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30 dresses to wear to a summer wedding

Whether the invite calls for cocktail, semi-formal or formal attire, these dresses will suit any nuptial. Plus, tips on finding the perfect silhouette for your shape.
30 dresses to wear to a summer wedding

Dresses for a summer wedding

Anabelle printed fit and flare dress, $345, Reiss.


30 dresses to wear to a summer wedding

Long v-neck dress, $135, COS.


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30 dresses to wear to a summer wedding

Pleated dress, $50, H&M.


30 dresses to wear to a summer wedding

Lula stretch strappy dress, $128, French Connection.


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30 dresses to wear to a summer wedding

Bright floral dress, $100, Simons.


30 dresses to wear to a summer wedding

Evanthe dress, $220, Anthropologie.


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30 dresses to wear to a summer wedding

Petala pearly petal skater dress, $305, Ted Baker.

30 dresses to wear to a summer wedding

Striped dress, $25, Winners.


30 dresses to wear to a summer wedding

Floral maxi dress, $195, Banana Republic.

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30 dresses to wear to a summer wedding

KAS New York Antoinette print dress, $272, Stylebop.


30 dresses to wear to a summer wedding

Ruffle print bandeau midi dress, $73, ASOS.

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30 dresses to wear to a summer wedding

Hydrangea flutter dress, $123, LOFT.


30 dresses to wear to a summer wedding

Willow & Thread sleeveless dress, $85, Reitmans.

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30 dresses to wear to a summer wedding

Printed long dress, $160, Mango.


30 dresses to wear to a summer wedding

Cressida lace-trim high-low dress, $186, BCBGMAXAZRIA.

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30 dresses to wear to a summer wedding

Tropic swaying midi dress, $162, Ann Taylor.


30 dresses to wear to a summer wedding

Off-the-shoulder dress, $150, J.Crew.


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30 dresses to wear to a summer wedding

Cami dress for women, $30, Old Navy.


30 dresses to wear to a summer wedding

Silence + Noise slinky bodycon midi dress, $109, Urban Outfitters.


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30 dresses to wear to a summer wedding

Summer blossom midi dress, $205, Ann Taylor.


30 dresses to wear to a summer wedding

Topshop lace panel midi dress, $190, The Bay.


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30 dresses to wear to a summer wedding

Ruffled Cassis dress, $138, Anthropologie.


30 dresses to wear to a summer wedding

Michael Michael Kors stretch-jersey dress, $140, Net-a-Porter.


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30 dresses to wear to a summer wedding

Shirred swing dress, $70, Gap.


30 dresses to wear to a summer wedding

Glamourous Tallula maxi dress, $111, Nasty Gal.


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30 dresses to wear to a summer wedding

Floral print scuba halter neck dress, $150, Le Chateau.


30 dresses to wear to a summer wedding

Striped dress, $90, Zara.


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30 dresses to wear to a summer wedding

Staray lace dress, $279, Club Monaco.


30 dresses to wear to a summer wedding

Ruffle sleeve dress, $80, RW&Co.


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30 dresses to wear to a summer wedding

Patterned dress, $160, Marshalls.


30 dresses to wear to a summer wedding

Find the perfect dress with these fit tips:

1. Belted dresses, wrap silhouettes and full skirts help accentuate the waist to create a ladylike shape.

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2. Slim down with dark, solid-colour dresses. Look for darts and tone-on-tone piping to help elongate and streamline your shape. Black and navy are always the most flattering and, remember, you can brighten up the look with colourful accessories.

3. Showing off some skin doesn't have to mean shortening your skirt. Take a cue from the red carpet and try a halter or high neckline. Bare shoulders are chic, sophisticated and very sexy. Not interested in going sleeveless? Opt for a high slit or try a tea-length silhouette.

4. Minimize and support a large bust with a v, scoop or sweetheart neckline. Choose soft fabrics that will create movement and pick dresses with darts to keep you tucked in place.

5. Looking to camouflage a tummy or your hips? Then say hello to an a-line or shift dress. These cuts fall away from the body and hide any midsection imperfections.

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