Are you attending a wedding this fall? The cooler temperatures and changing colors make fall such an undeniably charming season for weddings. But sometimes finding the perfect outfit to suit the weather and the wedding dress code gets a little tricky. Today we’re sharing 10 wedding guest outfit ideas that are appropriate for casual, semi-formal, formal, day, and evening weddings. The whole gamut! We’re talking rich fabrics, sophisticated details, and layering pieces that keep you warm without sacrificing style. Many of these looks are perfect for special events and parties too!

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Fall Wedding Guest Outfits

The first thing you want to think about when looking for your wedding guest outfit is…the dress code! You can usually find that information on the wedding invitation. It can range from beachy casual to super formal white-tie. Following the dress code is SO important to dressing appropriately and feeling great about your outfit choice. If you need to crack the code on a specific wedding dress code, this article breaks down all the details.

Once you have the wedding dress code dialed in, think about what color looks great on you. This will help you narrow down your selection. We love all the rich fall colors like navy, deep rust, chocolate brown, and burgundy. Jewel tones like deep pink, sapphire, or emerald are great options too. And, of course, black is always a classic and chic choice.

You’ll also want to think about the climate and venue location. Then you can consider what fabric and styles will be most appropriate. Will it be super warm? Think about breathable and breezy fabrics. Will you be both indoors and outdoors for the ceremony and reception? Then layers are going to be your best friend!

What To Wear To A Fall Wedding

Versatile Black Midi Dress

This first wedding guest look is this gorgeous midi dress and pointed-toe heels from L’Agence. The buttons, belt, fabric, and fit make this dress look like a super high-end designer piece. The square neck is very flattering on most women and the gold buttons are such elevated details. This midi dress would be wonderful for a daytime or evening wedding that is semi-formal or cocktail attire. You could always drape a sleek black blazer over your shoulders when it gets chilly. Erin styled the same dress with stiletto booties and tights which just shows you another way to style the dress as we get further into fall and even winter.

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Burgundy Midi Dress

Burgundy is not only a hot color trend right now and ideal for fall, it’s a shade that looks SO good on so many different skin tones. We love the monochromatic color palette of this Sandro cocktail dress and coordinating t-strap heels by Vince Camuto. The keyhole neckline, flattering ruching, and beautiful draping make this dress SUCH a stunner. You can add some gold accessories and a standout blazer to complete your look.

Chic Jumpsuit

A beautiful jumpsuit can make for a super chic fall wedding guest outfit. This jumpsuit by Ramy Brook is so versatile! You can dress it up with heels, pretty jewelry, and a clutch for a semi-formal or cocktail wedding. But you can also wear it with sandals or booties out for a nice dinner. This is one of those pieces you’ll definitely wear multiple times after the wedding. With a basic like this, it’s really all about the third layer and accessories you choose for just how dressy, casual, or classic you want to look and the level of formality of the wedding.

Asymmetrical Satin Dress

This deep blue dress by Zhivago has a modern and avant-garde twist. The elevated details like the pleated waist and gathered skirt are what make it so unique and special. This dress would be the perfect fall wedding guest attire for cocktail or semi-formal wedding dress codes. You can always add a black cashmere wrap if you need to cover your arms for a church ceremony or for an outdoor reception.

Semi-formal dress codes can be challenging to understand. We wrote a full post on demystifying semi-formal attire here.

Casual Slip Dress

This next dress is one that would work for so many different dress codes from casual to cocktail to semi-formal weddings. The trick is all in the styling! For a casual fall wedding, pair this slip dress with simple jewelry and pumps or wedges. To dress it up, add some bold jewelry, strappy heels, and an elegant clutch. After the wedding, you could even wear this dress with a chunky cardigan and sneakers. The rich chocolate brown is THE color of the fall season so why not wear it as much as you possibly can? The wearability of this dressy/casual dress is A++.

Fall wedding guests can’t go wrong with a flattering LBD. This black dress by Dress the Population has a fit-and-flare silhouette and v-neckline that will look amazing on many different body types. It even has pockets! It also comes in 16 colors if you prefer a pretty deep green, vibrant red, or sapphire blue. The dress would be great for a destination wedding because it’s wrinkle-resistant. It’s basically a blank canvas…very easy to dress up or down depending on the wedding dress code.

Dress Shirt & Pants

Not everyone loves to wear dresses to a wedding so we wanted to show you a blouse and pant combo that would work for cocktail, semi-formal, and dressy-casual wedding dress codes. The sexy, one-shoulder, stretch silk top by Staud has ruching and an asymmetrical hemline. You can pair it with a chic pair of black trousers. Just add a statement necklace and sleek pumps or pointed-toe booties to finish off your look.              

Autumn Gown

For white tie, black tie, black-tie optional, or formal fall weddings you’ll want to wear a floor-length gown. We love the one-shoulder detail and spice color of this gown which seems so perfect for fall. We especially love it paired with the gold handbag and shoes…so chic!

Shop more floor-length wedding guest gowns here and here.

Jacquard Midi Dress

Navy and black is a stunning color combo for fall so when we saw this Ganni jacquard print dress, we knew we’d have to share it in our roundup. This dress has a drop waist, bow details at the shoulder straps, and a modest square neckline. Because it’s a midi-length dress, this would be appropriate for cocktail and semi-formal wedding dress codes.

Casual Fall Floral Dress

The final look in our fall wedding outfit roundup is a dress that’s perfect for casual fall wedding guest attire. It basically screams fall! The gorgeous floral pattern of chocolate brown, red, and gold is so stunning. It has a sweetheart neckline, corset bodice, fit and flare silhouette, a smocked back, and…pockets! This is another dress you’ll wear beyond a fall wedding. You can pair it with some tall brown or black boots or booties and a leather jacket for a festive fall get-together.

Are you attending a fall wedding at a unique venue like a vineyard, tropical escape, or museum? We’d love to hear about it in the comments below!