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

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!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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