What do you wear to a winter wedding as a guest… that ISN’T a dress? A dress isn’t the only option! There’s something else you can wear as attire that is fancy enough to do the trick and it’s NOT a dress: it’s a jumpsuit!
But, hang on, hear me out: these jumpsuits? They’re amazing.
A dressy jumpsuit makes the perfect winter wedding guest outfit and there’s no need to choose just a classic dress from your closet. Sure, a dress is one option but a jumpsuit is another outfit choice that you can — and should, 100% — consider.
From flouncy tops to ruffle sleeves, long sleeves to wide-leg pantsuits, this list has the most beautiful winter wedding guest outfits that aren’t dresses.
First, let’s answer this question from Mandy. She writes,
“Dear Emmaline, I’m going to a wedding in December and I don’t know what to wear. I know most people wear dresses but I’m looking for something different. Do you know of any winter wedding guest outfits that aren’t dresses? I’m open to ideas but I want something that will keep me warmer than a dress. Thanks so much for your help.”
Mandy, great question! When people wonder what women wear to a wedding as a guest, the answer is usually a dress… but that’s not necessarily the only thing you can choose. Jumpsuits are the best wedding guest alternative to a dress and it’s easy to see why they’re so wildly popular this year. There are many affordable styles available here, from wide-leg pants to asymmetrical tops — we’re even seeing velvet jumpsuits for winter wedding guests to wear.
A jumpsuit is just as formal as a dress, but makes a fun alternative when you want to wear a different outfit instead. Some pantsuits even look like a dress based on the way they move with your body, but they’re separate pants and, personally, I think they’re super fun to dance in! Jumpsuits are particularly perfect for winter weddings, as you’ll get more coverage, thicker fabrics (velvet or satin, just to name a few) and these can keep you a bit warmer, as you mentioned. In fact, some of the most stylish wedding guest outfits that aren’t dresses include ALL of the jumpsuits listed below in our round-up, for your convenience.
Take a look: I hope you’ll find the perfect attire to wear to the wedding and you fall in love with jumpsuits, as I have! There are so many lovely options, as you’ll see below. Enjoy!
Alternative to Wedding Guest Dress for Winter
Here are the best alternatives to wedding guest dresses for the winter season, starting with my fave: a velvet emerald green jumpsuit. Need I say more?! These are all available at Lulu’s here and there are tons of reviews from happy customers.
1. Forest Green Velvet Jumpsuit, $62
Get it here.
2. Wide-Leg Jumpsuit with Cap Sleeves, $72
This is the outfit I pick as the top! I love the cap sleeves and wide-leg pants. Looks cute with the waist tie! Available here.
3. Burgundy V-Neck Jumpsuit, $64
This is the perfect color to wear to a winter wedding as a guest! The deep v-neckline and open back make this a fun and festive outfit to wear to holiday parties and weddings this season. Buy here.
4. Ruffled Wide-Leg Jumpsuit in Black, $69
This black pantsuit to wear to your next wedding as a guest and other events to come! It has the cutest ruffles on the sleeves, along with a chic open back and fitted bodice. Stylish!