It’s finally here: the last night before you say your “I do’s” and start your new married life! While your rehearsal dinner is an important time to finalize all the details before the big day, it’s also the official start of your wedding celebrations. To set the tone for the coming events and kick off the party vibes, you need a stunning ‘fit — and we’ve found the perfect rehearsal dinner dresses for the job!
From flirty LWDs to swoon-worthy satin styles, rehearsal dinner dresses can be anything you want them to be. To help you find “the one,” we’ve narrowed down some eye-catching picks for every bridal and aesthetic, whether you’re a minimalist at heart or a full glam babe.
But before we get into the gorgeous gowns, here are some quick tips to help you make your final night one to remember!
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How to Dress for a Rehearsal Dinner
Similar to the rest of your wardrobe for the big day, your rehearsal dinner dress should show off your unique bridal style! While white dresses are a classic choice, there are no rules when it comes to dressing for your rehearsal dinner.
Instead, we suggest rocking rehearsal dinner dresses that reflect your theme and mirror your venue. Going laid back with a beach soirée? Look for breezy, bohemian rehearsal dinner dresses! Tying the knot on a swanky city rooftop? Keep it modern with rehearsal dinner jumpsuits!
It’s also best for your ‘fit to match your dress code. If you’ve decided on semi formal attire for the big day, you should avoid a super casual or super formal dress for the rehearsal dinner (and vice versa!).
The same goes for your accessories — complete your look with styles that match your wedding vibes, like a cute pair of bridal boots for a mountain ceremony. This is also your chance to have some fun and rock accessories that get everyone in the party spirit, like a playful pair of tassel earrings!
Where to Buy a Rehearsal Dinner Dress
Where you buy your rehearsal dinner dress will depend on the style of your celebration, but here are our favorite shops to help you find your perfect ‘fit!
- Etsy: For unique styles that never miss, it doesn’t get better than Etsy! All of their rehearsal dinner dresses are made by independent designers — so you’re not only getting something totally one-of-a-kind, but you’re also supporting small businesses! Plus, Etsy is our one-stop shop for unique wedding decor, statement accessories, and even gorgeous bridal gowns.
- Anthropologie Weddings: The crème de la crème of all things bridal, Anthropologie Weddings has no shortage of stunning rehearsal dinner dresses. From simple and classic designs to modern and playful styles, their dresses are guaranteed to up your style game. Anthro also has stunning picks for your bridal shower, after party, and, of course, the big day itself!
- Lulus: Introducing our affordable favorite! Lulus specializes in trendy, stylish, and budget-friendly dresses for every part of the planning timeline — from rehearsal dinner dresses to bachelorette party ‘fits! And the best part about Lulus dresses? You’ll definitely wear them again.
Now, let’s get into our favorite rehearsal dinner dresses that will help you celebrate your night before in style!
White Rehearsal Dinner Dresses
A classic for a reason, white rehearsal dinner dresses ooze classic bridal vibes. They’re perfect if you’re going for an all-white wedding ensemble (from a white bridal shower ‘fit to a white wedding gown!), or if you want something gorgeously bridal for the night before you tie the knot.
Another bonus of white rehearsal dinner dresses: they’ll match the vibes no matter the venue, season, or style of your day! All you have to do is find the one that showcases your sartorial style.
From sexy slip dresses to elegant midi gowns, here are our top white rehearsal dinner dresses!
1: Bow Tie White Rehearsal Dinner Dress
Short and SO sweet! For the white rehearsal dinner dresses with a dose of drama, look no further than this statement frock. It takes one of our favorite bridal trends of the year (bow ties) and kicks it up a notch, with a floor-skimming, oversized bow that’ll win you major fashion points.
Plus, the whimsical bow detail is removable, so you can get an effortless second look for your honeymoon and beyond! Because who doesn’t need an elegantly tailored little white dress?
5: Sexy Lacy White Rehearsal Dinner Dress
Speaking of something a little sexy….let us introduce the best of the best sultry white rehearsal dinner dresses! The perfect LWD, this silky mini is simply irresistible, with a flattering cowl neckline, a ruched short skirt, and a pop of white lace. You’ll also want to check out the lace-up back — we’re obsessed!
While it’s definitely tantalizing, this silhouette is still appropriate for mingling with out-of-towners and toasting your family. Rock it for a warm weather celebration or a formal meets modern affair.
7: Romantic Ruffle White Rehearsal Dinner Dress
Is there such a thing as too many ruffles? Our answer: never! As the last dress you’ll wear before you say your “I do’s,” we say have a little fun with it. This white rehearsal dress is playful, flirty, and eye-catching, with a form-fitting strapless silhouette that maxes out on ruffles.
Made by Cleobella, this fun white dress is also ethically handmade. The brand works with local artisans and small factories and is committed to sustainable manufacturing practices. In other words, you can feel just as amazing about buying this white rehearsal dinner dress as you’ll feel about wearing it!
Winter Rehearsal Dinner Dresses
‘Tis the season for extra glam, major sequins, and sleek silhouettes! Whether you’re dressing for a snowy backdrop or a cozy lodge, we’ve rounded up the winter rehearsal dinner dresses that will set the mood for your cold weather celebrations.
Winter can sometimes feel harder to dress for, especially if you want to wear a fashion-forward dress and brave the weather at the same time. Our favorite winter rehearsal dinner dresses manage to do both — but they would all also look stun-ning with some sweater weather accessories, like faux fur wraps, sleek boots, and chic jackets.
Keep scrolling for all of our favorite winter rehearsal dinner dresses, plus the cozy accessories we’d style them with!
Casual Rehearsal Dinner Dresses
If there’s one thing we learned over the past couple of years, it’s that weddings don’t have to be over-the-top to be amazing. For couples that are keeping things casual to focus more on their unique love story and less on the pomp and circumstance, these casual rehearsal dinner dresses will fit the mood perfectly.
But just because these dresses are casual doesn’t mean they’re any less stunning! We’ve rounded up the most flattering rehearsal dinner dresses that will keep all eyes on you — no sparkles or extra embellishments needed.
So, whether you’re planning a micro ceremony or a backyard bash, prepare to fall head over heels in love with these casual rehearsal dinner dresses!
16: Cottagecore Casual Rehearsal Dinner Dress
It’s giving cottagecore, but with a girly, lacy twist! We’re suckers for eyelet lace, and this casual rehearsal dinner dress understood the assignment. And combined with puff sleeves and a twirl-ready hemline, it proves that a casual dress code definitely doesn’t have to be boring.
Perfect for laid back warm weather celebrations and casual backyard nuptials, this sweet mini dress has us dreaming about lazy afternoons picking wildflowers in the countryside. And we wouldn’t have it any other way!
P.S. This one would also be SO cute for a bridal shower!
18: Floaty + Floral Casual Rehearsal Dinner Dress
If we could describe summertime in a dress, it would be this one. Made with uber breathable cotton and featuring the prettiest floral print, this casual rehearsal dinner dress is easy, breezy, and so beautiful.
Like a warm afternoon strolling through a garden or wandering around European cities, this comfy casual dress is about good vibes only. And as one of the iconic Nap Dress styles, it designed to be comfortable and flattering on anyone. Maybe the perfect dress does exist!
20: Vintage-Inspired Casual Rehearsal Dinner Dress
All your other dresses will be jealous once this one enters the wardrobe! A little bit vintage, a little bit boho, and a lot dreamy, this casual rehearsal dinner dress is truly TO DIE FOR.
We’re head over heels for all the little details that make it stand out, from the corset-inspired bodice to the intricate floral embroidery. And the lacy trim? Utter bliss.
The epitome of warm weather chic, this casual mini is also made with ultra thin + breathable fabric for extra comfort. We’ll toast to that!
21: Minimalist Midi Casual Gown
A minimalist’s dream, this white midi dress is simple but SO effective. It has all the ingredients of the perfect casual rehearsal dinner dress: a square neckline, a timeless silhouette, and a flirty leg slit.
Plus, if that wasn’t enough, a statement strappy back brings a major wow factor. Talk about sophisticated in the front, party in the back!
Make this one your own with a sweet + simple zodiac necklace (or a birthstone necklace, if that’s more your jam!). Whether you’re a gemini or a virgo, we have a feeling that this dress is a top compatibility match.
Boho Rehearsal Dinner Dresses
Free-spirited, laid back, non-traditional — if we’re describing your bridal aesthetic right now, then you’ll love boho rehearsal dinner dresses! These dresses are more carefree than their classic counterparts, with flowy silhouettes, breezy fabrics, and retro details.
For the bohemian babes, we’ve narrowed down the most stunning boho rehearsal dinner dresses for every dress code and season. They may have different hemlines, fabrics, and silhouettes, but they all channel effortlessly cool vibes. And they’re also perfect if you’re rocking a bohemian gown on the big day!
Here are our all-time favorite boho rehearsal dinner dresses.
Carefree and unconventional, boho wedding gowns are SUCH a vibe. Check out these 20 boho styles for a rad bridal look!
22: Feminine Ruffle Boho Gown
Attention all boho brides — this is THE perfect rehearsal dinner dress for a romantic, free-spirited night before! It adds a dose of whimsy to our favorite warm weather silhouette, with lacy eyelet fabric and the a flirty ruffle along the neckline.
Not pictured: the stunning open back! Show an unexpected pop of skin, adorned with a delicate bow tie. You’ll definitely want to wear your hair up with this floaty floral dress.
24: Blooming Botanical Boho Gown
Channel a blooming secret garden with floral-detailed boho rehearsal dinner dresses! We can practically smell the sweet fragrance of the flowers on this botanical dress from here. A colorful pick perfect for a vibrant and fresh springtime event!
But this floral gown isn’t all sweet — a plunging neckline and sheer lace inserts also gives it some spice. We have a feeling your S.O. will be swooning over this one!
25: Lacy Boho Rehearsal Dinner Dress
If you’ve been looking for the perfect LWD with a boho twist, this lacy white rehearsal dinner dress has you covered (literally!). It gives the classic white mini a flirty, retro-inspired upgrade with all-over floral lace, romantic bell sleeves, and a plunging open back.
The result? You can get an impossibly (bohemian) chic look in the seconds it takes to throw this lacy white dress over your head. Laid back brides that still love a fashion moment, this one’s for you!
Take advantage of the shorter hemline and break out a stunning pair of white heels. These ’70s-inspired platforms are EVERYTHING (and under $50).
27: Flirty Boho Rehearsal Dinner Dress
The reviews don’t lie: this is one of the best boho rehearsal dinner dresses in the game. Other soon-to-be-weds love the sweet crochet trim, the stunning open back, and the fact that they can dress it up and down to fit the occasion.
We love all that, plus the alluring v-neck, the dainty floral details, and the airy woven fabric (a must for warm weather)! You definitely can’t go wrong with this flirty mini dress.
P.S. This frock also comes in cherry red for a festive party look!
Our Favorite Wedding Planning Resources
As any soonlywed knows, wedding planning includes MUCH more than just the Big Day. Before you say your “I do’s” and start your life as a married couple, there are seemingly endless celebrations to plan — which also means picking out seemingly endless outfits to wear to those events!
That’s where we come in. We’ve created guides for every party leading up to the main event (plus lists for what to wear to them), so you can kick back and enjoy the celebrations in style.
Now that you know the ins and outs of the best rehearsal dinner dresses, check out our comprehensive planning guide for the rehearsal dinner itself! You’ll also love our complete bridal shower planning guide — plus our round-up of the most stunning bridal shower gowns!
And don’t forget the bachelorette party! Here are 29 creative bachelorette party ideas to make it one to remember. Plus, we’ve narrowed down the best bridesmaid gifts to show your girls some love before the big day!
Do you have any planning questions that we haven’t answered? Let us know in the comments below!