Get Ready for Wedding Season with the Perfect Plus-Size Guest Dress

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One of the best parts of attending a wedding (besides celebrating the couple's love, of course) is getting a new dress to wear for the event. You might have a vision of your ideal wedding guest look—dreamy garden floral prints, or a floaty maxi dress for a beach wedding. From waist-accentuating wrap dresses with sleeves to tiered midis and body-skimming tea-length silhouettes, there are plenty of flattering styles for plus-size curves.

Color choice is important when you start shopping. "Remember, wearing white, black, or red is a no-no," says Oprah Daily's creative director, Adam Glassman. "You never want to be too 'look at me' or sexy, as this day is for the bride to be feted. This summer, think about softer shades of pink, yellow, blue, or green, or bright bold colors. Prints always work as well. The most joyful are floral and polka dots." If you normally wear black for events, Glassman recommends trying a navy alternative.

And if you aren't sure just how dressed up you should be for a particular event, always go a little fancier than you think. "I always believe it’s better to be overdressed than under," adds Glassman. "A long gown always works. Saturday evenings are black-tie, so this dress can be formal, while day weddings lend themselves to softer, flowy maxi dresses."

Whether you're invited to a daytime ceremony or formal black-tie soiree, you'll find the best looks for your function here. Now all you have to do is RSVP.

Emerald Off-the-Shoulder Faux Wrap Dress

The sweetheart neckline and gathered skirt, which helps camouflage the midsection (if that's what you're looking for), make for a very flattering silhouette. Add some strappy sandals for a wedding party-ready outfit.

Flutter Sleeve Faux Wrap Maxi Dress

This airy, belted maxi is quite versatile and could work for daytime or evening parties. Try dressing this up with pretty heels and some larger jewelry pieces to make this really sparkle.

Twilight Dress Es

This dark blue dress is a bit of a splurge, but you'll be able to wear it to all your events this summer. Pair with a cute shrug or cardigan to make it more casual, or dress it up with your favorite stilettos for a nighttime affair.

The Odetta Ruffled V-Neck Dress

This beautiful floral gown works for a daytime or evening wedding, and it's also a perfect addition to your summer vacation wardrobe. With bold flowers, a plunging neckline, and a tiered skirt, this maxi is doing the most.

Light Up the Night Sequin Dress

Make the whole place shimmer in this shift dress that's made for a party. It's great for a function where you want to dance the night away, as this roomy mini will give you lots of room to move.

Coral Textured Pleat Mini Dress

This mini is a fun fit for a daytime wedding or for a less formal evening affair. The bold coral color is accented with feathery textured details while the cinched-in waist is a great way to show off your angles.

Flutter-Sleeve Jersey Maxi Dress

You can never go wrong with toile; the distinctive blue and white is always timeless. This maxi is ideal for casual afternoon nuptials, and you can get your money's worth by pairing it with flats and wearing it to work.

Scuba Crepe Cocktail Dress

Wear this fun, fuschia number to an evening semi-formal event. The scuba fabric is stretchy so you'll be able to dance, and it's forgiving, which is great if you tend to fluctuate in weight. The floral sleeve is bold enough that you can skip a lot of jewelry.

Long Sleeve Midi Dress

If you are always cold, this long-sleeve choice will keep your arms covered without the need for a jacket. The wrap style hugs every single curve without being overtly hot.

La Bocca Polka Dot Halter

This halter dress was made to be worn to a garden party. There's a subtle high-low hem that hits at the knee and the removable belt can be tied into a trendy bow.

Glitter Column Gown

A sparkly cold shoulder dress (available in several colors) is perfect for all your occasions. The ruched style is flattering since it doesn't fit too snugly around the stomach and hips.

Floral Voluminous Maxi Dress

Got a destination wedding in a tropical location? This tiered, printed dress is the perfect look to wear with sandals or even barefoot as your loved one strolls down the sand.

Flared Wrap Dress

The fit and flare style is timeless for a reason. This flattering shape makes waists look smaller, and this one comes in multiple colors and patterns. As a bonus, this stretchy fabric is comfortable while sitting or dancing.

Boho Floral Maxi Wrap Dress

This flowy casual look is tailor-made for an afternoon event, and you can also wear it to all of the other bridal or engagement parties you get invited to. The blue and red floral design will stand out without detracting from the guest of honor.

Sequin Formal Maxi Dress

This floor-length formal look is one you can wear year-round since it has three-quarter-length puff sleeves. It still works for summer, as the off-the-shoulder neckline will keep it from being too warm. Note that the sequins make this fabric a little less forgiving than some others on this list, so double-check the measurements before ordering.

Chevron Chiffon Midi Dress

This rose color is made for celebrating a day of love. It's a light chiffon making it breathable in summer temps while the chevron and pleats add elegant detail. If pink isn't your hue, this also comes in navy and green.

Off-Shoulder Chiffon Dress

Show off those shoulders with this dreamy lilac dress. The formal look can fit everyone from Gen-Z to mother-of-the-bride, and it comes in 20 other colors so you can find your favorite.

Maxi Dress

The A-line shape and puffed sleeves give this patterned dress a romantic feel, which is exactly what you want for a wedding. The ruched top makes it stretchy and comfortable so you can wear it all day without feeling pinched.

Halter Tie-Neck Dress

For those who want to wear black, this floral maxi is a suitable pick. The relaxed dress has a halter neckline and a slit to give you room to move around easily. Add some color with statement jewelry or bright sandals.

Royal Blue Curvy Dress

While you don't want to go too hot for a wedding, you can still have a little fun with this flattering dress that hugs your curves. The scoop neck top and draped fabric at the hips keep this from being a skin-tight look.

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