43 wedding guest dresses you'll definitely want to wear again (and again and again) (2024)

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Ah, the ever-perplexing question: what to wear to a wedding when you are a guest? We know, you don't wanna risk upstaging the bride, but you're still keen to look FAB. Understandable. Our tips are as follows: don't wear white (obvs), and don't leave it until the last minute – or you'll risk turning up in your dodgy old prom dress.

Throw today's smart/casual climate into the mix and things get even more confusing. Depending on when the event is, it could be an intimate guest list, or a serious 100-people-plus knees up. It's also worth thinking about longevity; you don't want a one-hit-wonder hanging in your wardrobe for the next decade. It's a waste of money, and not great for the environment either. So, go on, play it safe dress code-wise and be a sustainable sister by shopping for outfits you know you'll wear again (and again, and again...).

The good news is, fashion's current penchant for flowing midi dresses means you're bound to find a hero piece that will look just as good with strappy stilettos as it will with knee-high boots. Don't know where to begin? We're on-hand with 43 different wedding guest dresses that are both beautiful and oh-so-versatile.

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Best long sleeve wedding guest dress

Nobody's Child Lime green zendaya midi dress

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Best long sleeve wedding guest dress

Nobody's Child Lime green zendaya midi dress

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If you live by the mantra 'the bigger the better', you'll love the sleeves on this Nobody's Child midi dress. This gorge satin style turns to reveal an open back fastened with an oversized bow. Not feeling the green? It's also available in emerald, pink and floral print.

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Best midi wedding guest dress

& Other Stories Tiered babydoll midi dress

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Best midi wedding guest dress

& Other Stories Tiered babydoll midi dress

Getting organised ahead of the summer wedding season? Check out Stories' killer floral midi. This baby doll style is so sweet with its flattering midi hemline, square neckline and tie-bow straps. We'll be wearing ours with a pair of Mary Janes.

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Best Zara wedding guest dress

Zara Floral print satin dress

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43 wedding guest dresses you'll definitely want to wear again (and again and again) (7)

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Best Zara wedding guest dress

Zara Floral print satin dress

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Trust Zara to always provide the goods for us wedding guests on a budget. We can't believe this gorge floral satin dress is under £20 in the brand's end of season sale. Run, don't walk.

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Best petite wedding guest dress

Boden Tie back detail maxi dress

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43 wedding guest dresses you'll definitely want to wear again (and again and again) (9)

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Best petite wedding guest dress

Boden Tie back detail maxi dress

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A great choice for wedding guests and bridesmaids alike, this Boden number is defined by its romantic high neck, tie-bow back and floor-skimming hemline. Shorter gals rejoice – there's even a petite option available for ya.

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Amanda Uprichard Avani gown

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Amanda Uprichard Avani gown

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Sometimes the simplest of silhouettes are the most effective, and that definitely rings true for this Amanda Uprichard dress. We're obsessed with the colour blocking – you can never go wrong with a red and pink combo.

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Warehouse Polka dot print puff sleeve V neck dress

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Warehouse Polka dot print puff sleeve V neck dress

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Now 30% off in Warehouse's end of season sales, this versatile polka dot number will work as a wedding guest dress all year long. Simply switch up the accessories depending on the season: we're talking straw bags in summer and faux fur shawls in winter.

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Rixo Floral scoop-neck dress

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Rixo Floral scoop-neck dress

Rixo is a go-to bridge brand for wedding guest dresses. Wear this scooped-neck number with strappy sandals for the big day and style it on weekends cowboys boots and oversized knits.

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Mango Pleated satin dress

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Mango Pleated satin dress

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Florals don't have to just be for summer nuptials. We think Mango's pleated satin dress will look just as good with a tailored wool coat and heeled boots now as it would with wedges in the warmer months.

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Needle & Thread Valentine ruffled recycled polyester maxi dress

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Needle & Thread Valentine ruffled recycled polyester maxi dress

If you haven't already started renting wedding guest dresses what are you playing at, gals? Seriously, this is THE way to save money when you have multiple big days a year. Top of our 'to rent' list is this Needle & Thread ruffled maxi – it retails at £450 but can be yours for four days for just £61. Genius.

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Rixo Melanie silk midi dress

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Rixo Melanie silk midi dress

Known for its mix n' match prints and celebrity fanbase, Rixo dresses are worth every penny in our opinion. This Melanie style features a flattering empire waistline and blouson sleeves. Style yours with mules to weddings and with knee-high boots post-nuptials.

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Abercrombie Drama ruffle tiered gown

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Abercrombie Drama ruffle tiered gown

Bring the drama to your next wedding guest lewk with Abercrombie's floral gown. We love how the ruffled tiers swish with your every move.

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Reformation Oren silk dress

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Reformation Oren silk dress

More silky goodness coming atcha courtesy of Reformation. We're in love with the midnight blue hue and retro necktie on this slinky number.

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Joanna Hope Button sleeve burnout maxi dress

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Joanna Hope Button sleeve burnout maxi dress

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Not into deep V necklines? Joanna Hope's maxi dress features an elegant high neck and flattering empire silhouette. We love the subtle ballon sleeves – they are detailed with cute covered buttons.

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Nobody's Child Black floral elsie midi dress

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Nobody's Child Black floral elsie midi dress

Nobody's Child is always a go-to for wedding guest dresses that won't break the bank. We love this beautiful floral midi – the capped sleeves and square neckline are beyond flattering.

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Rotate Birger Christensen Ruby recycled-cloqué midi dress

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Rotate Birger Christensen Ruby recycled-cloqué midi dress

The definition of cool-girl formal, Rotate Birger Christensen's midi features dainty embroidered flowers and retro puff sleeves. Wear yours with a sleek pony or bun to let the dress's silhouette do all the talking.

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Ro & Zo Lilac jacquard bias midi dress

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Ro & Zo Lilac jacquard bias midi dress

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If you love a slip dress but you're afraid to go braless, Ro & Zo has got your sorted: the wider straps on this bias-cut gown offer a touch more coverage. We'll be wearing ours with denim jackets or cropped knits post wedding-day.

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& Other Stories Slim satin midi dress

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& Other Stories Slim satin midi dress

The beauty of this & Other Stories navy slip is that you can dress it up for weddings with lashings of jewellery and playful platforms or keep it casual with boots and knits for weekend drinks.

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Best winter wedding guest dress

Mango Halter velvet dress

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Best winter wedding guest dress

Mango Halter velvet dress

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Made from plush devoré velvet, this halterneck midi dress is legit perf for winter wedding guest looks. The handkerchief hem and sexy side slit are just the cherry on top.

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Whistles Farfalle flower midi dress

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Whistles Farfalle flower midi dress

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We're obsessed with the pretty blue flowers and pops of yellow on Whistles' mini dress. But the real showstopper has to be the ruched neckline – how pretty?

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Editor's Pick

Sister Jane Frida tulle ruffle midi dress

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Editor's Pick

Sister Jane Frida tulle ruffle midi dress

With its chilli-red tulle and tactile ruffles, this Sister Jane midi dress is giving us Molly Goddard vibes but at a fraction of the price. Keep accessories simple (think: gold hoops and matching red shoes) for a show-stopping wedding guest look.

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