1950s Grace Kelly-Inspired Wedding Guest Outfit | Jaeger Floral Top and Skirt

Wedding guest outfit - Jaeger SS16 50s style peony print floral top and skirt dress | Not Dressed As Lamb

A couple of weekends ago I attended the wedding of an old work colleague – and what better excuse is there for getting dressed up than an invitation to a white wedding? 

Rather than a dress, I chose to wear a matching floral peony top and 1950s style skirt co-ords that were gifted to me from Jaeger – to show that you can create the illusion of a dress but have the versatility of separates that you can wear and style differently afterwards. It’s no secret that I’m a huge fan of Grace Kelly, and this is the closest I get to channelling that gorgeously elegant 50s style. Jaeger do properly long midi length skirts (none of this annoying knee-length passed off as midi nonsense) and the quality of their pieces is second-to-none.

TUCKING IN THE TOP AND ADDING A WIDE BELT CREATES THE ILLUSION OF A DRESS: THE PROPORTIONS WORK BEAUTIFULLY, DIVIDING THE BODY INTO THIRDS AND MAKING YOUR LEGS APPEAR ENDLESS.

Tucking in a top and adding a wide belt creates the illusion of a dress: Because the skirt is so long it means the proportions work beautifully and are so flattering, dividing the body into thirds (rather than half) and making your legs appear endless. Which mine are not… perfect for long-waisted people like me!

Wedding guest outfit - Jaeger SS16 50s style peony print floral top and skirt dress | Not Dressed As Lamb

SHOP THE LOOK:

Jaeger quality is so good, in fact, it meant the jacquard fabric plus the lining made the top very thick so I actually had to get a skirt one size up from my usual size. I wanted to be comfortable throughout the day and also knew that a three course meal would mean more than a little stress on the skirt’s waistline (I was right…!)

I must just mention the navy roses fascinator: I may have been the only person wearing any sort of hat at the wedding, but to me the outfit just didn’t work without it. As I always say, what would Grace wear…? 😉

(Finally – I’ve thrown in a rarely-seen photo of the husband and I right at the end – he looked too smart not to include him.)

DO YOU INSIST ON WEARING HATS TO WEDDINGS LIKE ME? AND WHAT DO YOU THINK OF WEARING CO-ORDS TO CREATE THE ILLUSION OF A DRESS? TELL ME IN THE COMMENTS OR TWEET ME @NOTLAMB!

Wedding guest outfit - Jaeger SS16 50s style peony print floral top and skirt dress | Not Dressed As Lamb
Wedding guest outfit - Jaeger SS16 50s style peony print floral top and skirt dress | Not Dressed As Lamb
Wedding guest outfit - Jaeger SS16 50s style peony print floral top and skirt dress | Not Dressed As Lamb
Wedding guest outfit - Jaeger SS16 50s style peony print floral top and skirt dress | Not Dressed As Lamb
Wedding guest outfit - Jaeger SS16 50s style peony print floral top and skirt dress | Not Dressed As Lamb
Wedding guest outfit - Jaeger SS16 50s style peony print floral top and skirt dress | Not Dressed As Lamb
Jaeger peony top c/o | Jaeger peony skirt c/o | ASOS heels (I LOVE this pair of LAMB coral heels) | Debenhams clutch (alternatives: White box clutch with silver trim and one with a gold trim) | Johnny Loves Rosie fascinator via ASOS | Belt – old, unknown (I like this leather whipstitched belt) | Lizzy O Boutique leopard wrap bracelet c/o | Loved by Sarah Lavoine 501 nail polish (Butter London ‘Chat Up’ looks the same)

Catherine

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35 Comments

  1. 22 June 2016 / 7:25 pm

    Fabulous outfit and so clever to wear a belt to make it look like a beautiful dress. You and hubby look utterly adorable together. Such a treat to get to see bloggers other halves x
    Anna
    http://www.annasislandstyle.com

  2. 22 June 2016 / 1:12 am

    You may very well be the best looking couple…ever! How did I miss this post?! You are so stunning in this Grace Kelly inspired look. I'm certain you would have given her a run for her money if there were a best dressed competition! Perfection, Catherine, absolute perfection!

    Shelbee
    http://www.shelbeeontheedge.com

    • 22 June 2016 / 1:35 pm

      Awww Shelbee you absolute sweetheart, thank you so much!!! xx

    • 20 June 2016 / 10:24 pm

      Aww Dawn Lucy thank you so much my lovely xx

  3. 20 June 2016 / 4:35 am

    Right down to your blue nails, you look stunning in this outfit. The 50's look is beautiful on you…love the way dress moves! And so lovely to see a gorgeous photo of you with your husband. Thanks heaps.

    • 20 June 2016 / 10:23 pm

      Thank you so much Elizabeth – and yes I have to admit the skirt does move beautifully, it was made for twirling!

  4. 19 June 2016 / 7:17 am

    Absolutely gorgeous. You both look perfect. I would instantly copy your look if I could still show my arms like you can. And copy would be the highest form of flattery… But I won't haha.
    Greetje

    • 20 June 2016 / 10:21 pm

      Ohh you're lovely Greetje, thank you!!!! x

  5. 18 June 2016 / 5:53 am

    I think this is my favourite ever outfit on you. Even more than the fairy princess. You look stunning and so serene and elegant. I love Grace Kelly too, in fact she's my style icon. Beautiful photos as always and thank you for waking your Lizzy O bracelet so beautifully. I think my fave accessory though is Keith! Lovely to see him. He looks as dapper as ever. Have a lovely weekend lovely lady xxxxxxxx

    • 20 June 2016 / 10:18 pm

      Liz you absolute sweetheart, bless you! Keith isn't a bad accessory, is he…?! 😉 Thank you so much sweetie, and thank you also for the lovely bracelet – I love the contrast of the leopard with the florals xxxxx

  6. 18 June 2016 / 2:17 am

    This entire outfit is absolutely perfect! You look lovely…and the fascinator certainly completes the look!!

  7. 17 June 2016 / 1:35 pm

    Absolutely love this look on you! It's classic with a little rock twist (love those nails). Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous!
    Suzy x
    http://www.suzyturner.com

    • 20 June 2016 / 10:15 pm

      You're lovely as always, Suzy, thank you! xx

  8. 17 June 2016 / 10:01 am

    Aw look at you too gorgeous people, adore the dress. The print is so vibrant and I love the accessories. Grace Kelly would be proud x

    • 20 June 2016 / 10:14 pm

      Oh wow now that's a compliment, Vicki – thank you so so much!!

  9. 16 June 2016 / 11:19 pm

    This is what I really like about you Catherine—you tell it like it is!! A midi is long…not just below the knees.
    You look positively Grace-like! I actually have a collection of old hats (some that were my grandmothers) but I've only worn them to high tea and on Easter Sunday! I never thought about wearing them to a wedding—I think I'll start this tradition!!
    jodie
    http://www.jtouchofstyle.com

    • 20 June 2016 / 10:12 pm

      Oh wow, Jodie – normally people only ever wear hats to weddings, so the fact that you wear them to high tea is absolutely wonderful! I think it's a shame people don't wear hats to a wedding any more, if you can't wear one to a wedding, when CAN you wear one…? Thank you for the lovely compliment by the way xx

  10. 16 June 2016 / 9:46 pm

    I absolutely love this,, dress,, :-)! I love the length of the skirt, and I would love to wear this outfit on an ordinary day too! I wore a two piece that looked like a dress last week, read m my red outfit post! 🙂
    Fancy Friday link up is tomorrow, I would be honored if you could join me 🙂
    http://www.nancysfashionstyle.com

    • 20 June 2016 / 10:04 pm

      Thank you Nancy, I love this length skirt, a true midi has always been my favourite! x

  11. 16 June 2016 / 7:45 pm

    Wow wow wow you look absolutely stunning Catherine. Such a beautiful outfit!
    Sophie
    x
    A Story of a Girl

    • 20 June 2016 / 10:02 pm

      Sophie thank you!! I think it may go down as one of my favourites ever!

  12. 16 June 2016 / 5:45 pm

    Your 2/3 rule is really working here, you look tall and gorgeous and graceful and amazing! This dress was meant for you. I adore the last photo of you and Mr NotLamb. Also? I agree that it would be criminal not to wear a navy floral fascinator with that dress! xx

    • 20 June 2016 / 10:01 pm

      Aww Lisa thank you so much – I agree about the fascinator, I really felt underdressed without it…! xxxx

  13. 16 June 2016 / 5:02 pm

    It is hard to believe these are separates.

    You both look wonderful!

    bisous
    Suzanne

    • 20 June 2016 / 10:00 pm

      It's amazing how just the addition of the belt makes it look just like a dress isn't it, Suzanne?!

  14. 16 June 2016 / 4:33 pm

    I think this dress was made for you Catherine! This bold floral print is so perfect on you and pink and navy are easily one of my favorite color combinations. Just stunning.

    Heidi || Wishes & Reality

    • 20 June 2016 / 9:58 pm

      Thank you so much Heidi, I love the pink and navy combination as well xx

  15. 16 June 2016 / 4:32 pm

    stunning dress and such a handsome couple

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