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I Spent Hours Searching Amazon for the Best Summer Wedding Guest Dresses Under $50—Here Are My Top 12 Picks
It's exciting to share a couple's special day with them, but attending a wedding—especially multiple ceremonies in a short period of time—can be costly when you factor in travel, gifts, and your wedding guest dress. I'm attending two weddings this summer (including one in Europe), and I was able to cut costs by looking for summer wedding guest dresses at Amazon.
I didn't have to spend my entire paycheck to find stylish dresses for these weddings, the retailer has options under $50 that are elegant enough to wear to any nuptials. Amazon's fashion hub is stocked with hundreds of options, including sleeveless and halter dresses in midi, maxi, and short lengths. Below, find 12 top-rated styles you'll want to wear beyond the weddings on your calendar.
This high-neck maxi dress oozes effortless elegance with its subtle ruching and fitted skirt. It comes in 23 colors, including summer-approved shades like hot pink and cherry red. One Amazon shopper who feels like 'it's hard to find a dress that's elegant but makes you feel confident,' wore it to a wedding and loved how lightweight and comfortable it felt. Another reviewer wore it for a wedding and compared its coziness to a T-shirt dress.
A little black dress is a wardrobe essential that'll come in handy when you have a lot of weddings on the calendar. This mini dress can be worn for occasions with more cocktail dress codes, and it doesn't take up too much space in a suitcase, according to one reviewer.
This one-shoulder dress has caught shoppers' attention, with more than 1,000 already purchased this month. It's easy to see why, too. The dress has a tiered maxi skirt and lightweight fabric, and it comes in several vibrant floral patterns. The shoulder knot is also adjustable, so you can make the dress a couple of inches longer if you need.
Instead of investing in a wedding guest dress you wear once, grab this versatile floral option that can be dressed up and down. It has 'very breathable' fabric to keep you comfortable in the heat and has a front tie you can tighten for a more cinched look. Dress it up with a pair of heels for your more formal events, or pair it with sandals for brunch with friends.
This dress is guaranteed to help you exude a polished and sophisticated vibe. It has a mockneck design and graceful draping for a more unique look. It's also warm weather-approved by one reviewer, who wore it to a summer wedding and 'never felt hot.'
This maxi dress has a one-shoulder design that has a gorgeous oversized bow and ruching along the side. The fabric has some stretch, according to one shopper, so you won't feel restricted. Another reviewer even wore it to a beach wedding and said it was comfortable and flattering.
Flowy fabric is essential for hot summer weddings if you want to stay comfortable. Reviewers praise this dress for the 'very lightweight' material and built-in slip that ensures it's not see-through, so you can (comfortably) dance the night away.
If you're heading to a destination wedding, you can count on this dress to remain 'wrinkle-free' right out of your suitcase. The flowy skirt and sleeveless design will also help keep you cool during any outdoor ceremonies.
It'll be hard not to make a statement in this floral midi dress. It has a tie-front design you can make into a bow for a more romantic look. One reviewer wore it to a wedding in Mexico and said it had a 'silky smooth' feel that was better quality than a similar style they bought for double the price.
Nearly 15,000 shoppers have given this maxi dress a five-star rating for its 'expensive' look at a wallet-friendly price. It has a floor-length skirt that's tall person-friendly and a ruffle side slit that gives it an elevated touch, making it perfect for black tie weddings.
This floral maxi dress is so soft, comfortable, and fashionable that some shoppers are buying it in multiple colors. It has adjustable straps to make sure the fit is just how you want it, and it features a front slit that'll let you show off your shoes while allowing some air to flow around your legs. One shopper who considers themself a 'shortie' even noted that the length was perfect.
Another wedding guest dress you can wear beyond ceremonies is this polished off-the-shoulder style. It comes in a simple ribbed fabric that makes it versatile whether you dress it up with a pair of heels and necklaces, or pair it with sandals and sunglasses for a nice beachside lunch. One reviewer said the lightweight material was perfect for a wedding in hot weather, while another traveler who took it on a cruise said it didn't hold wrinkles, which makes it perfect for packing.
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