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From black tie events to beach ceremonies.
I love Italian weddings, from the beautiful backdrops to the long Catholic masses and delicious food.
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And as a travel writer, I explore them as cultural exchanges and a fun excuse to dress up.
Sometimes, for a guest, the most daunting part of a wedding invitation can be the dress code.
Ive worn theLa Ligne Greer Dresswith a strappy sandal and clutch to a wedding at the famed Villa Borromeo.
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Ive also worn it on a day trip on Lake Como with a crossbody bag.
I also love thissleeveless Madewell midi dressthat could be paired with bold silver cuffs for a coastal summer wedding.
I wore thisLa DoubleJ Bellini Dress, which has since become a favorite of mine.
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Ive worn it to my daughters christening in NYC and a cocktail party at the St. Regis in Venice.
Below, find seven more long-sleeve dress styles I’m loving right now.
Plus, vibrant dresses are celebratory, festive, and look stunning in photos.
Writer Nneya Richards in the La DoubleJ Bellini Dress.Travel + Leisure
With beautiful wildflowers and everything outdoors, our dress code was garden party chic.
Cocktail Attire Wedding Guest Dresses
When I hear cocktail attire in Italy, I thinkaperitivo.
What would I want to wear if pictured living out my truedolce vitawhile sipping a spritz?
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Is it a glamorous Sofia Loren-inspired fit and flare dress paired with cat-eyed sunglasses?
No brand captures this more than Milanese lifestyle wunderkind, La DoubleJ.
I recently wore theLa DoubleJ Roy Dressto a formal event in Milan and received countless compliments.
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The one-shoulder design gives it a Grecian elegance that simultaneously reads regal yet effortlessthe epitome of the Italiansprezzatura.
It features a similar flowy, floor-length style that’ll be comfy and breezy at warm-weather gatherings.
Fit is essential, so tailor your dress to your heel height to ensure a polished look.
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Dark or jewel-toned colors work beautifully, and structured styles can provide both warmth and elegance in cooler seasons.
In summer, lighter fabrics like chiffon in bold hues are ideal, though they may require steaming.
My core group includes fashionistas of all sizes, and I struggled to find options that would suit everyone.
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Playing with proportions and experimenting with tiered silhouettes is one of my favorite ways to style an outfit.
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