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1. A V-neck number (with pockets!!) to add a touch of sophistication to every wedding you attend. Whether it's black tie or an elopement celebration at a bar, this is the dress you're gonna want on your bod.
This dress is made with Studio Refined Crepe woven fabric: it's stretchy, wrinkle resistance, and stays looking prisitne long after the party is over. It's also machine washable! Just wash it on cold and tumble dry on low.
Get it from Torrid for $79.90 (available in sizes 10–30 and two colors).
2. A form-fitting sheath dress for folks who love workin' some asymmetrical elegance.
3. A silky chic maxi that'll seamlessly glide across your body as you show off your slow dance skills on the dance floor.
Promising review: "This dress has an Old Hollywood glam [look]. I bought it to wear to a wedding. I got compliments all night on what an amazing dress it was. I love how the sleeves flutter over the arms to provide coverage without being restrictive. The front does fall open a bit, so no full coverage bras, but I didn't find it overly immodest. All in all, an amazing dress!" —Legaldiva
Get it from Eloquii for $119.95 (available in sizes 14–22 and five colors).
4. A one-shoulder cocktail dress with a surprisingly sturdy material sure to perfectly hug your curves long after the I Dos are over.
Promising review: "When I saw the stock photo of this dress on the model, I ordered it and said, "Well, we'll see! Haha!" But the minute I tried it on, I was so happy with it! I needed something kinda dressy but kinda casual/comfortable for an anniversary trip, and this was perfect. It's a stretchy material, so it hugged all the right places. I have a very small bust, so with the fabric flap, I was able to go braless which was a huge plus. I received so many compliments on it. Great buy for the price." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in sizes S–XXL and 10 other colors).
5. An off-the-shoulder black formal dress — the stretchy polyester material is gonna be comfortable, and breathable, all day long...even if the ceremony takes your breath away.
Promising review: "This dress is amazing! Great price, amazing color, and just the right length! I probably could have gone down a size given the amount of stretch, but I am not disappointed in the fit! I will for sure be using this again." —Lauren
"Absolutely loved this dress! I received lots of compliments. For the price, it’s a simple yet nice dress that doesn’t look too cheaply made. Be aware: it’s not short-person-friendly, so get some heels or a seamstress! (needed both in my case —I’m 5’2 and with 3-inch heels I still had to have it shortened a bit). Can’t wait to wear it again!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $49.99+ (available in sizes XS–XXL and two styles).
6. A rhinestone mini for showing you belong at your edgiest friend's wedding. Or any wedding. This dress is a showstopper that should be out and about as much as you are!
Get it on sale from Free People for $249.95 (originally $340; available in sizes XS–XL and two colors).
7. An eyelet midi that'll be both comfortable and chic, making it the perfect choice for a laid-back, outdoor wedding.
Promising review: "This dress is so cute! I really had doubts when I ordered it. But it fit so well. I ordered a small. I had a tad bit of room in the waist, but it fit perfectly in the chest. The material was softer than I expected, especially after steaming it. I liked it so much that I ordered it in baby blue!" —Gayla M.
Get it from Amazon for $37.38+ (available in sizes S–XL and 22 colors).
8. A sleeveless bodycon sure to prove that when it comes to a sophisticated silhouette, less is so often much much more.
Promising review: "I NEVER write reviews, but this dress is worth the review! I’m a month post-postpartum and it doesn’t even look that way when I’m in this dress. The way the dress is made is so perfect and the material is better than what I was expecting. It has the fitted look that I wanted! It’s definitely worth every penny!" —Patty Cunningham
Get it from Amazon for $32.99 (available in sizes S–XL and 13 colors).
9. A tie-front dress that's totally gonna turn heads. Get ready to fall in love, because once you put this on you're gonna be ~tied~ to this piece until death do you part.
Reviewers recommend using adhesive bras and double-sided fashion tape over traditional bras while wearing this dress. The material isn't see through, so braless and flawless works too!
Promising review: "Super cute and great style for the price. May take a couple times to tie a pretty bow and get ‘everything’ where it needs to be, but the tie is generous for larger busts and the smocked back allows for less or more stretch depending on bust size, so that’s a plus! Really cute and comfortable to wear. You could easily pair with a lace sports bra for more modesty or a bandeau style top even." —J. Rice
Get it from Amazon for $31.96 (available in sizes S–XL and 35 styles).
10. A mesh top number you can be certain will make a bold statement at the ceremony thanks to its daring design.
You can machine was this dress, just be sure to keep it on cold! It's made with Cupro knit fabric (meaning it's super soft with a suede-touch and naturally wrinkle resistant).
Get it on sale from Torrid for $23.99 (originally $75.50; available in sizes 10–30).
11. A lace black mermaid formal dress — with its figure-hugging fit and intricate lace detailing, this stunner is sure to impress at any wedding you've got coming up.
Promising review: "I wore this dress for my wedding and everyone thought I had spent thousands of dollars on the dress. I added a little waist belt and it looked adorable! It was honestly beautiful, and the fabric is very stretchy so it will fit if you order your correct size for sure!" —Crissy
Get it from Amazon for $31.97+ (available in sizes S–XXL and eight colors).
12. A ruffled number you're gonna feel extra confident and glamorous in. That fluttering cut is an attention-grabbing detail worth rockin'.
This dress was designed by Lioness, an Australian brand specializing in sexy, sultry apparel. It's made of 88% nylon and 12% spandex, so be sure to hand wash it.
Get it from Urban Outfitters for $89 (available in sizes XS–XXL and two colors).
13. A retro cap-sleeve dress — a quirky, cute option for wedding guests who plan on spending all night twirling on the dance floor.
Promising review: "I love the dress! Hardly any wrinkles straight out of the bag too. This is such a simple and cute dress that is perfect for spring and summer!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $35.69 (available in sizes XS–3X and 41 colors).
14. A sheer stunner with delicate layers and subtle details that just might make *you* feel like a princess on your friend's special day. Nothing wrong with that!
15. A strappy number (with pocketssss) — the perfect, versatile choice for any wedding thanks to its simple yet sophisticated design and fun, fluttering fit.
Promising review: "I ordered this for a wedding I was attending. This dress is definitely one of my favorites, and it was so comfortable! Don’t forget – the dress has pockets!! The fabric was on the thicker side which makes it feel well made, without being bulky. I especially loved how the top of the dress on the back goes from a high-low position (very feminine and unique). I received many compliments on my dress!" —Jackie
Get it from Amazon for $41.90 (available in sizes XS–XL and 22 colors).
16. A velvet tunic dress you'll wanna wear to botanicall the weddings you attend.
Promising review: "LOVE the dress! I purchased it with very low expectation as it is priced inexpensively. Turns out it is actually a nice dress! It is thick, not see- through at all, and does not feel cheap. The sleeves were intact and the pearls were nice. I ended up wearing it to a wedding — when my husband saw it he was quite impressed and even asked me what we paid for it, he couldn't believe it! Totally worth buying, great piece to add to your closet." —Josie Catrox
Get it from Amazon for $25.99 (available in sizes XS–XXL and seven colors).
17. A formal black spaghetti strap dress with an easy-to-wear style and lightweight fabric that's sure to be a timeless choice for any wedding.
Promising review: "It's the perfect, simple black dress that every woman needs in her closet! Very cheap price, excellent quality, gorgeous look, and very comfortable! I have worn it for different occasions, and every time I wear it, it looks like a different dress. I wore it with different colored blazers, belts, shoes, sandals, and accessories. Trust me ladies, this dress is the perfect black dress for any occasion! You won't regret it!" —Clara
Get it from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in sizes S–XL and eight colors).
18. A ruched mini you'll feel comfortable *and* stylish in. The form-hugging fabric and angled cut are a killer-cute combo.
Promising review: "This dress was bought last-minute and I was hoping it would look good. I was very much PLEASED by the way it fit!!! It’s a very nice material, looks fancy, and is wedding guest appropriate! I am a bit short, so I was hoping it wouldn’t fit too long and the length was great! It’s warm, so good for outside venues during late summer/fall events. It runs just a tiny bit big, but go with your true size in case you’re going to be dancing so the length will be good on you. Just keep in mind this dress does stain, so careful when you throw it in the wash!! Other than that this is a 10/10!!!" —Daniela Lara
Get it from Amazon for $45.99+ (available in sizes XS–XL and six colors).
19. A mesh puff sleeve black formal dress sure to make you look like the glamorous, A-lister you are. You KNOW you got your wedding invite early.
Promising review: "This dress says so much without saying a lot! Simple but definitely beautiful! The see-through arms give it just a bit of a pop. One of my favorite dresses!" —Mrs. Brown
Get it from Amazon for $30.99+ (available in sizes S–XXL and four colors).
20. A simple V-neck sleeveless black formal dress — the timeless elegance of this black dress is perfect for a formal wedding.
Promising review: "I had been looking at similar dresses that were twice the price from other sites and decided to gamble on this one for half the price. It was SO worth it! The dress is great quality, has double-lined thick material, and fit like a glove. I shortened the straps a little, which was easy to do the way the straps are, and did not have to hem it. I got so many compliments on this dress." —Bove Family
Get it from Amazon for $46.99+ (available in sizes XS–XXL and seven colors).
21. A bubble dress perfectly meshing a classic black dress with a modern twist. Don't burst your own bubble. Get this quick before it's sold out!
Get it from Anthropologie for $170 (available in sizes XXS–XL and two colors).
22. A lantern-sleeve choice that'll have you looking like a dang dream all day long.
Promising reviews: "Love the way the fabric feels, and it's so comfortable because there is enough stretch, and it's not binding in areas. I plan on wearing it to a fall wedding! Love it!" —Becky Caulkins
"Everything about this dress is perfect. The compliments I received the entire night were amazing. Will definitely try another color. I love it." —Soledad/Fidel
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in sizes L–5XL).
23. A bodycon beauty sure to have you positively dripping with that Vampira desire...which is a great wedding look. I'm sure of it.
Promising review: "This dress was better then I would have imagined! The material is thick and of great quality with some soft padding for your breasts. I chose to order this dress at the last minute for a wedding I had to attend just three days later and I am so pleased that I did. I would definitely recommend it!" —Calvin
Get it from Amazon for $40.99 (available in sizes S–XXL and nine colors).
24. And finally, a bow train stunner — a standout choice for those who know there's no such thing as overdressing when there's a celebration to be had.
Promising review: "I have had my eye on this dress for months for my bridal shower and I finally bought it. The bow is stunning and you can't find anything like it anywhere. It is an absolutely gorgeous dress. I am reordering a size up. If you're not very busty you might be okay with your normal size." —Ann96
Get it from Anthropologie for $298 (available in sizes 0–18, 16–26W, and six colors).
Happy wedding season one and all!
