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Your Wedding Guest Dress Shopping Problems, Solved – 11 Dresses For The Occasion

Proof that wedding guest dresses can be fashion-forward, too.
Your Wedding Guest Dress Shopping Problems, Solved – 11 Dresses For The Occasion
By Jamila Stewart · Updated August 8, 2022

Shopping, particularly online, serves as a fun past-time in many instances. In certain situations, though – think for birthdays, graduations, special vacations and job interviews – shopping is downright stressful. For example, no matter how many weddings you attend, shopping for the best wedding guest dress never seems to get any easier.

Over 90,000 people are expected to say their “I do’s” on October 22 this year (dubbed the most popular wedding date of 2022) according to The Knot Real Weddings Study, which means a good number of people will soon begin frantically scouring the internet for the best dress to celebrate their loved ones in (or someone else’s loved ones if you’ve received the honor of being a plus one). While choosing an ensemble for the night can be a tough call to make, it doesn’t have to be all that hard. As a rule of thumb, there are a few things you’ll want to consider when choosing your wedding guest dress, such as dress code, location and weather. But with semi-formal and casual dress codes earning spots as the top two most popular wedding dress codes, finding the option for you is often as easy as knowing where to look for the best styles brands are offering – which we happen to be pretty good at doing. Here’s 11 dresses to start with, below.

01
Michael Costello x REVOLVE Briggs Gown

This sleek gown comes with a durable double lining, and it’s boned under the surface for an extra snatched look.

Available at Revolve
298 Shop Now
02
Meshki Tyler Dress

This satin slip dress is equal parts elegant and effortless.

Available at Meshki
105 Shop Now
03
Baobab Ribera Maxi Dress

On the invitation list for a destination ceremony? This cut-out halter will complement the scenery like a dream.

Available at Baobab
320 Shop Now
04
Nasty Gal Sequin Detailed Angel Sleeve Maxi Dress

A bit of sparkle is fitting for the moment when you’re headed to a wedding reception where you know you’ll be dancing the night away.

Available at ASOS
102 Originally $204 Shop Now
05
River Island Green Sequin Halter Maxi Dress

Pair this dress with your favorite transparent lucite heels, and let it have its moment of shine.

Available at River Island
184 Originally $278 Shop Now
06
Diarrablu Lala Long Sleeve Wrap Dress

Turns out, you can do prints for weddings. If you want something that feels like the perfect blend of statement and subtle, go for a neutral-toned print, such as Diarrablu’s Lala dress.

Available at Nordstrom
195 Shop Now
07
Lavish Alice Pleated Off-Shoulder Satin Corset Mini Dress

With sharp pleats and artful draping, this mini dress is detailed to perfection.

Available at Neiman Marcus
210 Shop Now
08
Adogirl Sleeveless Ruffle Maxi Swing Dress

This whimsical silhouette is perfect for a day when you need to put on your best casual-cute getup.

Available at Amazon
30 Shop Now
09
Ellames Pleated Spaghetti Strap Dress

This flirty mini is perfect for a day of celebrating love.

Available at Amazon
33 Shop Now
10
Andrea Iyamah Xena Maxi Dress

With drawstring elements, you can customize this cotton dress to your liking, and you’ll make a dramatic statement with its floor-sweeping hemline.

Available at Andrea Iyamah
394 Shop Now
11
Bardot Karlotta Slip Dress

This romantic silhouette is the only thing needed to zhuzh up a black maxi dress.

Available at Revolve
129 Shop Now

TOPICS:  fashion wedding guest style
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