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  03 July 2018  

 

#  5 Stylish Wedding Guest Outfits For Mature Women  


With so much fast young fashion on the high street shopping for wedding guest outfits when you'd prefer not to show off your knees or your arms can be a challenge. Enter SL, here to prove you can nail a special look without too much angst. Here are our favourites…  


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## Stylish Separates

**WHAT:** Event dressing doesn’t have to mean a dress – why not try smart separates instead?  
  
**WHY IT WORKS:** First, if you’re shelling out for a great outfit, you get more bang for your buck by investing in separates you’ll wear again. Secondly, both pieces have on-trend appeal, but are still classic enough to create a sophisticated finish – just add soft blush accessories to tie the look together.

 

 

 



 

 

 ![Double Breasted Blazer from Marks & Spencer](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2018/07/3m7s-double-breasted-blazer1jpg.jpg?itok=JFhLq-u5)

 

 

 

[#### Double Breasted Blazer](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=1402&awinaffid=69421&clickref=&p=https%3A//www.marksandspencer.com/double-breasted-blazer/p/p60134934%3Fimage%3DSD_01_T59_2954J_SW_X_EC_90%26color%3DWINTERWHITE%26prevPage%3Dsrp%26pdpredirect)

##### Marks &amp; Spencer, 



£40 *(was £69)*

 

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 ![Floral Print Pleated Skirt from Alisandra](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2018/07/1reiss-floral-print-pleated-skirt-multi1.jpg?itok=xfwoqx79)

 

 

 

[#### Floral Print Pleated Skirt](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6985&awinaffid=69421&clickref=&p=https%3A//www.reiss.com/p/floral-print-pleated-skirt-womens-alisandra-in-multi-white-pink-cream/)

##### Alisandra, 



£110 *(was £165)*

 

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 ![Side Disc Occasion Hat from John Lewis](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2018/07/237354000alt1.jpg?itok=HwojuVae)

 

 

 

[#### Side Disc Occasion Hat](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=1203&awinaffid=69421&clickref=&p=https%3A//www.johnlewis.com/john-lewis-sally-steep-upturn-side-disc-occasion-hat-ivory/p3523443)

##### John Lewis, 



£110

 

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 ![Dark Pink Suede Courts from L.K.Bennett](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2018/07/4lk-bennett-zara-dark-pink-suede-courts1jpg.jpg?itok=kTQZdO7E)

 

 

 

[#### Dark Pink Suede Courts](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=2246&awinaffid=69421&clickref=&p=https%3A//www.lkbennett.com/product/SOZARASUEDEPinkDark%2520Pink~Zara-Dark-Pink-Suede-Courts-Dark%2520Pink)

##### L.K.Bennett, 



£195

 

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## Bright Statement

**WHAT:** A statement red dress is on trend for every age.  
  
**WHY IT WORKS:** A relaxed floral dress is a safe bet for a glamorous wedding look, and this floaty LK Bennett style ticks the comfort box too. The tie-front detail will smooth your silhouette, whilst on-trend raffia accessories bring the look up to date without looking like you're trying to look like your daughter.

 

 

 

 ![Padina Gold-Tone Earrings from Leigh Miller](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2018/07/look-2-earrings.jpg?itok=0bYgv2CX)

 

 

 

[#### Padina Gold-Tone Earrings](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=24448&murl=https%3A//www.net-a-porter.com/gb/en/product/1046826%3FresType%3Dsingle%26keywords%3DPadina%2520gold-tone%2520earrings%26enableAjaxRequest%3Dfalse)

##### Leigh Miller, 



£255

 

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 ![Eve Cranberry Silk Dress from L.K. Bennett](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2018/07/2lk-bennett-eve-cranberry-silk-dress1.jpg?itok=NupeLR9Z)

 

 

 

[#### Eve Cranberry Silk Dress](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=5672&awinaffid=69421&clickref=&p=http%3A//www.next.co.uk/style/st285718%3Fdclid%3DCPOW-amhg9wCFQVj0wod4xMD-A)

##### L.K. Bennett, 



£425

 

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 ![Leather Clutch Bag Pale Gold from L.K. Bennett](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2018/07/3jl-lk1jpg.jpg?itok=gW24gYFz)

 

 

 

[#### Leather Clutch Bag Pale Gold](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=1203&awinaffid=69421&clickref=&p=https%3A//www.johnlewis.com/l-k-bennett-nina-leather-box-clutch-bag-pale-gold/p3453032%3FsearchTerm%3D%2BNina%2BLeather%2BBox%2BClutch%2BBag%252c%2BPale%2BGold)

##### L.K. Bennett, 



£110 *(was £225)*

 

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 ![Stiletto Heel Court Shoes from Kurt Geiger](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2018/07/look-2-new-shoes.jpg?itok=7mGPTRPI)

 

 

 

[#### Stiletto Heel Court Shoes](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=1203&awinaffid=69421&clickref=&p=https%3A//www.johnlewis.com/kurt-geiger-lowndes-stiletto-heel-court-shoes/camel-leather/p3613048)

##### Kurt Geiger, 



£149

 

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## Modern Classic

**WHAT:** Beulah is the Brit label making glamorous day-to-night dresses the fashion crowd loves; put a grown-up spin on the look by adding a tailored jacket.  
  
**WHY IT WORKS:** This look is the perfect fashion-classic hybrid, combining all the tropes of a traditional summer season outfit (sensible heels, statement hat, smart coat) with a more fashion-forward dress. However, a high-neckline, appropriate hem length and flatting flute sleeves still make it a win.

 

 

 

 ![Lola Cocoon Jacket from Damsel In A Dress](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2018/07/look-3-jacket.jpg?itok=Gw9OwE27)

 

 

 

[#### Lola Cocoon Jacket](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=1203&awinaffid=69421&clickref=&p=https%3A//www.johnlewis.com/damsel-in-a-dress-lola-cocoon-jacket-cream/p3111309%3FsearchTerm%3DDamsel%2Bin%2Ba%2Bdress%2BLola%2BCocoon%2BJacket)

##### Damsel In A Dress, 



£139 *(was £189)*

 

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 ![Shefali Floral Knot Detail Dress from Beulah London](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2018/07/3beulah-shefali-floral-knot-detail-dress1jpg.jpg?itok=GKWL8l-E)

 

 

 

[#### Shefali Floral Knot Detail Dress](https://www.beulahlondon.com/product/shefali-floral-knot-detail-dress/)

##### Beulah London, 



£450

 

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 ![Rockstud Leather Envelope Clutch from Valentino](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2018/07/look-3-clutch.jpg?itok=VMRA_Dm1)

 

 

 

[#### Rockstud Leather Envelope Clutch](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=35725&murl=https%3A//www.matchesfashion.com/products/Valentino-Rockstud-leather-envelope-clutch-1209119)

##### Valentino, 



£475

 

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 ![Crystal Embellished Satin Pumps from Roger Vivier](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2018/07/4net-crystal-embellished-satin-pumps1.jpg?itok=VEgHF7tu)

 

 

 

[#### Crystal Embellished Satin Pumps](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=24448&murl=https%3A//www.net-a-porter.com/gb/en/product/951036/roger_vivier/crystal-embellished-satin-pumps)

##### Roger Vivier, 



£1,200

 

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## Monochrome Chic

**WHAT:** Who said you have to wear pastels? Try a polka dot dress with black accessories for a soft but alternative approach.  
  
**WHY IT WORKS:** This DVF dress may show off some arm, but an A-line fit and tie-waist detail create the most flattering of proportions regardless. The best thing about the return of the kitten heel is its practical side – you’ll be comfy all day – whilst sticking to monochrome gives you a chic but cool edge.

 

 

 

 ![Flower Applique Side Disc Occasion Hat from Vixen Millinery](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2018/07/237146816alt1.jpg?itok=QZ7uNHeW)

 

 

 

[#### Flower Applique Side Disc Occasion Hat](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=1203&awinaffid=69421&clickref=&p=https%3A//www.johnlewis.com/vixen-millinery-nova-flower-applique-side-disc-occasion-hat-ivory-navy/p3387750)

##### Vixen Millinery, 



£350

 

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 ![Polka Dot Maxi Dress from Diane Von Furstenberg](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2018/07/2net-polka-dot-silk-maxi-dress1.jpg?itok=GZLUHq-H)

 

 

 

[#### Polka Dot Maxi Dress](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=24448&murl=https%3A//www.net-a-porter.com/gb/en/product/1061184/diane_von_furstenberg/polka-dot-silk-maxi-dress)

##### Diane Von Furstenberg, 



£905

 

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 ![Black Satin Clutch Bag from Carvela Gianna](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2018/07/3jl-carvela-gianna-satin-clutch-bag-black1.jpg?itok=gWCzXXd7)

 

 

 

[#### Black Satin Clutch Bag](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=1203&awinaffid=69421&clickref=&p=https%3A//www.johnlewis.com/carvela-gianna-satin-clutch-bag-black/p3473335)

##### Carvela Gianna, 



£69

 

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 ![Casandraa Kitten Heel Slingback Court Shoes from Dune](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2018/07/4jl-dune-wide-fit-casandraa-kitten-heel-slingback-court-shoe1s.jpg?itok=WJHZhwpc)

 

 

 

[#### Casandraa Kitten Heel Slingback Court Shoes](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=1203&awinaffid=69421&clickref=&p=https%3A//www.johnlewis.com/dune-wide-fit-casandraa-kitten-heel-slingback-court-shoes/black-suede/p3515335)

##### Dune, 



£70

 

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## Elegant Polish

**WHAT:** Romantic, floaty pieces not your thing? Take the conventional route in a more structured style.  
  
**WHY IT WORKS:** A shift dress is an obvious choice, and this Phase Eight dress is a bit of a classic. Sling backs, great earrings and a statement hat add a much-needed dose of glamour.

 

 

 

 ![Shantung Occasion Hat from John Lewis](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2018/07/237353989alt1.jpg?itok=_BLoKUj7)

 

 

 

[#### Shantung Occasion Hat](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=1203&awinaffid=69421&clickref=&p=https%3A//www.johnlewis.com/john-lewis-kim-east-west-shantung-occasion-hat/p3236349)

##### John Lewis, 



£135

 

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 ![Alva Dress from Phase Eight](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2018/07/look-5-dress.jpg?itok=Hkfclxe4)

 

 

 

[#### Alva Dress](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=2692&awinaffid=69421&clickref=&p=http%3A//www.phase-eight.com/fcp/product/phase-eight/dresses/alva-dress/204790409)

##### Phase Eight, 



£130

 

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 ![Riva Pod Stud Earrings from Monica Vinader](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2018/07/3mv-riva-pod-stud-earrings1jpg.jpg?itok=6T-PE2bm)

 

 

 

[#### Riva Pod Stud Earrings](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=38267&murl=https%3A//www.monicavinader.com/riva-pod-stud-earrings/gold-vermeil-riva-pod-stud-earrings-diamond%3Fsearch%3D%252Fshop%252Fearrings)

##### Monica Vinader, 



£250

 

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 ![Leather Slingback Pumps from Mansur Gavriel](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2018/07/4net-leather-slingback-pumps1.jpg?itok=4HLhuc2m)

 

 

 

[#### Leather Slingback Pumps](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=24448&murl=https%3A//www.net-a-porter.com/gb/en/product/1040690/Mansur_Gavriel/leather-slingback-pumps)

##### Mansur Gavriel, 



£400

 

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### THE BEST OF THE REST

 

 

 

 ![Embellished Knee Length Dress from Mihano Momosa](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2018/07/hn-grey-embellished-knee-length-dress1jpg.jpg?itok=lan7isxS)

 

 

 

[#### Embellished Knee Length Dress](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=39654&murl=https%3A//www.harveynichols.com/brand/mihano-mimosa/251525-grey-embellished-knee-length-dress/p3070023/)

##### Mihano Momosa, 



£1,800

 

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 ![Reflections Printed Wrap Dress from Stine Goya](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2018/07/hn-reflections-printed-wrap-dress1.jpg?itok=7qz1hUzt)

 

 

 

[#### Reflections Printed Wrap Dress](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=39654&murl=https%3A//www.harveynichols.com/brand/stine-goya/267576-reflections-printed-wrap-dress/p3145718/)

##### Stine Goya, 



£310

 

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 ![Embroidered Dress And Over Top from Gina Bacconi](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2018/07/jl-gina-bacconi-megan-embroidered-dress-and-over-top1jpg.jpg?itok=EEiaaRUU)

 

 

 

[#### Embroidered Dress And Over Top](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=1203&awinaffid=69421&clickref=&p=https%3A//www.johnlewis.com/gina-bacconi-megan-embroidered-dress-and-over-top-grey-silver/p3569240)

##### Gina Bacconi, 



£203 *(was £290)*

 

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 ![Fiorire Dress from Max Mara](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2018/07/matches-fiorire-dres1s.jpg?itok=bVLt07dT)

 

 

 

[#### Fiorire Dress](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=35725&murl=https%3A//www.matchesfashion.com/products/Max-Mara-Fiorire-dress-1180034)

##### Max Mara, 



£591 *(was £845)*

 

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 ![Guipure Lace Dress from Lela Rose](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2018/07/net-guipure-lace-dress1.jpg?itok=q5zf96pA)

 

 

 

[#### Guipure Lace Dress](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=24448&murl=https%3A//www.net-a-porter.com/gb/en/product/1060400/Lela_Rose/guipure-lace-dress)

##### Lela Rose, 



£1,287

 

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 ![Tiered Floral-Print Georgette Dress from See By Chloe](/sites/sheerluxe/files/styles/max_600x600/public/articles/2018/07/net-tiered-floral-print-georgette-dress1.jpg?itok=VBR6x0Tv)

 

 

 

[#### Tiered Floral-Print Georgette Dress](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=24448&murl=https%3A//www.net-a-porter.com/gb/en/product/1059261/See_by_Chloe/tiered-floral-print-georgette-dress)

##### See By Chloe, 



£350

 

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