Best wedding guest dresses 2024
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Omnes Evaline one shoulder dress in magenta

We’ve recently created a whole round-up of our fave cut-out dresses and this new Omnes style is going straight to the top spot. In a beaut magenta hue, this asymmetric maxi is a great last-minute option for a summer wedding.
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Warehouse Bright Floral Print Puff Sleeve V Neck Dress

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We love the ‘80s inspired puff sleeves on this statement floral dress from Warehouse. We’ll be taking styling cues from the brand and pairing ours with bright blue accessories. A match made in wedding guest heaven!
3
& Other Stories Bow-Detailed Mini Dress

Proving you can wear a mini as a wedding guest, this new A-line number from & Other Stories features a statement bow and halterneck. The tiered silhouette is comfy and breezy – perf for hot summer nuptials.
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4
Mint Velvet Lilac gathered bodice midi dress

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Purples are everywhere this szn, and we’re not mad about it. Tap into the violet trend with this lilac Mint Velvet wedding dress. The delicate pleated details make it look hella expensive, no?
5
Damson Madder Oceanus slip dress

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Trust Damson Madder to create the cool girl’s answer to wedding guest dresses. Perfect for whimsical, countryside affairs, this sage green slip dress is finished with pretty embroidered roses and feminine ruffles.
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Omnes Iris maxi dress in light blue

If you love a slip dress but you’re afraid to go braless, Omnes has got you sorted: the wider straps on this jacquard gown offer a touch more coverage. We’ll be wearing ours with denim jackets or cropped knits post wedding-day.
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7
Cos Pleated racer back pleated maxi dress

We’re loving that sportier, racerback dress styles are now totally acceptable for wedding guests. Trust us, they are a real godsend for those who can’t forgo a bra at parties.
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Omnes Uma one shoulder dress in lemon yellow

We’ve spotted so many wedding guests in beautiful pastel lemon shades this bridal szn, and we’re big fans.
9
Anthropologie One-shoulder satin maxi slip dress

This burnt orange shade will never not be gorgeous. Throw in an asymmetric neckline and floor-skimming maxi hemline and we’re completely sold. Add lashings of gold jewellery on the big day for extra glam points.
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10
Mango Asymmetric ruffled dress

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Adorned in effortless ruffles, this maxi dress from Mango will have you looking like the Spanish dancer emoji (in the best way possible, of course). It was low-key made for swishing on the dance floor.
11
Nobody’s Child Light Blue Bardot Edith Midi Dress

For a real elegant take on wedding guest dressing, look to Nobody’s Child’s latest collection. We’re totally obsessed with the powder-blue hue, bardot neckline and subtle puff sleeves on this lil’ piece. Real princess stuff over here.
12
ASOS One shoulder ruched maxi dress in lilac

ASOS has loads of gorge wedding guest dresses over on its site RN. Top of our wish list has to be this ruched lilac style. The asymmetric neckline and puff sleeve detail are just TOO cute.
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13
Reformation Nadira dress

Reformation has got the plus size girlies covered this wedding season. The brand’s extended range caters up to size 28 and features all the same beautiful floral designs that have become a Ref signature.
14
Bardot Asymmetric satin maxi slip dress in marigold

With its beaut cowl neckline and delicately draped back, Bardot’s buttercup yellow dress is legit a summer’s dream. Pair yours with a cute straw bag for high summer weddings.
15
Whistles Marble print dress

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New-in at Whistles, this marble print dress is low-key a lil’ work of art. I mean, just look at that draped bardot neckline and ‘90s-inspired spaghetti straps.
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Ganni Blue pleated georgette flounce smock dress

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Ganni’s tiered midi is not only super cute, it’s also one of the comfiest styles in this edit thanks to the fully smocked bodice and floaty georgette skirt. Consider us obsessed.
17
Kitri Effie pastel floral jacquard midi dress

You can always rely on Kitri for a killer wedding guest look that you’re bound to wear post-nuptials. We’ll be styling this beaut floral tea dress with gold heels on the big day and with denim jackets for casual dinner dates.
18
Reformation Irisa dress

This Reformation wedding guest dress is giving us real Bridgerton vibes with its fitted bodice, lace trims and flared hem. Keep styling simple – think cream accessories – to let the dress’ silhouette really sing.
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Damson Madder Penelope midi - blue & red spot

This is not a drill: Damson Madder has just released a whole load of amaze dresses just in time for wedding szn. You’ll probs remember the iconic long-sleeved, bow-adorned maxis from last year, but for 2024, it’s all about this corset-style midi.
20
Reiss Linen blend drape maxi dress

Now 32% Off
Trust us, linen is always a good idea when it comes to high-summer or destination weddings. This gorgeous maxi dress from high street hero Reiss is simple yet effective, with a ruched halter neckline and delicately draped skirt.
Rosie Davenport is an Ecommerce Writer at Cosmopolitan UK and Red Online, covering fashion, beauty and travel reviews, as well as major sales events such as Black Friday and Amazon Prime Day. Rosie has reviewed everything from Reformation dresses to the latest massage guns and knows the new brands to bookmark as well as the latest trends to follow. Before this role, Rosie was a Fashion Ecommerce Writer on publications including ELLE, Harper’s Bazaar and Good Housekeeping for nearly two years, and gained a MA from Central Saint Martins in Fashion Journalism in 2021, focussing on the rise (and rise) of fashion podcasting. Rosie has also worked at The Times, been a sub editor at The Mail on Sunday’s weekly YOU magazine and produced in-depth retail reports for the trend forecasting agency WGSN. Her career highlight? Previewing Prada’s AW21 menswear show in the depths of lockdown and interviewing Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons from her bedroom. Outside of work, Rosie can be found rummaging through vintage shops or getting lost in one of London’s iconic department stores. You can follow Rosie on Instagram @rosie.davenport
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