As if wedding dress codes weren't complicated enough (co*cktail! black tie! creative formal! "snappy casual"! sheesh!) the summer months bring their own nuptial fashion quandaries. How breezy will it be at a beach wedding? Will you need a sleeve for sun protection at the garden wedding? What dress won't take up all the space in your carry-on for the destination wedding? Whatever considerations your particular set of wedding invites bring this season, we've tracked down the perfect wedding guests dresses to meet all of your needs.
Slinky Sophistication
The Reformation Ronda Silk Dress
Slinky Sophistication
The Reformation Ronda Silk Dress
An artful drape and body-skimming silk makes this full length gown effortlessly elegant for a more formal fete. While we're partial to this oversized floral for summer, it's also available in sage, buttery yellow, and ivory.
For a co*cktail Dress Code
Catalina Fit & Flare co*cktail Dress
For a co*cktail Dress Code
Catalina Fit & Flare co*cktail Dress
A bold, tangerine shade gives this dress maximum impact (though if orange isn't your go-to, the style is also available in 14 other shades to perfectly suit your look.) Bonus: it even comes with pockets to keep all of those wedding day essentials close at hand.
Formal Florals
Hutch Guthrie Sleeveless Floral V-Neck Side-Slit Satin Maxi Dress
Formal Florals
Hutch Guthrie Sleeveless Floral V-Neck Side-Slit Satin Maxi Dress
For a buttoned-up affair, this black and white dress manages to look sophisticated while still bringing a splash of fun via the graphic floral pattern.
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In every wardrobe there exists a dress that can be worn to any occasion depending on the jewelry and shoes paired with it. This one-shouldered lilac number can easily dress up with a pair of heels and some glitzy baubles, or can be toned down to a striking yet versatile everyday dress with sneakers and a cardigan.
Doen is a long-time T&C editor favorite, and for a wedding guest look with a bit of flounce, you simply can't do better than this puff-sleeved lace confection. The smocked body offers a flattering fit, and the construction makes it perfectly femme.
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For a Tropical Setting
Farm Rio Off-white flowerful birds maxi dress
For a Tropical Setting
Farm Rio Off-white flowerful birds maxi dress
For a breezy outdoor wedding, this elegantly tiered dress done in a classic blue and white scheme brings the timeless vibes, while the mixtures of florals, bird print, and geometric elements adds a sense of modernism and play.
The perfect mix of summery and sophisticated, this draped, sage green mini dress meshes luxe and fun flawlessly.
There's glamour and then there's low-key-rich-bitch-glamour and this knit dress falls squarely in the category of the latter.
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Perfect for a breezy beachside affair, this gold frock gives easy glamour. All you need is a raffia accessory and oversized shades for the ceremony.
For Destination Weddings
J.Crew Gwyneth slip dress in stripe luster charmeuse
For Destination Weddings
J.Crew Gwyneth slip dress in stripe luster charmeuse
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A J.Crew slip dress will never let you down. Available in more than half a dozen shades and patterns, you can dress it up, dress it down, and wear it positively everywhere—perfect for a carry-on only destination wedding.
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For Outdoor Weddings
Lulus Most Beautiful Day Purple Multi Floral Print Organza Maxi Dress
For Outdoor Weddings
Lulus Most Beautiful Day Purple Multi Floral Print Organza Maxi Dress
For that wedding where you need to look absolutely stunning, even though you're not in the bridal party, we give you this strapless floral gown.
Flirty Florals
Helsi Audrey Square-Neck Floral Applique Sheer Midi Dress
Flirty Florals
Helsi Audrey Square-Neck Floral Applique Sheer Midi Dress
When you can't decide between mini and midi, this flower embellished dress—available in both forget-me-knot blue and lilac-pink—gives you the best of both worlds.
Lauren Hubbard
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Lauren Hubbard is a freelance writer and Town & Country contributor who covers beauty, shopping, entertainment, travel, home decor, wine, and co*cktails.