The best wedding guest dresses to invest in this season

Winter is receding and the delicious prospect of springtime is beginning to feel like a real possibility, which can mean only one thing: wedding season is on the horizon once more.

Dressing for weddings is a tricky prospect, with what feels like hundreds of unwritten rules. No white is allowed, of course, but florals are encouraged. On the other hand, red can feel too loud. And how much leg is too much?

Despite this, it is possible to put together a knockout wedding outfit. Whether you’ve got a formal black-tie event coming up, or a chic destination wedding, here’s our collection of trend-led dresses for wedding season and beyond.

Dotty for polka dots

Polka dots were big news last year, and you might be delighted to hear that they’re still going strong.

Shaking off any stuffy or dated connotations, they have been spotted on and off the catwalk this fashion month, from Carey Mulligan’s polka-patterned tie in Milan to fashion-forward takes at Altuzarra and Khaite.

With that in mind, who are we to deny the power of the polka-patterned dress? There are several great options to go for here: chic girl-about-town brand Realisation Par has a 1950s-inspired silk version with a ruffled hem that looks great paired with tights and heels, while Carmen Says has an excellent range of polka looks, including a butter-yellow version with a trailing scarf.

Want to go shorter? Everybody’s favourite Scandi cool brand Ganni offers a minidress that can easily be layered over a skirt, tailored shorts or tights. Win-win.