WEDDING-READY LOOKS FROM PARIS COUTURE

Nothing is more elegant and fairy-like than an almost translucent nude chiffon dress. Perfectly paired with a simple matching stiletto, this dress gets a big tick from us – and the bonus is that a midi-length style can be worn so many different ways. Channel ballerina-chic and wear with a bun and scarlet red lip, or let your locks hang loose for a more bohemian vibe. And the best thing of all? An understated piece like this isn't going to be mega obvious every time it's recycled and ends up on the 'gram again.

For some reason, dresses have become synonymous not only with the bride, but the wedding guests, too. But why resort to a dress when separates look this good? The best way to inject colour into your wedding wardrobe is by clashing, like this emerald green floral with this canary yellow hue. And like any good separate, they can be mixed and matched in a multitude of ways. Wear the yellow top for one wedding, then pair the skirt with a black top at another. Weddings are a time to have fun with colour (with white out of the equation) – so take a leaf out of Italian fashion editor Giovanna Battaglia's book and mix your shades from head to kitten-heeled toe. 

A floral midi dress is a failsafe wedding choice – but a black floral midi keeps it interesting. Especially when worn with a chunky waist belt and a messy up-do to add an edge to more traditional styles. It's more Kate Moss at a wedding than Taylor Swift, if you know what we mean. A high-neck, long-sleeved midi like this one will give you maximum wardrobe wear – throw a pair of ankle boots on in autumn with a long cardigan and a slick of black kohl, or style with a strappy stiletto and a clutch bag to be church-appropriate.

For a fresh take on wedding dressing, channel the 40s with an unexpected mix like this street-styler. The simple bias-cut slip dress with a cutesy polka-dot print is perfectly matched with a pair of low-heeled day shoes – the brogue detailing on these ones keeps it very much in the jazz-era mood. And who would have thought wearing something as traditional as a hat at a wedding would look so chic? Opt for a trilby for the ultimate in elegant-cool, then wear the slip and the hat later at a festival – whoever said wedding wardrobes weren't versatile?

Sometimes it's good to throw all dress codes out of the window. You're at a wedding, but you hate dresses and florals and stilettos. So what do you wear? Take inspiration from this street-styler and simply update your everyday uniform with luxurious basics. A pair of perfectly tailored trousers with a matching top look incredibly stylish – just make sure to keep everything else to a minimum. We're talking hair, makeup, accessories, bag, mules... Phew. Simply slick your hair in a bun and you're all set. Ultra chic and comfortable – what's not to love?