What To Wear To Fall Garden Wedding

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Stylish picks for summer celebrations

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It's the time of year when your social calendar begins to get booked up with seaside getaways, swanky rooftop affairs, and sophisticated garden parties. Be one of the best-dressed guests with one of these favorite outfit ideas.

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The Beach Wedding

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This bride dreams of bare feet in the sand and the ocean breeze in her hair, and wants her nearest and dearest to feel cool and comfortable. Try these fresh takes on beach-chic for the ceremony and reception.

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The Beach Wedding

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Embrace the '70s style resurgence spotted on this season's runways and opt for a playful, chambray dress that still feels polished.

Lisa Marie Fernandez patchwork cotton-chambray shirt dress, $389, Net-A-Porter.com.

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The Beach Wedding

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Sporting a nude sandal with pops of color underneath a longer dress is appropriate for both the venue—and for dancing.

Saskia Strappy Sandal, $250, LoefflerRandall.com.

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The Beach Wedding

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A fun metallic bracelet will add the right amount of shine to your outfit and makes for great arm candy.

Moroccan Coin Bracelet, $210, Ben-Amun.com.

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The Beach Wedding

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The pearlescent hardware and tidal wave design of this clutch practically screams beach, and will take your chambray dress from everyday to evening. Plus this clutch includes a mirrored interior for touchups.

Jean Tidal Wave, $1,295, Edie-Parker.com.

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The Beach Wedding

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This fragrance combines the fresh scents of bergamot, coconut milk, lemon, pink pepper, and musk for that perfectly beachy aroma.

Maison Margiela 'Replica' Beach Walk, $125, Sephora.com.

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The Garden Party

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Brunchtime affairs, afternoon fêtes, and venues that feature sprawling blooms require sweet, feminine touches that feel as sophisticated as the setting.

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The Garden Party

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Don't be the party guest holding up her hem—try mini, midi, and tea lengths to keep grass stains and the like out of sight and mind. Plus, you'll blend right in wearing these bold florals.

Corpina Forget Me Not halter neck dress, $369, TedBaker.com.

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The Garden Party

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Choose block heels over stilettos for garden affairs to avoid sinking into the grass.

Ivanka Trump 'Klover' block heel ankle strap sandal, $134.95, Nordstrom.com.

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The Garden Party

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Keep in-theme and opt for whimsical accessories that nod to seasonal blooms.

Crystal lily earrings, $198, LeleSadoughi.com.

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The Garden Party

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We're loving the blush acetate frame on these trendy cat-eye sunnies. Plus, they'll help you stay squint-free during daytime ceremonies.

Vera Wang oversized cat eye sunglasses, $147.50, FarFetch.com.

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The Garden Party

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A bold lip feels just right in the summer months—choose red, coral, hot pink, or our new favorite, poppy, depending on your skin tone.

Nars Lipstick in Jungle Red—semi matte bright red, $28, Sephora.com.

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The Woodland Wedding

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While this bride may be super-boho (she's decided to say her vows in the forest after all!), her wedding will be more upscale than a camping trip or music festival. Stick to vibrant pieces with personality to capture her spirit and avoid the risk of arriving underdressed.

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The Woodland Wedding

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Take the wrap dress trend to the next level with this flowing sash-tie gown. The earthy color is perfect for a soirée in the woods.

Juan Carlos Obando sash-tie gown, $1,795, Barneys.com.

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The Woodland Wedding

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Stilettos will sink into the ground and flats will leave your feet exposed to the elements—a lace-up block heel is your happy medium.

Gold round tow Ghillie shoes, $120, Topshop.com.

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The Woodland Wedding

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Take Coachella up a notch for the special occasion with a wood and turquoise cuff.

Cubist cuff in wood and turquoise, $275, LizzieFortunato.com.

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The Woodland Wedding

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A neutral dress calls for a fun clutch.

Eyes imperial clutch/crossbody capra in black, $1,450, AnyaHindmarch.com.

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The Woodland Wedding

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A eye shadow kit that gives you an instant smokey eye? Sign us up.

The Color Chameleon smokey eye kit, $125, CharlotteTilbury.com.

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The Rooftop Affair

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You may be outside, but think more city sleek than laid-back. Get excited, this is where your metallics, flirty fringe, and tailored separates come into play.

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The Rooftop Affair

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A slinky sheath that can wow for black-tie but is easily dressed down with a jacket or a knit makes for an ideal investment piece.

Jill Jill Stuart sleeveless A-line satin gown, $395, NeimanMarcus.com.

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The Rooftop Affair

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There is no grass, dirt, or soft surfaces in sight. This is your chance to give your favorite high heels a night out on the town, and this ombré acrylic heel is seriously making us swoon.

Monique Lhuillier Ava sandals, $795, Shopbop.com.

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The Rooftop Affair

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The Rooftop Affair

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A sparkling clutch certainly makes a statement, and this grayer shade is a little less blinding and a little more elegant.

Leo Clutch, $95, RebeccaMinkoff.com.

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The Rooftop Affair

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Highlight your cheekbones with this powder that perfectly catches the light and gives your skin gorgeous shine.

Powder with pink highlights, $20, MakeupForever.com.

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The Desert Fête

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Mix it up. After all, the Palm Springs, Monument Valley, or Sedona couple is all about contrast, combining Deco, grandeur, and romanticism with outdoor elements. Get inspired by the couple's love for a little bit of this, and a little bit of that.

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The Desert Fête

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This flowy style will keep you cool, comfortable, and looking fab all night long.

Dodo Bar Or tiered tasseled cotton-gauze maxi dress, $500, Net-A-Porter.com.

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The Desert Fête

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Go for a neutral espadrille to play off a brightly colored dress.

Tabitha Simmons Sebille 10mm in natural/black, $237, TheLine.com.

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The Desert Fête

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We love the bold red clasp against the dark straw fabric on this clutch, which can also be used as a crossbody with a built-in chain strap.

Jen straw clutch, $185, KayuDesign.com.

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The Desert Fête

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Keep cool with this cactus flower and ginseng mist that keeps your skin hydrated even under the dryest conditions.

Cactus flower and Tibetan ginseng hydrating mist, $17, Kiehls.com.

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The Desert Fête

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Where better to break out some turquoise jewelry than in the desert, where it's originally from?

Silver & turquoise cocktail ring, $120, MollyJaneDesigns.com.

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