With summer officially on the horizon, wedding season is upon us. If your social calendar is filling up with celebrations, now is the perfect time to plan your attire. New-season collections have arrived, offering a stunning array of occasionwear perfect for ceremonies and receptions alike.
Royal-Approved Elegance
For those seeking inspiration, we have turned to royal-approved brands and cult favourites that deliver polished yet accessible event dressing. Think elegant midi and maxi silhouettes—shapes frequently favoured by Princess Kate and Duchess Sophie—alongside timeless polka dots, satin finishes, delicate lace, and romantic florals.
Bold Colours and Statement Shades
Colour is key this season if you wish to stand out among the crowd. A magenta frock from Ro&Zo instantly catches the eye—it is bold, joyful, and exactly the sort of statement shade that feels right for a sunny celebration. Meanwhile, Farm Rio's Rococo Flowers midi dress evokes a style Kate once wore during her royal tour of the Caribbean, making it perfect for channelling a vibrant tropical mood.
On the other end of the spectrum, those who prefer classic and understated pieces will find Hobbs' mint green floral dress never looks out of place at a wedding.
Versatility Beyond the Big Day
What makes these high street finds so appealing is their wearability beyond the wedding. Many of these dresses can be easily restyled for garden parties, summer events, or dressed down with flats for a more relaxed look. From floaty floral maxis to chic polka dot midis, these are the new-season dresses we are bookmarking for wedding season—and we suspect the Princess of Wales would approve too.
Our Top Picks
- Ghost Naomi Floral Frill Midi Dress
- Karen Millen Silk Cotton Trailing Floral Midi Dress
- Ro&Zo Floral Midaxi Waisted Dress
- Adrianna Papell Lace Mermaid Midi Dress
- Aspiga Rose Frill Maxi Dress
- Club L London Hadley Maxi Dress
- Hobbs Monica Silk Floral Dress (was £349)
- Boden Irene Occasion Dress
- Reiss Magda Double-Breasted Jacket
- Reiss Magda Wide-Leg Suit Trousers
- Love & Roses Textured Puff Sleeve Midi Dress
- Phase Eight Camilla Floral Tie Waist Jumpsuit
- Holland Cooper Lucie Dress
- Next Polka Dot Ruffle Midi Dress
- Jigsaw Sheer Cape Dress
- Monsoon Carris Floral Tea Dress
- John Lewis Floral Print Cap Sleeve Godet Midi Dress
- Alessandra Rich Polka Dot Ruffled Silk Midi Dress
- Phase Eight Julissa Wrap Dress
- Hansine Aura Dress
- Reiss Leighton Cotton Wide-Leg Printed Jumpsuit
- Friends Like These Pleated Short Sleeve Midi Dress
- Pink City Prints Amber Border Maree Dress
- Needle & Thread Summer's Rose Chiffon Smocked Ankle Gown
- Farm Rio Rococo Flowers Midi Dress
- Selkie The Poet Printed Slip Dress
- Lexy London Gudrun Dress
- M&S Lyocell Blend Waisted Dress
