While many of us think of spring and summer as wedding season, many couples are leaning into the idea of having their nuptials during the fall months. With fall ceremonies becoming more of the norm, good wedding guest dresses are in high demand. This is where I come in. As your trusted shopping-editor friend. I have already done the heavy lifting for you and spent hours scrolling through our favorite trusted retailers for the fall wedding guest dresses that will guarantee you a spot on the best dressed guest list, from a stunning satin-and-velvet dress from Anna October that I haven't been able to stop thinking about to a few under-$100 picks from brands like Zara and Lioness that don't sacrifice style.
Keep scrolling to see the 30 chic dresses I'm recommending for a fall wedding. You can thank me later.
If you haven't started shopping Sans Faff yet, I'm not sure what's stopping you. Think chic, classic, and well-made pieces you can mix and match with other Sans Faff pieces and your own closet. I'd wear this dress to a black-tie fall wedding for sure.
Simple yet stunning.
The definition of a fall wedding guest dress if you ask me.
Out of all the stunning dresses I have listed here, this brown Anna October one is truly showstopping. I mean, wow.
I love the idea of wearing this to a fall winery wedding.
I have this dress, and it looks so pretty on. Plus, I love the under-$100 price tag.
The perfect dress to wear to a fashion person's wedding.
Okay, I really like this one.
This Zara midi dress would definitely work for a wedding.
Satin-drape necklines always look so romantic, don't they?
This Bec + Bridge dress will never let you down. I've seen so many people wear it, and it looks good on literally everyone.
Wear this to your friend's wedding that's really just a giant party.
A winner from Zara.
I have this dress in off-white, but this plum/berry version would be great for a semiformal wedding.
This gown is this close to selling out completely. I'd move fast.
A showstopper from Staud.
This pretty drop-waist dress also comes in black, but I like the rust orange for a fall wedding.
I'm shook this dress is only $88.
Another more casual option.
Lioness has some surprisingly pretty dresses you could definitely get away with wearing to a wedding.
This Norma Kamali dress doesn't quit. The open back is so good.
Black-tie attire? Check.
This silk fabric and romantic neckline make this dress perfect for a celebration of love. I'm obsessed.
If you're attending a more low-key wedding, I'd reach for this.
A quick, easy, and affordable wedding guest option from Zara that doesn't sacrifice style.
The sultry lower-back lace detail is what got me.
This dress takes no prisoners.
I could see some of my friends wearing this printed dress.
Classy.
This pleated, sleeveless dress from House of CB would be stunning at a fall wedding.
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