The Prettiest Dresses for Your Maid of Honor to Wear on the Wedding Day

By Elizabeth Swanson
June 14, 2019
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These beautiful dresses will help her stand out from the rest of your attendants.

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In recent years, bridesmaids' dresses have gotten much more varied. Translation: Because there are so many beautiful options out there, you're guaranteed to find something that your attendants will really want to wear on the wedding day—and maybe even after! Whether you choose to let all of your 'maids select their own attire or simply ask the maid of honor to pick a dress that sets her apart from all the rest, finding coordinated bridal party attire has never been easier. And it's important to note that perfectly mismatched gowns make for gorgeous wedding photos. 

In the event that your maid of honor will be the only person who's wearing a different dress, feel free to pick something that makes a statement. After all, she's playing an especially important part in your nuptials—let her stand out for all the right reasons. For outdoor, summer weddings, we love a floral theme. Florals are popular with many brands from both the ready-to-wear sector and bridesmaids' dress companies. Your maid of honor can wear a floral gown and then your bridesmaids can wear the same dress in a color that's complementary to the pattern. Another fun option is to dress your entire bridal party in ombré hues, then asking your maid of honor to wear the darkest shade in the family. Your guests' eyes will go straight to her, guaranteed. You can also set her look apart by dressing her in the same color as the rest of the group, but choosing a dress in another fabric. An eyelet lace or a silky fabric will always make your most important attendant feel special.

Here, we've rounded up a variety of beautiful maid of honor dresses to inspire your search. Happy shopping!

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BHLDN

Courtesy of BHLDN

BHLDN "Fresna" Dress, $230, bhldn.com

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Reformation

Courtesy of The Reformation

Reformation "Rosehip" Dress, $248, thereformation.com

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Watters

Courtesy of Watters

Watters "Quentin" dress, from $380, watters.com

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Lela Rose

Courtesy of Dessy

Lela Rose Bridesmaid sateen twill dress, $242, dessy.com

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Amsale

Courtesy of Amsale

Amsale "Sarabeth" Dress, $270, amsale.com

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Gabriela Hearst

Courtesy of Bergdorf Goodman

Gabriela Hearst "Bridget" Dress in Linen Silk, $1,990, bergdorfgoodman.com

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Staud

Courtesy of Shopbop

Staud "Birdie" Dress, $275, shopbop.com

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Gal Meets Glam Collection

Courtesy of Neiman Marcus

Gal Meets Glam Collection "Hillary" Dress, $168, shop.galmeetsglam.com

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J. Crew

Courtesy of J. Crew

J. Crew Spaghetti-Strap Ruffle Dress, $198, jcrew.com

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Sir

Courtesy of Matches Fashion

Sir "Cherie" Beaded Broderie-Anglaise Linen Maxi Dress, $807, matchesfashion.com

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Zimmermann

Courtesy of Saks Fifth Avenue

Zimmermann "Honour" Floral High-Neck Cotton Dress, $850, saksfifthavenue.com

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BHLDN

Courtesy of BHLDN

BHLDN "Belize" Dress, $275, bhldn.com

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Doen

Courtesy of Doen

Doen "Garnet" Dress, $238, shopdoen.com

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Tanya Taylor

Courtesy of Shopbop

Tanya Taylor "Catalina" Dress, $695, shopbop.com

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Altuzarra

Courtesy of Matches Fashion

Altuzarra "Helden" Floral-Print Ruffle Dress, $1,500, matchesfashion.com

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Ermanno Scervino

Courtesy of Moda Operandi

Ermanno Scervino Floral-Print Asymmetric Silk-Crepe Midi Dress, $2,830, modaoperandi.com

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Ulla Johnson

Courtesy of Ulla Johnson

Ulla Johnson "Hollie" Dress, $695, ullajohnson.com

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Wtoo

Courtesy of Watters

Wtoo "Franklin" dress, from $260, watters.com

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Doen

Courtesy of Doen

Doen "Ruby" Dress, $288, shopdoen.com

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Amsale

Courtesy of Amsale

Amsale "Liana" Dress, $270, amsale.com

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Maison di Prima

Courtesy of Barneys

Maison di Prima Floral Silk Satin Maxi Dress, $1,950, barneys.com

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Christy Dawn

Courtesy of Christy Dawn

Christy Dawn "Lillian" Dress, $248, christydawn.com

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Ulla Johnson

Courtesy of Ulla Johnson

Ulla Johnson "Coretta" Dress, $695, ullajohnson.com

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Jay Godfrey

Courtesy of Saks Fifth Avenue

Jay Godfrey "Sheila" Tie-Front Cutout Dress, $322, saksfifthavenue.com

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