WHAT TO WEAR TO A WEDDING ABROAD

Wedding season is nearing, and wherever your loved-up pals are tying the knot nailing that wedding guest abroad outfit can be tricky. The heat, the sand, the endless photo ops... You're gonna need a 'fit that works for all your plans. But if you haven’t got your wedding outfits for abroad celebrations ready just yet, don’t worry, we’ve got PLENTY of inspo below. From breezy beach shorts to statement-making suits, little (read: major) finishing touches and dance-floor-ready shoes, there’s definitely something SUIT-ed to the biggest event/mini-break of the year.

Weather forecast: v v hot. The destination? A linen wedding suit. Breathable, effortlessly chic and ideal for doing more than just posing, it’s a no-brainer for a wedding abroad. Keep it extra cool in the mint-green wedding suit above. Pair yours with a short-sleeve shirt, your go-to sunnies and lightweight sneaks for a cool vibe. Or, go top-to-toe check and wear smart shoes in the *exact* same shade of green. 

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ASOS DESIGN super skinny linen mix suit in sage green, from £24.50

New Look trainer in white, £22.50
Viggo ascensio check suit in green, from £41.50

ASOS DESIGN chunky loafers in sage leather with black contrast sole, £21.50

A ceremony on a stretch of sand is basically a safe pass for smart-casual 'fits. Choose your blazer and suit trousers in oversized styles, ideal for letting in that ocean breeze, and smarten the look with a slim-fit shirt. The result? Picture perfect. And you can go oversized in shorter lengths too.

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ASOS DESIGN oversized suit in stone, from £19.50

ASOS DESIGN skinny suit in linen mix in gingham in camel, from £19.50

A navy wedding suit is always a fail-safe, but ICYMI, we’re going to Ibiza! For a look that was made for those sunset-wedding-abroad moments, ditch the dark tones and go for pastels. Trust us, it's THE trend to try – pastel suits just work, whether you're on the beach or the dance floor. Partial to pastel but got a stricter dress code? Head back to blue base camp and pair navy bottoms with a pastel shirt for the best of both worlds Cherry on top? Blue suits look *chef's kiss* with a floral tie.

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New Look single breasted slim suit jacket in light blue, £36.50
New Look slim suit trousers in light blue, £22.50
ASOS DESIGN slim suit in navy, from £28
Selected Homme slim fit easy iron smart shirt in light blue, £35
French Connection floral tie in marine floral, £10

There’s something v v satisfying about a grey wedding suit. Wear your two-piece pick with a pastel-pink tie and boutonnière (AKA, that teeny-tiny bouquet on your lapel) to match those cotton-candy sunset skies. Or, rock your separates in fifty shades of grey – think dove grey, icy grey, charcoal grey… Finish your super-sleek skinny suit with suede loafers and you'll be turning allllll those heads.

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Selected Homme slim fit suit jacket in light grey, £71.50
Selected Homme slim fit suit trouser in light grey, £36
ASOS DESIGN tassel loafers in grey faux suede with white sole, £30

We’re all about breaking the mould and saying ‘I DO’ in a statement suit – after all, if you can’t serve main-character energy at your v own wedding, when CAN you? For the ultimate summer-wedding steeze, flex a floral jacquard suit – adding a black bow-tie might just keep the parents on-side, but remember, it's your day! And if you know the guests are mostly gonna be playing it safe in grey or navy, this dusty-pink wedding suit would create a standout moment – add a chunky rose-gold watch for top-to-toe tonal perfection. P.S. Both suits would work for wedding guests, too – dance battle later, yeah?

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Twisted Tailor owsley suit set in black with teal and mint floral jacquard, from £36
ASOS DESIGN smart oxford skinny suit in dusky pink, from £13

Don’t forget the basics – your wedding shirt. In sweltering-hot climates, we’d recommend lightweight linen styles in white, so you can keep your look classic yet cool. But if you’re just here to soak up the sun (and maybe a few compliments), why not mix those breathable styles with an iconic print? With the addition of plain black trousers and a wedding blazer, it’s 50% dress code and 50%... well, you. Something that doesn’t steal the show ENTIRELY (don't be that person that upstages the happy couple), this is more of a best-dressed guest vibe. We’ll take it.

GET THE LOOK:

Topman short sleeve relaxed revere textured shirt in white, £22.50
ASOS DESIGN relaxed shirt with placement print in green, £20

You can’t do a summer wedding abroad without some sunnies – squinting eyes are not OK, especially with that photographer doing the most. Plus, the practical accessory can add a casual vibe to an otherwise smart look. You might be eyeing up some classic aviator sunglasses, but we also love the 90s look of that mini oval shape. One for the big day, one for the pre-flight-home pool sesh? Either way, they’re going straight in our Saved Items.

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ASOS DESIGN 70s aviator sunglasses in gold metal with retro lens and brow bar detail, £15

ASOS DESIGN slim oval sunglasses in blue, £12