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Once you’ve received the invitation and RSVP’ed yes to that romantic beachside ceremony or backyard nuptials, it’s time to find the perfect outfit. The best summer wedding guest dresses ensure that you’ll make a subtle statement that won’t upstage the bride while also guaranteeing you’ll receive several compliments. How does one accomplish such a worthy feat? It’s all in the details.

Vogue’s Favorite Summer Wedding Guest Dresses

• The Ethereal Ruffles: Ulla Johnson Florella ruffled silk-chiffon gown, $1,350
• The Forever Floral: Reformation Silvana floral georgette dress, $298
• The Pretty Pastel: Aje strapless layered chiffon gown, $699
• The Polkadot Maxi: J.Crew strapless bow-back maxi dress, $173
• The Strapless Number: Cara Cara Willa dress, $895
• The Sumptuous Silk: Rodarte floral-print silk midi dress, $1,675
• The Fringe Frill: Taller Marmo Palermo fringed crepe midi dress, $940
• The Abstract Print: Siedrés Lucien dress, $707
• The Sweet Print: Posse Paloma voile maxi dress, $470

Something as simple as choosing a rich, vibrant color or bold pattern could do the trick—like an effortless cascading ruffle gown by Delphine or an elegant butter yellow dress by Tove. Since the occasion is a celebration of love, this is the perfect time to lean into romantic elements as well, from Bernadette’s tonal florals to the elegant pleating in Amur’s signature frocks.