You’ve said your “I do’s”, toasted with your nearest and dearest, and polished off your wedding cake — now all there’s left to do is party the night away! And we’ve found the most dazzling, eye-catching, and celebratory wedding after party dresses for the job.
Arguably the most fun outfit in your wedding wardrobe, your second look is what you’ll be wearing as you tear up the dance floor and celebrate your newly minted married status during your wedding after party. So pour the bubbly, cue the tunes, and let’s find your perfect party-ready ‘fit!
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Do you need a different dress for a wedding after party?
While you don’t need a different dress for your wedding after party, you may want to slip into something a little more comfortable for all the dancing, toasting, and celebrating you’ll be doing! This is your chance to trade your long train, floor-sweeping skirt, or restrictive bodice for something more dance floor-approved.
And not only are wedding after party dresses practical, but they’re also a great excuse to rock another gorgeous gown on the big day. Because why settle for just one dress when you could have two looks…or even three!
With a wedding after party dress, you can experiment with playful designs and show off your unique personal style — especially if you wore a more traditional or understated wedding gown.
What style of dress is best for a wedding after party?
The best style of dress for your wedding after party is anything that’s easy to dance in and instantly puts you in the party mood. Think: glamorous sequin stunners, playful feather designs, and stylish LWD’s!
Shorter hemlines are especially popular for wedding after party dresses, since they’re ideal for showing off your favorite dance moves — and your gorgeous legs.
This is also your opportunity to turn up the glam factor and rock something a little more daring. Have fun with flirty ruffles, glittery embellishments, or unique colors. Remember: it’s your time to shine, so celebrate your newly married status in style!
If you want to rock something a little more non-traditional for your wedding after party look, we also love a chic and stylish bridal jumpsuit or two part set. You can’t go wrong with an ensemble that reflects your rad personal style.
How much should you expect to spend on a wedding after party dress?
With so many different styles to choose from, wedding after party dresses come in all price ranges — so you can expect to spend anywhere from $50 to over $500 on a chic second look.
Typically, dresses with more intricate details, such as iridescent beading, glittering embellishments, and party-ready appliqués, will cost a bit more. Understated styles tend to be more budget-friendly, but you can also find stunning (and sparkly) wedding after party dresses that don’t break the bank! Ultimately, the final price tag will come down to your personal style and budget.
Now, without further ado…the best wedding after party dresses for your statement second look!
9: Statement Bow + Beaded Botanical Mini
Two words: Oversized. Bows. One of our current favorite bridal trends, bow details add such a fun and flirty element to any dress. And this sparkly mini is no exception! We love how the organza bow highlights that sultry open back and matches the vine-inspired embellishments on the gown.
Rock this wedding after party dress with an updo to show off that statement bow — and to keep your hair in place after a night of dominating the dance floor!
14: Chic Cowl-Neck Wedding After Party Dress
Your favorite cowl neck slip dress gets a party-ready makeover with this fun wedding after party look! We love the balance of the classy + timeless silhouette with the flirty + trendy floating trim detail. Complete with an oh-so high leg slit, it’s a sexy style that’s made for dancing!
And with sizes XXS – XXL, this eye-catching dress is also universally flattering. We love to see it!
16: Chic Pearl Straps Wedding After Party Dress
Turn heads with this chic wedding after party dress! Pearls are having a serious moment right now, and this white mini takes the feminine trend to new heights with the sweetest sleeve details! With a structured bodice and 10 pieces of boning, the dress provides a flawless fitted look. And the gathered waist with mikado skirt lined with horsehair gives the dress extra shape and volume, it’s a flirty look that’s perfect for fashion-forward babes.
The ultimate after party accessory? A statement pair of bridal gloves! We’ve rounded up the best styles to complete your glamorous second look.
24: Whimsical Fluttery Wedding After Party Dress
The whimsy of it all! With dozens of wispy feathers for the skirt, this wedding after party dress looks like it came straight out of dream. It’ll give you the prettiest movement as you float across the dance floor and twirl with your other half!
It’s truly no wonder this feather mini has gained a cult status. Bold and soft at the same time, it’s the definition of a show-stopper!
29: Crystal Embellished Off-the-Shoulder White Mini
It’s the sequins for us! We love any detail that makes a wedding after party dress more fun to dance in, and these pink iridescent sequins definitely check that box.
Whether you’re slow dancing with your S.O. or throwing your hands in the air like you just don’t care, this sequin mini will make it a moment to remember.
And just wait until the light of the disco ball hits those glittering sequins — pure bliss!
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Now that you’ve said “yes” to the perfect wedding after party dress, complete the rest of your bridal wardrobe with these rehearsal dinner gowns. Because there’s no such thing as too many outfits for your wedding weekend!
And don’t forget the finishing touch to every look: your beauty. We’ve rounded up the best bridal makeup looks and inspo for your walk down the aisle!
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And finally: your wedding soundtrack. From your wedding recessional to your first dance to your mother/son and father/daughter dances, we’ve found the best songs to complete all these special moments.
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