Best Black-Tie Wedding Guest Dresses 2024 – Dresses for Black-Tie
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Windsor Store Windsor Store Fatima Sequin Cowl Neck Bodycon Formal Dress
You’ll be a showstopper in this floor-length, sequin design. I mean, look at that slit! Get into the shine! This gown is also available in red and black.
Rave Review: “The sequin gown is absolutely stunning and I’m not even a sequin person! I ordered a small which I usually do but this ran small so I had to return for medium. I will say it’s a beautiful gown and well worth the money!”
this off-the-shoulder cutie
Ella Pink Off Shoulder Formal Dress
A sweet and simple look would include this off-the-shoulder dress (also comes in blue, yellow, and black), sparkly earrings and a clutch.
Rave Review: “This is adorable! The material is super lightweight and flowy, the straps fit beautifully and it comes with a rubber part on the chest area so it doesn’t slide down! I actually loved the dress a lot more than I expected!”
Bold, statement jewelry would look so good with this best-selling satin maxi!
Rave Review: “Looks very elegant, but feels like silky pjs! Love that you can wear a regular bra with it. There’s an elastic band around the waist partition, which adds comfort & shape. Bought as an option for a black tie wedding in May. Color is a bit pinker than appears in pictures, but def still “blush”- check out other review pics for reference. I’m a S, but a size XS fits me more like it fits the model (slightly fitted in butt & hips). I would go down a size unless you have a very large chest or are looking for a looser fit in the tummy/butt area.”
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this bold column maxi
Fashion to Figure Fashion to Figure Sarai Belted Column Maxi Dress – Gabi Fresh x FTF
You’ll turn heads in this belted, column maxi dress. The color is too eye-catching to ignore!
Rave Review: “This dress is everything. When I tell you it fits me perfectly?!”
this lively dress
Lulus Lulus Elegant Moment Multi Watercolor Tie-Dye Backless Maxi Dress
We love a watercolor queen! This tie-dye piece has a special surprise for ya: IT’S BACKLESS.
Rave Review: “I bought this dress for an upcoming summer wedding, and it’s absolutely stunning. The color is so pretty and the style/cut of the dress is perfect for a wedding. I love it so much, I’ll be bringing it on my cruise this summer. Definitely recommend it for any occasion!”
this cowl cutie
ASOS Design ASOS DESIGN Curve Wrap Front Satin Midi Dress with Cowl Back Detail
Pro tip: Embrace any and every fashion moment that’ll allow you to shine like the stunner you are.
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this tulle gown
Showpo Showpo Emmary Bustier Bodice Tulle Gown in Pink
Serve a chic ballerina aesthetic in this pink tulle gown.
Rave Review: “This dress is gorgeous! I wore to a wedding and it’s super comfortable (dainty soft fabric.) I am normally an 8 and I wore a 6.”
this turtleneck gown
Norma Kamali Norma Kamali Halter Turtle Side Slit Gown
Okay, these gloves are an absolute must with this turtleneck gown.
this gold one
Mac Duggal Mac Duggal Metallic Column Gown
Go for gold in this metallic wonder. Keep your accessorizing simple with dainty gold jewelry.
Rave Review: “The dress is beautiful and more of a bronze gold. The straps are very long and will need to be adjusted. It does run big! So size down if you can.”
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this strapless slip
Resa Resa Anna Slip in Sage
While I always encourage going all out for a black-tie wedding, a slip dress is perf to wear if you’re looking for something simple and understated!
this pretty-in-pink pick
MAJORELLE MAJORELLE Matteson Gown in Pink
Alas, your pretty-in-pink pick! This bubblegum hue is so welcoming and the criss-cross rhinestones make for a great conversation starter (and slay, obvi!)
this voluminous maxi
& Other Stories & Other Stories Voluminous Pleated Detail Maxi Dress
Into volume? You’ll feel like a princess in this puffy pleated maxi ideal for a summer wedding.
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this high-low dress
Michael Costello Michael Costello x REVOLVE Generosity Dress in Purple
You absolutely neeeeed this fringe high-low dress! Go all out with a purple clutch and purple strappy heels for a monochromatic feel.
this absolute stunner
Alamour the Label Alamour the Label Cary – Blue
Best dressed wedding guest goes to you obviously! You’ll look like a celebrity in this baby blue crystallized gown.
this flamingo dress
BAOBAB BAOBAB Ribera Maxi Dress
This cut-out cape dress is here to save your day with an easy slay. Was that corny? LOL, sorry. JK.
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this magical moment
Saylor NYC Saylor NYC Meadow Dress
Who else is here for this cotton-candy, unicorn-vibe? You’ll be the life of the party in this rainbow dress with cut-outs!
this statement gown
Hutch Hutch Mali Gown
Found: the loudest wedding guest dress. If you’re into standing out, then this corset gown with fun brush strokes was made for you!
Rave Review: “Pretty fabric, the skirt is lined and it’s overall well-constructed! I’m 5’2” so I had to get it hemmed, but otherwise was a comfortable fit and received lots of compliments.”
Your twirl moment is here. You’ll be a vision in this pretty floral, tiered gown!
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this hand-beaded masterpiece
Onalaja Onalaja Zusi Dress
Okay, what a LOOK. How stunning is that abstract design on this sheer, hand-beaded masterpiece?
this caftan moment
Andrea Iyamah Andrea Iyamah Tibara Caftan Dress
It’s giving drama. Give off lavish “rich auntie” vibes in this gorge caftan.
Tarah-Lynn Saint-Elien is the fashion editor at Cosmopolitan, writing weighty and witty stories that run the gamut of gushing over Zendaya to convincing you of everything you need in your closet! She began her journey in the industry with a fashion and faith blog and an internship at Elle.com almost 10 years ago. Since then, she’s also served as the style editor at The Haitian Times. The Haitian-American pageant queen is a Syracuse Masters graduate and the author of two books, including: Claim Your Crown. Follow her on Instagram and Twitter: @iamtarahlynn.