Best Cocktail Dresses for Weddings in Every Style

This summer, we’re all about bold colors and dopamine dressing — especially when it comes to cocktail dresses for weddings. This midi dress will instantly brighten up any celebration with its very on-trend orange hue. We love it paired with equally vibrant accessories, like a playful clutch or statement tassel earrings.

We’re seeing this elegant summer cocktail dress EVERYWHERE right now, and it’s safe to say we’re obsessed with its wedding day potential! With endless color and size options, this silky number is universally flattering and perfect for any and every occasion.

Floral prints on summer cocktail dresses for weddings may seem overdone, but the embroidery on this gown adds some whimsy that feels fresh and fabulous. Talk about flower power!

A little bit cottagecore, a little bit regencycore, this summer cocktail dress is sweet, stylish, and sure to turn heads. The puff sleeves also give you extra breathing room — essential for those hot July outdoor receptions.

We couldn’t create a roundup of summer cocktail dresses for weddings without including at least one gem from Reformation, and this dreamy blue halter dress is one of our all-time faves. It makes a statement with an open back and flirty side slit. And that flowy skirt is to die for!

The details take center stage with this feminine mini summer cocktail dress for weddings. With ruffles, pleats, and an unexpected one-shoulder neckline, this Lulus pick is redefining “pretty in pink.”

Our favorite summer cocktail dresses for weddings can be worn all season long, and this cowl-neck slip dress is no exception. It’s perfect for going from Sunday brunch to romantic date night to wedding cocktail hour. Dress it up with sophisticated gold jewelry or tone it down with your favorite pair of sandals.

Here at GWS, we say the more ruffles the better! This nude summer cocktail dress fulfills ALL our ruffle needs, and turns the look up a notch with a sultry form-fitting silhouette. Pair it with these gorgeous champagne velvet heels, and you’re golden.

This regal burgundy winter cocktail dress for weddings feels absolutely decadent. It’s giving us red velvet cake vibes, but with a sexy and modern twist. Plus, it has not one but two deep V’s — one in the front and one in the back, for extra drama.

A cold-weather celebration doesn’t mean you have to totally cover up! Bare some skin this winter with this moody and sophisticated winter cocktail dress with a plunging neckline and open back. Made with super-soft and stretchy velvet, you’ll be ultra comfortable cozied up next to the fire or working up a sweat on the dance floor.

Although it comes in multiple flattering colors, we obviously had to choose a champagne hue for this stunning winter cocktail dress for weddings! Made with luxe satin, it’s flowy and relaxed, while still capturing those elegant winter vibes. Cheers to that!

Vibrant winter cocktail dresses for weddings really bring the party spirit, and this jewel-toned magenta look will keep things bright long after the sun sets. Style it with metallic or sparkly accessories for an overall dazzling effect.

The green craze is here to stay — and while we love all the lime hues for warmer months, this rich olive is THE MOMENT for winter. With elegant front buttons and tailored cuffs, this winter cocktail dress combines retro refinement with today’s top trends.

It may not be a cocktail dress, but this sleek black jumpsuit is party-ready and totally appropriate for a cocktail dress code. If dresses aren’t your prerogative, or if you’re looking to keep your legs toasty during those chilly months, a cocktail jumpsuit is a modern and effortlessly cool option.

This cocktail dress for weddings is a chic winter alternative to your favorite summer slip dress. The ruching detail on the sleeves is playful and flattering, and the cut-out in the back is super on-trend. What else can we say? It’s just TOO GOOD.

Classic and sophisticated, this formal cocktail dress for weddings would be stunning for the mother of the bride (or the mother of the groom). The drapery around the shoulders adds a touch of opulence, and we love the little peek of skin on the shoulder.

It can be tough to find formal cocktail dresses for weddings that nail the balance between sexy and sweet, but this gown is here to play. With a sultry side slit and sweetheart neckline, it’s tailored to show off your curves — and gives you the opportunity to show off your statement heels, too!

We don’t know what it is about this twist high-neck detail, but we can’t take our eyes off of it! Complemented with floor-length black satin, this formal cocktail dress is dripping in je ne sais quoi.

The “JLo at the 2000 Grammys” of all formal cocktail dresses for weddings, this plunging look is bringing the drama. While the neckline, open back, and front slit scream party, the toned-down navy color and luxe texture keep it classy for a formal event.

For the maximalists out there, this glittery formal cocktail dress is SUCH a vibe. No need for a disco ball — you’ll be the center of the dance floor with layers dazzling gold tulle.

How cool are asymmetrical necklines on formal cocktail dresses for weddings? With this stand-out detail and timeless silhouette, you’ve got a look that can hold its own at any formal affair.

We have two words for this stunning designer cocktail dress: sunshine chic. With elegant draping at the neckline and an unexpected twist detail in the back, this bright gown was designed to light up a room.

Take your favorite handkerchief look from day to evening with this iconic designer cocktail dress for weddings. Made with Italian silk for an effortlessly enchanting silhouette, this blooming gown would charm for a spring or summer wedding.

Electric pink, legs for days, and tulle that dreams are made of — this designer cocktail dress was not made to fly under the radar. If you’re the main character, this is the designer look for you.

Statement bows are one of our favorite trends right now, especially when paired with designer cocktail dresses for weddings. Featuring this truly iconic duo (plus a romantic rose detail in the front), this is THE cocktail dress for sipping martinis well into the night.

Fierce and floral, this designer cocktail dress for weddings walks the line between flirty feminine and structured masculine. Rock it with a pair of black boots to up the cool factor or keep it sweet with strappy heels.

Made with sustainable lightweight fabric, Reformation’s breezy petite cocktail dresses for weddings are as wearable as your favorite summer sun dress, but with a more refined touch. This navy floral pick would look gorgeous for an enchanting garden or backyard wedding.

The warm, earthy hue of this petite cocktail dress has us dreaming of endless summer nights. It would simply shine with gold accessories and a shimmery eyeshadow look that matches its glow.

With dainty tie straps, this romantic floral petite cocktail dress can be adjusted to flatter your body (and couldn’t be more perfect for a summer soiree). It also comes in polka dots for a classic take on a dress you’ll be wearing for years.

Looking to upgrade your LBD? This slim-fitting petite cocktail dress has all the essential features of a classic black dress, plus some elevated details that really take it to the next level. We need it, like, yesterday.

For those that like their petite cocktail dresses for weddings with a side of flair, this striking gown checks all the boxes. Style it with your hair tied back to let that rad buckle detail shine. And the flowy body of this gown is perfect for summer and spring.

With a mix of floral and geometric lace, this black petite cocktail dress is unexpected, in the best way. Let the intricate details take center stage and pair it with classic black pumps and a matching bag — perfect for a monochrome look that is anything but boring.

Hot pink petite cocktail dresses for weddings? Yes, please!! We have heart eyes for the ruching details and flattering pleats on this look. Talk about a seriously fun and flirty vibe!

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Best Cocktail Dresses for Weddings in Every Style

1: Bright Orange Summer Cocktail Dress For Wedding

We’re seeing this elegant summer cocktail dress EVERYWHERE right now, and it’s safe to say we’re obsessed with its wedding day potential! With endless color and size options, this silky number is universally flattering and perfect for any and every occasion.

2: Silky Pink Summer Cocktail Dress For Wedding

Floral prints on summer cocktail dresses for weddings may seem overdone, but the embroidery on this gown adds some whimsy that feels fresh and fabulous. Talk about flower power!

3: Whimsical Floral Embroidered Summer Cocktail Dress

A little bit cottagecore, a little bit regencycore, this summer cocktail dress is sweet, stylish, and sure to turn heads. The puff sleeves also give you extra breathing room — essential for those hot July outdoor receptions.

4: Regencycore Summer Cocktail Dress For Weddings

We couldn’t create a roundup of summer cocktail dresses for weddings without including at least one gem from Reformation, and this dreamy blue halter dress is one of our all-time faves. It makes a statement with an open back and flirty side slit. And that flowy skirt is to die for!

5: Dreamy Blue Halter Summer Cocktail Dress For Wedding

The details take center stage with this feminine mini summer cocktail dress for weddings. With ruffles, pleats, and an unexpected one-shoulder neckline, this Lulus pick is redefining “pretty in pink.”

6: Pretty In Pink Mini Summer Cocktail Gown

7: Floral Midi Summer Cocktail Dress For Weddings

Here at GWS, we say the more ruffles the better! This nude summer cocktail dress fulfills ALL our ruffle needs, and turns the look up a notch with a sultry form-fitting silhouette. Pair it with these gorgeous champagne velvet heels, and you’re golden.

8: Flirty Nude Summer Cocktail Gown

This regal burgundy winter cocktail dress for weddings feels absolutely decadent. It’s giving us red velvet cake vibes, but with a sexy and modern twist. Plus, it has not one but two deep V’s — one in the front and one in the back, for extra drama.

9: Regal Velvet Winter Cocktail Dress For Weddings

10: Sophisticated Winter Cocktail Dress With a Plunging Neckline

Although it comes in multiple flattering colors, we obviously had to choose a champagne hue for this stunning winter cocktail dress for weddings! Made with luxe satin, it’s flowy and relaxed, while still capturing those elegant winter vibes. Cheers to that!

11: Elegant Champagne Winter Cocktail Dress For Weddings

Vibrant winter cocktail dresses for weddings really bring the party spirit, and this jewel-toned magenta look will keep things bright long after the sun sets. Style it with metallic or sparkly accessories for an overall dazzling effect.

12: Magenta Winter Wrap Style Cocktail Dress For Weddings

The green craze is here to stay — and while we love all the lime hues for warmer months, this rich olive is THE MOMENT for winter. With elegant front buttons and tailored cuffs, this winter cocktail dress combines retro refinement with today’s top trends.

13: Silky Green Winter Cocktail Dress For Weddings

14: Sleek Black Winter Cocktail Jumpsuit

This cocktail dress for weddings is a chic winter alternative to your favorite summer slip dress. The ruching detail on the sleeves is playful and flattering, and the cut-out in the back is super on-trend. What else can we say? It’s just TOO GOOD.

15: Chic Cutout Winter Cocktail Dress For Weddings

Classic and sophisticated, this formal cocktail dress for weddings would be stunning for the mother of the bride (or the mother of the groom). The drapery around the shoulders adds a touch of opulence, and we love the little peek of skin on the shoulder.

16: Sage Formal Cocktail Dress For Weddings

It can be tough to find formal cocktail dresses for weddings that nail the balance between sexy and sweet, but this gown is here to play. With a sultry side slit and sweetheart neckline, it’s tailored to show off your curves — and gives you the opportunity to show off your statement heels, too!

17: Refined Off-the-Shoulder Formal Cocktail Dress

We don’t know what it is about this twist high-neck detail, but we can’t take our eyes off of it! Complemented with floor-length black satin, this formal cocktail dress is dripping in je ne sais quoi.

18: High-Neck Formal Cocktail Dress For Weddings

The “JLo at the 2000 Grammys” of all formal cocktail dresses for weddings, this plunging look is bringing the drama. While the neckline, open back, and front slit scream party, the toned-down navy color and luxe texture keep it classy for a formal event.

19: Plunging Navy Formal Cocktail Dress

For the maximalists out there, this glittery formal cocktail dress is SUCH a vibe. No need for a disco ball — you’ll be the center of the dance floor with layers dazzling gold tulle.

20: Glittery Gold Formal Cocktail Dress For Weddings

How cool are asymmetrical necklines on formal cocktail dresses for weddings? With this stand-out detail and timeless silhouette, you’ve got a look that can hold its own at any formal affair.

21: Black Asymmetrical Formal Cocktail Gown

We have two words for this stunning designer cocktail dress: sunshine chic. With elegant draping at the neckline and an unexpected twist detail in the back, this bright gown was designed to light up a room.

22: Neon Yellow Designer Cocktail Gown

Take your favorite handkerchief look from day to evening with this iconic designer cocktail dress for weddings. Made with Italian silk for an effortlessly enchanting silhouette, this blooming gown would charm for a spring or summer wedding.

23: Silk Handkerchief Designer Cocktail Dress For Weddings

Electric pink, legs for days, and tulle that dreams are made of — this designer cocktail dress was not made to fly under the radar. If you’re the main character, this is the designer look for you.

24: Playful Pink Tulle Designer Cocktail Gown

Statement bows are one of our favorite trends right now, especially when paired with designer cocktail dresses for weddings. Featuring this truly iconic duo (plus a romantic rose detail in the front), this is THE cocktail dress for sipping martinis well into the night.

25: Statement Black Designer Cocktail Dress

Fierce and floral, this designer cocktail dress for weddings walks the line between flirty feminine and structured masculine. Rock it with a pair of black boots to up the cool factor or keep it sweet with strappy heels.

26: Modern Mini Designer Cocktail Dress

Made with sustainable lightweight fabric, Reformation’s breezy petite cocktail dresses for weddings are as wearable as your favorite summer sun dress, but with a more refined touch. This navy floral pick would look gorgeous for an enchanting garden or backyard wedding.

27: Navy Floral Petite Cocktail Dress For Weddings

The warm, earthy hue of this petite cocktail dress has us dreaming of endless summer nights. It would simply shine with gold accessories and a shimmery eyeshadow look that matches its glow.

28: Ruched Petite Cocktail Dress For Weddings

With dainty tie straps, this romantic floral petite cocktail dress can be adjusted to flatter your body (and couldn’t be more perfect for a summer soiree). It also comes in polka dots for a classic take on a dress you’ll be wearing for years.

29: Romantic Floral Petite Cocktail Dress

Looking to upgrade your LBD? This slim-fitting petite cocktail dress has all the essential features of a classic black dress, plus some elevated details that really take it to the next level. We need it, like, yesterday.

30: Elegant Cowl Neck Petite Slip Dress

For those that like their petite cocktail dresses for weddings with a side of flair, this striking gown checks all the boxes. Style it with your hair tied back to let that rad buckle detail shine. And the flowy body of this gown is perfect for summer and spring.

31: Electric Blue Petite Cocktail Gown

With a mix of floral and geometric lace, this black petite cocktail dress is unexpected, in the best way. Let the intricate details take center stage and pair it with classic black pumps and a matching bag — perfect for a monochrome look that is anything but boring.

32: Black Lace Petite Sheath Dress

Hot pink petite cocktail dresses for weddings? Yes, please!! We have heart eyes for the ruching details and flattering pleats on this look. Talk about a seriously fun and flirty vibe!

33: Hot Pink Pleated Petite Cocktail Gown

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