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This wedding season promises to be a busy one–we’ve got a lot of celebrating to make up, after all. And while we’ve never been more ready to dress up and dance the night away, a calendar full of I Do’s from beach nuptials to formal affairs means a lot of wedding guest outfits to put together. That’s why having at least one style you can low-key repeat is always a good idea: Enter the long black dress you can wear to any type of wedding.
Finding one dress that can be styled in a variety of ways will save you time, money, and sanity, and a flowy black maxi is super versatile. Boho accessories like tassel earrings and espadrille sandals make it beach-ready, sweet extras like a pastel cardigan and pearls make it garden-worthy, while sexy add-ons like a sparkly choker, embellished clutch, and lace-up heels take it into formal territory. (Tweaking your hair and makeup for each occasion also helps reinvent your look.)
Ahead, see how to style one long black dress for three different types of weddings–and look like a babe every single time.
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Here, I’ve paired this maxi with a woven handbag and kept it comfy in low ankle-strap heels. A sage green cardigan provides just the right amount of summer color while keeping you warm should the afternoon get breezy. A delicate pearl necklace and effortless satin scarf tied around the handbag help make this black long dress into a soft, garden-ready look.
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The secret to any beach wedding guest outfit is a good flat shoe that won’t sink into the sand. These black espadrille flatforms are just that! Keep this look simple but fun with boho earrings and a clutch that incorporates a beachy pop of color.
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This black long dress is the perfect transitional piece for day to night, but make sure to opt for formal accessories! Add some sparkle to the look with a glam rhinestone choker and embellished clutch. Then finish off the look with the perfect pair of strappy black heels. The perfect ensemble to take your look into the night and keep you looking on-trend.
We want to see your wedding guest outfits! Show us your RSVP looks on Instagram @Lulus using #lovelulus and shop more options in our Wedding Guest shop!
(Additional copy by Rachel Aschenbrand-Robinson)
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