Someone else’s wedding isn’t really the time to be making bold fashion statements or flashing lots of flesh. The occasion calls for something classy and tasteful, that shows you’ve made a bit of an effort, and this silk dupioni dress by Jones New York fulfills that criteria perfectly.

Falling just above the knee, and with a sheath-style neckline and shape, the pale brown is a great colour for winter weddings, but will work for summer, too. A cream or gold jacket or cardigan will keep you warm during the ceremony, and the silk fabric has enough “flow” to look great when you’re dancing at night. It’s $170 at Nordstrom.

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