I'm My Group Chat's Personal Shopper During Wedding Season—30 Dresses I'm Recommending
Under-$500 finds from Revolve and Zara that will earn you the best-dressed title.
A funny thing happens when you turn 30. Everyone, and I do mean everyone, gets engaged at the same time. That means my friends and I have a long list of weddings on our calendars this summer, and as the fashion editor in my group, I'm often tasked with finding the best wedding guest dresses on the market. My search usually leads me to the new-in pages at either Revolve or Zara.
Both retailers have a knack for designing chic pieces you can wear time and again without looking like a certified outfit repeater. At Zara, most of those pieces come in under $100 but look far more expensive. At Revolve, you can find every trendy silhouette, including early aughts-era bandage dresses and drop-waist finds from Helsa, the Elsa Hosk-designed brand.
My picks span just about any dress code, from black-tie affairs to cocktail-ready events, so just about everyone can find one they love. Keep scrolling for the answer to your wedding guest woes. Everything on this list also comes in under $500, so you can invest in a piece without breaking the bank.
This bandage dresses would look fabulous with a tan.
Royal purple is the most regal color trend.
This dress reminds me of a sweet garden fairy.
This one, on the other hand, feels very mermaid-inspired.
You can never go wrong with this silk slip.
For a more casual wedding, try this halter pick.
The texture on this pick feels elevated.
This icy pale pink hue is so pretty.
So sweet!
I would pack this beaded pick in my suitcase for a destination wedding.
You can never go wrong with florals.
The chocolate brown color trend is still going strong.
A few of my friends have purchased this pale blue sheer dress.
I also love this darker blue hue.
Bec + Bridge makes some of my favorite wedding guest dresses.
Olive green is a failsafe hue.
If you love a classic wedding guest style, try anything from V. Chapman.
Bright purple and grungy florals? This pick has everything.
This dress is classic and pretty.
This silhouette feels vintage-inspired.
I own this dress in navy and I love it.
A black dress is a timeless favorite.
I also love this one-shoulder silhouette from Majorelle.
This is how you wear a drop-waist in a modern way.
I gasped when I saw this dress.
Wearing red to a wedding isn't a faux pas in my book.
Sheer textures feel so elevated.
Lemon yellow is a classic summer shade.
Yes, this silhouette is a little sexy—but in a chic, cool-girl way.
Berry hues bring out a sun-kissed glow.
