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20 Stylish Dresses to Wear to a Summer Wedding

Frocks for every kind of summer affair, from casual beach parties to black-tie soirées.

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Summer is on its way and with that comes peak wedding season. While beautiful ceremonies and buzzing receptions are always a blast, they are infinitely more fun when you don't have to spend all of your time stressing about what you are going to wear.

These dresses provide every option one could need. From flirty minidresses to floaty gowns and maxis and pretty prints to eye-catching brights, the styles we've gathered run the gamut to make sure you look stylish for whatever wedding season throws your way.

Orange Crush

Alejandra Alonso Rojas charlott orange fringe gown

charlott orange fringe gown
Orange Crush

Alejandra Alonso Rojas charlott orange fringe gown

$2,595 at alejandraalonsorojas.com

Between the silk top, the crochet bottom, and the vivid orange hue this dress is a winner all around.

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Evening Affair

Silvia Tcherassi Dafne Abstract Wave Halter Gown

Dafne Abstract Wave Halter Gown
Evening Affair

Silvia Tcherassi Dafne Abstract Wave Halter Gown

With a halter neck, an abstract print, and ruching at the waist this stunner by Silvia Tcherassi will surely give fellow revelers something to talk about.

Boho

Zimmermann Devi Silk Halter High-Low Dress

Devi Silk Halter High-Low Dress
Boho

Zimmermann Devi Silk Halter High-Low Dress

Perfect for a breezy beachside affair, this marigold Zimmermann frock gives easy glamour. All you need is a raffia accessory and oversized shades for the ceremony.

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Seasonless

La Ligne Fabiana Dress

Fabiana Dress
Seasonless

La Ligne Fabiana Dress

Now 65% Off

The ruching and smocked panels of this dress make it the perfect waist-cincher. But the fact that its relatively seasonless because of the navy shade? Well, that's perfect.

Fabulously Flirty

Alejandra Alonso Rojas Tie-Front Halterneck Dress

Tie-Front Halterneck Dress
Fabulously Flirty

Alejandra Alonso Rojas Tie-Front Halterneck Dress

It's safe to say that the color of the season is orange, and the halter neck is back and better than ever. Case in point: this midi dress which you know will look as delightful in the sunset pics as it does when you hit the dance floor.

Palm Print

Socialite Socialite Ruffle Faux Wrap Sundress

Socialite Ruffle Faux Wrap Sundress
Palm Print

Socialite Socialite Ruffle Faux Wrap Sundress

For an outdoor wedding, we can think nothing better than dressing for the environment.

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Romantic

Aje Aje Horizon Pleated Ruffle Cocktail Dress

Aje Horizon Pleated Ruffle Cocktail Dress
Romantic

Aje Aje Horizon Pleated Ruffle Cocktail Dress

Now 63% Off

Your classic pleated ruffle cocktail dress that will take you from fete to fete, in a fun color no less. We dare you to resist.

Versatile

FARM Rio FARM Rio Ruffle Midi Dress

FARM Rio Ruffle Midi Dress
Versatile

FARM Rio FARM Rio Ruffle Midi Dress

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Every closet needs a not-quite floor length dress that you can pair with flats for a more casual effect, but add heels and boom you have yourself an evening appropriate look.

LKRBG

Gabriela Hearst Mila Dress

Mila Dress
LKRBG

Gabriela Hearst Mila Dress

There's glamour and then there's low-key-rich-bitch-glamour and this knit dress falls squarely in the category of the latter.

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Color of the Season

MARKARIAN Anthea off-the-shoulder draped silk-chiffon gown

Anthea off-the-shoulder draped silk-chiffon gown
Color of the Season

MARKARIAN Anthea off-the-shoulder draped silk-chiffon gown

Now 35% Off

For that wedding where you need to look absolutely stunning, even though you're not in the bridal party, we give you this Markarian showstopper.

A-Line Classic

J.Crew Collection Sweetheart A-Line Dress

Collection Sweetheart A-Line Dress
A-Line Classic

J.Crew Collection Sweetheart A-Line Dress

Want to go a bit more '50s A-line? We give you this peachy pink number with a sweetheart neckline.

Prim & Proper

Erdem Evora draped taffeta and embroidered cotton faille dress

Evora draped taffeta and embroidered cotton faille dress
Prim & Proper

Erdem Evora draped taffeta and embroidered cotton faille dress

For the classic summer garden wedding, we give you this perfectly draped Erdem midi dress, that balances whimsy with classic lines artfully. A+

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Ultra Glamorous

TOM FORD One-shoulder draped silk-satin gown

One-shoulder draped silk-satin gown
Ultra Glamorous

TOM FORD One-shoulder draped silk-satin gown

Need to kick things into high gear? Go with one-shouldered and draped Tom Ford in the perfect shade of green.

Romantic

OSCAR DE LA RENTA Embellished embroiderd silk-chiffon gown

Embellished embroiderd silk-chiffon gown
Romantic

OSCAR DE LA RENTA Embellished embroiderd silk-chiffon gown

Nothing says romance quite like an empire waist and floral bloom beading. Naturally, this stunner by ODLR has both, and as a bonus you get to be the happy couple's "something blue."

Head-Turner

Tory Burch Layered Hand-Done Mirrored Silk Dress

Layered Hand-Done Mirrored Silk Dress
Head-Turner

Tory Burch Layered Hand-Done Mirrored Silk Dress

Catch the light with a stunning hand-embellished Tory Burch dress that gives modern taste.

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Wear Anywhere

J.Crew Amber slip dress in cupro blend

Amber slip dress in cupro blend
Wear Anywhere

J.Crew Amber slip dress in cupro blend

In every wardrobe there exists a dress that can be worn to any occasion depending on the jewelry and shoes paired with it. This slip dress is it.

Cocktail Appropriate

Dress the Population Catalina Fit & Flare Cocktail Dress

Dress the Population Catalina Fit & Flare Cocktail Dress
Cocktail Appropriate

Dress the Population Catalina Fit & Flare Cocktail Dress

A bold, tangerine shade gives this dress maximum impact.

LBD

Donna Ricco Cupcake Hem Scuba Sheath Dress

Donna Ricco Cupcake Hem Scuba Sheath Dress
LBD

Donna Ricco Cupcake Hem Scuba Sheath Dress

Add a touch of fun to your black tie look with this simple sheath with a festive, ruffly hem.

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Best Lace Dress

MEROKEETY Sleeveless Lace Floral Elegant Cocktail Dress

Sleeveless Lace Floral Elegant Cocktail Dress
Best Lace Dress

MEROKEETY Sleeveless Lace Floral Elegant Cocktail Dress

Now 24% Off

No matter the dress code, lace is always the right answer.

Best Little Black Dress

Black Halo Women's Jackie O Belted Dress

Black Halo Women's Jackie O Belted Dress
Best Little Black Dress

Black Halo Women's Jackie O Belted Dress

Give your LBD a little update with the asymmetrical neckline of these sleek, belted dress.

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Lauren Hubbard is a freelance writer and Town & Country contributor who covers beauty, shopping, entertainment, travel, home decor, wine, and cocktails.

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