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    27 Wedding Reception Dresses That Are So Pretty, It Hurts

    A gorgeous ceremony dress plus one of these beauties for dancing means you *can* have your cake and eat it, too!

    1. A knee-length fit and flare with cap sleeves and gorge handmade lace detailing that'll look like you bought it at a fancy bridal boutique.

    2. A lace-overlay dress for a ~sheerly gorgeous~ look you'll fall in love with... and then buy in all the colors for other people's weddings!

    3. A flapper-inspired number that'll have you partying like it's 1928 — pour that banned booze and dance the Charleston all night!

    4. A stretch-fit v-neck midi dress so you can take the ~plunge~ when you dive headfirst into the cake.

    5. A box-pleated swing dress available in two fabrics: a thicker one for cooler weather and a more dramatic drape, and a lighter one for mid-summer outdoor weddings.

    6. A fitted mini with a keyhole back so you look as polished as the gleaming silverware at your (painstakingly laid out) place settings.

    7. A v-front bodycon dress for a chic alternative to your pretty and poofy ceremony dress.

    8. A long-sleeve maxi that'll look gorgeous with velvet or faux fur accessories for a winter wedding.

    9. A backless fit-and-flare ***WITH POCKETS*** so you can stash your lipstick, a snack, and the hundreds of tissues you'll need for all those happy tears.

    10. A high-necked dress complete with tiers and tiers of fringe that'll look fabulous when you're grooving on the dance floor (those wedding photos are going to be 🔥).

    11. A sleeveless lace midi that'll have your guests shouting out compliments long before the DJ even plays "Shout."

    12. A blazer dress to show how well ~suited~ you are to each other.

    13. A long-sleeve sheath dress made with stretch lace so you can look entirely chic without *stretching* your budget.

    14. A simple triangle-top dress with adjustable straps (they tie in the back!) for a custom fit without the hassle of finding a tailor.

    15. A ruffle-and-eyelet midi at a price point so reasonable, you won't be mad if someone pops a bottle of bubbly and accidentally spritzes you. Bring on the champagne fountain!

    16. A minimalist dress that'll put the wedding bells in bell sleeve.

    17. A pleated chiffon gown so you'll look like the goddess you are.

    18. A simple and classic silk slip dress to let your accessories (or just your radiant smile) stand out.

    19. A strapless swing dress with a removable sheer overlay with a collar perfect for a retro-themed wedding. Maybe it'll be your ceremony *and* reception dress all in one!

    20. A broderie-inset maxi for a vintage-y and low-key look you dress up or down.

    21. A beachy backless maxi so your guests have something gorgeous to look at while you're dancing close with your honey.

    22. A breezy shift with a scarf-print tie in the back for anyone who doesn't want to completely forgo color.

    23. A spaghetti-strap maxi perfect if you love tulle but your wedding ceremony is simply too wide for cozying up to your new spouse during your first slow dance.

    24. An ivory satin number that'll look almost *too* lovely with other retro accessories (hello, birdcage veil!).

    25. A high-neck eyelash lace sheath no one will even *believe* you got on Amazon.

    26. A '60s-inspired skirt set embellished with pearl accents so you match the champagne during the toast.

    27. A shift mini with dramatic floral lace sleeves for a casual look that's still unique and special.

    Idk about you, but I might just buy these to hang around the house in.

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