16 Fall Wedding Guest Dresses You'll Love

The Cocktail Party Wedding

Unlike 2020, when nuptials were few and far between, 2021 is turning out to be a big year on the wedding circuit. If your refrigerator is brimming with save the dates, finding the perfect dress for your wedding guest debut (opens in new tab) is obviously top of mind. Swapping sweatpants (opens in new tab) for ballgowns can be a bit of a shock, so you'll want to find something that ticks both the comfort and style boxes. Whether you're attending a rescheduled 200-person affair or a more intimate micro-wedding, finding the right dress doesn't have to spiral you into full-on panic mode. Ahead we've got options that will have you looking so good, you'll practically upstage the bride.

The Courthouse Wedding

With a spike in city hall marriages over the past year, it's plausible that you'll be invited to an intimate gathering at the marriage bureau. While there are no hard and fast rules on what to you have to wear, a sophisticated midi-dress style will ensure you rise to the occasion.

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The Black Tie Wedding

Don't panic when the wedding invite says "black tie attire." Evening wear can be fun without being fussy. Invest in a neutral color combination (like black and white) that you can repeat wear for other formal functions.

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The Garden Party Wedding

Be one with your surroundings in a floral printed dress that you can pair with a cardigan or light jacket for crisp fall days. For outdoor weddings set in the grass, opt for a flat or wedge shoe to avoid sinking.

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The Cocktail Party Wedding

Choosing a shorter ensemble will ensure you can dance the night away. Toast to the new couples in something out-of-the-box, like a plaid, bow-embellished dress or a pearl spaghetti strap number.

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