What to Wear to a Wedding Abroad

A wedding in Greece is more than a single celebration — it is an unforgettable wedding weekend filled with island adventures, parties, dining alfresco, sunset gatherings and memorable moments. Whether you are exploring the whitewashed streets of Santorini and Mykonos, attending a beachfront welcome dinner, celebrating at a luxury wedding reception or enjoying cocktails overlooking the Aegean Sea, choosing the right outfits for every occasion is essential.

Destination weddings often span several days, with each event calling for a different look. From elegant maxi dresses for the wedding ceremony to effortless resort wear for sunset parties, poolside celebrations and relaxed day-after gatherings, packing versatile pieces will ensure you feel stylish and comfortable throughout your trip. The key is to choose natural, breathable fabrics that keep you cool on hot Mediterranean days while still feeling beautifully dressed.

Our collection of luxury resort wear dresses has been designed for destination weddings, helping you transition seamlessly from daytime exploring to evening celebrations.

Welcome Dinner — White Party Style

The celebrations often begin long before the wedding day itself. Many destination weddings in Greece start with a relaxed welcome dinner, giving guests the chance to meet, mingle and enjoy the beautiful surroundings before the main event. A white party is a popular choice for a pre-wedding celebration, creating an effortlessly elegant dress code that feels perfectly suited to the Greek Islands.

Lightweight white cotton dresses are ideal for warm Mediterranean evenings, offering both comfort and style as you enjoy sunset cocktails and dinner by the sea. Choose from chic knee-length styles or flowing midi dresses, and pair them with metallic sandals, delicate jewellery and a woven clutch for an effortlessly sophisticated look.

Style Notes

Keep your look relaxed yet refined with a lightweight cotton dress styled with gold sandals, shell-inspired jewellery and a woven clutch. For a true Greek-island aesthetic, add oversized sunglasses and natural textures such as raffia or straw accessories. The result is an effortlessly chic outfit that is perfect for welcome drinks, beachfront dinners and sunset celebrations in Santorini or Mykonos.

Wedding Guest Edit — The Santorini Dress

Choosing what to wear to a wedding in Santorini can feel tricky, especially when the celebration takes place in a warm Mediterranean climate. Weddings are often all-day occasions, so your outfit needs to feel glamorous while also keeping you cool, comfortable and confident from the ceremony through to the evening reception.

The Santorini Silk Maxi Dress is designed for exactly this kind of destination wedding. Made from luxurious silk with a flowing maxi silhouette, it moves beautifully in the breeze and feels effortless to wear in the heat. Available in yellow and white ombré or turquoise and white ombré, the Santorini Dress photographs beautifully against the whitewashed architecture, blue domes and golden sunsets of Greece.

Why the Santorini Dress is Perfect for a Wedding in Greece

• Elegant maxi silhouette ideal for wedding ceremonies and receptions.
• Lightweight, breathable fabric designed for Mediterranean climates.
• Flattering neckline and flowing tiers create effortless movement.
• Photographs beautifully against Santorini's white architecture and blue domes.
• Available in statement turquoise and sunshine yellow colourways.
• Perfect for destination weddings, luxury resorts and special occasions.
• Comfortable enough for daytime celebrations and evening dancing.

Style Notes

For a wedding ceremony, pair the Santorini Dress with metallic sandals, delicate gold jewellery and oversized sunglasses. Add a woven clutch and soft waves for a timeless Greek-island look. As the sun sets over the caldera, the flowing silhouette catches the golden light beautifully, creating an elegant and unforgettable wedding guest style.

The Santorini Dress embodies effortless resort glamour, making it the perfect choice for celebrating in one of the world's most beautiful destinations.

Sunset Party Edit — Day After Celebrations

The day after a destination wedding is all about relaxed glamour. Whether you are attending a luxury pool party in Santorini, enjoying sunset cocktails overlooking the caldera or gathering for a relaxed alfresco dinner with friends and family, lightweight resort wear is the perfect choice.

Our signature blue and pink halterneck maxi dress combines flowing movement, breathable fabric and striking Mediterranean-inspired colour, making it an elegant option for wedding weekend events. Styled with gold sandals, a raffia fan and statement sunglasses, it is the ultimate dress for transitioning from poolside celebrations to sunset drinks and evening dining.

Why This Dress Works for a Wedding Weekend in Greece

• Lightweight, floaty fabric ideal for warm Mediterranean temperatures.
• Elegant halterneck silhouette that flatters every figure.
• Statement blue and pink zebra-inspired print designed to stand out against the iconic whitewashed architecture of Santorini.
• High-low hemline creates beautiful movement in coastal breezes.
• Perfect for pool parties, sunset cocktail events and relaxed wedding weekend dinners.
• Easy to style with raffia accessories, gold jewellery and flat sandals.
• Packs effortlessly for destination weddings and luxury holidays.
• Works beautifully with flat sandals for the cobbled streets and steps of Santorini.

Style Notes

Pair this resort wear maxi dress with tortoiseshell sunglasses, gold shell jewellery and a woven raffia tote for a chic Greek-island aesthetic. Remember to pack a fan and your camera, and you are ready for the perfect day-after wedding celebration.

Resort Escape Edit — Silk Kaftans for the Greek Islands

Between wedding celebrations, take time to discover the beauty of the Greek Islands. Whether you are exploring the charming streets of Santorini, enjoying a leisurely lunch overlooking the Aegean Sea or spending the afternoon at a luxury beach club, a silk kaftan is the ultimate resort wear essential.

Our silk kaftans are designed for effortless elegance, combining lightweight fabrics with relaxed silhouettes that keep you cool in the Mediterranean sunshine. Easy to dress up or down, they transition seamlessly from sightseeing and shopping to sunset drinks and waterfront dining. Vibrant prints and flowing silhouettes capture the spirit of a Greek island escape, making them the perfect addition to your wedding weekend wardrobe.

What Should I Pack for a Wedding in Greece?

A destination wedding in Greece often includes several events over a long weekend, so it is helpful to pack a few versatile outfits that work for different occasions. Choose a selection of key dresses and kaftans, and you'll find that the same accessories can be styled effortlessly from day to night throughout your trip.

• Paris White Cotton Dress for the welcome dinner or white party
• Santorini Silk Maxi Dress for the wedding ceremony and reception
• Montecarlo Halter-neck Resort Wear Dress for day-after celebrations
• Monterey Silk Kaftan for beach clubs and relaxed lunches by the sea
• Metallic flat sandals for the cobbled streets and steps of Santorini
• Raffia tote beach bag
• Statement sunglasses
• SPF 50
• A stylish hand fan

With a few carefully chosen resort wear pieces, you can create an elegant wedding weekend wardrobe that keeps you cool, comfortable and beautifully dressed throughout your trip. Designed to flatter every body shape, our luxury resort wear combines effortless style with practical elegance, ensuring you feel confident for every celebration, sunset gathering and holiday photo opportunity.