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The Best Fall Wedding Guest Dresses

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When you’re in a certain age group, it can feel like every single weekend is booked with wedding festivities. From engagement parties and bachelorette trips to bridal showers and rehearsal dinners, the celebrations truly seem to never end.

While this can certainly be a fun period in your life, with so many events to attend, it can also be hard to pick an outfit that you love. I certainly have no problem rewearing dresses during formal occasions, but I also know that each venue and season require a different look.

Dressing for a fall or winter wedding can feel particularly challenging — especially if the venue is outdoors. Throw in the added task of finding a dress within your budget and the pickings can become even more slim.

As we approach the cooler months, I wanted to share some fall wedding guest dresses that are stylish yet seasonally appropriate. Whether you’re attending a black tie or semi formal wedding, these are some of my favorite dresses for the season ahead.

Fall Wedding Guest Dresses

Fall Colored Wedding Guest Dresses

One way to source the perfect fall wedding guest dress is to opt for something that’s made in a seasonal color. Autumn fashion features a variety of brown, green, yellow, and rust color ways, all which are easy and fun to incorporate into your look. Jewel tones, moody floral prints, and midi dresses are all practical and in-season options as well.

As far as fabrics go, chiffon and silk both have an elegant fall feel, and ruffled and pleated textures look on-theme. Here are some of the best wedding guest dresses to wear that are in seasonal hues.

Alex Midi Dress

Envy Slip Dress

Ruffle Tiered Maxi Dress

Eden Dress

Adoni Mesh Maxi Dress

Genevieve Maxi Dress

Cut Out Midi Dress

Tropiques Maxi Dress

Petra Gown

Pleated Midi Dress

Lila Gown

Satin Cut Out Dress


Red Wedding Guest Dresses

One color that undoubtedly screams fall? Red.

A pop of red can look both seasonally appropriate and statement-making. It’s completely on theme, and in my opinion, there’s something about wearing the color that just makes you feel special.

Fall weddings are also the ideal time to bring in some texture. Look for dresses that have ruffle or tiered detailing — both add a feminine and fancy touch. Regardless of the red dress style you go with, be sure to complete your look with a pair of neutral heels and minimal accessories. This will ensure that you have a well rounded outfit that’s not too distracting or “busy.”

Ruched Square-Neck Gown

String Gather Maxi Dress

Brighton Dress

Agolde Midi Dress

Tiered Bustier Midi Dress

Demetra Dress


Bright Colored Wedding Guest Dresses

Even though it’s great to lean into a fall color palate, don’t be afraid to go big and turn heads with an unexpectedly bright color. A flashy blue, a vibrant green, or a girly pink are all good color options that are sure to score you some compliments throughout the night. Bonus: Many of these colors/dresses could also be worn to any spring occasions you have on the docket.

Pleated V-Neck Dress

Pink Mini Dress

Flowy Trapeze Mini Dress

Hattie Gown

Franny Dress


Black Wedding Guest Dresses

Black dresses will always make for chic and timeless wedding guest attire. They’re perfect for a formal wedding but they can also be reworn for other events and occasions. Plus, regardless of the dress code, black is always a safe option that you can easily dress up or down. Accessorize with statement-making heels or some fun jewelry to give your look a more personal touch.

Lazo Midi Dress

Jasmine Halter Mini Dress

Draped High-Neck Shell Midi Dress

Belle Dress

The Nour Midi Dress


Long Sleeve Wedding Guest Dresses

I think we can all agree that fall weather can be quite moody. For that reason, when attending autumnal weddings, it’s smart to consider what the temperature will be on the big day. If you feel like it might be a bit chilly or if you’re heading to an outdoor wedding, a long sleeve dress is probably your best option. These cute finds will keep you warm without sacrificing your sense of style.

Oversized Bf Shirt Flared Mini Dress

Suki Dress

Lorena Dress

Millie Maxi Dress

Sundance Maxi Dress

Nika Dress

There you have it! I hope this post helps you plan out the perfect outfit to wear to your next fall wedding. I know firsthand that wedding guest outfits can be hard to put together, but with ample planning ahead and some trial and error (thank god for free returns, am I right?) you can certainly find a dress you love.

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