The Hobbs dress really is the best of a pretty poor show this summer. However, if you do go for it, just brace yourself to not be the only gueast showing up in that dress. Went to a wedding two weeks ago and there were 3 of us in the Hobbs dress. Luckily, three different colourways, so we didn't look like a bunch of middle aged extra bridesmaids!
I’ve got 3 weddings this summer the last one being my brothers (so am in all the bloody pictures) I’ve tried rental for the one on Monday but ffs HURR didn’t manage to send it in time. So wardrobe standby dress it is. I will say that rental is really fun and this is the first ‘failure’ you get to try something a bit mad for £50 that you don’t have the confidence to ever buy.
I also would recommend not caring about shoes unless they’re comfy and take white clean trainers for the after party as NO ONE WILL NOTICE or they’ll think you’re a genius.
The real issue here though is SHOES. When you have to drive for 2 hours to get there, then spend 3 hours in a field with no shade and nowhere to put a drink down and then dance! There is no perfect wedding guest shoe.
Could you be more helpful??? I think not. If I may add my mite, going to an extremely fancy family wedding (next generation) in June, with dancing until 1am - and my sister and I were both perplexed about dresses that would take us from Church to lunch to evening reception.
As you so sagely advise, I dug deep in my 'wardrobe of lost chances', and found a Buykud dress that I wore precisely once pre-lockdown. It's empire line with wide and floaty skirt, ballerina length sleeves, and is basically a gauzy pale green overdress with raised cream embroidery, and a darker green jersey petticoat underneath. Hides a lot of over-60 body issues.
And I hugely recommend the Buykud range to anyone pregnant as well. Shall be pairing with a warm orange shawl and platform espadrilles for the day, ballet flats for the jiggling about in the evening, and a small but perfectly formed cream fascinator. An (only slightly) older cousin complained that she is far too old to be putting on a hat and dancing and has declined the invitation. I feel she hasn't read much poetry... Sister Dinah is also sorted... Lisa E xx
Oh God got weddng on Tuesday! Wearing a this seasons Hobbs fushia pink v neck lace knee length dress with a white lk bennett coat I got in sale last year. Has bracelet length sleeves and looks classy (I think). I'm 68 and now fretting!! Does this outfit sound OK?
You didn’t cover jump suits! I have a strappy Reiss passport coloured one that’s a total workhorse, has done weddings, 50th, 21st, all sorts. Can wear with flats too, and not look a bit shit.
The beauty of being a standard wedding guest is that no one there gives a shit what you wear, so long as you don’t dress obnoxiously. You won’t be in the photos that make it to print, let’s face it. Wearing something you’ve worn 10 times before is absolutely acceptable. Especially in times of hyper inflation.
This is so true - I always think the key to wedding guest dressing is to look like you’ve made an effort (out of respect to the bride and groom) but not so much that you make a spectacle of yourself.
Yes! My opinion on this type of dressing is that no-one is looking at you so as long as you are being polite in your appearance then you win. And I’m allergic to being the centre of attention so always err on the less flamboyant.
Off piste idea but Benetton (remember them?!) absolutely nail the statement skirt on a regular basis, worn with a navy or white shell top and excellent necklace this makes a fantastic outfit. Also LK Bennett. Step away from the shift dresses and their skirts are really great if you can get in the sale.
Hate to bring politics into a clothing post but Benetton are one of the companies refusing to withdraw (“digging in”) from Russia according to Yale’s school of management list which is tracking that. Sadly - I love me a statement skirt - this is a good time to avoid them.
I always love this look. And Tesco vests are as good as designer quite frankly and you don’t care if you spill your drink down them as they are practically disposable at that price.
The Hobbs dress really is the best of a pretty poor show this summer. However, if you do go for it, just brace yourself to not be the only gueast showing up in that dress. Went to a wedding two weeks ago and there were 3 of us in the Hobbs dress. Luckily, three different colourways, so we didn't look like a bunch of middle aged extra bridesmaids!
I’ve got 3 weddings this summer the last one being my brothers (so am in all the bloody pictures) I’ve tried rental for the one on Monday but ffs HURR didn’t manage to send it in time. So wardrobe standby dress it is. I will say that rental is really fun and this is the first ‘failure’ you get to try something a bit mad for £50 that you don’t have the confidence to ever buy.
I also would recommend not caring about shoes unless they’re comfy and take white clean trainers for the after party as NO ONE WILL NOTICE or they’ll think you’re a genius.
The real issue here though is SHOES. When you have to drive for 2 hours to get there, then spend 3 hours in a field with no shade and nowhere to put a drink down and then dance! There is no perfect wedding guest shoe.
If I were buying new wedding shoes, I'd get smart silver trainers! (But I have some comfy dependable heels that work for everything)
Could you be more helpful??? I think not. If I may add my mite, going to an extremely fancy family wedding (next generation) in June, with dancing until 1am - and my sister and I were both perplexed about dresses that would take us from Church to lunch to evening reception.
As you so sagely advise, I dug deep in my 'wardrobe of lost chances', and found a Buykud dress that I wore precisely once pre-lockdown. It's empire line with wide and floaty skirt, ballerina length sleeves, and is basically a gauzy pale green overdress with raised cream embroidery, and a darker green jersey petticoat underneath. Hides a lot of over-60 body issues.
And I hugely recommend the Buykud range to anyone pregnant as well. Shall be pairing with a warm orange shawl and platform espadrilles for the day, ballet flats for the jiggling about in the evening, and a small but perfectly formed cream fascinator. An (only slightly) older cousin complained that she is far too old to be putting on a hat and dancing and has declined the invitation. I feel she hasn't read much poetry... Sister Dinah is also sorted... Lisa E xx
Oh God got weddng on Tuesday! Wearing a this seasons Hobbs fushia pink v neck lace knee length dress with a white lk bennett coat I got in sale last year. Has bracelet length sleeves and looks classy (I think). I'm 68 and now fretting!! Does this outfit sound OK?
YES!! Perfect. Have a great time!
Oh thank you. So kind. Xx
PLEASE would you do this again in a little while for an autumn wedding? Will be mother of bride and desperate not to look like it...
My mum just did personal shopping at fenwicks to find MOG dress and it’s nothing like a trad one, it’s just a nice dress she looks fab in
You didn’t cover jump suits! I have a strappy Reiss passport coloured one that’s a total workhorse, has done weddings, 50th, 21st, all sorts. Can wear with flats too, and not look a bit shit.
The beauty of being a standard wedding guest is that no one there gives a shit what you wear, so long as you don’t dress obnoxiously. You won’t be in the photos that make it to print, let’s face it. Wearing something you’ve worn 10 times before is absolutely acceptable. Especially in times of hyper inflation.
This is so true - I always think the key to wedding guest dressing is to look like you’ve made an effort (out of respect to the bride and groom) but not so much that you make a spectacle of yourself.
I completely agree
Yes! My opinion on this type of dressing is that no-one is looking at you so as long as you are being polite in your appearance then you win. And I’m allergic to being the centre of attention so always err on the less flamboyant.
Off piste idea but Benetton (remember them?!) absolutely nail the statement skirt on a regular basis, worn with a navy or white shell top and excellent necklace this makes a fantastic outfit. Also LK Bennett. Step away from the shift dresses and their skirts are really great if you can get in the sale.
Hate to bring politics into a clothing post but Benetton are one of the companies refusing to withdraw (“digging in”) from Russia according to Yale’s school of management list which is tracking that. Sadly - I love me a statement skirt - this is a good time to avoid them.
Yes! I once did a gorgeous silk whistles skirt (50% off) with a Tesco vest (£6) and wedges (£14)
I always love this look. And Tesco vests are as good as designer quite frankly and you don’t care if you spill your drink down them as they are practically disposable at that price.
Rental is the way forward! Hirestreet, MyWardrobeHQ, all great options at a fraction of the price and you just send them back after. Simples.
Thank you for the inspiration! And 100% agree re Rixo.