18 Effortless and Chic Casual Summer Wedding Guest Dresses
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The invitation’s arrived, the season’s heating up—and now comes the real question: what to wear. Not just any dress, of course, but something that feels just right. Light and breathable, flattering without trying too hard, and polished enough for a beautiful afternoon celebration that stretches wonderfully into the late evening hours.
Maybe it’s a garden ceremony. Maybe it’s a rooftop with skyline views. Whatever the setting, you’ll want a look that moves with ease and carries a hint of romance. Below, you’ll find a collection of summer wedding guest dresses that do exactly that—elegant, modern, and made for making memories in the sunshine season.
Aje Reflection Tiered Ruffled Plissé-Crepe Mini Dress
Aje’s ‘Reflection’ dress is cut from plissé-crepe that cascades through the body in tiers, with a deep V-neckline that is mirrored at the back.
Ulla Johnson Evie Floral-Print Satin Maxi Dress
Ulla Johnson’s ‘Evie’ dress is detailed with lattice stitching. Made from bias-cut satin and printed with flowers with cross-over straps at the low, open back.
& Other Stories Floral-Appliqué Maxi Dress
Maxi strap dress featuring a square neckline, and sheer layers embellished with a red floral print.
Saloni Renee Printed Silk-Satin Gown
Printed with vibrant flowers and cut from lustrous silk-satin. Features a gathered bust and streamlining seams.
A&F Giselle Drop-Waist Mesh Maxi Dress
Flattering maxi dress in our stretch-enhanced mesh fabric, featuring a dropped waist, off-the-shoulder detail and a pleated skirt.
Kika Vargas Bel Appliquéd Ruffled Floral-Print Hammered-Crepe Maxi Dress
This dress is cut from floral-print hammered-crepe and traced with flower-shaped appliqués and flouncy ruffles under the bust.
L’Academie Avalon Maxi Dress
A best seller in sage green, satin jacquard fabric.
Hill House Home The Fleur Midi Dress
The perfect summer halter dress. The halter neck features functional ties and creates a flattering, subtle square neckline.
Maygel Coronel Celosía One-Shoulder Appliquéd Stretch-Jersey Midi Dress
Dotted with 3D florals along the slim straps, it has a one-shoulder design that hugs your curves before falling to a straight skirt.
Giambattista Valli Cold-Shoulder Gathered Crepe Gown
Designed with an artfully gathered bodice that highlights the bust and draws the eye inward. It’s made from pink crepe and has a cold-shoulder neckline and smooth, figure-skimming skirt.
Amur Sophia Gown
Midweight chiffon fabric with ruffled trim, made of 100% recycled polyester.
Staud Joy Maxi Dress
Crafted of a cotton blend, Staud’s Joy sleeveless maxi dress is styled with a scoopneck and adjustable spaghetti straps.
J. Crew Collection Ruffle-Trim Dress in Chiffon
Ruffle details under the bust and long straps that drape down the back. Crafted from floaty, subtly sheer chiffon.
Fait par Foutch Charlotte Polka-Dot Cotton-Blend Dress
Sustainably sourced and reclaimed vintage materials.
The A&F Julia Strapless Slip Maxi Dress
Flattering strapless maxi slip dress in our silky soft satin fabric with thigh-high slit detail.
Ulla Johnson Eve Embellished Silk-Chiffon Midi Dress
Hand-embellished with clusters of paillettes and beads that resemble tiny flowers. Made from flowy silk-chiffon and has lace-up ties at the back to adjust the fit.
Savoir Collection Flared Midi Dress
This powder blue midi dress has a structured corset-like bodice that shapes into a voluminous puff skirt built up by tulle layers. Featuring thin spaghetti straps that can be removed for an optional bandeau look. Finished with a concealed zipper and dual tie bows at the back.
Soraiya Knit Dress by Cult Gaia
3D tonal floral patterns with detachable and adjustable shoulder straps.
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