Spring and summer are the perfect time of year for a beautiful wedding. The warm weather and allows couples to host beautiful events al fresco in gorgeous outdoor soirees. Nothing is more fun and beautiful than dancing the night away under the stars (or string lights) on a summer’s night. It’s simply romantic.
Dressing for a wedding in the warmer months is always so much more exciting and a lot easier than winter months. The dresses are flowier, more skin can be shown and there are a ton of great options. From softer pastel hues, to bold colorful dresses, bright colors prints and more, there’s something for everyone.
Here are some of the best spring-summer wedding guest dresses for your next wedding you have to RSVP to this season. Or if you’re attending a warm weather destination wedding, any of these would work based on the dress code! From formal wedding guest dresses, semi-formal, go-to cocktail dresses and even more laid back pieces for those casual beach weddings, this post has you covered for wedding season!
30 Spring Summer Wedding Guest Dresses
When it comes to making many of these dresses work for certain dress codes, it all comes down to accessories. A metallic strappy high heel makes things feel more elegant and formal attire appropriate. Yet an espadrille and rattan clutch will allow the dresses to feel more beachy and casual. Accessorize appropriately based on the dress you choose and the dress code on the wedding invitation.
Runaway The Label Zurina Low Back Maxi Dress
While simple in the front, the back of this Runaway The Label dress is stunning. The long drape, the beautiful rosette details, it’s a stunner. Plus, it’s a great price at only $159.
ROAME Tallulah Satin Halter Dress
This halter dress with a beaded neckline is the perfect summer wedding guest dress. This large floral print, and colorblocked red and pink combination makes it a stunning piece.
AMUR Ottavia Ruffle Dress
The texture of this gorgeous pink dress gives it so much interest. The ruffling on the side also creates a really flattering silhouette and draws the eye into the dress.
Cara Cara Ines Mini Dress
I adore this floral yellow mini dress. The structure lends it to feel dressier than typical minis. This would be great for a cocktail attire spring or summer wedding.
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Hemant and Nandita Corseted Mini Dress
If you’re heading to a daytime, or beach wedding, this is the dress. It’s light and cute, but still dressy for cocktail attire especially with the right accessories. The basque waist is flattering and on trend, and the print is springy and feminine.
A.L.C. Lou Dress
This vivid tangerine hue is such a fun shade for a wedding. The slip dress style feels more elevated thanks to the lace trim detailing. I also love the assymetrical hem of this, it’s so slight but adds something to the overall look.
Pomander Place Emerald Soleil Gown
This is the dress to choose if you want comfort and ease. The straight column style allows you to move easily on the dance floor. The one shoulder detail adds interest and makes it feel more elevated.
Farm Rio Rosalia Midi Dress
An absolutely breathtaking dress that feels like a piece of art. This is great for a swanky spring nighttime wedding. I love the cutout in the side and the big floral body is simply beautiful.
Andres Otaalora Red Ser Arte Embellished Dress
I’m a firm believer you can wear red to a wedding, and this is a statement piece that is so stunning. The drop waist and floral appliqué straps are dramatic yet still feel like spring.
Farm Rio Miranda Belted Dress
For a more casual wedding, or daytime event in the spring or summer, this Farm Rio belted dress is just perfect. It still feels dressy enough with the beautiful print and embroidery and midi length, but the fabric and fit lend themselves to a more casual or low key wedding.
Reformation Briony Dress
A perfect spring dress. Halter style with a deep v-neck with an a-line skirt, this is the easiest dress to wear and style. It comes in a few colors too.
Tuckernuck Pistachio Dupioni Helene Midi Dress
This flattering a-line silhouette dress is great for a more preppy and polished style. The pockets are functional and add an interesting detail to the dress. Wear this for a wedding luncheon to dressier occasions thanks to the beautiful tafetta style fabric.
ELLIATT Armani Maxi Dress
This tiered maxi dress in a gorgeous soft floral print is going to be a statement dress for a wedding. This could potentially work for a black-tie optional wedding thanks to the structure of the dress.
Reformation Jillian Silk Dress
The bodice of this dress has me so obsessed with it. The flattering triangle details add interest and also accentuate your waist. It comes in a few colors, however the pear is hands down my favorite.
Lovers and Friends Popin Gown
If you’re heading to a formal or black tie wedding, this may be the dress. Between the structure, and floral applique and dark navy hue, it’s truly the perfect dress for more formal occasions.
Reformation Kastoria Dress
When you want to be comfortable, yet still appropriate for a wedding, this Reformation dress might be the ultimate option. The maxi length, and simple straps make it really versatile. Easily add more jewelry, sparkly clutches and so on to dress it up more. Or keep it simple for a beach wedding with a strappy sandal and straw clutch.
Leo Lin Isabella Dress
If you have a formal or black tie wedding, this stunning hot pink floral dress is the move. It’s bold, and beautiful. It has the drama, length and structure for a formal evening.
H&M Tie Detail Puff Sleeve Dress
For a fun cocktail dress, try this puff sleeve floral mini from H&M. The peachy hue and floral print is the perfect spring print.
Hutch Tulle One Shoulder Dress
Tulle and florals just instantly feel like a fancy dress that’s meant to be danced in. This gorgeous one shoulder dress in a tea length hemline is a stunner for spring weddings. This piece would be great for a formal event or cocktail.
BHLDN Georgia Skirt Set
A matching set is giving 2000s prom but in the best way. This combination is really fun and different, and a great option for a spring or summer wedding. The color is beautiful and the fabric is just gorgeous.
Abercrombie & Fitch Scarf Set Skirt & Top
I love this set because it is so versatile. You can tie the scarf part of the top in several different ways to make all sorts of combinations. This allows you to wear this to multiple weddings with the same people and no one will know the difference.
Bronx and Banco Floral Dress
Look like a garden party to your spring wedding party. This dress is a stunner and can also be worn for several dress codes from cocktail to black tie.
ABERCROMBIE & FITCH Maxi Dress
Easy and effortless, this Abercrombie dress is meant for a great night celebrating friends getting married. It comes in a few colors and is a great price point.
BHLDN One Shoulder Dress
The gathered and ruching style of dress is having a moment this season. This green color is also the it color of the season, so you’re set with a trendy, yet wedding appropriate dress that’s comfortable and flattering.
NBD Inaya Gown
The floral applique trend is everywhere for dresses and this blush pink one is a stunner for spring weddings. Wear this to cocktail or formal events with ease.
Abercrombie & Fitch Color Blocked Dress
A simple slip style dress with a bold detail at the bust, this dress is perfect for weddings. Easy to style and wear, and comes in a few colorways.
Green Satin Halter Dress
If you’re looking for the it color of the season for your wedding events, it’s going to be all shades of green. This simple slip style halter dress is beautiful and effortless.
Simkhai Zelda Dress
While this dress may appear to be simple, the details are what it’s all about. The sleeve and hemline have a metallic detail and unique sculptural look to it making it a really special piece. Be sure to dress this up with the right shoes and bags so it feels dressier.
STAUD Albee Mini Dress
Black is always the easy way out, but I’m including this one for the unique details and embellished starburst. It’s fun and different and makes this black dress feel really fun and special.
Petal & Pup Ayana Midi Dress
Petal & Pup is a great brand for affordable dresses for weddings and events. I love this polka dot bustier style dress. The tiered hem also makes it feel a little more special.



































