At this point in my life, I probably should already own a few designated wedding guest dresses. But the truth is I've only been to a few weddings and usually just rent something for the occasion. With another one coming up in May, I realized it's time to start building a collection of formal attire—rather than scrambling for a last-minute outfit every time.
Naturally, I checked Saks Fifth Avenue and Bloomingdale's knowing they always have a solid selection of elevated gowns—only to find that both are currently running Friends & Family 25%-off sales. Here are the dresses I'm eyeing as contenders for my Memorial Day wedding weekend in California.
Saks Fifth Avenue
I love this for a colorful option.
Halters are my favorite for a spring or summer wedding.
Asymmetrical silhouettes always look so elevated.
Polka dots are a forever print in my eyes, but they're also trending this season.
I'm obsessed with this sweet baby-blue hue.
A high neck looks effortlessly put-together.
For cocktail attire.
This green shade is so fun and a bit more unexpected.
Sometimes I prefer going classic with just a simple slip dress.
I'm into the cut and corset waist on this one.
You can never go wrong with a satin A-line.
If I wore yellow, I'd consider this.
Bloomingdale's
This Helmut Lang dress is perfect to invest in while it's on sale. And it's convertible, so you can wear it as a minidress, too.
You can't go wrong with a dress from Norma Kamali.
I'm into the unique stitching.
This Staud boat-neck might be the one.
I never knew red for a wedding was so divisive.
This dress has been all over TikTok.
The draping and low back look so sophisticated.
Ciao Lucia for less than $200?
And this is a whole 70% off.
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