Move over LBD — there’s a new frock in town taking summer by storm. The little white dress is a seasonal staple for all sorts of picnics, barbecues and outdoor affairs, but it’s especially apropos when you’re the belle of the ball at your own bridal shower. Whether you prefer a casual or beachy style for a backyard bash or a more structured and formal option befitting a tea-party toast, these white dresses are picture perfect and party ready. Let the celebrations begin!
Loft Eyelet Garden Flippy Dress
Delicate lace trim and an apron-inspired neckline make this casual white dress versatile and wearable. Thrown over a bathing suit at the beach or worn with a wedged espadrille, it’s designed for any and all occasions — giving you some serious bang for your buck.
Loft Eyelet Garden Flippy Dress
from Loft
American Living Waffle-Knit Jacquard Dress
This figure-flattering fit-and-flare jacquard dress is as clean and classic as they come. Worn with diamond studs and a simple and sleek sandal heel, it’s a timeless choice for an upscale event.
American Living Waffle-Knit Jacquard Dress
from Macy’s
BCBG Max Azria Dell Embroidered Voile Dress
With intricately scalloped trim, fluted sleeves and tiered ruffles, this gorgeous fitted-bodice dress is so delicately stunning it requires minimal accessories and little styling. Far from flashy, its simplicity speaks volumes. Here comes the bride, indeed.
BCBG Max Azria Dell Embroidered Voile Dress
from BCBG
Free People Eat Your Heart Out Mini Dress
On-trend billowing sleeves help make this mini statement style both romantic and retro. Delicate buttons and an open neckline make an ultra-feminine find worthy of any blushing bride-to-be.
Free People Eat Your Heart Out Mini Dress
from Free People
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French Connection Parke Lace Fit-and-Flare Dress
This girlie white lace dress features a crochet overlay, and it easily can be dressed up with heels or down with flats. Either way, it’s a darling design for a festive day.
French Connection Parke Lace Fit-and-Flare Dress
from French Connection
J.Crew Classic Button-Front Sundress in Cotton Poplin
Pockets on a dress — swoon! This classic cotton sundress features a waist-cinching sash and a true button front that’s as timeless as it is cool.
J.Crew Classic Button-Front Sundress in Cotton Poplin
from J.Crew
Kate Spade New York Sleeveless Cotton Dress
This midi-length dress is flirty and fun with a ruffle-trim V-shaped neckline. A banded middle offers a super flattering waistline, and extra frills scream, “Party time!”
Kate Spade New York Sleeveless Cotton Dress
from Neiman Marcus
Dorothy Perkins Off-the-Shoulder Eyelet Dress
Give them the cold shoulder at your shower in this simple and sleek — but equally sweet — eyelet-trimmed dress.
Dorothy Perkins Off-the-Shoulder Eyelet Dress
from Lord & Taylor
Trina Turk Los Alamitos Keyhole Dress
For the more formal shower, this keyhole dress is both chic and comfortable. (It would also make a fabulous second dress for a wedding reception.)
