One of the things that sets the tone most for a wedding is the dress. It often dictates where the wedding is held and the type of dress code that follows for the guests. Recently, we've seen a flood of weddings where the wedding dress is just one of the looks that the bride focuses on throughout the wedding weekend. With the rise of the reception look, more brides are opting for after-party dresses to change into following the ceremony. Often, pieces that are less traditional, infusing current trends, shorter hemlines, and feel primed to get the party portion of the wedding going.
If you're looking for a dress to change into for your wedding reception, I've pulled together a list of the best after-party bridal looks to shop. From '90s-inspired satin mini hemlines and ornately-embroidered sequin styles to halterneck silhouettes and dresses finished in a soft pastel for your something blue, there are options for every bride. Ahead, the best reception dresses to add to your wedding weekend wardrobe.
Christopher Esber has so many great options for the fashion bride.
This halterneck dress has a cool-girl feel.
A twist on a classic.
Peak cool bride.
Something blue.
An incredibly chic option from Bevza.
This would look gorgeous with some simple strappy heels.
TWP is the brand the NYC set is talking about.
For a beach setting.
If you're looking for a sophisticated take on mini dress, look no further.
Yet another beautiful design by Christopher Esber.
This ruching, though.
This is sure to get the after party started.
A similar idea executed in a maxi version.
A mini dress you can wear beyond the wedding.
A minimal, sophisticated choice.
Soft pink adds a bit of romance.
Finished with a micro hemline.
Khaite has never done us wrong, and this gazar dress is a prime example of that.
Switch into something you can dance in.
For the bride who prefers a pop of color..
An updated take on a slip dress.
Someone needs to snap up this past season Prada find.
For the modest bride.
Chic.
A showstopper.
The embroidery!
Reformation always has new arrivals designed with weddings in mind.
Another fun way to incorporate your something blue.
Minimalist sequins are a great choice.
Beyond.
Designed with a rosette and a bow.
A great excuse to wear Alaïa.
Finished with a built-in scarf detail.
Classic.
A mini dress for the classic bride.
Yet another beautiful execution of sequins.
Well, isn't this fun.
Another Prada option I had to add in.
Very '90s.
Pretty.
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