Summer Wedding Season Is Upon Us

The weather is heating up and love is in the air – summer wedding season is upon us! Whether you’re heading to a casual wedding or looking for formal wedding guest dresses, we’ve got you covered with the 10 best types of dresses to wear to a wedding this summer! It can be hard to nail the summer wedding dress code, but we’ve scoured the internet for the perfect dress silhouettes for every occasion. From cocktail dresses for the dress rehearsal or welcome dinner, to bright colors and floral prints for a destination wedding, these beautiful summer dresses are elegant, chic and easy to slip into for your night of celebrating the happy couple.

Party Dresses

Ready to party? A statement mini dress is ready to hit the dance floor or take a spin the night before for pre-wedding festivities. Perfect for drinks at cocktail hour or photos at golden hour, mini dresses can be dressed up or down depending on the venue and are versatile enough to pair with sandals or heels.

Evening Gowns

Formal dresses for a summer wedding don’t have to be heavy – this beautifully draped silk dress is airy enough for a high summer wedding and sleek enough for any party. Plus it’s such a gorgeous color for tanned skin during high summer. I also love this off-the-shoulder gown in a midnight blue color.

Cocktail Dresses

Ruching, florals, a flirty v-neck neckline – this feminine, ruffly dress is begging to be worn to summer cocktail weddings! This green will really pop with a tan – add a heeled leather sandal and enjoy the sunshine.

Strapless Dresses

For a beach wedding it’s important to stay cool, feel comfortable and embrace the sunshine. This beautiful yellow maxi dress fits the bill and is made with airy fabrics that feel light to the touch. For the ultimate cool girl look, style this strapless dress with metal adorned sandals and a gold arm cuff.

Floral Dresses

Can’t have a list of summer wedding dresses without some beautiful floral prints. There’s something irresistible about the combination of tiered ruffles and florals on this floor length dress that makes me want to go spin around the beach, preferably with champagne in hand. Outdoor weddings call for breathable fabrics and this style works whether at the beach or a more formal setting. Simple jewelry and a small clutch are all you need to accessorize this look.

Body-Con Dresses

This navy body-con dress is form-fitting in all the right place. Plus I love a high slit any time of year. It really spices up this navy dress and gives you a chance to show off your perfectly tanned legs this summer. I find this cut super flattering and you won’t have to fuss with your straps once all night. It’s a super-sleek look for that formal wedding invitation and looks great with statement earrings and strappy heels.

Black Tie Dress

This sleek black dress is on a mission to bring the heat this summer. (no pun intended) With a stunning open back and hint of scalloped lace this will be sure to turn up the glamour on any event you attend and turn the heads of all the wedding guests. Exactly the type of confident energy we are channeling this summer. Dainty jewelry and stiletto heels are all you need to accessorize this sexy dress.

Feminine Dresses

The back detailing of flowing flower petals on this dress is so exquisite that it may be my favorite dress on this list. It is ethereal and beautiful while also feeling fresh in the soft lilac – a show stopping dress. If you are invited to a special occasion this summer, try wearing a pastel color with feminine detailing to stand out in the crowd. Keep your accessories simple and let the dress do all the talking.

Bold Color Dresses

This chartreuse dress stood out to me as a way to experiment with colors and embrace the work you’ve put into your summer glow. An unexpected color can be all the detailing you need in a knockout dress. The one shoulder silhouette and the gathering at the waist make this a beautiful dress for any body type. Wear this style dress to a semi-formal or formal wedding with drop earrings and a chic clutch.

Slip Dresses 

A slip dress and a summer wedding is a match made in heaven. I always reach for my slip dresses in the summer when I want to stay cool but feel put together. This midi length printed slip dress is perfection, with a delicate but not overtly floral pattern and a flirty hem. White strappy heels and a matching mini bag are the perfect finishing touches.

Maxi Dresses

This gorgeous silk dress is the perfect way to look luxe and polished at a wedding this summer. Luxurious fabrics in soft pastels are a perfect combination for formal events as the weather heats up. Floor length gowns are a great option for a black tie wedding with heels and a clutch. And the sheer layers of this dress add a beautiful, ethereal touch. This yellow strapless dress is another knockout with sheer layers to show off those legs this summer. A metallic clutch looks like jewelry when paired with these beautiful gowns.

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