Dresses to Wear to a Summer Wedding

Say “I do” to these summer wedding guest dresses.

23.05.23

By Lucy Mahoney

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Life is nothing without love. And wedding buffets. So now we’ve been given the green light to party and the stacks of invites are in the mail (or inbox, gen-Z’s), you’re gonna need something cute to wear. Panic not, we’re here with a debrief to help youfigure out what to wear to a summer wedding.

Just try not to outdo the bride, okay?

Long Sleeve Summer Wedding Guest Dresses

Dresses to sleeve them wanting more. For our ‘80s dreamers, we’ve got two words for you. Statement sleeves. This trend of the summer is here to stay and, trust us, she shines as the perfect summer wedding attire. We’re talking fun balloon sleeves, playful trumpet sleeves, and slinky bodycon sleeves for summer wedding guest dresses that are certain to turn heads.

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Polka Dot Print Pleated Maxi Dress
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Satin Embellished Leaf Cut Out Maxi Dress
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Ruffle Plunging Pleated Maxi Dress
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Plus Size Satin Wrap Midi Dress
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Floral Print Satin Cut-Out Maxi Dress
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Zebra Metallic Cut Out Maxi Dress
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Cowl Back Satin Wrap Maxi Dress
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Floral Metallic Ruched Bust Maxi Dress
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Tie Waist Tailored Blazer Dress
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Fold Over Bardot Long Sleeved Dress
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Marble Satin Long Sleeve Open Back Dress
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Satin Summer Wedding Guest Dresses

For the days all about love, what better to wear than a romantic satin slip dress. Think feminine silhouettes that skim your figure the way it deserves, hugging your best bits. Steal the hearts of the wedding party and team a strappy midi slip dress with stiletto heels and a dainty crossbody bag, summer wedding-approved. Or, rock a square neck satin slit dress, a dainty necklace, and a cozy scarf to wrap around those shoulders (which can also be used as a lasso on the dance floor, BTW). The satin dress is the ultimate summer wedding guest dress, perfect for going from the dancefloor to the photobooth.

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Satin V Neck Wrap Maxi Dress
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Satin V Neck Wrap Maxi Dress
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Diamante Satin Jacquard Drape Mini Dress
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Petite Satin Halterneck Maxi Dress
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Satin Lace Up One Shoulder Maxi Dress
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Plunge Neck Crinkle Satin Maxi Dress
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Plus Lace Trim Satin Maxi Dress
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Satin Halterneck Cut Out Maxi Dress
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Brushed Floral Satin Strappy Slip Dress
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Satin Tie Shoulder Bias Maxi Dress
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Satin Tie Shoulder Bias Maxi Dress
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Satin Tie Shoulder Cut Out Slip Dress
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Floral Print Satin Wrap Maxi Dress
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Maxi Summer Wedding Guest Dresses

It’s cool, we don’t need to be a bridesmaid. We can always rock a maxi wedding guest dress and feel like one anyway. These floor-length numbers crank up the dial on the self-confidence scale and have you questioning why you don’t wear gowns more often. Step into that summer wedding in a maxi spaghetti strap dress, with strappy heeled sandals and a stellar golden glow. Plus, as a non-bridesmaid, you can choose your style, so go as bodycon or flowy as you feel comfortable. Maxi dresses are always summer wedding guest outfit appropriate, so dress it up with a fascinator and glitzy clutch bag to add some personal style before you go.

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Pleated Bust Halter Cut Out Maxi Dress
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Abstract Print Satin Halterneck Cut Out Maxi Dress
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Floral Jacquard Wrap Plunge Maxi Dress
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Strappy Ruffle Abstract Metallic Maxi Dress
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One Shoulder Maxi Slip Dress
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Petite Floral Ruffle Front Maxi Dress
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Petite Angel Sleeve Metallic Maxi Dress
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Metallic Spot Angel Sleeve Maxi Dress
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Nasty Gal X Nick Fierro Tattoo Ruffle Maxi Dress
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Metallic Blurred Floral Open Back Maxi Dress
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Casual Summer Wedding Guest Dresses

For summer 2023, it’s all about the dresses you can wear time and time again. Enter casual wedding guest dresses. Not basic. Just versatile. These dresses can be dressed up with statement strappy heels for a stellar summer wedding guest outfit, or down with cowboy boots for a look that will see you through the warm weather, no matter where you’re headed. Rock a relaxed fit, backless maxi dress with a satin headscarf and open-toe heels. Perfect for those long wedding ceremonies where the AC’s a little lazy. Or, team a crochet mini dress with heeled ankle boots, comfy enough to keep you throwing shapes to Lionel Richie all. Night. Long.

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Animal Split Maxi Slip Dress
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Linen Smocked Babydoll Long Sleeve Mini Dress
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Crinkle Viscose Ruffle Maxi Beach Dress
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Satin V-Neck Ruched Mini Dress
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Sweetheart Neckline Animal Print Puff Sleeve Midi Dress
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Petite Marble Print Cowl Neck Mini Dress
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Flocked Mesh Cowl Neck Dress
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Lace Crew Neck Long Sleeve Mini Dress
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Metallic Floral Print Angel Sleeve Maxi Dress
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Floral Strappy Cold Shoulder Chiffon Mini Dress
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Black Wedding Guest Dresses

In our humble opinion, a stellar black summer cocktail dresses for weddings is seasonless. Stand out for all the right reasons and rock a sexy LBD with heels that add a pop of color. Or, wear a black loose-fit midi with a yellow purse brighter than that 2pm sun. Either way, you’re sure to bag yourself a groomsman or bridesmaid by the end of the night. A little unexpected for a summer wedding guest look? Maybe, but black gowns bring timeless glamour no matter the venue.

Catch the bouquet in style and check out our full selection of wedding guest dresses.

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Hammered Satin Cut Out Bias Midi Dress
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Cut Ties Cover-Up Midi Dress
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Plunging V-Neckline Split Midi Dress
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Petite Knot Front V Neck Mini Shirt Dress
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Satin V Neck Wrap Maxi Dress
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Double Layer Ribbed Halter Neck Midi Dress
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Plus Size Satin Wrap Midi Dress
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Foiled Spot Puff Sleeve Maxi Dress
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Satin Lace Insert Trapeze Maxi Dress
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If dresses aren’t your thing, or you’re looking for something a little more exciting than a classic summer wedding guest dress, check out our guide to alternative Wedding Guest Outfits.