WEDDING GUEST OUTFIT – 1 DRESS 2 WAYS

I haven’t attended a wedding in many years although I’ve been bridesmaid 4 times & even the “best man” once. However that was way back in my twenties, I guess I’ll be catching the second timers soon? That’s cheeky…

Though a very dear friend of mine did get married a couple of weeks ago – In Hawaii!!!
I know awesome right?
We couldn’t go unfortunately yet it really wasn’t an issue for her either. You see Skye & Simon are in their 40’s & have been together for over 10 years. They have a gorgeous son, thriving business & frankly a menagerie of animals on their sprawling property. Therefore it was a completely different place that they were coming from when they decided to tie the knot. I mean that knot was already tied.
Their wedding was for them. It was on a beach with only their immediate family & it was stress free. The photos were stunning, they looked breathtaking in all white & the 3 of them had the time of their lives. It got me thinking if I were a wedding guest now what would I wear?

There’s a fabulous new online retailer called Lux-Fix, have you heard of them?

They asked if I’d like to collaborate on a blog post & when I saw their Nancy Mac dresses I thought – YES!

Perfect wedding guest outfit.

I chose this particular dress because of the feminine cut & silky drape but also because of the colour. I mean how amazing is this GREEN? After the wedding you want to be able to wear the dress again & again don’t you?
This is that dress.

Lux Fix Nancy Mac green dress worn 2 ways wedding guest outfit


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Lux Fix Nancy Mac green dress worn 2 ways wedding guest outfit

1 fabulous dress 2 ways

Personally I prefer the stronger look of black knee-high boots & black over-sized clutch yet pairing nude accessories gives it a romantic, weddingy (I know bear with me) vibe.
Either way Nancy Mac is HOT HOT HOT.

Have a look at the collection, I defy you not to fall head over heels in love. Swoon
Now if the Ted & Muffy boots don’t rock your world nor the Melissa moulded rubber sandals fulfill your hearts desire, fear not! I have another idea…
Next time wearing this fabulous tea dress I shall style with TANGERINE.

Platform pumps vs flat sandals. You can take a peek at the pumps here. I haven’t worn my Prada flat sandals in a post yet so I’m looking forward to giving them a run on RCM. I think they’re about 8 years old but last Summer I let them rest. Sometimes you just need a break from each other you know?

Lux Fix Nancy Mac green dress worn 2 ways wedding guest outfit|black accessories

Lux Fix Nancy Mac green dress worn 2 ways wedding guest outfit|black boots|black clutch


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Tell me which is your favourite look? Have you been to a wedding lately & if so what did you wear? I’d love to hear your thoughts.

See you next week, Mx

  • Comments ( 37 )

  • avatar
    Rozanne Swift

    What a delectable dress, you look stunning. The drape and colour are sigh-worthy! I agree with you on the black boots and clutch look, very much my favourite. It just works so well, giving the dress a sassy edge. I’ve not been to a wedding in nearly a decade but I would sooo love the opportunity to go to one, if only to purge myself of the style mistakes I made back in the day (bright fuchsia silk dress, I’m thinking of you… Alas made me look like a lollipop with the flu….) xx

    • avatar
      retrochicmama

      Awesome Rozanne you like the black too! I honestly thought nobody would, the nude is a safer option isn’t it 😉
      You & I will be dangerous teeheehee xxx

  • avatar
    sequinist

    WOW, Michelle. What a beautiful dress on you. That colour of green is amazing (Annette will love it) and the print is stunning, not overly floral and girly. I love the buttoned gathered sleeve detail, and the very vintage looking neckline and bodice too. What a lovely find. It suits you beautifully. Despite being a strong design statement, I can see this styled so many ways; I’d can see it with an oversize chunky cream grandpa cardigan in the winter (or today given how chilly it is!). Gorgeous photographs, as always. xxx

    • avatar
      retrochicmama

      Thank you Lisa I really appreciate your input, actually hadn’t thought about the chunky knit but you’re so right! What about flat tan boots too? This dress is such a winner, endless outfit ideas. You should check out the other Nancy Mac dresses she does sparkles you know 😉
      Btw Annette was all over the colour earlier on IG hahahaha.
      xxx

  • avatar
    Reasons to Dress (@reasonstodress)

    Another absolutely perfect look and I love those boots. And can we just talk about how no one gets married anymore!!! Why is that? I have so many dresses I could wear and yet no occasion!

    • avatar
      retrochicmama

      Perhaps weddings have gone out of fashion Angie? When Mark & I got married we spent about 50p on the wedding because we were saving to buy a house. Weddings are lovely although you do have to part with some serious DeNiros 😉
      Being a guest is the best!
      xxx

  • avatar
    Andy leathered

    That green dress looks killer on you Michelle, great outfit for the day. Those boots are a very nice and a great look with the dress too btw 🙂

    • avatar
      retrochicmama

      Well I’m not surprised you prefer the boots Andy – Good choice 😉 x

  • avatar
    Amy

    Great post, mama! Love all the dresses in the range. I might even order one!! Are they true to size would you say?
    x

    • avatar
      retrochicmama

      The bias cut would look amazing on you Amy! Yes they are true to size, shop away 😉
      Can’t wait to hear which one you bought xxx

  • avatar
    cheriejamesp

    I love this dress Michelle! The color, the fabric, the style are beautiful. How nice to see it styled with the black boots too – so unexpected, but so fabulous. I’m going to a wedding in the beginning of June and you have inspired me to start looking for the perfect dress.

    Cherie
    STYLE NUDGE
    http://www.stylenudge.com

    • avatar
      retrochicmama

      Thank you Cherie that’s music to my ears! Can’t wait to see your wedding guest outfit xxx

  • avatar
    Jane Dick

    So beautiful.

    • avatar
      retrochicmama

      Thank you so much Jane! I’m really sorry it has taken so long to reply to you I actually just found your comment in the trash. I don’t have the first clue as to why it went there but I’m so glad I found it.
      Hope to see you back again soon xM

  • avatar
    Lizzy

    Oh Michelle, such a gorgeous dress. The detail is so pretty, especially on the sleeves. I love the nod to the 1940s and think you could definitely style it differently throughout the year. I like it with the nude sandals (but that’s because I’m an old romantic) xxx

    • avatar
      retrochicmama

      Hey enough of the old! That’s my friend your talking about 😉 Young romantic xxx

  • avatar
    Abby@midlifecrisisnut

    I SO love your dress! I have a similar silk skirt in green with the same floating A-line shape and it has been my favourite for ages. I even wore it to my girl’s baptism some 10 years ago 🙂 You look absolutely gorgeous in yours and I love your clutch too! xx Abby

    • avatar
      retrochicmama

      Oh how special that is Abby. I love it when a dress encompasses a beautiful memory, makes it more special. I imagine I’ll also be wearing mine for many years to come, the style certainly is timeless.
      Mx

  • avatar
    Jo

    I can’t get enough of this dress, Michelle! It’s gorgeous. I, too, prefer it with the black boots and bag, but it is great to have a piece that you can wear in more than one way. Looking forward to seeing look number 3 xx

    • avatar
      retrochicmama

      Thanks Jo! I can totally see you rockin’ this dress with cowboy boots 😉
      xxx

  • avatar
    sandypatti

    Stunning dress! I love the 40’s vibe, and you look totally gorgeous wearing it. thanks for linking, xox

    -Patti
    http://notdeadyetstyle.com

    • avatar
      retrochicmama

      Hi Patti, you’re right it does have a 1940’s vibe! 😉
      xx

  • avatar
    Mica

    That is a lovely green dress, and you’re right it would be perfect for a wedding 🙂

    I liked both ways you wore it.

    Away From The Blue Blog

    • avatar
      retrochicmama

      Thanks Mica & welcome to RCM, hope to see you again xxx

  • avatar
    Annette

    Green!!! I love the dress, Michelle!
    I haven’t been to a wedding in ages – seems everybody gets divorced at my age 😉 but I’d find lots of occasions to wear it…
    Love both versions, the classic with sandals as well as the more edgy one with your fabulous boots!

    xx
    Annette | Lady of Style

    • avatar
      retrochicmama

      When I wrote this post Annette I was thinking of you the whole time! You would look amazing in this dress xxx

  • avatar
    Tianna

    gorgeous look! I really love both of these!

    • avatar
      retrochicmama

      Thanks Tianna – Nancy Mac dresses are dreamy aren’t they? I’m so glad you like the way I styled this one.
      Mx

  • avatar
    Michelle – The Barefaced Chic

    Wow, that dress looks amazing on you Michelle! The way it falls, the fit, the colour – you nailed it girl! I actually prefer the black boots to the nude shoes, which is weird because I thought it would be the other way around. Great to see one dress working hard 🙂
    Michelle xx

    • avatar
      retrochicmama

      That is surprising Michelle, I also thought you’d prefer the sandals. Actually I’ve been completely blown away by the over whelming majority going for the boots! I was sure nobody would like this look. Just goes to show you never know what you might wear until you give it a try.
      Mx

  • avatar
    Sharron Goodyear

    I am in love with this dress! 🙂 Look forward to meeting you next Monday at the Blogger Meeting! x
    http://www.keepingitfabulous.com

    • avatar
      retrochicmama

      Hi Sharon, so lovely to see you here on RCM! I’ve just been over to your blog & can confirm that you are indeed “keeping it fabulous!” I see we have a lot in common, I’m so looking forward to meeting you too…
      Mx

      • avatar
        Sharron Goodyear

        Aww thank you! Doing my best 🙂 See you very soon.

        S x

  • avatar
    Midlifechic

    Looking lovely Michelle – As you say I don’t think you’d need to save this for a wedding but then I do love a dress. I hadn’t heard of LuxFix before this post so thank you for the tip off x

    • avatar
      retrochicmama

      Aw thanks Nikki, I do love a dress too! Lux-Fix have such a fabulous range of designers although my favourite is definitely Nancy Mac.
      xxx

  • avatar
    No Fear of Fashion

    Wow, what a great dress. It looks as if it has been made for you.
    Greetje

    • avatar
      retrochicmama

      I’ve worn it many times too Greetje. It’s surprisingly versitile, I’m going to try pairing it with an oversized knit for Winter & see how that works xxx

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