As everything starts to look a bit sunnier, odds are that you’ve found yourself on the guest list of several upcoming spring weddings. To help, we’ve gathered all the best spring wedding guest dresses based on what’s predicted to be trending this upcoming season. From NYFW spring fashion trends and Paris Fashion Week to 2024’s top color trends, these runway-approved looks will surely get you onto the best-dressed list.
Embrace these formal (or more casual) affairs with spring wedding guest dresses that touch on this year’s trends, including pastel hues to deep jewel-toned colors, and romantic bow and rosette details that will keep your fancy ‘fit feeling fresh. Whether you’ll be attending a lavish black-tie affair or a quaint garden party, we’ve got you covered.
Click through to browse our favorite trending wedding guest dresses in a range of styles, from minis to full-length gowns, straight and plus size fits, and a rainbow of colors to don for any springtime nuptial celebration.
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The catwalks of Paris Fashion Week have declared that rosette appliques will be everywhere in 2024, and we think they are the perfect sweet addition to a spring wedding ensemble. Keep it casual or dress up for the occasion with various mini, midi, and maxi dresses that exude spring.
Shop Bardot At Free People
Bardot Fleurette Flower Mini Dress, $, available at Free People
Eliza Rose Sequin Maxi Dress, $, available at Meshki
Eliza J. Scuba Sleeveless Rosette One Shoulder Sheath Dress, $, available at Dillard’s
Fabulouss By Mac Duggal Rosette One-Shoulder Pleated Gown, $, available at Nordstrom
Reformation Frankie Silk Dress, $, available at Reformation
Alamour The Label Simona Dress, $, available at Alamour The Label
City Chic Iliana Dress, $, available at City Chic
Alex Evenings Rosette A-Line Gown, $, available at Macy’s
If you’ve indulged in the bow accessories trend, you’ll be glad to hear that they aren’t going anywhere. The coquette aesthetic and balletcore trends are perfect for romantic events, and we can bet you’ll see fluttery and dreamy dresses adorned with bows at upcoming weddings. But don’t think all bows feel sweet and girly: New York Fashion Week spring/summer 2024 made its stamp of approval on voluminous bows that feel abstract and bold.
Shop Eloquii
Eloquii Dramatic Bow Mini Dress, $, available at Eloquii
Milla Blue Hydrangea Bow-Detailed Mini Dress, $, available at Milla
Sachin + Babi Sloane Taffeta Double-Bow Pleated Midi Dress, $, available at Anthropologie
Urban Outfitters Bella Bow-Back Satin Mini Dress, $, available at Urban Outfitters
Karen Millen Italian Satin Bandeau Structured Bow Detail Midi Dress, $, available at KAREN MILLEN
Tuckernuck Navy Blythe Dress, $, available at Tuckernuck
Hutch Siriana Satin Rosette Flared Gown, $, available at Saks Fifth Avenue
Spring is also the perfect time to indulge in colorful pastels, a welcome change after a long winter. Popular pastel tones such as pale yellow, neutral pink, and dreamy orange sorbet are predicted to be some of spring 2024’s buzziest color trends. We’ve even gone ahead and added silhouettes embellished with 3D floral appliques to match the spring vibes.
Shop L’Academie At Revolve
L’Academie Gabriela Dress, $, available at Revolve
Trendydol Mini Floral Dress, $, available at Amazon
Lulus Lavender Floral Strapless Maxi Dress, $, available at Lulus
Wilfred Hera Dress, $, available at Aritzia
Madewell Flutter-Sleeve Slip Maxi Dress, $, available at Madewell
Bardot Everlasting Satin Midi Dress, $, available at Shopbop
L I V I D Kim Cowl Neck Midi Dress, $, available at Dia & Co.
Yumi Kim Carmela Dress, $, available at Yumi Kim
& Other Stories Cowl-Neck Dress, $, available at & Other Stories
BTFBM Long Sleeve V-Neck Swiss Dot Ruffle Mini Babydoll, $, available at Amazon
Show Me Your Mumu Stella Smocked Dress, $, available at Show Me Your Mumu
Prettygarden Off The Shoulder Babydoll Dress, $, available at Amazon
Notable spring hues (and 2024 fashion color trends) to keep your eyes on are jewel tones — think tropical teal, midnight blues, and wine red. The combination of glossy fabric and rich colors gives off an effortless (and cooling) luxe appearance. Allow the dress to speak for itself, and keep your look minimalistic and chic with crisp jewelry and a pair of timeless black slingback heels.
Shop Birdy Grey
Birdy Grey Kira One-Shoulder Satin Dress, $, available at Birdy Grey
Abercrombie & Fitch Plunge Cowl Back Maxi Dress, $, available at Abercrombie & Fitch
Grace Karin One Shoulder Cocktail Dress, $, available at Amazon
J.Crew Anna October© X J.Crew Bustier Slip Dress, $, available at J.Crew
Quince 100% Washable Silk Square Neck Midi Dress, $, available at Quince
Banana Republic Ana Pleated Maxi Dress, $, available at Banana Republic
ASOS DESIGN Satin Drape Midi Dress With Wrap Skirt In Teal, $, available at ASOS
Ramy Brook Amanda Ruched Midi Dress, $, available at Ramy Brook
Birdy Grey Satin Curve Monica Dress, $, available at Birdy Grey
BHLDN Isabella Tiered Square-Neck A-Line Midi Dress, $, available at Anthropologie
Free People Oasis Midi Dress, $, available at Free People
Shop Reformation
Reformation Bryony Dress, $, available at Reformation
Shop Farm Rio
Farm Rio Red Heart Maxi Dress, $, available at Farm Rio
Shop Free People
Shona Joy Plunged Midi Dress, $, available at Free People
Shop & Other Stories
& Other Stories Babydoll Tied Sleeve Detail Dress, $, available at & Other Stories
Shop Lulus
Lulus Garden Romance Magenta Floral Print Organza Maxi Dress, $, available at Lulus
Shop Anthropologie
V. Chapman Lily Ruched & Ruffled Stretch Midi Dress, $, available at Anthropologie
Shop Dia & Co
Adorne Grace Cold Shoulder Ruffle Maxi, $, available at Dia & Co.
Shop J.Crew
J.Crew Gwyneth Slip Dress, $, available at J.Crew
Shop Shopbop
Fanm Mon Alanya Dress, $, available at Shopbop
Shop Anthropologie
The Somerset Collection by Anthropologie The Somerset Maxi Dress: Cutwork Edition, $, available at Anthropologie
Shop Anthropologie
Anthropologie Ruched Sweetheart Dress, $, available at Anthropologie
Shop Show Me Your Mumu
Show Me Your Mumu Reese Ruffle Dress, $, available at Show Me Your Mumu
Shop Reformation
Reformation Frankie Silk Dress Es, $, available at Reformation
Shop Dia & Co
LIVD Topanga Satin Stretch Cowl Dress, $, available at Dia & Co.
Shop ELOQUII
Eloquii Satin Maxi Dress, $, available at Eloquii
Shop Bloomingdale’s
Milly Hariet 3D Flower Sleeveless Mini Dress, $, available at Bloomingdale’s
Shop Revolve
L’Academie Ray Midi Dress, $, available at Revolve
Shop Bloomingdale’s
Aidan by Aidan Mattox Cutout Stretch Crepe Mermaid Gown, $, available at Bloomingdale’s
Shop Avenue
City Chic Sweet Sass Dress, $, available at Avenue
The term “Y2K fashion” may conjure up belly tees and low-rise flares, but the trend has also made its way into formal wear — and it’s not as risqué as you’d imagine. This spring, expect the likes of early 2000s slip dress styles, nostalgic frills, and sherbet colorways.
Shop Revolve
Norma Kamali X REVOLVE Diana Gown, $, available at Revolve
Shop ASOS
Flounce London Petite All Over Ruffle Cami Maxi Dress, $, available at ASOS
Shop Eloquii
Eloquii Delmar Slip Dress, $, available at Eloquii
Shop Urban Outfitters
Urban Outfiters Cedar Poplin Corset Midi Dress, $, available at Urban Outffiters
Shop Nordstrom Rack
Alexia Admor Violet Sleeveless Crewneck Maxi Dress, $, available at Nordstrom Rack
Shop Nordstrom
House of CB Pixie Ruffle Georgette Body-Con Cocktail Dress, $, available at Nordstrom
Shop Rihoas
Rihoas The Water Ripple Textured Cami Dress, $, available at Rihoas
Metallics, and specifically silver metallics, found themselves on a ton of spring runways this year. Whether it’s a black tie affair or night club type celebration, shine bright in metallic fabrics, sequins, or embellishments for your next wedding party.
Shop Anthropologie
Mare Mare Metallic V-Neck Dress, $, available at Anthropologie
Shop All Saints
All Saints Hadley Sequin Dress, $, available at All Saints
Shop Mac Duggal
Mac Duggal Metallic Corset Back Column Gown, $, available at Mac Duggal
Shop Venus
Venus Striped Sequin Midi Dress, $, available at Venus
Shop Saks Fifth Avenue
L’IDEE Renaissance Sleeveless Pleated Gown, $, available at Saks Fifth Avenue
Shop Veronica Beard
Veronica Beard Kaira Metallic Floral Dress, $, available at Veronica Beard
Designers reinterpreted the classic dress train for their spring 2023 runway shows, and we’re on board. Mini dresses are now accompanied by floor-length trains with bows or delicate and reserved side trains. We believe that you’ll be seeing this dramatic accent more frequently — and that you’ll look amazing in one, too.
Shop Anthropologie
Hutch Jacquard Train Dress, $, available at Anthropologie
Shop ASOS
Ever New Strapless Trailing Bow Mini Dress, $, available at ASOS
Shop Revolve
Bronx and Banco Luisa Mini Dress, $, available at Revolve
Shop Anthropologie
Sachin + Babi Blaine Taffeta Square-Neck Bow Train Mini Dress, $, available at Anthropologie
Shop Revolve
Selkie The Fairytale Gown, $, available at Revolve
Shop ASOS
Yaura Draped Train Mini Dress, $, available at ASOS
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