So you want to wear a versatile dress on your special day? We're not just talking movable, easy to dance in, and matches well with your wedding shoes [1]. We mean functional — the type of design you can repeat later on for a beach vacation or at your best friend's nuptials. Hey, we don't blame you. There's nothing wrong with giving up the voluminous, floor-sweeping skirt you might just wear once for a number that could hang among the rest of your wardrobe after the reception.
When you choose any of the pieces here, you won't feel guilty splurging on something you can repurpose. Better yet, these cocktail dresses, jumpsuits, and maxis all feature standout details like a statement bow around the waist or a strappy, eye-catching back [2] that promise you the spotlight. Whether you're the one walking down the aisle [3] or you just showed up for the party, you're going to love how you feel in these looks.
ASOS Wedding Corsage Cami Tiered Midi Dress [4] ($98)
Jarlo Makena Plunge Front Maxi Dress With Exaggerated Frill [5] ($198)
Kate Spade Double Bow Back Dress [6] ($448)
Reformation Francesca Dress [7] ($488)
Zimmermann Sueded Balconette Dress [8] ($480)
Alice + Olivia Juelia Cutout Embroidered Tulle Dress [9] ($485)
Self-Portrait Off-the-Shoulder Chiffon Lace-Trim Gown, Off White [10] ($1,020)
ASOS Lace Up Back Caftan Sleeve Midi Dress [11] ($62)
Calvin Klein Collection Silk Blend Satin Slip Dress [12] ($2,595)
DKNY Sleeveless Draped Crepe Midi Dress, White [13] ($355)
Rebecca Taylor Embroidered Cotton Midi Dress [14] ($475)
Mara Hoffman Metallic Wrap Dress [15] ($228)
Ready to Wed Women's Bliss Monique Lhuillier Guipure Lace & Silk Gazar Side Cutout Tea Length Dress [16] ($3,400)
Club Monaco Christer Dress [17] ($395)
Lela Rose Full Sleeve Dress [18] ($1,295)
Reformation Harper Two-Piece [19] ($428)
J.Crew Adrienne Gown [20] ($550)
Zara Linen Jumpsuit [21] ($100)
Alexis Maylina Sleeveless Grecian Lace Jumpsuit, Ivory [22] ($656)
Jonathan Simkhai 3D Mesh One-Sleeve Jumpsuit [23] ($795)
Club L Maxi Dress With Long Fluted Sleeves [24] ($90)
Free People Juliet Bodycon Dress [25] ($350)
Marchesa Notte Beaded Strapless Jumpsuit [26] ($995)
Tibi One-Shoulder Silk Crepe De Chine Midi Dress [27] ($795)
Monique Lhuillier One-Shoulder Metallic Ball Gown [28] ($798)
Rosetta Getty Satin Panel Split Front Cloqué Gown [29] ($2,775)
RED Valentino Crochet Contrast Tie Midi Dress [30] ($995)
Self-Portrait Victoria Tiered-Pleated Crepe de Chine Dress [31] ($460)
Jonathan Simkhai Contoured Mesh Trumpet Hem Dress: White [32] ($945)
Dolce & Gabbana Nude Sleeveless Lace Dress [33] ($3,295)
ASOS Bridal Scattered 3D Floral Flutter Sleeve Maxi Dress [34] ($292)