Summer Wedding Guest Dresses That Are Unique and Cool

Since you’re not in the bridal party, it’s easier to find a dress you’ll actually want to re-wear — one that will jive with your budget and personal style.
Pro-tip: The trick to styling a dress over jeans is to buy an oversized cut. Keep this in mind when selecting something for your next wedding, because a relaxed fit in a solid color can later be tossed over patterned denim pants for a totally new look.
Who doesn’t love a good wrap dress? While this is the perfect option for an outdoor wedding in the spring, the versatile, flirty silhouette can also work for a dinner date.
Florals may not be groundbreaking for spring, but they’re definitely an easy choice.
Opt for a neutral shade that can be easily dressed up with layered necklaces and fancy shoes. This flowy number can also be styled with chunky combat boots for more casual future occasions.
This silhouette and price point can't be beat.
Lace is an obvious choice for formal occasions. You’ll be the perfect wedding guest in this black mini dress — so much so that you can wear it to another one. The design is subtle enough where no one will even notice your outfit repeat.
This buttery yellow number may be subtly unexpected with its unique neckline and blue accent trim, but it's also versatile enough to wear with sneakers for a more casual summer affair.
A dress fit for a garden ceremony.
There's nothing like a classic LBD.
While this halter gown is dressy enough for the fanciest of affairs, we can also picture ourselves wearing it with sunglasses and strappy sandals while lounging on a picnic blanket.
There's nothing more versatile than a classic slip dress and this emerald green number can seamlessly transition from summer to fall.
This elegant look ensures you will be appropriately dressed for your next wedding. With it’s pleated detailing and pale green shade, this is certainly an item you’ll be reaching for a second time around.
The statement-making bubblegum pink stunner totally deserves to be seen more than once.
Give 'em major Studio 54 vibes with this sparkly number perfect for showing off your moves on the dance floor.
Dress up this chic black one-shoulder option with some chunky jewelry and brightly colored shoe.
A cottagecore wedding? This one's for you.
Some subtle animal print is always welcome.
For the guest that wants to make a summer sleeve statement.
Go for an asymmetrical hem that is unique enough to snag a few compliments without being over the top. The blue-grey shade works all year long, so you can keep this one in your eveningwear rotation season after season.
Ask any fashion person and they’ll assure you that polka dots are always a good idea. Add some flattering frills and a satin finish, and you’ve got dress that needs reservations (after you wear it to your next garden wedding, of course).