Yahoo Lifestyle22 Glamorous Dresses to Wear to a Black Tie Wedding
- 1/23
22 Glamorous Dresses to Wear to a Black Tie Wedding
So a fancy wedding invitation just landed at your front door, and now you're wondering what the heck to wear. As if choosing a dress for a winter, spring, summer, or fall wedding wasn't already hard enough, having to decide on a formal frock for a black-tie affair can instantly up the intimidation factor. No need to fret: There are tons of flattering wedding guest dresses perfectly suited for swankier affairs, no matter the season. The key here is to go for glitz and glamour, and opt for ankle-grazing options and opulent fabrics (think: sparkly sequins, lush velvet, and statement-making floral embroidery) that exude elegance and make you feel elevated.
From timeless black options to head-turning metallic picks and red carpet-ready off-the-shoulder silhouettes, these are the best dresses you're going to want to get all dolled up in for every black-tie wedding on your social calendar this year.
Courtesy - 2/23
1) Embellished Halter Maxi Dress
DANNIJO
shopbop.com
$725.00
Dannijo takes your average satiny halter dress and levels it up with a gorgeous crystal-encrusted strap and criss-cross back. It's a sultry visual, yet elegantly understated for all formal affairs.
shopbop.com - 3/23
2) The Light Sleeper Ruffled Wool-Blend Lamé Gown
THE VAMPIRE'S WIFE
net-a-porter.com
$3150.00
Kate Middleton wore this metallic pink gown last year on her royal tour of the Caribbean, and we haven't been able to stop thinking about it since. Take a page out of the Princess's stylish handbook and make this your pick for the upcoming wedding on your agenda.
net-a-porter.com - 4/23
3) BHLDN Cali Satin Charmeuse Midi Dress
BHLDN
anthropologie.com
$168.00
You can't go wrong with a classic, and by that, we mean a cowl neck slip dress. They're minimalist, elegant, and oh-so-sexy (but in a refined way), and are a style you'll have in rotation for years to come.
anthropologie.com - 5/23
4) Jenny Yoo Logan Velvet Dress
Jenny Yoo
anthropologie.com
$290.00
This yummy velvet dress with a deep V-neckline is just begging to be worn to your next winter wedding.
anthropologie.com - 6/23
5) Women's Diane Pleated Satin Gown
Vera Wang Bride
saksfifthavenue.com
$495.00
This fit and flare ball gown is regal and one-of-a-kind but understated enough that it won't upstage the bride. Oh, and did we mention the dress has pockets? One word: Game-changer.
saksfifthavenue.com - 7/23
6) Athena One-Shoulder Maxi Dress
Ramy Brook
ramybrook.com
$139.00
With a one-shoulder design and dramatic draping overlay, this Ramy Brook maxi is truly fit for a goddess. Pair with strappy heels for an effortless finish.
ramybrook.com - 8/23
7) Waldorf Dress
Retrofête
retrofete.com
$595.00
When we think black tie attire, we think sophisticated with a side of sass. This bronzed beauty with a sexy side slit is exactly what we had in mind.
retrofete.com - 9/23
8) Ubud Feather-Trimmed Gown
Taller Marmo
mytheresa.com
$1673.00
Everything from the asymmetrical hemline to the frilly feather-trimmed details makes this dress extra... but in the best possible way. Wear it when you want that extra oomph factor.
mytheresa.com - 10/23
9) Norma Kamali Diana Gown
Norma Kamali
revolve.com
$215.00
Between the one-shoulder silhouette and the flattering ruched detailing, it's hard not to see why this Norma Kamali dress is a fan favorite. Better still: It comes in a rainbow of shades, so you can find one that perfectly complements your style.
revolve.com - 11/23
10) Katie Gown
Rebecca Vallance
rebeccavallance.com
$999.00
Statement shoulders are having a moment in a big way, and what better time to take the style for a spin than at a black-tie wedding?
rebeccavallance.com - 12/23
11) Finley sequined gown
Jonathan Simkhai
mytheresa.com
$837.00
One thing's for sure: You'll certainly be the star of the dance floor when you wear this figure-hugging sparkly number.
mytheresa.com - 13/23
12) Brielle Floral Strapless Gown
Sachin & Babi
nordstrom.com
$850.00
When in doubt, stick to florals. This breezy strapless gown is an unpredictable option during the thick of winter, but a seasonally appropriate choice when spring is in the air.
nordstrom.com - 14/23
13) Velvet Flared Gown
Bronx and Banco
revolve.com
$895.00
Want to take your winter glam up a notch? This luscious burgundy dress with all-over ruffles and a gold embellished waist is just the ticket.
revolve.com - 15/23
14) Women's Sienna Satin Halterneck Gown
Galvan
saksfifthavenue.com
$1595.00
A simple slinky dress in a seasonless neutral hue is a foolproof choice no matter the time of year.
saksfifthavenue.com - 16/23
15) Strapless Column Gown
Aidan by Aidan Mattox
saksfifthavenue.com
$245.00
A little bit feminine, a little bit borrowed from the boys, this strapless tuxedo-style gown is the perfect mix of trendy and classy.
saksfifthavenue.com - 17/23
16) The Rosella Dress
Fame and Partners
shopbop.com
$329.00
From the luxe material to the side slit for showing just the right amount of skin, everything about this slip dress and its amethyst hue is to die for.
shopbop.com - 18/23
17) Sima Midi Dress
shopbop.com - 19/23
18) Veria Silk Dress
Reformation
thereformation.com
$398.00
Flirty and feminine, this fitted halterneck dress with a sexy open back and flowy silhouette was made for endless twirling.
thereformation.com - 20/23
19) Women's Bow-Sleeve Column Gown
Aidan by Aidan Mattox
saksfifthavenue.com
$195.00
Bright and bold is the name of the game with this Pepto-pink gown with playful bow-detail sleeves.
saksfifthavenue.com - 21/23
20) Women's Glitter Pleated Tulle Dress
Markarian
saksfifthavenue.com
$898.50
Oftentimes, floor-length gowns are synonymous with a black tie dress code. But Markarian's prim and proper designs—such as this shimmering tulle cocktail dress—are proof that shorter lengths are indeed ideal for swankier soirees.
saksfifthavenue.com - 22/23
21) Mailys Convertible Dress
DIARRABLU
nordstrom.com
$195.00
The genius of this maxi? It can be wrapped and tied in 19 different ways, so you'll never get bored of wearing the same style.
nordstrom.com - 23/23
22) Strapless High/Low Ballgown
Alfred Sung
nordstrom.com
$242.00
This navy strapless gown with a modern high-low silhouette is as elegant as can be. And when paired with a punchy evening bag? Let's just say you'll be eliciting double takes wherever you're standing.
nordstrom.com
