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Looking for the perfect wedding guest dress? We have some suggestions.
Weddingseason might traditionally fall in the summer months,but after years of rescheduled nuptials and diaries filling up quickly,wedding guest outfit planning is now pretty much a year-round activity. If you're on the hunt for some amazing wedding-ready looks, let us narrow things down a little bit for you by sharing the brands that always deliver when it comes to beautiful, but comfortable, occasionwear.
Our list includes some labels you're likely to spot at any British wedding, such as Rixo and Self-Portrait. But we've also added some lesser-known names into the mix if you're hoping to discover something new. This includes The Own Studio, which, despite technically catering to brides and bridesmaids, creates beautiful silk separates in plenty of elegant colours that you can also wear as a guest. We also love Franks and Omnes, two small London labels with a focus on sustainable practices.
We've found dresses in lilac,orange and emerald green that are perfect for any springwedding,and of course, there are somefloral dress optionsin the mix forthe coming weeks and beyond.Let us help you find the perfect wedding outfit via the12 brands we love below.
1. Rixo
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Rixo likely needs no introduction to our readers, as it has become the unofficial outfitter of British weddings since launching in 2015. Rixo's printed midi dressesare, quite simply, unrivalled.
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Rixo
Annina Slate Blue
Such a pretty colour.
Rixo
Meg Leopard Polka Dot
The clashing prints are so fun.
Rixo
Ardith Sweetheart Floral Pink
If you don't want to wear a dress.
2. The Own Studio
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The Own Studio technically caters to brides and bridesmaids with a sleek and modern aesthetic. However, we love how the silk separates can also be worn as a wedding guest or to any elegant evening event.
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The Own Studio
The Take A Bow Dress
Butter yellow is still key.
The Own Studio
The Wiggle Wiggle Dress
Yes, you can wear black to a wedding.
The Own Studio
The Tuxedo Jacket
You can't beat a chic suit.
3. Franks London
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Franks dresses are handmade and made to order, and this small London label is committed to reducing waste and slowing down the fashion cycle. The designs are incredibly beautiful, too.
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Franks London
The Kerry Dress
Those sleeves!
Franks London
The Elsie Dress
It's the colour of the season so red dresses are bound to be everywhere.
Franks London
The Bella Dress Velvet
You'll find so many excuses to wear this one.
4. Self-Portrait
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Self-Portrait is another label that makes special design-led pieces more accessible with its contemporary price point. It has expanded beyond the lace dressesthat made the brand famous and has an option for every type of wedding dress code.
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Self-Portrait
Feather-Trim Polka-Dot Mesh Dress
Taking the LBD up a notch.
Self-Portrait
Feather-Trim Sequinned Tulle Top
Add this to wide-leg trousers or a maxi skirt.
Self-Portrait
Tiered Plissé-Lamé Midi Dress
So pretty for any type of wedding.
5. Aje
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Australian label Aje creates "wow" dressesbut uses interesting colours and cut-out details to give an edge to pretty princess pieces. This is a brand that's only going to get bigger and bigger.
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Aje
Shallows Strapless Linen-Blend Gown
The summer guest dress-of-dreams.
Aje
Clarice Pleated Linen-Blend Maxi Dress
Add orange heels and gold jewellery.
Aje
Palladium Ruffled Mini Dress
Add tights and a faux fur coat if it's chilly.
6. Omnes
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Omnes is another London-based labelthat is committed to sustainable practices, andit's known for its colourful satin slip and wrap dresses in pretty hues and floral prints.
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Omnes
Nova Tie Back Dress in Fern Green
Such a stunning colour.
Omnes
Uma One Shoulder Dress In Purple Print
The one shoulder is back.
Omnes
Marin Twist Front Dress in Lime
How beautifulis this lime green!?
7. Victoria Beckham
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Victoria Beckham is a go-to for classic, but beautiful, evening dresses, making it a no-brainer choice for wedding guest dresses. If you can afford to spend £1000 on a dress, you can’t go wrong with Victoria Beckham.
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Victoria Beckham
Frame Detail Cut-Out Cami Dress In Ice
A very cool take on wedding guest style.
Victoria Beckham
Gathered Waist Midi Dress In Papaya
This one also comes in seven other colours.
Victoria Beckham
Frame Detail Sleeveless Dress In Black
Of course VB has the perfect black dress.
8. The Vampire's Wife
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The brand first began gaining momentum back in 2017 when the likes ofAlexa Chung,Sienna Millerand Keira Knightley, as well as a legion of high-profile influencers,all wore the brand's Festival dress on repeat. Owing to itsuniversally flattering shape—a simple round neck, nipped-in waist, midi-length skirt and elbow-length sleeves adorned with frilly cuffs—it's little wonder it became an It-girl favourite.
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The Vampire's Wife
The Falconetti Dress
Metallics are everywhere for spring/summer.
The Vampire's Wife
The Confessional Balloon-Sleeve Velvet Gown
The attention-to-detail is stunning
The Vampire's Wife
The Villanelle Floral-Print Cotton Midi Dress
The perfect party dress across all seasons.
9. Zimmermann
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Australian brand Zimmermann is a brilliant choice for anyoutdoor weddings, as it creates beautiful printed gowns that wouldn’t look out of place on a beach or natural landscape.
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Zimmermann
Matchmaker Double-Breasted Printed Linen Blazer
No brand does pretty prints quite like Zimmermann. Case in point: thislinen blazer.
Zimmermann
Matchmaker Midi Dress
The 3D florals are so pretty.
Zimmermann
Lexi Belted Floral-Print Linen Midi Dress
This doubles up as a great holiday dress.
10. Ghost
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British brand Ghost has had a rebrand over the past few years and now is a fashion-editor favourite for dresses under £200. You can find floral midis or expensive-looking slip dresses in soft, muted colours, making it a classic choice for bridesmaids and wedding guests.
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Ghost
Emily Dress
This dress comes in so many beautiful colours, but thislilac shade is my favourite.
Ghost
Addison Dress
This elevated slip dress has my vote.
Ghost
Etta Dress
Aneffortless option that can be easily dressed up or down.
11. Taller Marmo
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Taller Marmo creates amazing silk kaftans, referencing designs from the ’70s. If you’re going to a black-tie wedding, you won’t find anything more glamorous than one ofits gowns.
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Taller Marmo
Moon Belted Crepe Kaftan
SO gorgeous.
TALLER MARMO
Gina Feather-Trimmed Crepe Mini Dress
Ideal as an evening guest.
Taller Marmo
Rio Feather-Trimmed Crepe Midi Dress
Wow, just wow.
12. Never Fully Dressed
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Never Fully Dressed is known for vibrant, retro prints, and many of its key designs are also included in the curve selection, which goes up to a size 24.
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Never Fully Dressed
Cream Mosaic Plate 55 Jacket
Such a fun co-ord.
Never Fully Dressed
Red Bandana Clash Emma Dress
Print clashing made easy.
Never Fully Dressed
Pink Stripe Elisa Trousers
The perfect alternative to a dress.
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