Summer wedding season is officially upon us, and this year, I’m lucky enough to be going to one in Europe. To say I’m excited would be a dramatic understatement—I’m truly counting down the days. The dress code is formal, and while some formal dress codes can feel limiting, Europe tends to have more fun with fashion generally. Plus, the directive for this particular wedding is bold. The bride said color, prints, sequins, and drama are all welcome—which is music to my fashion-editor ears.
Since I’m able to have a bit more fun with my dress this time, I set out in search of the best dresses the internet has to offer. I was met with dozens of chic options and am honestly having a hard time narrowing it down. Thankfully, I have until August to make the final call, but I have a feeling most of these will start selling out quickly. I can’t be the only one in the market for dresses right now, so I’m sharing the options I currently have saved. From romantic necklines to open backs and structured silhouettes, below are 30 stunning wedding guest dresses I’m considering for my upcoming European ceremony.
Christopher Esber
Molded Venus Dress
A true work of art.
Maygel Coronel
Mulett Ruched Jersey Maxi Dress
Obsessed is an understatement.
Anna October X J.crew
V-Neck Slip Dress
This collab is so good.
L’Academie By Marianna
Thylane Gown
I can’t resist an open back.
Shona Joy
La Lune Ruched Halter Maxi Dress
Butter yellow is the color of summer ’24.
SAU LEE
Noah Gown
What a neckline.
Cinq à Sept
Jenna Gown
So romantic.
LIONESS
Field of Dreams Dress
This silhouette is so flattering.
Cult Gaia
Charlique Dress
Cult Gaia just gets it.
Reformation
Ronda Silk Dress
A stunning color.
Rodarte
Ribbon-Detailed Silk-Crepe Maxi Dress
My dream dress.
Norma Kamali
Diana Gown
I love the ruched details on this one.
MANGO
Asymmetrical Floral Dress
The perfect summer print.
Anna October
Áine Bow-Detailed Cutout Satin Maxi Dress
Black tie appropriate.
Amanda Uprichard
Ivy Dress
More yellow!
Cinq à Sept
Kaleb Gown
Sure to garner compliments.
Bronx and Banco
Dahlia Maxi Dress
Anna October
Tulip Satin Maxi Dress
I think about this dress regularly.
Sau Lee
Brandi Gown
A perfect summer hue.
Reformation
Daniela Silk Dress
So sophisticated.
retrofête
Boa Dress
The life of the party.
Reformation
Marguerite Silk Dress
Immediately yes.
Camila Coelho
Luiza Sequin Maxi Dress
Florals and sequins? Yes, please.
SAU LEE
Esther Gown
Chic is the only word that comes to mind.
Bec + Bridge
Moondance Strapless Dress
Wait until you see the back.
Norma Kamali
Turtleneck Strapless Fishtail Gown
Reformation
Frankie Dress
SAU LEE
Pearl Gown
Everything about this.
MANGO
Asymmetrical Pleated Dress
The red trend is still going strong.
V. Chapman
Charlotte Corset Gown
I picture this at a chic château.
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