Art Deco Style Makes a Comeback for Wedding Guest Dressing
Art Deco, characterized by lavish ornamentation, geometric forms, and glamour, is experiencing a significant revival this fall. The trend is appearing in interior design and fashion, with designers like Miu Miu, Conner Ives, Chanel, and Kallmeyer incorporating crystals, fringe, and embroidery into their collections.
Art Deco Details for Wedding Guests
For wedding guest attire, embracing Art Deco means seeking pieces with signature details such as a dropped waist, geometric prints, fringe, beading, or a velvet finish. However, experts caution against crossing into cosplay territory, advising restraint and letting one Deco-inspired element take center stage.
Featured Dresses & Styles
Vogue highlights several Art Deco-inspired dresses perfect for wedding guests:
- Bode Sea Flower dress ($2,310 at Nordstrom) - Flapper-inspired
- Taller Marmo Berlin dress (Metallic Fringe, $1,240 at Nordstrom)
- Staud Effie dress (Beaded LBD, $595 at Net-a-Porter)
- La DoubleJ Twirling midi dress (Splashy Print, $850 at Net-a-Porter)
- McQueen draped midi dress (Dropped Waist, $3,600 at Net-a-Porter)
- Ulla Johnson Nerine dress (Silk Embroidery, $2,200 at Ulla Johnson)
Key Elements to Consider
Ornate Embellishments: Crystals, beading, and embroidery are key, but should be precise and considered rather than excessive. Dôen and Bode offer hand-beaded gowns, while Self-Portrait and Staud provide other options.
Geometric Prints: Bold, symmetrical prints are an easy way to reference the era. Kallmeyer's beaded scallop design is a strong example, while Tory Burch offers a more subtle lace pattern. La DoubleJ and Zimmermann present contemporary takes with feather and graphic prints.
Draped Dropped-Waists: This silhouette is a defining feature of Art Deco style.