Top Picks for Formal Wedding Guest Dresses for Fall
When it comes to formal fall wedding guest dresses, there are a few themes you can follow. Where the weather and the theme calls for a longer gown, there are a mix of length options. For those of us in warmer climates (IE: Florida), I’ve been sure to include a few mini styles, as well. Whether you opt for a solid color or a pattern, here are some of the most elegant wedding guest dresses you can wear this fall:
Hutch Pleated Corset Dress | Lulu’s Satin Cowl Neck Gown | Mac Duggal Red Velvet Mini Dress
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Formal Fall Wedding Guest Dresses for Her
For your convenience, I have found a handful of solid color dresses as well as floral and patterned options. A few of these styles are also available in different colors or patterns, so be sure to check out what is available in your size via the links below the images!
Patterned Wedding Guest Dress Options
Left to Right: Lulu’s Floral Satin Cowl Neck Slip | Mac Duggal Rose Tiered Midi Dress | Lulu’s Floral Organza Maxi Dress | Willa Tulle Maxi Dress
Typically, fall styles call for deeper, richer colors. For the most formal of weddings, the Willa Tulle Maxi Dress and Lulu’s Satin Cowl Neck Gown (first image above) are my top two suggestions. On the other hand, I just love the rich emerald green of this Lulu’s Floral Organza Maxi Dress, probably since it suits my own wedding colors.
Mini Dresses for Fall Weddings
Left to Right: Mac Duggal Ruffle Mini Dress | Lulu’s Mockneck Chiffon Mini | Lulu’s Jacquard Mini | Mac Duggal Crepe Mini Dress
As for mini dresses, I am currently most drawn to this Mac Duggal Ruffle Mini Dress and this Lulu’s Mockneck Chiffon Mini. The Mac Duggal dress offer a bit of statement details with the ruffles, while the Lulu’s dress has a smooth, classic silhouette. For more of a statement mini, the Mac Duggal Crepe Mini Dress offers sleek embellishment.
Satin Slip Wedding Guest Dresses
Left to Right: Lulu’s Satin Midi Dress | Anthropologie Sleeveless Cowl-Neck Slip Dress | Lulu’s Cowl Back Midi Dress | A&F Julie Tie-Back Slip
For a satin style look, this selection of midi and maxi slip dresses are all great options. Available in a variety of colors, each style is feminine, flattering, and fall wedding appropriate. I love the subtle pattern of the Anthropologie Sleeveless Cowl-Neck Slip Dress the most!
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Are you planning a fall wedding? In need of the perfect bridesmaids’ dresses?
Be sure to check out my guide to the best emerald green bridesmaids’ dresses here!
*This post was originally published in September 2023. It was most recently updated on August 25, 2025.
