We're now deep in wedding season, and this year, I'm lucky enough to be going to one in Europe. To say I'm excited would be a dramatic understatement—I'm truly counting down the days. The dress code is formal, and while some formal dress codes can feel limiting, Europe tends to have more fun with fashion generally. Plus, the directive for this particular wedding is bold. The bride said color, prints, sequins, and drama are all welcome—which is music to my fashion-editor ears.
Since I'm able to have a bit more fun with my dress this time, I set out in search of the best dresses the internet has to offer. I was met with dozens of chic dress options and am honestly having a hard time narrowing it down. Thankfully, I have a few more weeks to make the final call, but I have a feeling most of these will start selling out quickly. I can't be the only one in the market for dresses right now, so I'm sharing the options I currently have saved. From romantic necklines to open backs and structured silhouettes, below are 35 stunning wedding guest dresses I'm considering for my upcoming European ceremony.
A true work of art.
Obsessed is an understatement.
Love this with silver accessories.
This collab is so good.
I can't resist an open back.
Butter yellow is the color of summer '24.
What a neckline.
So romantic.
This silhouette is so flattering.
Cult Gaia just gets it.
A stunning color.
My dream dress.
A dress you will wear again and again.
I love the ruched details on this one.
The perfect summer print.
Black-tie appropriate.
More yellow!
Sure to garner compliments.
Just wow.
I think about this dress regularly.
A perfect summer hue.
Classic and on-trend at the same time.
So sophisticated.
The life of the party.
Immediately yes.
Such a good color.
Love a rosette detail.
Florals and sequins? Yes, please.
Chic is the only word that comes to mind.
Wait until you see the back.
Timeless.
Elegant.
Everything about this.
The red trend is still going strong.
I picture this at a chic château.
This post was published at an earlier date and has since been updated.
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