While many of us think of spring and summer as wedding season, many couples are leaning into the idea of having their nuptials during the fall months. With fall ceremonies becoming more of the norm, good wedding guest dresses are in high demand. This is where I come in. As your trusted shopping-editor friend. I have already done the heavy lifting for you and spent hours scrolling through our favorite trusted retailers for the fall wedding guest dresses that will guarantee you a spot on the best dressed guest list, from a stunning satin-and-velvet dress from Anna October that I haven’t been able to stop thinking about to a few under-$100 picks from brands like Zara and Lioness that don’t sacrifice style.
Keep scrolling to see the 30 chic dresses I’m recommending for a fall wedding. You can thank me later.
SANS FAFF
Half Moon Evening Dress
If you haven’t started shopping Sans Faff yet, I’m not sure what’s stopping you. Think chic, classic, and well-made pieces you can mix and match with other Sans Faff pieces and your own closet. I’d wear this dress to a black-tie fall wedding for sure.
Line & Dot
Vestido Dalton
Reformation
Tripoli Dress
The definition of a fall wedding guest dress if you ask me.
Anna October
Carla Midi Dress
Out of all the stunning dresses I have listed here, this brown Anna October one is truly showstopping. I mean, wow.
NICHOLAS
Ellie Midi Gold Bead Dress
I love the idea of wearing this to a fall winery wedding.
I have this dress, and it looks so pretty on. Plus, I love the under-$100 price tag.
The perfect dress to wear to a fashion person’s wedding.
Zw Collection
Lace Slip Dress
Okay, I really like this one.
ZARA
Textured Floral Midi Dress
This Zara midi dress would definitely work for a wedding.
Norma Kamali
Deep Drape Neck Gown
Satin-drape necklines always look so romantic, don’t they?
Bec + Bridge
Moondance Strapless Dress
This Bec + Bridge dress will never let you down. I’ve seen so many people wear it, and it looks good on literally everyone.
Wear this to your friend’s wedding that’s really just a giant party.
ZARA
Satin Effect Open Back Dress
HOUSE OF CB
Mia Halter Stretch Crepe Sheath Cocktail Dress
I have this dress in off-white, but this plum/berry version would be great for a semiformal wedding.
This gown is this close to selling out completely. I’d move fast.
A showstopper from Staud.
This pretty drop-waist dress also comes in black, but I like the rust orange for a fall wedding.
Superdown
Juliet Midi Dress
I’m shook this dress is only $88.
Another more casual option.
LIONESS
Robe Mi-Longue Original Sin
Lioness has some surprisingly pretty dresses you could definitely get away with wearing to a wedding.
Norma Kamali
Halter Turtle Side Slit Gown
This Norma Kamali dress doesn’t quit. The open back is so good.
Reformation
Pernille Silk Dress
This silk fabric and romantic neckline make this dress perfect for a celebration of love. I’m obsessed.
If you’re attending a more low-key wedding, I’d reach for this.
ZARA
Satin Effect Open Back Midi Dress
A quick, easy, and affordable wedding guest option from Zara that doesn’t sacrifice style.
The sultry lower-back lace detail is what got me.
This dress takes no prisoners.
Zw Collection
Printed Dress
I could see some of my friends wearing this printed dress.
Zw Collection
Wrinkled Satin Effect Dress
HOUSE OF CB
Beau Corset Pleated Sleeveless Maxi Dress
This pleated, sleeveless dress from House of CB would be stunning at a fall wedding.