As Invitations Arrive—32 Best Wedding Guest Dresses to Shop Now

Shop the best dresses to wear to ceremonies by the sea, backyard nuptials, and more.

While there weren’t too many opportunities to shop for wedding guest dresses last year, 2021 has certainly been a bit more promising. Several brides and grooms put a date on the calendar and are sending out invites to friends and loved ones. It all makes for what wedding planners and forecasters are calling the post-pandemic wedding boom. And if you’re a recipient of any number of these wedding invites, you might be left with a question you haven’t had to ask yourself for a minute: What shall I wear?

After months in comfort-first clothing, the idea of going all out—in heels, a gown, and such—may be a daunting one, but the quest to find some of the best wedding guest dresses doesn’t have to be an unpleasant one. Pick a cheerful or elegant design that makes you feel great but also allows you to celebrate fully should an all-night dance party be on the itinerary. Whether you’re attending a socially distanced outdoor wedding or looking for a formal little black dress, there’s something to help you win best-dressed guest just ahead.

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This story originally appeared on: Vogue - Author:Alexis Bennett