19 Black Tie Wedding Guest Dresses

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• Dream Architect Tie Dye Twirl Dress Boho Summer Style
• Work Wear Looks with Black Jeans
• Hannah Artwear Rio Open-Back Floral-Print Silk-Habotai Maxi Dress
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A black-tie wedding doesn't just mean wearing a tux—guests should pair it with a tuxedo shirt, bow tie, a polished pair of dress shoes and an optional cummerbund. If you plan on wearing a black-tie wedding guest dress, a dressy pair of heeled sandals, closed-toe pumps or flats will suffice. Still have some questions about what a black-tie wedding really means for your wardrobe? Check out our answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about black-tie formal wear.

This smocked midi dress has so many cute features, from the short puffed sleeves and square neckline to the tiered ruffle skirt. Velvet fabric instantly ups the level of formality to this black-tie wedding guest dress. Graceful long sleeves add a polished element to this floor-sweeping gown guaranteed to garner compliments from other guests. Wear it with statement earrings and an elegant clutch. Confused about what exactly a black-tie dress code means?

Dream Architect Tie Dye Twirl Dress Boho Summer Style

Are heading off to a black-tie wedding in the winter, check out this guide on what to wear to a black-tie winter wedding. An advantage of heading somewhere in person is that you can ensure a perfect fit. Also, if something is wrong—a missing button or loose hem—they can order another piece or fix it on site. You can also see fabrics and styles in person, which is a huge plus. With a floral lace pattern and swinging A-line skirt, our favorite thing about this dress are the pleats in the front and back of the skirt.

In the perfect cranberry-colored hue for fall, this dress will play the perfect complement to any of your favorite neutral heels. Plus, the fabric has a little bit of stretch, so you can move on the dance floor with ease. Men should still wear a suit for afternoon weddings. Choose a dark suit and a conservative tie for any type of late afternoon wedding, unless the invitation specifies a black tie event. Then dust off your tuxedo or hit the rental store.

Work Wear Looks with Black Jeans

Put the whole outfit on together, undergarments included, to make sure everything works together and you aren’t missing anything. Also, I usually stick to solid color dresses for formal and semi-formal events, but when you get down to the dressy casual category, it is fine to wear a print. I’m sure it goes without saying, but never wear white to a wedding unless it is requested, and I would include cream and pale shades of blush.

Below are ideas on what to wear to a black tie optional wedding. Truthfully, we couldn’t be happier that jumpsuits have made a major comeback. They’re sleek, comfortable, and functional—the perfect selection for a fall wedding. This one comes in either black or navy and is made of a stretch crepe fabric that holds its shape without being rigid or stiff. Pair the wide-leg pant with a pair of pointed-toe pumps to look understated and elegant. For a classic look that’s comfortable enough to wear from the ceremony to the reception to the after-party, slip into this off-the-shoulder dress.

Hannah Artwear Rio Open-Back Floral-Print Silk-Habotai Maxi Dress

Deep, inky navy or midnight blue makes for handsome choice. In fact, this is the more traditional choice for black-tie suiting. There have been a few cases made for deep earth tones or charcoals, but these can be tricky given the formality of the affair. A safer alternative is the contrasting smoking jacket. Grounded by black pants, a dinner jacket in an interesting texture or tone can look quite dapper. Few events require as much glamming up as a black-tie wedding.

ASOS has a range of black-tie optional women's attire in tall, petite, maternity and plus sizes. This chic one-shoulder wedding guest dress is designed specifically for taller figures and features a showstopping twist detail on the bodice. And if you're attending a spring black-tie optional wedding, the sage shade will look whimsical against the blooming florals. As we already mentioned, short dresses aren't off limits for black-tie optional dress code—so long as you don't go too short. This midi-length outfit feels formal and contemporary at the same time.

If you recently received a wedding invitation to a black-tie wedding, you may be wondering what you’re supposed to wear. Surely, a trench coat is not a staple overcoat for a black-tie wedding. Unless it’s raining and you are wearing a dark trench coat made of a special fabric. By special, I mean any fabric that doesn’t look as casual as cotton. A black-tie wedding calls for gowns in rich textured fabrics with a hint of sparkle.

Looking for something with an ethereal feel? Let us introduce you to this romantic floral wedding guest dress. Thanks to the darker hues, this botanical beauty isn't just for spring; it'll work black-tie attire all year round . It's 100% acceptable to wear black to a black-tie wedding (and in a lot of cases, it's actually preferred for men to wear a classic black tuxedo). Darker colors are considered more formal, making them completely appropriate for a black-tie event.