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33 Gorgeous Summer Wedding Guest Dresses for Any Dress Code
From cocktail to casual, we got you.
Summer is undoubtedly one of the most popular seasons to get hitched—and for good reason! The weather is (usually) nice and people tend to have more time for travel. Plus, the colors of summer are next-level (no offense to fall). Because of this, it's likely you have a stack of invites piled miles high—without enough dresses to wear to each ceremony. Lucky for you, though, we've got you covered.
Of course, there are definitely a few directives attached to wedding attire. No matter the dress code (whether it's cocktail, black tie, casual, etc.), stay away from white. It's kinda the biggest ~what not to wear at a wedding~ rule, okay? If you wanna go to the opposite end of the shade spectrum and wear black, you're usually fine—but it really depends on the hosts. When in doubt, ask! You also want to avoid over-the-top 'fits that take away attention from the couple getting married. After all, it's their day—not yours.
This doesn't mean you can't wear a seriously gorgeous outfit, though! Maybe there's a couple people on the guest list who you wanna impress. Or, perhaps you're hoping to snag some cute pics for your IG feed. Either way, you're gonna want to shop these 33 maxis, midis, and minis for all the upcoming ceremonies. Who knew summer wedding guest dresses could be so dang stunning?!
If you're looking for something lightweight that'll be easy to wear throughout the day, then I suggest going for this playful dress from ELLIATT.
Lulus Dreamy Romance Forest Green Backless Maxi Dress
Lulus Dreamy Romance Forest Green Backless Maxi Dress
Can we please talk about this iconic leg slit? For those hoping to impress someone at the ceremony, this beaut is ready for ya.
Campbell Fern Slip Midi Dress
This stunning dress is perfect for a destination wedding, no? Pair it with a dainty necklace and strappy heels for a chic look.
Song of Style Pluto Mini Dress
Song of Style Pluto Mini Dress
Halter neck dresses are having a moment—and this pink mini is further proof why.
Eloquii Full Maxi Dress
This bright orange frock will have you rivaling the sun's rays.
Wray Marais Dress Sangria Gingham
Is there anything more summery than gingham? This lavender maxi is ideal for an outdoor ceremony.
Aritzia Dreamweaver Dress
Tell me this delicate, dusty gray dress isn't something straight out of a romcom. If you're looking for a neutral look that's not black or white, this number is for you.
Re Ona Off Shoulder Dress Black
Re Ona Off Shoulder Dress Black
This off-shoulder dress is a serious show-stopper.
The Line By K Petra Dress
Do yourself a favor and snag this backless number for any wedding you have coming up. The blue hue is great for the season, too.
GANNI Baroque Print Asymmetrical Shirt Dress
GANNI Baroque Print Asymmetrical Shirt Dress
The best wedding dresses are the ones you can repurpose to wear again and again. This piece is the perfect balance of casual and formal.
LULUS Tranquil State Tie Dye Satin Midi Dress
LULUS Tranquil State Tie Dye Satin Midi Dress
Calling all tie-dye fans! We found your match made in heaven. And can we also talk about how elegant the cowl neckline is on this?!
NBD Paradisco Mini Dress
NBD Paradisco Mini Dress
You can easily dress this number up or down depending on where the location of the wedding is. At a courthouse? Slip on some chic sandals. Or if it's at a fancy venue, bring out le pumps.
NA-KD Reborn Overlap Tie Short Dress Black
NA-KD Reborn Overlap Tie Short Dress Black
You can never go wrong with a long-sleeve wrap dress. If you're trying to keep it relatively casual, a simple option like this is a go-to.
TBH, this dress deserves to be displayed at The Met. If you want to look like a gorgeous art piece, you've gotta snag this corset dress.
Princess Polly Danny Mini Dress Orange
Princess Polly Danny Mini Dress Orange
Step out of your comfort zone with this bold orange mini. (And if you thought the actual design on this was the star of the show, you've got to see the strappy back.)
If the dress code requires you to be more conservative with your 'fit, this short-sleeve dress is the way to go.
ASTR the label Gaia Sleeveless Midi Slip Dress
ASTR the label Gaia Sleeveless Midi Slip Dress
It's giving fairytale! It's giving enchanted forest! It's giving princess! Seriously, this slip dress is so dreamy.
MAJORELLE Tabitha Midi Dress
MAJORELLE Tabitha Midi Dress
When an animal print dress is as stunning as this one, you can totally wear it to a summer wedding.
Asos Curve Shirred Tiered Maxi Dress
Asos Curve Shirred Tiered Maxi Dress
I can only imagine how fun it will be to twirl around on the dance floor in this dress. Emerald green is a fantastic color for a wedding guest dress, too.
Lulus Tulip Mini Dress
Lulus Tulip Mini Dress
A short satin option like this works great on days when it's seriously scorching.
Megan Uy is the assistant shopping editor at Cosmopolitan, where she searches for the best products in all things fashion, home, beauty, sex, gifts, and more, so you don’t have to. When she’s not writing for the site, she’s whipping up some cool and trendy content for the fashion section of the print magazine. She’s been with the brand since 2019 (when she was an itty-bitty editorial fellow), and she's also written for Delish, House Beautiful, and People. Follow her on Instagram to get some BTS of the editor life and chaotic NYC content. Also, feel free to hit her up if you ever wanna discuss the madness that is TikTok.
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