Designer silk dresses are a timeless and elegant staple for the modern woman’s wardrobe. Their effortless and refined style are the key to mastering the art of event. Our silk dresses at Jasper Conran London are a joyful choice for all occasions, with a wide collection of handbags, hats and belts to add an additional air of elegance to any silk dress, complementing your silhouette.
Our style edit will peruse the summer social calendar and pinpoint the key events for which your new designer silk dress can be worn, curating silk dress and bag looks to ensure you look and feel your best.
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Explore our collection of elegant silk dresses perfect for wedding guests
If you’re attending a racing festival this year, a silk dress can help you stand out from the crowd
When travelling abroad, silk dresses can not only add a sophisticated touch to your wardrobe, but can keep you cool in the summer heat
Our cream silk dresses at Jasper Conran London are the ideal choice for second and third weddings, as well as vow renewals
With graduations happening across the summer months, get your designer silk dress for the occasion today
Summer evenings demand an elegant silk dress to impress in the last few hours of the sun
Silk Dresses for Weddings
Silk is the perfect fabric for spring and summer weddings with a formal dress code; it possesses a lightweight feel without compromising on style and sophistication, ensuring you stay cool and look chic. Our Fleur silk full skirt shirt dress is the ideal dress for a wedding, with a detachable obi belt, side pockets and button-down front, making it a versatile option to be worn at a variety of occasions.
When choosing a designer silk dress for a wedding, you can style your look with vibrant straw hats, jewellery and shoes that suit the occasion and setting. Our Edie silk full skirt shirt dress can be paired with our Filippa wide brim hat in red and our black Francine top handle grab bag to create a silhouette that looks great on the mother of the bride or groom. This dress looks particularly elegant when paired with either a chic ballet pump or black heel, highlighting its versatility.
Although brighter, more vibrant colour patterns are more suited to spring and summer weddings, darker hues can still work, especially if the dress code is black tie. The colour dress you choose not only depends on the wedding you are attending, but your personal preference too. If you want to make the most of your dress and wear it to various occasions throughout the years, our Celia collection is available in a range of colours, from zesty yellow to classic black.
Our previous guide highlights everything you need to know about choosing the perfect dress for a wedding.
Silk Dresses for the Races
With various racing festivals still on the horizon this summer, there is plenty of time to choose a timeless dress that can benefit you throughout the seasons and years. At Jasper Conran London, our silk dresses are designed in our London studio to be worn for all manner of events; we thoughtfully design dresses that can work in both formal and casual settings, providing both day to day elegance and statement formal looks.
Silk dresses can be wonderfully suited to outdoor events such as the races; their lightweight properties make them ideal for hot summer days, keeping you cool whilst presenting a classic ensemble. Elegant choices such as full skirt shirt dresses, wrap dresses and v neck dresses are best-selling choices, each with the ability to adapt to other outdoor events such as weddings and garden parties.
Like most summer events, brighter tones such as yellows and greens would be perfect for the races. Particularly, our Celia full skirt wrap dress in green provides a sense of freshness and can perfectly integrate the summer months into your wardrobe. Pair this dress with our Francine top handle grab bag in green to create a cohesive look ideal for summer.
If you’re planning your next races look, read our previous guide here.
Silk Dresses for your Holidays
When travelling abroad, whether to enjoy a relaxing beach holiday or a busier city break, it is often a priority for most women to feel stylish yet comfortable. Silk dresses can achieve both these preferences, ensuring they are the hardest working piece of your suitcase. Silk dresses would suit evening meals out and drinks on the beach rather than casual day wear, pairing perfectly with smaller bags and clutches. Our pink zip clutch and pink Celia dress creates a bold combination that would look perfect during the summer, in the UK or abroad.
Silk is the ideal fabric when looking for a new holiday dress. It is lightweight and breathable, with temperature regulating properties to maintain body temperature no matter the weather. Despite its delicate appearance, silk is strong and reliable, ensuring your dress will last for many holidays to come.
Our Flora A-line silk dress in green is a classic choice for beach holidays and city breaks alike; its signature print and bright colour is bound to stand out in any setting. This dress also comes complete with a detachable belt to provide a practical edge in hot weather. Vibrant colours are a must, so consider matching your Flora dress with our Faith wide brim hat in green.
Choose your next holiday silk dress by browsing our previous guide.
Silk Dresses for Bridal Wear
If you’re getting married this summer, whether you are a first-time bride, getting married for a second time or renewing your vows, choosing the perfect wedding dress doesn’t have to cost the earth. Our Filomena silk full skirt shirt dress is made from an elegant cream silk crepe de chine fabric, presenting a classic sheen and pronounced bridal look. This functional dress comes with a detachable belt to help the bride style the dress to her preferences. Match this dress with our Francine leather chain clutch in cream to create an unmistakably sophisticated bridal look.
Our Filomena dress falls to the calf and flows freely, allowing you to move with ease on your big day. This dress will ensure you are the centre of attention on your wedding day, with the versatility to be worn again at other formal occasions.
If you’re looking for a wedding guest dress, we have a wide array of colours to stand-out amongst the invitees. Our Celia collection is available in a range of colours, allowing you to choose the more sophisticated, personal choice for you. If silk isn’t your preferred choice, we have a collection of white dresses in different materials, such as our signature Blythe full skirt shirt dress, to suit your preferences.
Prepare for your wedding today by reading our previous bridal silk dress guide.
Silk Dresses for Graduation
Graduation season is in full swing, with many graduates and their guests making the effort to ensure this special day doesn’t go to waste. From classic tones such as black and navy to brighter, more vibrant hues like pink and yellow, you cannot go wrong with an elegant silk dress. Whilst the graduate may want to match with the robes, guests can choose from a collection of colours here at Jasper Conran London.
Printed silk dresses are equally as refined as solid colour, with unique, eye-catching designs that are bound to make a statement. Our Emma printed full skirt shirt dress, available in a choc floral pattern, is a flexible option that can benefit you throughout a graduation ceremony and even into the winter months with its darker hues. Match this dress with our Francine top handle grab bag in black for a complementary look that exudes style and sophistication.
With an abundance of designer silk dresses available at Jasper Conran London, you can choose your next dress for a graduation in our previous guide here.
Silk Dresses for Evenings
Evenings out and summer nighttime events deserve an effortless silk dress to provide sophistication and style, and help you stand out from the crowd. Evening attire can be both casual and formal depending on the event or occasion. Silk dresses such as our Florence printed short sleeve wrap dress are ideal for both formal and casual evenings, whether you're attending a dinner party or enjoying a daytime stroll.
When dressing for a formal evening event, we recommend our Fleur silk full skirt shirt dress in purple, matched with our Faith wide brimmed hat, to create a comfortably stylish look for all settings. Similarly, our Eliza silk V-neck dress is a vibrant option for summer evenings and holidays abroad. Match this bag with our Celia chain strap evening bag for a refined look perfect for all seasons.
For more casual evenings, our silk dresses displaying our signature prints, such as our Emma and Flora, can transition easily from day to nightwear, ideal if you’re at an all-day event that carries you into the nighttime. Our Francine chain clutch collection of handbags are perfect for eveningwear, complete with a sleek chain and both internal and external compartments for security and storage. You can browse our full collection of designer handbags here.
To find out more about our top choice of evening dresses at Jasper Conran London, you can browse our previous guide here.
