Because the holidays are the unofficial time of year for announcing engagements, the months that follow are filled with parties to celebrate the occasion. Engagement parties are often thought of as the first major event of wedding celebrations, so it comes as no surprise that choosing the right dress can feel stressful. But lucky for you, we've taken the guesswork out of searching to bring you the coolest (and chicest) options out there.
Whether you're a guest at the party or the bride-to-be, keep the level of formalness in mind when planning your look. Want to see some of the best engagement party dresses on the market right now? Keep scrolling to find your perfect match.
Adeam
Asymmetric Lace-Up Wool-Blend Midi Dress
Calling all spring brides. This shade of pink is too good to pass up.Available in sizes 2 to 10.
Alice McCall
Garden Party Embroidered Tulle Midi Dress
We love the ruching and floral embroidery on this one.Available in sizes 6 UK to 14 UK.
ASOS Curve
Extreme Sleeve Satin Midi Pencil Dress
Wear with sparkly statement earrings.Available in sizes 12 to 24.
Sandy Liang
Midol Dress
Leave it to Sandy Liang to design a dress that looks even cooler with combat boots than it does with heels.Available in sizes 36 to 42.
Beaufille
Nodus Dress
This moody number is perfect for the bride-to-be who loves a darker color palette.Available in sizes 2 to 6.
Brock Collection
Dawn Off-the-Shoulder Silk-Taffeta Dress
This dreamy number is ideal for a daytime engagement party.Available in sizes 2 to 10.
Ganni
Ruffle-Trimmed Lace Wrap Maxi Dress
If you're throwing a more formal event, may we suggest this stunning lace number?Available in sizes 34 DK to 42 DK.
La Ligne
Boudoir Silk-Satin Maxi Dress
Pile on the gold jewelry with this simple piece.Available in sizes XS to L.
Misa
Paloma Dress
Rich velvet is perfect for nighttime engagement parties.Available in sizes XS to M.
Lost Ink
Gingham Sleeve Body-Con Dress
The sleeves on this dress, though.Available in sizes 1X to 4X.
Rosie Assoulin
Jacquard Halter Dress
Take advantage of trendy details like cutouts and a halter neckline.Available in sizes 0 to 6.
MSGM
Striped Ruffle Dress
Pile on the ruffles for a flirty effect.Available in sizes 38 IT to 46 IT.
Rachel Comey
Slacken Dress
Balance out this chic blush shade with a pair of black heels.Available in sizes 00 to 12.
Reformation
Malibu Dress
The definition of a perfect spring dress.Available in sizes 0 to 12.
Farrow
Sam Dress in Red
You really can't go wrong with a wrap dress.Available in size XS to L.
Réalisation
The Violette Dress
This incredibly flattering dress is a French-girl favorite.Available in sizes XXS to XL.
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