We’d never suggest that you try to steal the bride’s thunder on her special day, but in these dresses, you just might. Here are some of our top picks to make you the best dressed guest at the wedding:
A Headturner for an Evening Affair
This red lace maxi by Beulah makes a statement the second you enter a room. While still a tasteful and delicate choice, the scarlet hue gives the lace a little extra firepower. Feel confident knowing that this dress skims your curves for a flattering fit without feeling constricted.The black ribbon belt gives your waist definition as the skirt flares out. Kick up your (matching black) heels and give yourself over to the spirit of celebration. You may have to be dragged off the dance floor.
Genteel Drama for Daytime
This eyelet maxi by Gretchen Scott proves that you can have drama in the daytime. . . and pockets. The exquisite embroidery elevates the pink or periwinkle pastel and softens the navy. The white ribbon belt nips in the waist ever so slightly. The puffed flutter sleeves with eyelet cutouts are ideal for giving you a little bit of coverage while keeping the air flowing. Did we mention the pockets? A divine dress in which to celebrate any spring or summer nuptials.
Regal and Refined
You’ll look nothing short of regal in this face-framing ruffle neck dress by Gretchen Scott. The rich fucshia shade makes this the perfect wedding guest dress all year round. The stand-up collar can be customized to give you more or less of a vee in the front. The three quarter sleeves make this the perfect length for keeping you covered while the knee length is flattering for any shape. Adding a belt with a little glitz could take this look up a notch. Raise a glass because it’s also available in turquoise and black.
Polished, Feminine & Forgiving
A truly ladylike and forgiving design. A sweet ruffle detail surrounds the split mandarin collar. The puff sleeves have a slight billow that is captured by a ruffle of its own. Banding cinches the waist as the dress flares out into a tiered A-line shape with flounce hem. Charming but never saccharine. Available in red, hot pink, silver and royal blue.