I’ve planned weddings for more than a decade, and my favorite season for events is always the spring. Weddings move outside, color palettes are filled with pastels, and guests seem more eager than ever to celebrate their loved ones. Although I enjoy just about everything a spring wedding day has to offer, one of my favorite things to do is to admire all of the great wedding guest dresses. After constantly asking where pieces are from, I’ve learned a secret over the years: Amazon is one of the best places to score under-$50 dresses, and the retailer is, yet again, brimming with options.
Weddings are fun yet pricey to attend, but you can always keep your costs in check by finding a great wedding guest dress on sale. Amazon is a treasure trove of popular finds that range from co*cktail-length frocks to beautiful evening gowns that almost always look far more expensive than their price tags. Because there’s an endless amount of dresses at Amazon that fit the bill for spring weddings, I decided to comb through hundreds of finds in order to bring you the 15 dresses you should definitely consider.
Deciding what to wear to a wedding with a semi-formal request can feel tricky, but a dress just like this one is on-point. The floor length gives it a dressier feel, while the flutter sleeves, smocking, and tiers add flair. The light purple shade is a favorite for spring, but you can also choose from 17 other options in sizes S to XXL. And keep in mind that this dress is ideal if you’re shopping for something to wear for Easter, too.
Grace Karin V-Neck Faux Wrap Ruffle co*cktail Dress
I’m a sucker for ruffles because I think they immediately make a dress feel more special, and I haven’t stopped thinking about this style since I found it. The faux wrap and the soft floral pattern are two other eye-catching details, and I think so many people will appreciate the adjustable belt that allows you to find your perfect fit. You can choose from 14 colors and patterns (the pink is another beautiful shade) in sizes S to XXL, and you should keep this dress on your radar for tented, backyard, and beach celebrations. Plus, it’s a great bridesmaid’s style if you’re able to choose your own dress.
No matter the wedding’s dress code, you can never go wrong with lace—and I can’t believe this dress is on sale for $34. It’s available in sizes S to XL in a whopping 19 colors, including perennial favorites like navy and black, and it’s one that’s as appropriate for a bridesmaid as it is for a mother of the bride or groom. Thanks to its appeal, the machine-washable dress is a best-seller in Amazon’s Women’s co*cktail Dresses category with 14,300 perfect ratings and 3,500 five-star reviews. “This dress was everything I wanted and more for a formal wedding. It was flattering, it fit well, and it was the perfect length,” shared one five-star reviewer, adding, “I would buy this dress in all the colors if I had multiple weddings to attend.”
If you’re hoping to receive lots of compliments about your dress, this style is the one to wear. The ties at the shoulders and at the waist are what make the dress stand out, and the midi length with the ruffle hem and side slit make it feel flirty, too. Because of the smocking in the back, keep this dress at the ready for co*cktail, semi-formal, and destination soirees rather than black-tie fetes. And definitely add it to your list of bridesmaid’s dress possibilities! The sky blue is my favorite, but you can also order it in 22 other options, which range from soft pastels to classic neutrals, in sizes S to XL.
I always notice dresses with patterns, and this floral frock is one worth nothing. It’s quietly on sale for just $40 with a double-discount, and it comes in an impressive 30 colors and floral patterns. The one-shoulder detailing helps this dress to feel different from the rest, and the tiers make it a little less formal and ideal for semi-formal, co*cktail, backyard, and beach weddings. One shopper spoke to the “super flattering” dress’ versatility when they said that they’ve worn it for “wedding showers, Easter, cruises, Christmas photos, and more.”
As spring gets even closer, the prices on these dresses will absolutely go up. So, shop for your spring wedding guest dress now while you can score an excellent deal at Amazon. With such great discounts to discover, you might even find a few extra dresses for summertime bashes, too.
If the wedding dress code is casual, that means you can wear a more informal dress, like a sundress or shirt dress. You still want to look nice, but you don't have to wear anything too fussy. Cute floral prints and breezy lightweight fabrics are fantastic for this dress code.
Women wedding guests should wear full-length dresses, be it a ballgown, a sheath or an A-line dress. High heels are strongly recommended. Feel free to accessorize with opulent jewelry and even elbow-length white silk gloves.
However, in today's modern-day age, wearing black to a wedding is completely acceptable, and in many cases, it's even encouraged. “Black is often considered the most formal, polished, and flattering color,” explains wedding expert Ashley Smith.
Simply put, women should wear a formal, floor-length evening gown—no exceptions—with jewelry, heels, and an elegant clutch. Men are required to wear a tuxedo with tails, a formal white shirt, a vest, a bow tie, white or gray gloves, and formal footwear, such as derby shoes or oxfords.
Using a color palette of pinks, oranges, gold, green creates a romantic and timeless look for years to come. The subtle shade variations with gold accents creates a warm and inviting ambiance, perfect for a spring wedding celebration.
If the dress code is a bit more casual, you might opt for a mini dress—especially if you'll be outdoors in a warm weather destination. Even in a shorter party dress, you'll look elegant and wedding appropriate in any of these styles. A mini dress is easy to pack and even easier to rewear than longer, more formal gowns.
Wrap dresses are classic, flattering, and incredibly versatile. Best of all, they are perfect for older women. This silhouette does not show much skin but it does not hide the shape completely.
Neutral shades are timeless options that won't detract from the wedding's formal atmosphere. For a more colorful look, consider wearing shades of blue, lavender, or pink to show that you're in the celebratory spirit. If the wedding is in a tropical destination, opt for colors like yellow, orange, and green.
The most widely used color for wedding dresses includes white, ivory, cream, champagne, and silver. These colors are timeless and classic and look good on most skin tones. The traditional wedding dress color is white, which stands for innocence, purity, and love.
Unless you're the bride, wearing a white dress to a wedding is (still) a major faux pas. Leave all white, ivory, and champagne-hued shades alone, unless the invitation specifically designates an all-white dress code.
According to the experts, the average wedding gift amount hovers right around $100 to $150, though that can increase or decrease based on how close you are to the couple and whether or not you're attending with a plus one.
As long as the event calls for a particular level of formality and you won't upstage the couple or the wedding party, it's safe to wear black to the wedding.
I have advised readers that while bare legs are fine even at the most formal events, hosiery also is perfectly acceptable as long as it's skin tone and sheer. I've just returned from a wedding where I wore my new bargain ($10!)
I think if it's an afternoon wedding or outdoors, black opaque tights can be totally fine if it's the right dress of course because that's a more dressy casual time frame. Pair it with a closed toe shoe that's black as well to continue that vertical visual line as well so you don't look choppy.
The staff suggests that if a wedding is taking place at 4 p.m. or 5 p.m., you should wear something that easily transitions from day to night; any ceremony after 6 p.m. should be strictly co*cktail.
Though it's technically OK to wear black at any time of the day, Aleece says it's better suited for late afternoon and evening weddings in the fall and winter, along with formal and black tie weddings in the early spring.
Not only are there more colors and prints to choose from—florals, linen and lightweight cottons are suddenly weather- and season-appropriate fabrics and motifs once again—it also feels like you have more options when it comes to embellishment and accessories.
Semi-formal or dressy casual attire falls somewhere in between formal and casual styles, offering flexibility for different events. For men, think a smart shirt paired with dress pants or chinos, maybe even skipping the tie. Women can go for a chic dress, stylish separates, or a trendy jumpsuit.
It's best to keep the fit sleek and non-distracting. Casual does not mean denim, but rather outdoors. Therefore, a light and romantic colored dress or floral print with a classic wedge would be a perfect match here. I am sharing 5 of my favorite trends I like to shop and rent wedding guest dresses from.
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