WHAT TO WEAR TO AN AUTUMN WEDDING

Set against the backdrop of crisp sunshine and changing leaves, autumn weddings present an opportunity to embrace all things opulent. Think rich tones, light-catching embellishments and sumptuous fabrics.

Read on for our advice on what to wear to an autumn wedding, whether you're a wedding guest, bridesmaid or mother of the bride – or groom.

2025 AUTUMN WEDDING GUEST STYLE FORECAST

For those looking for trend-leaning pieces, discover our style forecast for autumn wedding guest outfits.

PRINT
Florals aren’t just for spring, experiment with inverted colour palettes and contemporary prints.

TEXTURE
Lean on lace accents and intricate embroidery for textural modernity.

SHAPE
It’s all about sculptural silhouettes and fabrics with a desirable drape.

A woman wearing an embroidered Hobbs occasion dress

Women wearing Hobbs trend-leaning occasion dresses.

SHAPE

TEXTURE

A woman wearing a navy, floral, Hobbs occasion dress.

“OUR PRINTS ARE ALWAYS UNIQUE TO HOBBS. FROM IN-HOUSE AND HAND-DRAWN PRINTS TO ARCHIVE FLORAL MOTIFS REIMAGINED, EACH DESIGN HALLMARKS OUR TIMELESS, FEMININE HERITAGE.”

Polly Beer, Print Designer

AUTUMN FLORALS

Florals may be synonymous with spring, but beautiful blooms on deeper, darker bases evoke tonal elevation – an air of romance – that feels just right for autumn and winter weddings. What's more, our collection of perennially chic floral print dresses exude longevity, making them easy to be restyled for a multitude of dates in your diary.

A woman wearing a contemporary, floral, Hobbs occasion co-ord

TRANSCENDING SEASONS

The cusp of a seasonal shift – as fiery sunsets turn to amber leaves, autumn wedding outfits tend to serve a variety of backdrops, so it’s important to consider future styling possibilities. Look to our jewel-tone dresses and colour-coordinating accessories for styles that look just as good through late summer sunshine as they do early autumn sunsets. And if it’s transitional layers you’re looking for, dressing appropriately for the weather can be as easy as switching out your sandals and boleros to boots and smart jackets.

The best part? Our occasion dresses and accessories create the perfect race day outfits, too! Just add a statement fascinator.

A woman wearing a colourblock Hobbs occasion dress.

SIMPLE STATEMENTS

It’s not all about embroidery, embellishments and bold colour. Monochrome palettes and considered details can be just as high-impact when it comes to standout silhouettes.

For black-tie inspired dress codes, lean on our colourblock designs that exude elegance.

WEDDING GUEST DRESSES

A gallery of six product images of Hobbs fascinators.

LONG STORY

Attending a wedding in October? Silhouettes with longer sleeves and hemlines are not only a suitable seasonal substitute, but are ideal for more traditional venues. From sumptuous silks to luxuriously lined crepe, we offer most of our longer occasion dresses in petite-friendly lengths, too.

SHOP MIDI DRESSES

SHOP MAXI DRESSES

Women wearing Hobbs’ new occasion dresses

A woman wearing a Hobbs occasion dress and co-ordinating jacket.

SOPHISTICATED SETS

From sequin-infused tweed to versatile colour blocking, look to our chic co-ords to create a cohesive outfit from the outset. Ideal options for the mother of the bride or groom, and for those attending town hall weddings, our matching sets expertly fuse complementing silhouettes for an alluring, polished look.

Discover the matching jackets that are a must – never an after-thought.

A collection of Hobbs’ new occasion accessories.

OUTFIT COMPLETERS

Wondering what shoes to wear to an autumn wedding? Or what bag will match your wedding outfit the best? As always, you should consider all-day comfort; our range of chic heels with comfortable heel heights were made for all-day celebrations.

For timeless autumnal trends, opt for sparkly accents and deep tones. Our collection of sculptural fascinators are cleverly designed with voluminous bows, while our bags exude opulence over a range of clutch and wristlet profiles – colour-matched to perfectly complement every piece in the collection.