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When attending a winter wedding there a few things to keep in mind; the weather forecast (snow or rain; fingers crossed neither), budget and whether or not women can actually wear black attire.
The latter is an age old tradition and considering that’s usually what most shops stock between the months of September-February then I think the bride-to-be would condone this as long as you match a piece of black clothing into the outfit (and don’t go head to toe trying to impersonate Morticia Addams).
It is also acceptable to wear tights on this occasion if you truly feel the cold, however sometimes with slinky numbers in the winter it is a lot more respectable to wear a lower denier count rather than 120 black opaques.
When choosing an outfit it is fitting to purchase something age appropriate; there is nothing worse than mutton dressed as lamb at a family do.
For the over 50s why not try some fashionable yet classic stores such as CC (whom stock petite and rate actress Jane Seymour as their ‘face’ of fashion), and stock fabulous patterned dresses, suit seperates and great accessories such as pashminas and jewellery.
Hobbs is also another good find stocking great occasion dresses for 35+ in a vivd selection of colours and also produce a younger style diffusion line NW3. To accompany your dress either match with a classic tailored jacket or a cute bolero style jacket to cover your arms if concerned. Department stores such as Fenwicks, Harrods and Harvey Nichols will also cover all aspects of an outfit under one roof.
If aged between 30-40 years then why not try jazzing your outfit up slightly by wearing a light coloured tailored pair of trousers and embellished or pussy bow blouse if you are attending just the evening reception.
For day Mary Portas’ new concession in House of Fraser is said to be targeted towards 40+ women in search of the perfect fit and style and can offer in-store style advice which means there is something for everyone.
If you are not London bound then why not try Coast, Whistles, Wallis or L.K. Bennett whom also offer a vast selection of dresses to suit all body shapes and sizes perhaps even adding patterned tights to jazz up your outfit, or a darker toned maxi dress – such as navy – with long sleeves into equation.
Worn with strappy heels and elegant jewellery this could keep you warm whilst also covering up any body parts you may be conscious of.
For the 20+ generation shopping for a winter wedding is usually easy, not only because baring your legs is typical daily attire during winter months if fashion demands you too, but also because there is such a huge array of stores on the high street and online to choose from such as Coast, Asos.com, River Island, Topshop, Gorgeous Couture (online), Selfridges, Mango, Lipsy etc.
However to make your outfit statement why not try adding cute socks with heels (to keep toes warm) or a fedora hat (the hottest new accessory – try Accessorize) to your outfit, not only bringing a splash of colour but also adding some serious style.
