You’ve got the invite. Now comes the big question: what on earth do I wear?!

If you want to feel like you - but the stylishly elevated version - at summer 2025 weddings, read on. I’ll walk you through wedding guest outfit ideas based on the venue vibe, so you’ll feel suitably dressed, body confident, and ready to enjoy every special moment.

Before we dive into outfit ideas, a quick note: don’t rush out and buy a head-to-toe look just yet. Start by checking what’s already in your wardrobe. Could that floaty dress from two summers ago be reimagined with new accessories? Could a great blazer or statement earring make an old outfit feel new again? Shopping your own wardrobe is the most sustainable (and satisfying) place to begin. Pre-loved occasionwear can be a goldmine too, so don’t forget charity shops, Vinted and Facebook Marketplace.

Now, let’s talk outfits by venue type…

1. What to Wear to a Swanky Hotel Wedding
This is your excuse to go glam. Think elevated fabrics like silk, satin, or structured crepe. Dresses with subtle draping or elegant tailoring work beautifully. Or how about a colour-block trouser suit for something a little different? Add a jewelled, sequinned or beaded statement clutch and keep jewellery refined.

If you’re investing in something new, this is where a colour analysis comes in. When you wear a shade that lights you up (rather than washing you out), it’s easy to look good. You'll sparkle, and friends and family will notice.

2. What to Wear to a Casual Pub Wedding
Relaxed but still special, a registry office followed by a pub reception requires a smart-casual-party mix. This is your moment for a gorgeous co-ord, breezy midi, or even elevated wide-leg trousers with a camisole and casual blazer.

Play with textures and accessories here. Think raffia clutches, statement earrings, and soft colour pairings. Find out in advance if the pub garden will feature in the wedding so you can bring layers for when it gets chillier later in the evening.

3. What to Wear to a Country Barn Wedding
Rustic and usually full of fairy lights, so you'll want to match the romantic mood. Florals, chiffon, and relaxed tailoring are your go-to here. Block heels or wedges are essential if you’ll be walking on grass or gravel.

Wrap dresses or jumpsuits in your best prints and colours can strike the perfect balance between polished and playful. And if you’re conscious of areas like arms or midsection, body shape styling can help you find cuts that flatter without making you invisible or swamping you.

4. What to Wear to a Foreign Destination Wedding
Heat, humidity and photos galore make this type of wedding a holiday-hybrid look. Think breathable fabrics, minimal fuss, and a colour that looks incredible in natural light. Linen co-ords, wrap dresses, or maxi dresses with movement work best.

Metallic sandals are a must-pack as they’ll go with all of your other holiday outfits. Make them flats if there's a beach or boat involved so you can party with ease!

5. What to Wear to a Country Manor Wedding
Steeped in history, and often a little formal, so you'll want to dress with modern day elegance. Midi dresses with shape and movement such as knife-pleats work beautifully. A block-colour satin bias-cut dress in one of your wow shades can go a long way here, especially when paired with a great pair of kitten heels and a blazer or cropped quilted jacket.

Still not sure what to wear to the summer wedding you've been invited to? If you need a hand with where to shop and how to pull a wedding guest outfit together, book an online personal shopping service and I'll take the stress out of finding your perfect outfit.