So you’ve just gotten engaged and you’re making a big step toward an even bigger milestone—congratulations! Now it’s time to celebrate. Planning your engagement party shouldn’t be stressful, especially when you’re planning on what to wear. However, you can also take this occasion to set the tone of your wedding style with a chic engagement party dress.
Of course, with the number of options to choose from, it can be hard to decide what type of dress you want to wear to your party. So we asked Lily Kaizer, owner of Happy Isles in Los Angeles, and Shelley Brown, fashion and beauty editor at The Knot, what they’re seeing future brides wear to celebrate this season.
“’90s minimal crepe minis or slip dresses are popular or party dresses with a hint of sparkle or feathers,” Kaizer tells us. “The goal with the engagement party outfit is to set the tone, not to go all out (that’s what the wedding weekend is for!).” Brown also says engagement parties are the perfect time for the bride to have fun with her outfit without too much pressure. “A short dress with feathers, fringe, or allover white sequins are all great options for this laid-back celebratory event.”
Now shop these trends for your upcoming party— these dresses alone are worth celebrating.
Minidress
You can wear this after the party too.Available in sizes XS to L.
This dress is so elegant.Available in sizes 46 to 54.
You’ll love this dress so much.Available in sizes 0 to 10.
So pretty.Available in sizes 12 to 28.
Fringe
If you don’t want to go over the top, this has just the right amount of fringe.Available in sizes AU 6 to AU 14.
Dress this down with a pair of sneakers.Available in sizes IT 38 to IT 44.
Get ready to celebrate in this.Available in sizes 36 to 42.
Slip Dress
You’ll feel so chic in this slip.Available in sizes XS to L.
You’ll want to wear this all the time.Available in sizes S to L.
This will definitely get you in the mood to celebrate.Available in sizes 0 to 3.
So simple and chic.Available in sizes 0X to 3X.
Sequin and Bead Embellishments
This dress is so chic.Available in sizes 36 to 44.
Show everyone you’re here to party.Available in sizes 12 to 24.
Perfect for a cocktail party.Available in sizes 2 to 10.
Channel those ’20s vibes.Available in sizes 6 to 18.
Feather Details
A little bit of feathers will put you in the festive mood.Available in sizes 0 to 14.
Stop the room dead in its tracks.Available in sizes 36 to 42.
This dress is so fun.Available in sizes 36 to 42.
Sizing available upon request.
Whether you want to go bold for your engagement party or are planning to have a more minimal approach, all eyes will be on you.
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