8 Dresses to Get You Through Wedding Season in NYC

Published May 3, 2019

Ah, summer weekends: filled with the promise of beach days, lazy nights…oh, and a few million weddings from now through September. But hey, we’ll take any excuse to buy a new dress (or three). Here’s how to be the best-dressed guest at every kind of New York wedding.

Nordstrom

The Waterfront Venue In Long Island City

Nothing complements skyline views like a classic LBD (and an open bar).

Topshop ($68)

Eloquii

The Low-key Downtown Affair

After nailing your witness duties at City Hall, you’re headed to the West Village for a celebratory lunch. Keep it simple with an effortless wrap dress.

Eloquii ($90)

Revolve

The Dreamy Garden Gathering

It’s not a rule that you have to wear florals and/or ruffles to a garden wedding. But why fight the urge when it feels so right?

House of Harlow 1960 ($248)

Saks Fifth Avenue

The Posh Manhattan Blowout

The dress code is black tie. The champagne is Moët. And your gown is a stunner.

Aidan Mattox ($420)

Net-a-Porter

The Hamptons Bash

When the invitation says something nonsensical like “beach formal,” throw on a caftan-esque mini and some sand-friendly block heels and call it a day.

Celia Dragouni ($235)

Shopbop

The Rustic Barn Upstate

What goes with fireflies, mason jars and a bonfire? A carefree eyelet frock—that looks just as good with bare feet as it does with heels.

Loveshackfancy ($545)

Nordstrom

The Converted Brooklyn Warehouse

Dainty and demure? Please. This calls for a killer jumpsuit (that makes your legs look miles long) and a pair of statement earrings.

Reformation ($198)

Revolve

The Destination Wedding

Your best bet is something made of travel-friendly, wrinkle-resistant material…just kidding. This is your time to wear something totally stunning that’ll shine against whatever exotic backdrop you’re headed to.

Bec & Bridge ($600)

Carolyn Kuang-chen Stanley

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From 2016-2019 Carolyn Kuang-chen Stanley held the role of Editor covering food, travel and all things nyc.

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