Superhero or goddess? Here’s how to find the perfect cape wedding guest dress.
Every year I look forward to attending the weddings of my family and friends. Whether I am in the wedding or attending as a guest, I enjoy celebrating love. And in my eyes, no celebration is truly complete without the right outfit.
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Recently I felt inspired to steer away from the usual wedding guest outfits and try a style I’ve never worn before. I’ve seen cape dresses a few times but never saw any that I thought suited me. I was worried that the cape wouldn’t sit on my shoulders correctly or that the length would be too long. And since I would be wearing this dress to a wedding, I didn’t want a cape too similar to that of a veil or train the bride might wear. Finally, while I appreciate the drama of a cape, I didn’t want one so dramatic it felt reminiscent of Batman fighting crime in Gotham City.
Even with all of those considerations, after a few days of searching, I found the perfect cape dress. The color, design and length of this Club L London dress more than satisfied my criteria. The dress was perfect on it own, only requiring a pair of statement earrings and heels to complete the look. I opted for my comfortable, clear heeled sandals from Schutz for a guaranteed night of dancing.
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What I love most about this dress:
- Asymmetrical cape design
- Floor length
- Draping at the hips
- Color appears more teal than green (which was perfect for me!)
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The best part about cape dresses are its versatility for weddings during the warmer or cooler months. The cape provides extra coverage that acts as a shawl, thus keeping your warm. Recently I realized I have a lot of dresses for spring and summer weddings, while not as many for fall and winter. With this purchase I now have a dazzling option for formal events occurring later this year.
I hope this post encourages you to try a cape dress in the future. Personally, I felt like a goddess all night. I am so eager to style this dress again. Stay tuned for more wedding guest outfit inspiration!
Live abundantly,
Bethany
