We Found Your Perfect Wedding After-Party Dress—Scroll to See It

Cue the feathers, fringe and compliments: It's time to shop for a wedding after-party dress. Chances are, many of your guests are down to keep the good times going during a wedding after-party, whether it takes shape as a swanky cocktail-bar buyout or a chill beach bonfire. It's the perfect excuse to extend the evening in a more casual way—and also to slip into another eye-catching look as your after-wedding attire. Think of the after-party wedding dress as the fun and sexy younger sibling of your wedding dress and reception dress: It can swing from slinky, to flirty, to shimmery, to leggy and even avant garde, or combine all of the above. Whatever your vibe, every bridal after-party dress on our curated list below is guaranteed to keep heads turning as you dance into the wee hours. Here's to serving looks long after you say "I do."

In this article: Editor's Top 10 | Where to Buy | Full Outfits | Mini + Short | Romantic | Long-Sleeve | Sparkly | Affordable | Pearl | Long | Plus-Size | Unique

Editor's Top 10 Wedding After-Party Dress Picks

We know this list of dresses and outfits is a lot to scroll through, so we'll cut to the chase. These are some of the best bride after-party dresses we've found, and there's one to suit every vibe and every budget, from simple and sophisticated to over-the-top glam.

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• Best Affordable Wedding After-Party Dress: Lulus Matina Cream Sequin Beaded Scoop Neck Mini Dress, $79
• Best Sequin Wedding After-Party Dress: Helsi Megan Halter Mini Dress, $435
• Best Pearl Wedding After-Party Dress: Meshki Liliane Suiting Mini Dress, $215
• Best Fringe Wedding After-Party Dress: Endless Rose Beaded Fringe Mini Dress, $380
• Best Unique Wedding After-Party Dress: Show Me Your Mumu Let's Go Mini Dress, $438
• Best Edgy Wedding After-Party Dress: Meshki Aubree Crepe and Mesh Maxi Dress, $149
• Best Flower Wedding After-Party Dress: Meshki Otillie Rose Halter Mini Dress, $165
• Best Bow Wedding After-Party Dress: Show Me Your Mumu Lisa Mini Dress, $158
• Best Plus-Size Wedding After-Party Dress: Azazie Katiya Stretch Diamond White Sheath Cowl Neckline Pleated Stretch Satin Dress, $139
• Best Big-Budget Wedding After-Party Dress: STAUD Le Sable Dress in Pearl, $995

Where to Shop for a Bridal After-Party Dress

Looking to broaden your horizons as you look for the perfect wedding after-party dress? We've got you covered. Check out a few of our favorite online retailers where you can find an after-party look to suit every style and budget.

• Anthropologie: Anthropologie is one of our favorite places to find stunning bridal attire for any event, including options for a chic bride after-party dress. Scroll through their selection of frocks, sets and jumpsuits for endless inspiration. The best part? Their dresses often come in standard, petite and plus sizes.
• Lulus: A mecca for trendy, yet affordable looks, you'll definitely find something that catches your eye here. BTW: Many of their wedding after-party dresses come in at under $150, so you might want to stock up on some LWDs and bach party outfits too while you're poking around.
• REVOLVE: For a showstopping outfit, look no further than REVOLVE's collection of high-end and designer after-party dresses. The site carries tons of stylish bridal-worthy styles, from feather-halter mini dresses to sexy lace numbers.
• RETROFÊTE: When we think "party," we think of this oh-so-hot brand. From dresses with flirty fringe and wispy feathers, to silky satin slips, to frocks that show a little skin in a chic way, you'll find an after-party bridal dress that screams main-character energy here.
• Nuuly: If affordability and sustainability are top of mind for you, consider renting a wedding dress for your after-party attire. That way, you can rock a gorgeous 'fit while only paying a fraction of the price. One of our top choices is Nuuly, which carries beloved brands like BHLDN, ASTR the Label and Petal & Pup.
• ELOQUII: We're so impressed with ELOQUII's wedding collection. The popular plus-size retailer now has a dedicated section of gowns and event dresses for all of your wedding-related festivities, including some seriously stunning after-wedding party dresses.

Wedding After-Party Outfits

If you're looking for head-to-toe guidance on your wedding after-party outfit, you've come to the right section. Below, we've assembled a handful of full, editor-curated bridal after-party looks to help you out. Because the less time you spend scrolling around looking for your outfit, the more time you can spend enjoying the "I can't believe we're getting married" glow with your S.O.

1. Modern Chic Wedding After-Party Outfit

Photos: Stocksy, Meshki, Cult Gaia, AGMES,Design: Tiana Crispino

Dress: Meshki Adoria Sequin Cut Out Maxi Dress

Size range: XXS–3XL

Complete the look:

• Earrings: AGMES Medium Celia Hoops in Silver, $520
• Shoes: Cult Gaia Cassidy Sandal in Multi, $598

2. Retro Feminine Wedding After-Party Outfit

Photos: Unsplash, Reformation, Bloomingdale's, Jennifer Behr, Quince,Design: Tiana Crispino

Suitset: Reformation Dela Two Piece
Size range: 0–12

Complete the look:

• Bag: AQUA Beaded Top Handle Bag in Ivory, $98
• Hair bow: Jennifer Behr Virginia Bow Barrette in Cream, $168
• Shoes: Quince Italian Leather 65mm Cap Toe Slingback in Bone, $94

3. Fun Flirty Wedding After-Party Outfit

Photos: Stocksy, Lulus, Jennifer Behr, Reformation, Bloomingdale's,Design: Tiana Crispino

Dress: Lulus Blissfully Beaming White Sleeveless Bow Mini Dress
Size range: XXS–XXL

Complete the look:

• Bag: AQUA x Salvatore Rizza Embellished Disco Ball Clutch, $108
• Shoes: Reformation Natasha Pump in Mirror Metallic, $298
• Earrings: Jennifer Behr Tunis Earrings in Crystal, $178

Short Wedding After-Party Dresses

One of the best things about a wedding after-party dress (especially if you wore a heavy gown for your ceremony and reception) is the major comfort boost that comes with it. If lightweight and dance-ready is what you're going for, you can't go wrong with an after-party wedding dress that's short. Ahead, we've rounded up some absolute standouts when it comes to wedding after-party dresses for the bride with mini skirts in myriad silhouettes, from halter-neck to full-on fringe​, many of which come at a very affordable price point. But if you do happen to feel like splurging, we've got options for that too.

4. BHLDN Sleeveless Square Neck Taffeta A-Line Mini Dress

Photo: Anthropologie

Size range: 0–16

5. Birdy Grey Bowen Dress

Photo: Birdy Grey

Size range: XS–XL

6. Meshki Orellia Strapless Suiting Mini Dress in Ivory

Photo: Meshki

Size range: XXS–3XL

7. Show Me Your Mumu Lisa Mini Dress in Ivory Luxe Satin

Photo: Show Me Your Mumu

Size range: XXS–XXL

8. ELLIAT Elder Dress in White

Photo: REVOLVE

Size range: XXS–XXL

9. Superdown Astar Mini Dress

Photo: Superdown

Size range: XXS–XL

10. Fleur Du Mal Ivory Collette Dress

Photo: Fleur du Mal

Size range: 0–10

11. Lovers and Friends x Maggie MacDonald Mariam Mini Dress

Photo: REVOLVE

Size range: XXS–XL

12. Petal + Pup Nisha Strapless Mini Dress

Photo: Petal + Pup

Size range: 0–16

13. Show Me Your Mumu Gina Dress

Photo: Show Me Your Mumu

Size range: XXS–XXL

14. Reformation Ecru Dress

Photo: Reformation

Size range: 0–12

Romantic Wedding After-Party Dresses

You can never go wrong with sexy and structured when it comes to choosing an after-wedding dress. But if flowers, lace and bows appeal to you more than ruching, slits and cut-outs, there are still tons of dress options available that both embrace your whimsical aesthetic and feel flirty enough to make great wedding after-party dresses for a bride or anyone else inclined toward a frilly frock. Find your perfect postwedding outfit below.

15. AMUR Mirelle Strapless Drop-Waist Mini Dress

Photo: Anthropologie

Size range: 00–14

16. Meshki Otillie Rose Halter Mini Dress - White

Photo: Meshki

Size range: XXS–3XL

17. Azazie Dawn Two-Piece Diamond White A-Line Lace Dress

Photo: Azazie

Size range: WD0–WD30

18. Meshki Felicia Satin Mini Dress With Bow

Photo: Meshki

Size range: XXS–3XL

19. For Love & Lemons Orsa Mini Dress

Photo: For Love & Lemons

Size range: XXS–XL

20. Sandy Liang Naomi Dress in White

Photo: Sandy Liang

Size range: 0–12

21. For Love & Lemons Rosie Jacquard Mini Dress

Photo: For Love & Lemons

Size range: XXS–XL

22. Majorelle Ann Mini Dress

Photo: REVOLVE

Size range: XXS–XL

Long-Sleeve Wedding After-Party Dresses

Maybe you plan on tying the knot in not-so-warm weather, or maybe you're simply itching for an ultra-fun sleeve moment. Whatever the case may be, there are plenty of after-party wedding dresses with long-sleeves to keep you stylish and comfy. So many, in fact, that we had trouble narrowing this list down to just a handful of them. From a few simple stunners to some seriously wow-worthy silhouettes, scroll on for our top long-sleeve after-party wedding dress picks.

23. Lulus Lyrista Cream Sequin Cowl Back Mini Dress

Photo: Lulus

Size range: XS–XL

24. SAU LEE Audrey Dress

Photo: REVOLVE

Size range: 0–14

25. Reformation Blanche Dress

Photo: Reformation

Size range: XS–XL

26. Show Me Your Mumu Iconic Mini Dress

Photo: Show Me Your Mumu

Size range: XXS–XXL

27. AW Bridal Hailey Ivory Dress

Photo: AW Bridal

Size range: 0–30

Sparkly Wedding After-Party Dresses

When you think of a wedding after-party dress, there's a good chance you'll envision something that sparkles under a disco ball, shimmering with sequins, metallic embellishments or beaded details. Whether you'll be heading to your favorite spot to dance, taking the party to a lively hotel lobby or just want to look fab at your fave dive bar, these dresses to wear after a wedding have you covered. From simple, understated sparkle to maximalist picks, scroll on for a roundup of our favorite sparkly after-party wedding dresses. BTW: If a white after-party wedding dress sounds like more of the same, opt for a silver postwedding reception dress—we found some cute ones.

28. Helsi Megan Halter Mini Dress

Photo: Anthropologie

Size range: XXS–XL

29. Show Me Your Mumu Let's Go Mini Dress

Photo: Show Me Your Mumu

Size range: XS–XXL

30. Endless Rose Beaded Fringe Mini Dress

Photo: Anthropologie

Size range: XS–L

31. Mare Mare Sequin Mini Dress

Photo: Anthropologie

Size range: XS–XL

32. Mare Mare One Shoulder Draped Sequin Slip Mini Dress

Photo: Anthropologie

Size range: XS–XL

33. ELLIATT Caledonia Floral Embroidered Sequin Shift Dress

Photo: Nordstrom

Size range: XS–XL

34. Anne Barge Dancing Queen Dress

Photo: Anne Barge

Size range: XS–XL

35. Mac Duggal Silver Sleeveless Sequin Dress With Gold Floral Detail

Photo: Mac Duggal

Size range: 0–14

36. Helsi Leslie Strapless Sequin Mesh Midi Dress

Photo: Anthropologie

Size range: XS–XL

37. STAUD Le Sable Dress in Pearl

Photo: STAUD

Size range: XS–XL

38. Runaway The Label Vesina Mini Dress

Photo: Shopbop

Size range: XS–XL

39. Fleur Du Mal Sequin Knit Bodycon Dress

Photo: Fleur du Mal

Size range: XS–L

Affordable Wedding After-Party Dresses

Real talk: Your wedding gown/attire was probably expensive and the thought of splurging on a second or third look for the night might be giving your wallet some anxiety. The good news: There are tons of affordable picks for a wedding after-party dress for a bride/marrier that go hard on style and easy on your budget. Every frock in this category is $150 or less (yay), so while you scoop up a LWD for your after-wedding outfit, maybe grab another for your bach weekend?

40. Lulus Matina Cream Sequin Beaded Scoop Neck Mini Dress

Photo: Lulus

Size range: XS–XL

41. Lulus Posh Vision White Sleeveless Blazer Pleated Mini Dress

Photo: Lulus

Size range: XXS–XXL

42. Abercrombie & Fitch High-Neck Bubble Hem Mini Dress

Photo: Abercrombie & Fitch

Size range: XXS–XL

43. Azazie Aniko Diamond White Fit and Flare Stretch Satin Dress

Photo: Azazie

44. Lulus Beyond Classy White Satin Halter Midi Dress

Photo: Lulus

Size range: XXS–XXL

45. Azazie Blossom Diamond White A-Line With Pockets Satin Dress

Photo: Azazie

Size range: WD0–WD30

46. Mango Asymmetrical Pleated Dress

Photo: Mango

Size range: 2–10

47. ASTR the Label Bow Detail Bustier Mini Dress

Photo: ASTR the Label

Size range: XS–XL

Pearl Wedding After-Party Dresses

Diamonds shouldn't get all the glory when it comes to jewel-like embellishments that make a classic white after-party dress for a bride gleam. Pearls feel luxe, elegant and elevated—and also a touch more unique. A pearl-encrusted after-party dress provides the ideal amount of shine and interest. Take a peek at a few of our favorites here.

48. Meshki Adora Pearl Halter Mini Dress

Photo: Meshki

Size range: XS–XL

49. Birdy Grey Lexie Dress

Photo: Birdy Grey

Size range: XS–3X

50. Meshki Lorrie Tweed Corset Mini Dress

Photo: Meshki

Size range: XXS–3XL

51. Shona Joy Opaline Sheer Pearl Mini Dress

Photo: REVOLVE

Size range: 0–12

52. Meshki Liliane Suiting Mini Dress Ivory

Photo: Meshki

Size range: XXS–3XL

53. Lulus Flirty Luxury Ivory Mesh Pearl Long Sleeve Mini Dress

Photo: Lulus

Size range: XXS–XXL

54. Mac Duggal Pearl Beaded Square Neck Mini Dress

Photo: Nordstrom

Size range: 2–10

Long Wedding After-Party Dresses

Wedding after-party dresses don't have to be mini to work for the occasion. This is one of the few times in your life when you'll get to have as many outfit changes as you want, each one as extra as you see fit. With that in mind, why not go ahead and sport another floor-grazing look? To help you do just that, we're bringing you a list of some of our absolute favorites. While they may be longer in length, rest assured that all of them are very much after-party-appropriate. Bonus: Some can double as your second wedding look, if you wanted to change into a reception dress. Scroll on to start shopping.

55. Lulus Effortlessly Sensational White Satin Backless Maxi Dress

Photo: Lulus

Size range: XXS–XL

56. Rat & Boa Emmanuella Dress

Photo: Rat & Boa

Size range: XXS–XXL

57. BHLDN One-Shoulder Asymmetric Sleeveless Maxi Dress

Photo: Anthropologie

Size range: XS–XL

58. Birdy Grey Harper Sequin Feather Dress

Photo: Birdy Grey

Size range: XS–3X

59. Michael Costello x REVOLVE Skylar Maxi Dress

Photo: REVOLVE

Size range: XXS–XL

60. Reformation Jeany Silk Dress

Photo: Reformation

Size range: XS–XL

61. V. Chapman June Corset Jacquard Front-Slit Gown

Photo: Anthropologie

Size range: 0–20W

Plus-Size Wedding After-Party Dresses

One of the most frustrating things that can come with shopping, no matter what you're looking for, is the lack of inclusive sizing. To help you cut through the clutter and find a wedding after-party outfit that not only comes in plus sizes, but also looks and feels amazing, we did the hard work for you. Scroll on to shop our favorite wedding after-party dresses that come in plus-sizes and are truly breathtaking. (Though, note many styles in the other categories in this article also come in extended sizing, so give them a skim.)

62. Azazie Scarlette Diamond White A-Line Sweetheart Lace Chiffon Dress

Photo: Azazie

Size range: W0–WD30

63. Bridal by ELOQUII Mini Flare Dress With Structured Bodice

Photo: ELOQUII

Size range: 14–32

64. Show Me Your Mumu Rosetta Mini Dress

Photo: Show Me Your Mumu

Size range: XXS–3X

65. Birdy Grey Monique Matte Satin Dress

Photo: Birdy Grey

Size range: XS–3X

66. Bridal by ELOQUII Feather Hem Slip Dress

Photo: ELOQUII

Size range: 14–28

67. Azazie Katiya Stretch Diamond White Sheath Cowl Neckline Pleated Stretch Satin Dress

Photo: Azazie

Size range: WD0–WD30

68. Bridal by ELOQUII Feather Bodice Jumpsuit

Photo: ELOQUII

Size range: 14–32

Unique Wedding After-Party Dresses and Outfits

From architectural outfits to avant-garde looks, sometimes you just feel like wearing something a little out of the ordinary. And honestly, a wedding after-party is the ideal time to get a little experimental. This category is a catchall for all things unexpected, from feather-adorned jumpsuits, to novel dress silhouettes that appear like wearable art, to the fanciest PJs we've ever seen that would work perfectly as wedding after-party clothes for a postreception fete up in your hotel suite.

69. Meshki Crepe And Mesh Maxi Dress - Ivory

Photo: Meshki

Size range: XXS–3XL

70. Mare Mare Sequin Strapless Top & Wide-Leg Pants Set

Photo: Anthropologie

Size range: XS–XL

71. Rat & Boa Ruba Slip Dress

Photo: Rat & Boa

Size range: XXS–XXL

72. Mare Mare All-Over Beaded Strapless Set

Photo: Anthropologie

Size range: XS–XL

73. Petal & Pup Louise Feather Trim Jumpsuit

Photo: Petal & Pup

Size range: XS–XL

74. Cult Gaia Mara Dress

Photo: Cult Gaia

Size range: XS–XL

75. Fleur Du Mal Fringe Maxi Dress in Vanilla

Photo: Fleur du Mal

Size range: XS–L

76. Cult Gaia Sapphira Dress Off White

Photo: Cult Gaia

Size range: XXS–XL

77. Sleeper Party Pajamas Set With Detachable Feathers in White

Photo: Sleeper

Size range: XS–XL