Marks & Spencer’s red floral dress only costs £45 and it’s also a top-seller in the wedding guest dress category
Finding the perfect wedding guest dress can be a bit of a minefield — you want something stylish but not showy, comfortable but still a little bit special. Enter the dress that’s quietly stealing the show at Marks & Spencer. According to the brand’s customer data, it’s currently ranked as the fourth most popular choice for weddings — and it’s easy to see why.
If you’re after something floaty, feminine, and just really pretty, this Chiffon Floral V-Neck Angel Sleeve Midaxi Tea Dress, £45, is a perfect pick. The midaxi length is ideal for events and more casual wear — not too long, not too short — and the angel sleeves add a lovely bit of movement. It’s got that soft, vintage-inspired feel without being over the top, and the V-neckline gives it a flattering shape that suits loads of body types. Ideal for spring or summer plans, it’s the kind of dress that makes you feel like you’ve made an effort, without going overboard.
The print is subtle but still eye-catching. Throw it on with sandals or trainers during the day, then switch to heels and a clutch for something a bit fancier. It’s comfy too — lightweight and floaty, so you won’t feel restricted, and it moves beautifully when you walk. Great for garden parties, pub lunches or more formal events, just switch up your accessories to nail your brief.
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Even better, the dress comes in petite, regular and tall fits, so it’s guaranteed to be the right length for you (and not just on the model). If you want to wear this £45 dress to a spring/summer wedding, we’d suggest pairing it with a gold wrist cuff and matching gold earrings. For a bag, keep it dainty with a clutch like New Look’s Gold Raffia Look Box Clutch, £23.99. You can then break up the gold accessories by picking a delicate pair of woven or raffia heels like M&S’ Woven Kitten Heel Slingback Shoes in Natural, £49.50.
If you’re shopping around for other occasion dress options, or you want something a little more fitted rather than floaty, take inspiration from Frankie Bridge. The singer shared the Six Stories Bridesmaid halter neck satin maxi dress in lemon, £129, and labelled it as ‘PERFECT for wedding season’. And we’d have to agree. The slim fit dress features a halterneck design, and is made from a gorgeous creamy yellow satin material.
Butter yellow has been one of the biggest spring/summer trends so it’s no surprise to see this creamy hue all over the high street. The Six Stories dress is actually a bridesmaid dress and works perfectly as one. However, we also love how Frankie has styled the dress as a wedding guest option or fancy occasionwear look