Beautiful Dresses to Wear as a Wedding Guest This Fall

Step out in something seasonal.

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The leaves are changing colors, the air is getting cooler, and you're craving apple cider and pie. Plus, wedding invitations are rolling in from all your autumn-loving friends. This all means just one thing: Fall wedding season is finally here. While your closet is probably bursting with sundresses and maxis perfect for wearing in the summer heat, you might find that you're in need of a new dress (or two!) to wear to the upcoming season's celebrations.

Swap pastels and rainbows for jewel tones and the hues reminiscent of changing leaves, find that perfect LBD, or fight chilly air in a long-sleeve gown—whatever look you're after, we have the perfect selection of wedding guest-worthy dresses right here. On the hunt for something formal? We found floor-length gowns in a variety of different cuts and colors. Although any material will do, we're partial to velvet; we found so many striking dresses made from the rich, luxe fabric, including a patterned number with a v-neckline and wrap dress in the dreamiest shade of plum.

If you're a fan of the classic black gown, you won't be disappointed either. We found iterations with plunging necklines, fluted skirts, and even a seasonally-appropriate floral print. But color works in the fall, too, and we rounded up a number of emerald, burgundy, navy, and mustard options for you to choose from.

Ready to RSVP "yes!" to your outstanding wedding invitations? Then it's time to start shopping for something to wear. Click through for some of our favorite fall styles, all of which were selected with a range of different seasonal celebrations in mind.

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Zara

Courtesy of Zara

Zara Floral Embroidered Dress, $89.90, zara.com.

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No. 21

Courtesy of Matches Fashion

No. 21 Beaded Crepe Shift Dress, $1,159, matchesfashion.com.

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Diane von Furstenberg

Courtesy of Neiman Marcus

Diane von Furstenberg "Katherine" Leopard-Print Burnout Wrap Dress, $498, neimanmarcus.com.

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See by Chloe

Courtesy of Net-a-Porter

See by Chloe Tiered Lace Mini Dress, $525, net-a-porter.com.

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LoveShackFancy

Courtesy of LoveShackFancy

LoveShackFancy "Selma" Dress, $575, loveshackfancy.com.

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Ulla Johnson

Courtesy of Ulla Johnson

Ulla Johnson "Philippa" Dress, $995, ullajohnson.com.

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Jonathan Simkhai

Courtesy of Bergdorf Goodman

Jonathan Simkhai Hammered Silk Ruched Asymmetrical Dress, $695, bergdorfgoodman.com.

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Shoshanna

Courtesy of Neiman Marcus

Shoshanna "Lucy" Dress, $398, neimanmarcus.com.

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Figue

Courtesy of Shopbop

Figue "Gianna" Dress, $995, shopbop.com.

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Zara

Courtesy of Zara

Zara Tulle Dress with Lace, $49.90, zara.com.

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Sea

Courtesy of Matches Fashion

Sea "Alha" Crepe de Chine Dress, $589, matchesfashion.com.

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Dôen

Courtesy of Dôen

Dôen "Mountain" Dress, $268, shopdoen.com.

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Bottega Veneta

Courtesy of Net-a-Porter

Bottega Veneta Ruched Stretch-Satin Midi Dress, $2,480, net-a-porter.com.

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Opening Ceremony

Courtesy of Shopbop

Opening Ceremony Long-Sleeved Mixed Midi Dress, $395, shopbop.com.

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J.Crew

Courtesy of J. Crew

J.Crew Embroidered Long-Sleeve Midi Dress, $168, jcrew.com.

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Ulla Johnson

Courtesy of Ulla Johnson

Ulla Johnson "Indah" Dress, $445, ullajohnson.com.

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LoveShackFancy

Courtesy of LoveShackFancy

LoveShackFancy "Lais" Dress, $375, loveshackfancy.com.

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Sea

Courtesy of Bergdorf Goodman

Sea "Nicolette" Dress, $395, bergdorfgoodman.com.

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River Island

Courtesy of ASOS

River Island Puff-Sleeve Midi Dress with Ruffle Waist, $87, asos.com.

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Maje

Courtesy of Saks Fifth Avenue

Maje "Rio" Dress, $415, saksfifthavenue.com.

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Madwell x Christy Dawn

Courtesy of Madewell

Madewell x Christy Dawn "Tallulah" Dress, $238, madewell.com.

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Cecilie Bahnsen

Courtesy of Nordstrom

Cecilie Bahnsen "Tia" Gown, $1,240, shop.nordstrom.com.

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The Vampire's Wife

Courtesy of Matches Fashion

The Vampire's Wife "Cate" Ruffled Floral-Print Cotton Mini Dress, $755, matchesfashion.com.

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Steele

Courtesy of Anthropologie

Steele "Maya" Dress, $269, anthropologie.com.

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BHLDN

Courtesy of BHLDN

BHLDN "Edison" Velvet Dress, $220, bhldn.com.

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Tularosa

Courtesy of Revolve

Tularosa "Sid" Wrap Dress, $595, revolve.com.

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Zara

Courtesy of Zara

Zara Contrasting Lace Dress, $49.90, zara.com.

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Dress the Population

Courtesy of Nordstrom

Dress The Population "Sandra" Plunge Trumpet Dress, $288, nordstrom.com.

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Reformation

Courtesy of Reformation

Reformation "Peppermint" Dress, $388, thereformation.com.

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Diane von Furstenberg

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LoveShackFancy

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Ulla Johnson

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Shoshanna

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Figue

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Zara

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Sea

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Dôen

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Bottega Veneta

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Opening Ceremony

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J.Crew

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Ulla Johnson

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Sea

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River Island

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Maje

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Cecilie Bahnsen

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The Vampire's Wife

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Steele

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BHLDN

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