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25 Guest Dresses That Make Sense for a Winter Wedding

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Did you even attend a wedding if you didn't Instagram how good you looked, specifically in a photo booth shoot complete with quirky props? We don't think so. But the situation can be challenging when searching for a grid-worthy option that can handle a winter forecast. The solution lies with dresses that play nice with tights, long sleeves in heavy fabrics, and jewel-toned velvets that look great against a snowy backdrop. Shop our edit of 24 wedding guest dresses that won't outshine the bride—and one bonus style that does—here.

1

MUXXN Mermaid Evening Dress

Mermaid Evening Dress
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You can't really beat a $40 dress, especially one with over 1,600 glowing reviews.

2

J.Crew Bodice Metallic Dress

Bodice Metallic Dress
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Try this gilded look with all gold accessories. 

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3

Maggy London Illusion Yoke Crepe Sheath Dress

Illusion Yoke Crepe Sheath Dress
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The sultry neckline on this affordable dress is loved by over four hundred five-star reviews on Nordstrom. 

4

Wilfred Versatile Ruched Dress

Versatile Ruched Dress
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Choose your own adventure with adjustable side ties. 

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5

Jonathan Simkhai Layered Midi Dress

Layered Midi Dress
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For those who can't decide between a bodycon lace dress versus a silky slip: Wear both. 

6

Rixo Monica Knit Dress

Monica Knit Dress
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You're basically wearing a sweater to a wedding, but no one will be able to tell. 

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7

Prabal Gurung Feather-Trimmed Sequined Crepe Gown

Feather-Trimmed Sequined Crepe Gown
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If you shamefully aim to outdo the bride, this statement gown should do the trick. (Please, don't.)

8

Rasario Pleated Silk-Blend Corset Dress

Pleated Silk-Blend Corset Dress
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Stay on-trend with a sheer corset. 

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9

Banana Republic Print Puff-Sleeve Wrap Dress

Print Puff-Sleeve Wrap Dress
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Get wild on the dance floor in fiery leopard print. 

10

Alice McCall Don't Be Shy Dress

Don't Be Shy Dress
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Pair this with sparkly tights for extra coverage. 

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11

H&M Flounced Wrap Dress

Flounced Wrap Dress
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You might not need another LBD, but in case you did, this wrap style is only fifty bucks.  

12

Whistles Dagma Sequin Slip Dress

Dagma Sequin Slip Dress
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Your bod will look dipped in silver. 

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13

Wilfred One-Shoulder Mini Dress

One-Shoulder Mini Dress
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Attempt a full '80s moment with this one-shoulder mini. 

14

Michelle Mason Twisted Velvet One-Shoulder Dress

Twisted Velvet One-Shoulder Dress
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Velvet doesn't get sexier than this asymmetric number. 

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15

Maje Sequin Dress

Sequin Dress
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A flirty number like this will be so much fun to dance in. 

16

Rixo Daisy Velvet Dress

Daisy Velvet Dress
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This dress is for the grown-up goths out there. 

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17

Ulla Johnson Odile Cotton Organza Dress

Odile Cotton Organza Dress
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Make this investment worth it by rewearing this at a holiday party.

18

& Other Stories Sequin Double Breasted Blazer Dress

Sequin Double Breasted Blazer Dress
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Business meets pleasure with this sparkly blazer mini dress. 

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19

Alejandra Alonso Rojas Adella Knot Dress

Adella Knot Dress

It's a split decision on whether this dress is great, or great. 

20

Topshop Gold Ruched Dress

Gold Ruched Dress
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This super flattering dress won't constrict you, even after a third serving of cake. 

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