Cool Brides Will Love These Engagement Party Dresses
Because the holidays are the unofficial time of year for announcing engagements, the months that follow are filled with parties to celebrate the occasion. Engagement parties are often thought of as the first major event of wedding celebrations, so it comes as no surprise that choosing the right dress can feel stressful. But lucky for you, we've taken the guesswork out of searching to bring you the coolest (and chicest) options out there.
Whether you're a guest at the party or the bride-to-be, keep the level of formalness in mind when planning your look. Want to see some of the best engagement party dresses on the market right now? Keep scrolling to find your perfect match.
Calling all spring brides. This shade of pink is too good to pass up.Available in sizes 2 to 10.
We love the ruching and floral embroidery on this one.Available in sizes 6 UK to 14 UK.
Wear with sparkly statement earrings.Available in sizes 12 to 24.
Leave it to Sandy Liang to design a dress that looks even cooler with combat boots than it does with heels.Available in sizes 36 to 42.
This moody number is perfect for the bride-to-be who loves a darker color palette.Available in sizes 2 to 6.
This dreamy number is ideal for a daytime engagement party.Available in sizes 2 to 10.
If you're throwing a more formal event, may we suggest this stunning lace number?Available in sizes 34 DK to 42 DK.
Pile on the gold jewelry with this simple piece.Available in sizes XS to L.
Rich velvet is perfect for nighttime engagement parties.Available in sizes XS to M.
The sleeves on this dress, though.Available in sizes 1X to 4X.
Take advantage of trendy details like cutouts and a halter neckline.Available in sizes 0 to 6.
Pile on the ruffles for a flirty effect.Available in sizes 38 IT to 46 IT.
Balance out this chic blush shade with a pair of black heels.Available in sizes 00 to 12.
This incredibly flattering dress is a French-girl favorite.Available in sizes XXS to XL.
Micro pleats are a fresh way to wear florals.Available in sizes 4 to 14.
We love this dress's romantic silhouette and print.Available in sizes S to L.
Now that you've decided what to wear to your engagement party, it's time to shop for your wedding dress.
Anna is an editor on the fashion team at Who What Wear and has been at the company for over five years, having begun her career in the Los Angeles office before relocating to New York, where she's currently based. Having always been passionate about pursuing a career in fashion, she built up her experience interning at the likes of Michael Kors, A.L.C., and College Fashionista before joining the team as a post-graduate assistant editor. Anna has penned a number of interviews with Who What Wear's cover stars over the years, including A-listers Megan Fox, Issa Rae, and Emma Chamberlain. She's earned a reputation for scouting new and emerging brands from across the globe and championing them to our audience of millions. While fashion is her main wheelhouse, Anna led the launch of WWW Travels last year, a new lifestyle vertical that highlights all things travel through a fashion-person lens. She is passionate about shopping vintage, whether it be at a favorite local outpost or an on-the-road discovery, and has amassed a wardrobe full of unique finds. When she's not writing, you can find her shooting street imagery on her film camera, attempting to learn a fourth or fifth language, or planning her next trip across the globe.
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