5 Stunning, Save-Friendly Wedding Looks (Wedding fashion on a budget)
If you've sent in your wedding season RSVPs and have the dates marked on your calendar, the next logical step is to figure out what you're going to wear. Wedding guest attire may vary depending on the wedding venue and wedding theme, but, typically, traditional wedding guest attire for women fits the bill.
Even so, there are some exciting trends that wedding guests might want to consider when getting dressed for the occasion.
We've gathered a handful of terrific apparel, accessories, and stylish looks to inspire you for the wedding season ahead.
So, if you've saved the date, be sure to save these great looks!
1) Love Is in Bloom
Did you know that the average cost for wedding flowers is about $1,500? Some couples opt for even more expensive florals to celebrate their marriage. You can help boost the floral flair of the event by wearing a floral or botanical pattern to the wedding.
Maybe you’ll opt for a modern floral print featuring summery hues like pale bright yellow or pale blue. And if you don't want to spring for a new floral dress, one wedding fashion tip on a budget is to simply consider the addition of adding to your outfit a floral headband or necklace you may already own. As an FYI, vintage floral jewelry like big enamel flower pins are a hot trend that's back in style.
2) Metal Mania
Metallic looks have trend-right appeal. A bold look, an off-the-shoulder silver metallic dress is a versatile piece of apparel for your closet. Wear it to weddings, cocktail parties, or out to dinner with your favorite man. Of course, you'll want to pair your metallic dress with matching shoes.
Or, consider pairing your metalesque dress with contrasting accessories like fire engine red heels and purse or black accessories like ebony beads or patent leather black heels.
Mixed metal jewelry has been a stylish trend you might want to include to define your wedding guest look.
3) Style Stacks Up
Jewelry ‘stacks' can help you create a bold and memorable wedding guest look. Stack up your bangles and bracelets, rings, or charm necklaces. Layer your necklaces to create a dynamic accessory medley. Since it's a wedding, choose heart charms that are in keeping with the theme of love.
Stackable rings with a touch of bling will lend sparkle to your look.
Stack different length chains to add attention-getting flair to your ensemble.
Don't be afraid to mix up gemstones and charms, too.
4) Vintage-Inspired Style
Who needs the latest trend when vintage-inspired looks are in style? A wedding guest dress with chiffon sleeves or ruffles will help you recreate a look from the past. Add a vintage or antique purse to your outfit for an eye-catching accessory. If you own bakelite beads, consider adding some to your wedding guest look.
No chiffon? No problem. Maybe instead you’ll choose to wear a mini dress with a 60's paisley pattern or a smart 1950s cocktail dress that shows off your curves. Retro looks from the 1980s like neon colors and big geometric prints are also trending the last couple years. Brighten your retro look with big 80s colorful hoop earrings and chunky hard plastic bangles.
Wedding fashion on a budget couldn’t get easier-- especially if you have older female relatives with a penchant for packrattery…just open up that basement, guest room closet or storage space and have a look at all the style from yesteryear you can probably borrow for free.
5) Ear Bling
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Elegantly classic, our best-selling round CZ stud earrings will never go out of style. You can wear them this wedding season and the next and the next! Be sure to check out our jewelry collections at Cubic Zirconia.com. You may find other wedding fashion accessories to enhance your wedding guest style. Need something super quick? Try our “Ships today” earrings and other pre-manufactured jewelry items (those earrings are so popular they’re one of the few jewelry items we make and keep in stock instead of manufacturing individually for each customer upon their order).
As you consider your wedding guest look for the upcoming season, keep these 5 trend-right and budget-friendly looks in mind. Adapt them to your signature style or combine ideas to try something fun and new. With the right dress and accessories, you can create a memorable look that's exciting to flaunt and sure to underscore your unique style.
- The team at CubicZirconia.com
