If you've found yourself on the receiving end of a "casual" wedding invite, you're likely wondering, "what the heck do I wear?!". Yes, the rules have evolved in terms of what is appropriate to witness "I do's" in, but a casual wedding can still feel like a humdinger. First of all, how casual is casual? Is a dress required? If so, do cotton or linen fabrics fly? What about a shorter hemline? So. Many. Questions.
This time of year, a laid-back wedding dress code is an opportunity to explore all those summery dresses [1] you've been tempted by, but haven't quite known where or when to wear them. Silhouettes with puffy sleeves and ruffles feel so romantic, yet relaxed with simple heels or metallic sandals. Punchy prints and bright colours are festive and fun, but feel decidedly low-key in easy fabrics like cotton or linen with raffia mules or so-now naked sandals to finish. If you can't resist the drama of a maxi silhouette, opt for a natural beauty look to avoid feeling fussy or overdone.
Whatever your wedding-guest [2] style is, ahead, discover 25 super-pretty dresses that are perfect to wear to a casual ceremony, including fun and flattering styles for curvy figures [3]. The best part? They're all under $100! Meaning, you may want to stock up on a few of your favourites — the under $52 POPSUGAR collection at Kohl's [4] styles are particularly hard to resist.
After the wedding, re-wear whatever style you choose sneakers [5] for the ultimate in casual-chic style through the end of Summer and beyond.
POPSUGAR Ruffle Trim Swing Dress
POPSUGAR Ruffle Trim Swing Dress [6] ($37, originally $50)
LOFT Plus Linen Blend Halter Dress
LOFT Plus Linen Blend Halter Dress [7] ($80, originally $90)
Mango Floral Wrap Dress
Mango Floral Wrap Dress [8] ($70)
Eloquii Belted Dress with Ruffles
Eloquii Belted Dress with Ruffles [9] ($90)
Zara Floral Print Dress
Zara Floral Print Dress [10] ($70)
POPSUGAR Plus Size Belted Maxi Dress
POPSUGAR Plus Size Belted Maxi Dress [11] ($51, originally $68)
Wilfred Destination Floral Slip Midi Dress
Wilfred Destination Floral Slip Midi Dress
[12] ($50, originally $158 )
Bershka Floral Dress
Bershka Floral Dress [13] ($50)
Row A Floral Smocked Waist Sundress
Row A Floral Smocked Waist Sundress [14] ($49)
POPSUGAR Button Up Midi Dress
POPSUGAR Button Up Midi Dress [15] ($45, originally $60)
& Other Stories Puff Sleeve Mini Dress
& Other Stories Puff Sleeve Mini Dress [16] ($69)
4SI3NNA Flower Sketch Sundress
4SI3NNA Flower Sketch Sundress [17] ($79)
POPSUGAR Plus Size Ruffle Sleeve Dress
POPSUGAR Plus Size Ruffle Sleeve Dress [18] ($40, originally $54)
Love Sadie Ruffle Maxi Dress
Love Sadie Ruffle Maxi Dress [19] ($27)
ASTR the Label Lace Midi Dress
ASTR the Label Lace Midi Dress [20] ($59, originally $89)
Ava & Viv Plus Size Printed Off the Shoulder Dress
Ava & Viv Plus Size Printed Off the Shoulder Dress [21] ($40)
Pull&Bear Mini Dress With Gathered Waist
Pull&Bear Mini Dress With Gathered Waist [22] ($30)
WAYF Issy Ruffle Midi Dress
WAYF Issy Ruffle Midi Dress [23] ($99)
Topshop Tall Blue Floral Sleeveless Dress
Topshop Tall Blue Floral Sleeveless Dress [24] ($75)
ASOS DESIGN Curve Button Through Maxi Tea Dress
ASOS DESIGN Curve Button Through Maxi Tea Dress [25] ($56)
Petite LC Lauren Conrad Ruffle Halter Ruffle Wrap Dress
Petite LC Lauren Conrad Ruffle Halter Ruffle Wrap Dress [26] ($33, originally $68)
Urban Outfitters Positano Tie-Shoulder Midi Dress
Urban Outfitters Positano Tie-Shoulder Midi Dress [27] ($49, originally $79)
Leith Knot Front Dot Print Midi Dress
Leith Knot Front Dot Print Midi Dress [28] ($69)
A New Day Ruffle Short Sleeve V-Neck Button Front Midi Dress
A New Day Ruffle Short Sleeve V-Neck Button Front Midi Dress [29] ($25)
Live To Be Spoiled Button Front Floral Print Maxi Dress
Live To Be Spoiled Button Front Floral Print Maxi Dress [30] ($40, originally $58)