The color! The ruffles! The fabric! The airy "Anaclara" gown will make you feel like you're walking on water, from bandeau top to A-line skirt. Size 0 to 16, Buy from Saks Fifth Avenue. 

 

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This fabric has magical abilities to hold everything in place without squeezing, and it doesn't wrinkle. The shoulder ruffle gives the silhouette a great flair. Comes in a bright pink as well as garnet. Sizes 2 to 18. Buy from Saks Fifth Avenue.

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Featuring a beaded sheer shawl, the "Sophia" dress is a lovely way to cover the shoulders and add some interest to this sleek column gown in vibrant fuchsia (comes in navy, too).  And it's as pretty from the back as it is from the front. Sizes 0 to 16. Buy from Saks Fifth Avenue.

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Even if you think halter style isn't your jam, give this gown a try—we've seen it on and it's extremely flattering (especially if you're comfortable with your arms.). The loose ruffle is a cool detail on this fit and flare style. Sizes 0 to 18. Available in several colors. Buy from Saks Fifth Avenue.

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Sleek and chic. One of the coolest ways to wear long sleeves. We love the shimmer and gorgeous lines of the twist front pleating. The deep V and slit let you subtly show a litlte skin. You're going to feel hot in this one. (The good hot.) Sizes XS to XL. Buy from Neiman Marcus.

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She's fresh, exciting! Kelly green is always a mood lifter and the floral print is gorg—but with the embellished details on top of it? Stunning! The built in cape adds drama, but the flowy style keeps it modern. Sizes 0 to 22. Buy from Sachin & Babi. 

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Walk on water in this gorgeous, flowy one-shoulder A-line gown. The teal is stunning, and the floral printed organza gives it extra depth. Sizes 2 to 14. Buy from Saks Fifth Avenue.

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The modern way to dress modestly. This full coverage gown is anything but stuffy, thanks to its sheer overlay and balloon sleeves and the pretty beading. The color is peach, which could be a lovely complement to wedding party dressing in light colors, or perhaps its a second wedding dress? Whatever the occasion, we adore it. Sizes 4 to 20. Buy from Mac Duggal. 

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This fun and affordable gown is even better in person, we can attest! If you feel good in halter styles, it's definitely worth a look. The front slit is playful without showing too much, the subtle train makes it extra special to match the metallic glint, and bonus: it has pockets. Sizes 2 to 14. Buy from Nordstrom. Comes in petite and plus sizes as well.

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Flattering, timeless, and fun. We love the fit and flare silhouette, the sweetheart neckline, and the celebratory bow that makes it a special event without any fussy embellishment. Exclusive to Saks. Sizes 0 to 16. Buy from Saks Fifth Avenue.

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We're all for an blouson moment. It's a flattering way to define the waist without a super tight fit. Kay Unger is great at offering extremely wearable silhouettes and this print is dynamic without distracting. Sizes 2 to 16. Buy from Dillard's.

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For that once-in-a-lifetime, bell of the ball moment, here's your 2025 gown. We love the rose gold shimmer, the way the shoulder bow falls almost like a capped sleeve, and the high low hemline, which prevents it from overwhelming more petite frames. Sizes 2 to 16. Buy from Mac Duggal.

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