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Red Dress: 30 Outfit Ideas for Weddings and Special Events

Red Dress: 30 Outfit Ideas for Weddings and Special Events

Got a party coming up but not sure what to wear with your red dress? No worries! This style guide has all the best outfit ideas for weddings and fancy events, plus accessory tips for every occasion.

Red Dress Outfits: Inspiration for Special Events

If you’ve made it this far, it’s probably because you’ve decided to wear a red dress to your next event. But now you’re wondering what style, fabric, or accessories to choose, right?

Well, don’t worry! You’ll find all the inspiration you need in the fabulous outfit ideas below. Just remember, it’s super important to think about the occasion when choosing your outfit – especially the fabric.

For a daytime wedding, I’d recommend something light and elegant like tulle or silk crepe. But if it’s a prom or an evening party, you can really go bold with sequins!

Whatever the occasion, I’m sure you’ll find the perfect red dress and accessories to match in the suggestions below!

Red dress outfits
Lumière

Red dress + gold accessories

No matter the style of dress or occasion, you can’t go wrong with gold accessories. A long tulle or silk crepe dress paired with a gold clutch, jewelry and heels is the perfect way to create an elegant look for a daytime wedding.

Red dress with gold shoes
Marieta
Red dress with gold accessories
Closet da May
Red dress with gold accessories
Tania Bastos
Red dress with gold shoes
Lumière

For an evening wedding or prom, a red dress with gold accessories is also a great combination for a luxurious, glamorous look. You can take it up a notch with a glittering gold or rose gold clutch with some shimmer or embellishment!

Red dress with gold accessories
Tania Bastos
Red dress with gold clutch
Closet da May
Red dress with gold clutch
Lumière

Dresses with bows or floral details are one of the hottest trends right now, perfect for creating romantic and feminine looks.

Red dress with gold accessories
Closet da May
Red dress with gold clutch
Tania Bastos
Red dress with gold shoes
Joana Julião

Red dress + silver accessories

No matter the occasion, style, or fabric of your dress, silver accessories are always a safe, stylish choice for a more sophisticated look!

A tulle or silk crepe dress paired with silver jewelry, a clutch, or shoes is a perfect option for bridesmaids or wedding guests who want a more understated (but elegant!) vibe – especially for an outdoor wedding.

Red dress with silver accessories
Tania Bastos
Red dress with silver accessories
Closet da May
Red dress with silver clutch
Closet da May
Red dress with silver clutch
Closet da May
Red dress with silver accessories
Closet da May
Red dress with silver clutch
Universidade dos Vestidos
Red dress with silver clutch
Closet da May
Red dress with silver accessories
Closet da May
Red dress with silver shoes
Universidade dos Vestidos

Monochromatic outfits

If you want your dress to steal the spotlight, go for a monochromatic look! Just pair it with a clutch or earrings in the same color for an elegant, cohesive look.

Red dress with red clutch
Closet da May
Red dress with red clutch
Closet da May
Red dress with red clutch
Closet da May
Red dress with red earrings
Closet da May

Red dress + nude accessories

If you’re a bridesmaid or just want a simple yet elegant outfit, I recommend choosing a tulle or silk crepe dress and pairing it with nude (or metallic) accessories. It’s the perfect combo for a daytime event, like an outdoor wedding!

Nude heels are a fabulous choice – they keep the focus on your dress while lengthening your legs and making you look taller!

For your purse, a beige or metallic clutch will add just the right amount of sophistication to your look.

Red dress with nude clutch
Universidade dos Vestidos
Red dress with nude shoes
Lumière
Red dress with nude clutch
Closet da May
Red dress with nude shoes
Tania Bastos
Red dress with nude shoes
Lumière

Red dress + colorful clutch

If you want to add a pop of color to your outfit, you can pair your red dress with a hot pink, emerald green, lavender, orange, or even a fun multicolored clutch.

I think it’s important to follow the dress code for the event, but also to stay true to your personal style – choose a dress or accessories that make you feel confident and comfortable!

I’ll share a few outfit ideas to inspire you, but you can check out even more great options in the guide to clutch colors that pair perfectly with red dresses!

Red dress with pink clutch
Closet da May
Red dress with green clutch
Lumière
Red dress with lavender clutch
Closet da May
Red dress with orange clutch
Closet da May
Red dress with colorful clutch
Closet da May

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Featured image: Tania Bastos