Top Photo Credit: Anni Graham
Event: Kindred Collective – Bend 2025
Guest attire doesn’t have to mean a line at the rental tux counter or a Pinterest board full of contradictions. At Fox & Quinn, we believe your wedding dress code is an extension of your event’s energy — a tone-setting detail that invites your people into your world.
Below, we’ve translated each of the eight Fox & Quinn archetypes into guest dress codes that match the aesthetic, feeling, and formality of the experience you’re creating. Because what you wear matters — and your guests deserve a little styling too.
Clean Editorial
Sculptural Neutrals & Tailored Texture
Think refined silhouettes, architectural lines, and a strictly edited palette. Guests are encouraged to wear pieces that are minimalist, modern, and expertly tailored. Cream suiting, column dresses, black accents, and sculptural jewelry all align here. It’s confidence in restraint — no fuss, all form.
Suggested Palette: bone, graphite, ivory, sand, ink, merlot
Textures: silk crepe, matte suiting, crisp cotton, leather
Earthy & Elevated
Natural Layers & Refined Ease
The feeling is grounded but polished — like the best dinner party in a glass house. Guests should dress in layers of linen, wool, and woven textures. Flowy silhouettes, warm neutrals, and tonal variations of earth tones create cohesion without being matchy. It’s quiet luxury with a rustic lean.
Suggested Palette: olive, clay, driftwood, moss, cream
Textures: raw silk, linen, crochet, suede
Mood & Muse
Dramatic Neutrals & Velvet Shadows
This is your fashion-forward friend’s dream dress code. Dramatic silhouettes, interesting textures, and moody neutrals are highly encouraged. Think satin in slate blue, black lace, or oversized tailoring with personality. The vibe is cocktail hour at a gallery opening — styled but a little offbeat.
Suggested Palette: charcoal, merlot, storm, ink, gold
Textures: velvet, silk satin, crepe, tulle, lace
Heirloom Grandeur
Formal Legacy with a Soft Glow
For weddings that feel like the Met Gala in a ballroom. Guests should wear traditional formalwear with elevated detail — timeless gowns, classic tuxedos, silk gloves, vintage accessories, and floor-length looks with presence. Think elegance with staying power, not trend-driven flash.
Suggested Palette: pearl, burgundy, antique gold, dove gray
Textures: brocade, taffeta, duchess satin, embroidery
Coastal Modern
Sunwashed Layers & Understated Luxury
Relaxed formality is the tone here. Guests are invited to wear elevated pieces that breathe — breezy silhouettes, tonal color stories, and tactile fabrics like linen and soft silk. Sandals may be encouraged (or even required), and accessories should feel natural, not forced.
Suggested Palette: stone, oat, sea glass, white, pale terracotta
Textures: linen, silk charmeuse, cotton voile, raffia
Airy Whimsy
Light, Playful & Pastel-Drenched
Guests should arrive in soft shapes, floaty fabrics, and colors that look like they were plucked from a gelato case. Think floral prints, puff sleeves, ruffles, and accessories that feel joyful but curated. It’s garden party meets daydream — no dark colors, no harsh edges.
Suggested Palette: blush, lemon, mint, lilac, sky blue
Textures: chiffon, organza, embroidery, soft tulle
Wild Romance
Overgrown Glamour & Sensual Contrast
This dress code invites guests into a world of rich color, tactile fabrics, and unapologetic drama. Jewel tones, floral jacquard, off-the-shoulder necklines, and bold prints are welcome. Guests should feel like they stepped into a Baz Luhrmann scene — immersive, emotive, and stylishly undone.
Suggested Palette: plum, crimson, moss, midnight, rose
Textures: velvet, lace, silk jacquard, crinkled chiffon
Garden Reverie
Botanical Elegance with a Storybook Twist
Romantic and ethereal, this dress code leans into garden party chic. Guests can wear floral prints, tea-length dresses, flowy suits, or wide-brimmed hats. Nothing overly structured — just a sense of softness and timelessness. Ideal for ceremonies in greenhouses, courtyards, or under tree canopies.
Suggested Palette: sage, ivory, buttercream, rose, dusty blue
Textures: cotton lawn, silk organza, floral appliqué, ribbon
The best dress codes do more than suggest an outfit — they offer a feeling. A moment of immersion. A chance for your guests to step into your vision and wear it with pride.
Curious which archetype fits your day?
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