Black tie to casual: 5 wedding guest dress codes decoded

White Tie

1/13

It's the most formal dress code there is, and not often seen. For ladies, go for a formal floor-length gown that's not too revealing. 

Mignon embellished dress, from $120 to rent, from www.rentadress.com.sg. Shop it here. 

White Tie

2/13

This toga with skin-baring slivers and a shapely peplum keeps going black from looking boring. 

Sheike maxi toga dress, from $120 to rent, from www.rentadress.com.sg. Shop it here. 

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White Tie

3/13

Bring shimmer to your outfit with intricate chevron patterns. The soft blush hue paired with a square neckline and capped sleeves looks both graceful and demure. 

Adrianna Papell embellished mesg gown, SGD 523.67, from www.nordstrom.com. Shop it here. 

Black Tie

4/13

Black tie is a little less formal than its white counterpart. You can still take the safer, and more glamorous, route and go for a floor-length gown, or alternatively, a short dressier cocktail dress.

 Sachin & Babi Noir strapless gown, SGD 1756.40, from www.neimarcus.com.  Shop it here. 

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Black Tie

5/13

You don't necessarily need solids for a formal event. Jazz your outfit up with eye-catching prints while keeping it glam wiht a lustrous fabric.

Bariano strapless dress, $100 to rent, from www.rentadress.com.sg. Shop it here. 

Black Tie

6/13

Opting for a shorter hemline? Turn up the glamour with gleaming gold and ornate patterns.

Marchesa Notte floral lamé fil coupe cocktail dress, SGD 1078.30, from www.neimanmarcus.com. Shop it here. 

Semiformal or Cocktail

7/13

A cocktail dress, dressy separates or even a polished jumpsuit. Keep it classy and sophisticated, and not too revealing.

Jacquard midi dress, price upon enquiry, from Coast. Available from September. 

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Semiformal or Cocktail

8/13

Think lighter hues or pastels for a daytime party and jewel or darker hues for the night. 

Asymmetrical satin top, price upon enquiry, from Coast. Available from September. ​

Semiformal or Cocktail

9/13

We love this fashion-forward look that'll take your from an elegant restaurant setting to the after party. 

River Island embroidered dress, SGD 89.81, from www.asos.com. Shop it here. 

Fun or Festive

10/13

If your host is asking for you to have fun with your outfit, skip the blacks and neutrals! Go crazy with bright hues and prints.

ML Monique Lhuillier cocktail dress, from $80 to rent, from www.rentadress.com.sg. Shop it here. 

Fun or Festive

11/13

Lightweight, flirty and flowery, this is great for a fun seaside party. 

Polyester midi dress, SGD 140.08, from www.asos.com. Shop it here. 

Casual

12/13

If the dress code is casual, it probably indicates the wedding is held outdoors or in a laidback venue like a cafe. Think lightweight, easy silhouettes, like a summery sundress.

Three Floor lace dress, $640, from www.et-i-kit.com. Shop it here. 

 

Casual

13/13

This versatile piece gets thumbs up - pair with sparkling bling and heels for a glamorous evening or sandals and effortless tresses for a pretty outdoor event. 

BCBGeneration chiffon maxi dress, SGD 215.50, from www.asos.com. Shop it here.