Is this dress suitable for a wedding?

[SpringMeadows]

My DP and I are going to the wedding of a friend of his later this month. We don't know him and his fiancé terribly well although we've had dinner together a few times. Meaning we won't be in the wedding party pictures or any pictures at all, possibly.

I feel the cold so I don't want to wear a sleeveless dress or anything too 'summery looking' or cotton. Would this dress, with high-heeled long boots work? I'd wear a nice camel coat on top. Thoughts? Is it not formal enough? I'm not sure what the wedding venue is but the whole day is taking place in the same venue so not church then reception venue. Any feedback, please? Thanks.

I think it's a lovely dress if you've got the figure for it, and if you wear a bright coloured jacket, with bright bag and shoes, I think it will be fine for a wedding. Much nicer than some of the monstrosities that people post on here!

I like what you have but think the boots make it casual. A gold naked high sandal and clutch would look more weddingy

Quite a few similar options on Karen Millen

www.karenmillen.com/viscose-blend-swing-hem-knitted-midaxi-dress/BKK12850.html?color=157

www.karenmillen.com/bandage-figure-form-knit-belted-asymmetric-midaxi-dress/BKK13065.html?color=148

100% you've nailed it. This is a dress for someone who wants a good dress they can wear as a guest to a wedding. Others want something more like a dress designed to make them look like a guest at a wedding.

That sounds great OP. A decent bag and some excellent shoes. You're going to look so stylish

I think it could be weddingy if you dress it up. Its a lovely dress. Big bold accessories would make that lovely for a wedding

I love the dress, it’s a gorgeous colour for a winter wedding.

Totally agree with this. The dress is plain enough to dress up nicely with some statement boots and necklace. Maybe a skinny belt. Classy winter smart outfit.

Or you could get something in tailored velvet from Hobbs and match at least 3 other women 🤣🤔😉

As you say, you are not A list guests. As long as you are clean and tidy, and have made a bit of an effort, no one will care.

I have seen far worse at wedding... its not going to have people clutching pearls but you could also do better.

My poshest friend had a really fancy and expensive stately home wedding (middle of nowhere on its own estate that was three hours drive 2 counties away from where we all live. I say that to highlight someone didn't just pop in after work). An evening guest couple arrived with her wearing a skin tight lycra nightclubbing mini dress with cutouts and him in paint stained, holey sweat suit and trainers (I wouldn't even leave the house in clothes in that state baring a fire).

It was utterly bizarre. I could maybe forgive (although cringe at) her faux pas as when younger I also attended a wedding in more of a 'going out drinking' dress as I had never been to a formal event before (and at least she dressed up just the wrong 'style') but him... what was he thinking.

This I would think is a little casual but still nice... I think Kate Middleton could wear this style so its classy enough for an event.

Either of these?

Those look trashy and nothing like the OG dress which oozes class

Oh dear me no. Why would you even suggest Shein for a wedding when the OP had a really nice dress she can wear.

I think yes, it’s lovely. Dress it up with bag and shoes.

I like this dress much more than most of the options usually suggested. I hate shiny velvet and florals too.

Wear the dress, you know what suits you and I don’t know anyone that goes to weddings and judges the outfits of others.

Alright @LittleMooli calm your tits. Personally I'm not a fan of the original dress for a wedding , although it is a lovely dress. Each to their own though.

Wear the dress, I wish I had the figure for it, so go ahead and show off your assets!

As it is quite plain though, I would jazz it up with a mixed colour silk or chiffon etc. scarf worn as a cummerbund around the waist and a nice drop/bow at the side when you tie it. Pick out a colour in the scarf and match up your shoes and bag. Good hairdo and you are good to go!

I'm old though and am probably a hundred years behind the current trends, but my intentions are good.

I think it's fine for an autumn wedding, especially with big heels jewelry and camel coat

The shape and colour of the dress are fine, it’s the material that makes it too casual.

You'll have your coat on most if the time Anyway. Its cold so i think long sleves are appropriate. You'll look great op.

Thanks again for all the comments. I have tons of jewellery that can lift it up. Same with shoes and handbags. I also have silk scarves (your 'bog standard' Hermes) but I'm thinking that would actually make the outfit more casual and hide my neck jewellery.

I can do summer weddings easily - it's the fact I feel the cold so badly that makes this wedding so difficult :-(

You have posted in style! Hope you got it sorted.

I like the original dress!

www.sosandar.com/taupe-belted-knitted-midi-dress

This one is quite similar but I prefer the colour for a wedding I think.

Not sure if you are thinking about what I posted above about a silky scarf??

I mentioned that it could be used as a belt and then you pick out a colour to match up shoes and bag. A similar idea to the taupe dress posted with tie belt above. Which is a lovely dress also.

The right accessories would place this dress over the top. Bold jewelry and killer pumps or boots is all it needs.

I have this exact dress. It is a lovely colour and flattering on but it is a knitted dress and extremely casual in styling. I wear it to work with long heeled boots but only on days when I have no important meetings. I’d never consider wearing it to a wedding even if Charles lent me some of the Crown Jewels to dress it up 😀