Fall Wedding Guest Dresses

Fall Wedding Guest Dresses

Fall dresses for wedding ceremonies in the fall call for heavier fabrics, which lend well to more structured silhouettes than the typical flowiness of a summer wedding guest dress. Darker colors tend to fit the bill as well, but as we show you below, it’s definitely possible to have a light colored fall wedding guest dress that perfectly suits the occasion. 

Fall weddings can sometimes mean Halloween vibes, so you may be looking for a fall dress with a costumey edge. Generally, if a costume is required it’ll say so on the invitation, but if you’re not sure, reach out to the wedding organizers. 

Sherri Hill’s collection of fall wedding guest dresses covers any occasion, from afternoon weddings in a garden to formal balls taking place on Halloween night! 

Light Fall Wedding Guest Dresses

While most people think of fall wedding guest dresses as being dark in color, a light colored dress can still be appropriate. If you’re looking for fall wedding guest dresses semi formal in style for an afternoon ceremony or for a cocktail dress code, a dress in butter yellow, light blue, or light purple can be perfect for the occasion. 

If you want more of a fall vibe with your light-colored dress, choose a fabric like brocade that gives a cool-weather edge to a pastel, as you can see with this strapless brocade cocktail dress with bow on waist. You can also layer with an autumn-licious sweater, or choose accessories that incorporate citrine or garnet to nod to the season. 

When you’re choosing a light colored fall wedding guest dress, be careful not to choose a hue too close or something that looks like a wedding dress. 

Dark Fall Wedding Guest Dresses

Dark colors are where fall wedding guest dresses really shine, especially when you’re looking for fall wedding guest dresses formal in style. Dark-colored dresses tend to also be more versatile for events after the wedding, particularly when your dress is a timeless silhouette that can be dressed up and down with jewelry. 

When you’re thinking of wedding guest dresses fall in color palette, your mind may go to a classic black, a deep burgundy, rich brown, or terra cotta orange, but you’re not limited. A deep blue gown, like this strapless fitted gown with corset bodice and stretch satin skirt can still fit in beautifully at ceremonies taking place in autumn. 

Dark-hued fall wedding guest dresses run less risk of being upstaged by accessories, so you have a bit more freedom to choose a statement necklace or dazzling pair of shoes. As always, just be sure that you avoid wearing anything that will upstage the couple getting married. 

Short Fall Wedding Guest Dresses

A short wedding guest dress is a great choice for ceremonies that don’t have a black-tie dress code, or if the reception is taking place a few days after the actual ceremony. 

Fall wedding guest dresses casual in style may be shorter, or they could be printed. For an ultra laid-back wedding, consider a printed dress in bolder colors. For an event that’s hitting a semi-formal dress code, you can go with a short dress that’s solid and dark in color like this strapless mikado A-line cocktail dress with pearl neckline and bow on waist.

You can also balance a shorter hemline with tights or by looking for fall wedding guest dresses with sleeves, especially sleeves that are long. For more casual events, you can go with jewelry that makes more of a statement; for a cocktail attire wedding, keep it upscale with demure pieces. 

Long Fall Wedding Guest Dresses

Most commonly, you’ll be looking at long wedding guest dresses that are cut considerably close to the body, but fall weddings sometimes call for a hint of drama in your dress silhouette. If your dress code asks for masquerade ball-chic or to go dramatic, you have permission to make more of a statement, like this off the shoulder ballgown with sheer sides and lace details. 

Black is the classic color for fall formal dresses because of its endless versatility among dress codes and for events after the wedding. Dark jewel tones can also be perfect for a fall wedding, as can florals in darker colors. 

When accessorizing fall formal wedding guest dresses, be sure to choose shoes and jewelry that are easy to dance in and don’t draw attention away from your dress. If you order a long dress online, be sure to leave plenty of room to get it hemmed and wear the shoes you’re planning on wearing to the wedding so the length of your dress works with them. 

Finding Your Perfect Fall Wedding Guest Dress

A wedding is a cause for celebration, though choosing your fall wedding guest dress can be a bit daunting if you’re not sure what to look for. If the wedding is taking place closer to the end of summer (on Labor Day weekend, for instance), also be sure to check out Sherri Hill’s collection of summer wedding guest dresses for styling tips to keep cool!