Technically, weddings are about the people getting married—but that doesn't mean you need to arrive at a ceremony dressed in a literal potato sack. Odds are, the hosts actually want you to look good so they can show off their wedding album in 50 years and prove how hot all of their friends were back in the day. (Anyone else plan on doing this? Just me?) So maybe skip the basic 'fit you reserve for every formal event on your social cal and spice things up for once! At the very least, you can get some fresh content for your IG feed.
Of course, finding the perfect wedding guest dress—whether it's for spring, summer, fall, orwinter—is easier said than done. There are a ton of options to sift through, okay?! Not to mention, if you order online, you wanna make sure you have enough time for your look to arrive. Thankfully for all of us (and especially folks who tend to procrastinate on their shopping), Amazon has a treasure trove of gorge picks for every season. From slinky maxi dresses to jaw-dropping velvet minis, you'll have no trouble securing a frock that'll stand out on the reception dance floor.
Our top picks for the best wedding guest dresses on Amazon in 2023:
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this dreamy dress
Fivsole Flower Lace Tulle Formal Evening Party Gown
Like what you see? We knew you would! Without further ado, I present to you the best wedding guest dresses on Amazon. Have a cocktail (or a few) for us, thx!
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this dreamy dress
Fivsole Flower Lace Tulle Formal Evening Party Gown
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this dreamy dress
Fivsole Flower Lace Tulle Formal Evening Party Gown
Perfect for an outdoor wedding, this whimsical number with a tulle layer will fit right in with the romantic vibe. Whether it be an intimate backyard ceremony or at an exclusive garden in Italy, you won't go wrong with this flowy pick.
You could opt for a plain formal maxi dress (that'll maybe make you look like one of the bridesmaids) or you can could one with a fun asymmetrical ruffle trim...
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this on-trend dress
ANRABESS Women’s Cut Out Formal Cocktail Party Dress
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this on-trend dress
ANRABESS Women’s Cut Out Formal Cocktail Party Dress
Cutout dresses are definitely trending right now, and they make for super cool wedding guest looks. Imagine this yellow one with strappy heels for a summer ceremony—stunning.
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this soft maxi
NUFIWI Women Floral Printed Spaghetti Strap Maxi Dress
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this soft maxi
NUFIWI Women Floral Printed Spaghetti Strap Maxi Dress
Bet you didn't think you could get a pretty dress for the nuptials for less than $20! What's so great about this option is that you can easily recycle it and wear it again to brunch, a bridal shower, or a day party.
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this shiny one-shoulder option
ANRABESS Women Satin One Shoulder Short Sleeve Ruched Dress
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this shiny one-shoulder option
ANRABESS Women Satin One Shoulder Short Sleeve Ruched Dress
Weddings are the best time to bring out all the colors, IMO. You'll surely be a standout (without outshining the bride, ofc) in this dreamy orange beaut. Plus, its satin sheen really makes the hue pop.
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this ruffled silhouette
Lioness Women's Rendezvous Strapless Dress, Licorice, Black
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this ruffled silhouette
Lioness Women's Rendezvous Strapless Dress, Licorice, Black
You've more than likely seen this style allllll over your feeds and haven't bit the bullet on buying it. Well, this is your sign to make the move because it'd make an incredibly chic get-up for that wedding (or after-party) you have coming up! Throw on a rose choker with it and put your hair up in a messy bun and you'll look straight out of a runway show.
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this airy dress
ETCYY Women's Off The Shoulder Ruffle Chiffon Dress
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this airy dress
ETCYY Women's Off The Shoulder Ruffle Chiffon Dress
Lightweight and breathable, this comfy chiffon option is ideal if you're heading to a warm destination. The off-the-shoulder cut and flowy design make it even more breezy so airflow can come through. (And this lilac color is just so fabulous!)
You can never go wrong with florals! Many reviewers bought this dress for weddings specifically and raved about it for its comfortable fit, affordable price tag, adjustable straps, and elegant fabric.
Not a long dress kind of gal? Go for this bright pink option with the most adorable bubble skirt and puffy neckline. Accessorize it with bold jewelry for a statement-making moment.
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this dress with ornate sleeves
BTFBM Women Off Shoulder Long Sleeve Mesh Bodycon Maxi
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this dress with ornate sleeves
BTFBM Women Off Shoulder Long Sleeve Mesh Bodycon Maxi
A sleek, simple, strapless option will never let you down for an occasion like this. This one is available in 10 colorways, so you can have your pick of bold and colorful or classic and neutral.
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this ruched dress
Floerns Women's Plus Size Long Sleeve Bodycon Midi Dress Brown
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this ruched dress
Floerns Women's Plus Size Long Sleeve Bodycon Midi Dress Brown
Prepare for allll the compliments when you come out in this gorge midi. From the cowl neckline to the ruching at the back, everybody will be asking where you got this stunner!
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this dress with a pocket
TEREA Women's Sylvie One Shoulder Maxi Dress, Azure Blue
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this dress with a pocket
TEREA Women's Sylvie One Shoulder Maxi Dress, Azure Blue
Bold patterns can be intimidating, but they are an effortless way to bring some zhuzh to a dress! I'm obsessed with this maroon ensemble with pink stars.
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16
this adorable wrap dress
miduo Womens Midi Dresses Tie V Neck Party Dresses
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this adorable wrap dress
miduo Womens Midi Dresses Tie V Neck Party Dresses
Found: Your go-to wedding guest dress you can wear to a casual or formal ceremony. Get it in multiple colors (it comes in 19 different options!) if you have multiple weddings to attend and wanna change it up a bit.
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this colorful dress
LAI MENG FIVE CATS Women's Floral Print Maxi Dress
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this colorful dress
LAI MENG FIVE CATS Women's Floral Print Maxi Dress
The cowl neck design, wrap hem, ruched features, and satin-y material makes for the perf pick for a wedding...or ya know, date night. Plus, it comes in about a bazillion colors.
Show off those shoulders in this pink bodycon dress, bb. Complete the look with comfy, gold strappy sandals and you'll own the dance floor—after the bride, OFC.
Megan Uy is the assistant shopping editor at Cosmopolitan, where she searches for the best products in all things fashion, home, beauty, sex, gifts, and more, so you don’t have to. When she’s not writing for the site, she’s whipping up some cool and trendy content for the fashion section of the print magazine. She’s been with the brand since 2019 (when she was an itty-bitty editorial fellow), and she's also written for Delish, House Beautiful, and People. Follow her on Instagram to get some BTS of the editor life and chaotic NYC content. Also, feel free to hit her up if you ever wanna discuss the madness that is TikTok.
Tarah-Lynn Saint-Elien is the fashion editor at Cosmopolitan, writing weighty and witty stories that run the gamut of gushing over Zendaya to convincing you of everything you need in your closet! She began her journey in the industry with a fashion and faith blog and an internship at Elle.com almost 10 years ago. Since then, she's also served as the style editor at The Haitian Times. The Haitian-American pageant queen is a Syracuse Masters graduate and the author of two books, including: Claim Your Crown. Follow her on Instagram and Twitter: @iamtarahlynn.
Maggie Griswold (she/her) is a contributing fashion editor for Cosmopolitan and freelance writer and editor based in Los Angeles, covering everything from the latest wardrobe must-haves to interior design trends. Along with Cosmopolitan, you can find her work on Oprah Daily, StyleCaster, Women's Health, and House Digest, among others. She's a big (read: ridiculously huge) fan of the '90s sitcom Frasier, all things Shakespeare, and a good romance-filled YA novel. Follow her on Instagram.