aqua mini dress Hyacinth House Linen Embroidered Ruthie Aqua Linen / XXL The kind of piece you reach for when the occasion calls for something that looks considered without trying too hard Melani Jai Mini Dress -

Choose a halter maxi dress in a vibrant summer print or a sleek solid color with a subtle sheen

Best Color Choices Soft neutrals like champagne and blush Jewel tones for evening events Floral prints for daytime ceremonies Destination-inspired hues (ocean blue, sunset coral) Colors to Avoid All white Overly dark shades in hot climates Neon tones that overpower the setting Occasion-Based Recommendations Different destination events call for different styles

Emerald green, mint green, blue green, seafoam green, dark green - the list of shades of green can honestly go on forever, and you're in luck because Ellie Wilde has them all

After major galas, you can get a good sense of which trends dominate