Wedding season is almost upon us. Although, after so many years of postponements, wedding season for 2022 is basically 12 months long— right? Reportedly this year is going to play host to 25% more weddings than usual, and I for one (being in my early 30s) am starting to feel the effects with mounting invites.
Of course, weddings are wonderful things and I can’t wait to attend them all and celebrate my friends and family— the one worrying thing I’m already starting to consider is what to wear to so many events. With everyone’s diaries becoming so crowded there’s not only the usual summer weddings to think about but also winter occasions too. Not to mention the hen dos, pre-wedding dinners and post-wedding day parties.
Luckily rental is such an easy, sustainable option these days and I’ll definitely be turning to the likes of Hurr, Rotaro and My Wardrobe more than once. Personally, though, I’m a fan of investing in one great dress that makes me feel amazing and wearing it to as many different events as I can for years to come.
When it comes to investing in the perfect wedding-guest dress though, it can really help to try the pieces on in real life and get a feel for the material, fit and features of the dress— especially if you plan on wearing it as much as I do. And since Reformation only have two stores in the UK, I thought I’d put some time aside specifically to pop into the newest store in London and try as many dresses as I could find so that you don’t have to. Below you’ll find seven styles that I were particularly good, with notes on the fit and which body shapes they could work best for. Of course, there’s so many more beautiful styles in Reformation’s online offering that weren’t in store, so I’ve also added in links to more of my favourite dresses.