Get ready, fall weddings are upon us. When dressing for this slightly less traditional alternative to the spring or summer soirée, there are a ton of style options for you to choose from. Glam fabrications, rich fall tones and polished silhouettes are in store. But as you prepare to hit your best friend’s wedding, the question remains: with so many styles available, how do you choose what to wear?
We rallied our team of Stitch Fix Stylists to come up with five simple, stylish trends you can try this fall wedding season. If you’d like help finding the right one, your own Stitch Fix Stylist can send you customized Fixes with wedding guest pieces picked just for you.
5 Easy Trends to Try for Fall Weddings
When it comes to fall wedding guest attire, there are lots of simple tricks you can try if you’re looking to amp up your look or wear something a bit more elevated than your usual. These are the trends our Stylists are reaching for this season.
Rich Fall Tones
Wedding type: Daytime or evening, casual to formal
Why: It’s versatile, on-trend and easy to dress up or down
Give classic wedding-guest colors an update with chocolate brown, burgundy and deep wine tones.
- Try a satin midi, slip dress or tailored jumpsuit in one of these rich shades—or bring them in through shoes, bags and accessories.
- Pair with gold jewelry and warm metallics for an elevated finish.
“Don’t be afraid to mix these shades. Chocolate brown and burgundy create a sophisticated tonal combination that feels especially fresh for fall.” –Stylist Jackie
The Romantic Midi Dress
Wedding type: Daytime or outdoor, casual to dressy
Why: It’s feminine, polished and flattering in a flowing silhouette
Give the feminine fall dress a modern update with a flowing midi silhouette, romantic sleeves, soft draping or subtle ruffle details. It keeps the ease and femininity of a prairie dress while feeling more put-together and versatile for different wedding settings.
Balance the softness with a sleek shoe, like a pointed-toe heel, Mary Jane or refined, tall boot for an outdoor celebration. Finish with simple jewelry and a structured clutch or small shoulder bag.
“When your dress has romantic details, create contrast with cleaner accessories. A structured bag and sleek shoes keep the look feeling current rather than overly sweet.” –Stylist Carolina
Statement Skirt and Dressy Top
Wedding type: Dressy daytime
Why: It’s a dress alternative you can wear again separately
You don’t have to wear a dress! Pair a satin or embellished skirt with a sleek blouse or fitted knit top. Add heels and statement earrings to make it wedding-ready. This is an especially good option if you want an outfit you can rewear separately after the wedding.
Just remember this reliable formula:
rich color + interesting texture + simple silhouette + statement accessory.
Stylist Julie’s foolproof formula is this: “burgundy satin midi + cozy cashmere sweater + black heels + gold earrings + small clutch = instantly chic fall wedding guest look.”
The Modern Jumpsuit
Wedding type: Formal or relaxed outdoor
Why: It’s effortless, tailored and celebration-ready
A tailored jumpsuit is a great alternative to a dress, and still feels special enough for a fall wedding. Look for a wide-leg silhouette with a defined waist or draped details to give it a modern shape.
For a more formal celebration, choose an elevated fabric like satin or crepe and finish with a sleek heel, statement earrings and a small clutch. For an outdoor or more relaxed wedding, add a cropped jacket and polished flats or heels.
“Let the silhouette do the work. A wide-leg jumpsuit already makes a statement, so keep your accessories intentional and streamlined for a look that feels modern and celebration-ready.” –Stylist Carolina
Suede Accessories
Wedding type: Any and all
Why: It adds rich texture that makes any outfit feel like fall
Suede accessories are an easy way to bring a rich, fall-inspired texture to a wedding guest look without making the outfit feel overly seasonal. Here, a few of our faves:
- Suede clutch: Choose chocolate brown, cognac, burgundy or deep olive for an elegant alternative to satin or leather
- Suede heels: A pointed-toe pump, slingback or strappy heel adds subtle texture while keeping the look dressy
- Suede boots: For a more casual or outdoor fall wedding, sleek ankle boots can look sophisticated with a midi dress or skirt
- Suede belt: Add a slim suede belt to define the waist of a flowy dress or jumpsuit
- Suede statement bag: A structured suede shoulder bag can bring an effortless, modern feel to a simple dress
“Keep the clothing sleek, and let the suede be the texture that makes the outfit feel distinctly fall. Pairing burgundy, chocolate brown, camel or olive suede with satin, silk or velvet creates a beautiful contrast.” –Stylist Julie
Let Stitch Fix Style Your Fall Wedding-guest Look
Ready for Stitch Fix to make wedding guest dress shopping easier than ever? Take your style quiz, order a Fix and let your Stylist do the work for you. They’ll choose just-for-you pieces to save you time (and a trip to the mall). Keep what works, and return the rest—or keep 5+ pieces and get 20% off your entire order. Shipping and returns are always free—no subscription required. It’s that easy.
