I'm a fashion editor and these are the wedding guest dresses on my wishlist for summer - they're all under £100 but look so chic

Daily Mail​

23-05-2025

It's an annual dilemma and the one question I am asked most as a fashion editor: where can you buy the best wedding guest dresses?
When I say 'best' I mean affordable yet quality, flattering yet comfortable and something that's contemporary enough to wear now and whip out again when you get your next invite.
Finding one is tricky enough, but if like one of my colleagues you have seven separate ceremonies to attend this summer, you might need multiple purse friendly styles that won't blow the budget.
Having scoured the high street, these are the top 10 styles to shop now - and they're all less than £100.
Nobody's Child
£99 Shop
This chocolate bandeau polka dot number is one of my favourite finds to date. The ruched bodice is ultra flattering and the flare circle skirt makes it perfect for sitting, eating and dancing. Nobody's Child is an expert when it comes to the midi silhouette - and if you don't like this print or colourway, it happens to come in 9 other iterations and all go up to a size 18.
New Look
New Look has a whole section dedicated to the cause, with 298 dress suggestions in the wedding guest edit starting at just £19.99. But the winner is this pistachio green linen number. The puff sleeves and underbust cut out are right on the money and the clever asymmetric panelling will skim curves and bumps. The best bit? It's less than £50.
Mango
Mango 's offering is always plentiful when it comes to occasion dressing. Ignore anyone that says you can't wear black to a wedding - you can. But avoid ditsy florals - or risk appearing outdated. Opt for graphic prints like this one instead. The asymmetric shoulder straps and hemline make it look far more expensive than it is and this colour will work for the winter months too.
H&M
This tangerine satin kaftan is draped in all the right places and the sleeves are perfect for when the weather isn't playing ball. I would style this with gold metallic mules and a raffia clutch to amp up the luxe White Lotus feel to this design.
& Other Stories
£97 Shop
Heading for a hot destination? This fuschia cotton maxi with a dropped A-line waist will keep you looking and feeling cool. All this dress needs is a pair of statement studs and for a final flourish, match your lipstick to it.
£89 Shop
Omnes make some of the best slinky slip dresses you can get for under £100 - I have my eye on the blue two tone Maggy version with a sultry cut out at the front and back. It comes in a magenta and red colour combination too.
F&F at Tesco
Finally F&F at Tesco is available to shop online! Run, don't walk when it comes to this micro polka dot flutter sleeve midi. It's a steal for less than £30, plus this shape and print will still be around next summer.
George at ASDA
£24 Shop
Speaking of supermarkets, George at ASDA doesn't disappoint either - especially when it comes to occasionwear. You can't go wrong with a plain red dress and even better, this one comes with pretty twist straps, a cowl neckline and clever ruching around the waist to flatter your stomach. And for just £24, you could buy it in the sage green or pale pink too. Bravo, George!
Friends Like These
£59 Shop
Lipsy's diffusion line, Friends Like These, does must-have occasionwear. This chiffon blue floral style with angel sleeves and delicate lace trim detailing is sure to garner compliments. Plus, it comes in petite sizing.
Never Fully Dressed
£99 Shop
As soon as temperatures rise, I scroll Never Fully Dressed flirty, fun summer dresses and holiday packing. This red and pink colour clashing Valentine smock dress will look gorgeous with a tan and a pair of leopard print kitten heels to match the trim of the design.