Rare for a dress to be as forgiving as it is delicate, which is only one of the many reasons we are swooning over this gorgeous design—from beaded collar and elbow-length flutter sleeve to the straight skirt and soft peach floral. A beauty in silk charmeuse. Sizes 0 to 22. Buy from Teri Jon. 

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Embrace your Greek Goddess in this loose flowing gown—the epitome of relaxed luxury with built-in sparkle, in the form of a sequined neckline. We like the keyhole peek and self tie waist. Sizes 0 to 18. Buy from St. John's.

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From one of our go-to smart buy brands, a gown sure to put the special in your occasion. The foil pattern in gold and pink gives it extra shimmer. We love the banded waist and modern flow of the skirt with front slit. Plus, pockets! Sizes 0-18. Buy from Bloomingdale's. 

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Classic style, rich details. It checks many boxes with the cap sleeves, illusion neckline, and A-line silhouette. The silver floral and lace makes it extra special. Sizes 0 to 22. Buy from Teri Jon.

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The softer side of shirt dress gowns. We love the light colors and metallic shimmer, the pleated skirt, empire waist and blouson sleeves. Pop that collar to give it an edge. Sizes 2-16. Buy from Bergdorf Goodman.

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Sachin & Babi's Spring 2024 collection was inspired by the southwest and that comes through in this v-neck column gown—the backdrop is simple so that the unexpected floral treatment really pops. Like a deconstructed bouquet of wildflowers, each one is hand embroidered. Sizes 0 to 14. Buy from Sachin & Babi.

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The gold leaf applique on this chiffon gown is like magic: instant waist slimmer. Yes, the V-neck is deep, but with an illusion inset to keep it tasteful. So easy to wear, you'll forget your dressed up! Sizes  4-16. Buy from Nordstrom.

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In a crowd of one shoulder dresses, this one is a standout, from the flattering fit of the bodice with ruching in all the right places to the side ruffle and trumpet silhouette, which gives you room to breathe while still accentuating curves. This cool blue can easily blend with a wedding party. See this dress in gold on real moms Shannon and Cindy. Teri Jon releases this popular style in new colors and prints each season. Sizes 2 to 20. Buy from Teri Jon.

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The one shoulder column is always a chic choice, but with the floral print against black, it really pops. A testament to Sachin & Babi’s attention to detail: this dress is cut on the bias with an asymmetric waist seam and hand embroidered beading to attach the knot atop the shoulder bow. Sizes 0-14. Buy from Sachin & Babi.

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Classic style for the woman who is anything but. The "Brooke" is one of Sachin & Babi's essential silhouette's—empire style, full skirt with box pleats and a front slit. But let's be real: you're going to be able to wear your favorite bra with this dress and still look glamorous, and that's a day maker. Comes in several floral prints in pinks, reds and blues. Sizes 0 to 14. Buy from Sachin & Babi. 

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The pleated drape of the one shoulder bodice adds a coolness to this elegant A-line gown. The sash at the waist add a nice detail. And, pockets!  Sizes 2 to 24. Buy from Nordstrom.

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Red carpet ready! This trumpet style gown is an absolute stunner, and so on point, in a year when gold and black rule the runway. The metallic pleated ruffle bodice is truly a work of art sure to make you feel like the star you are. 

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