Wedding Reception Dresses

Why Brides Change for the Reception

Once the ceremony is over, you'll probably be moving around a lot more. A formal wedding gown can start to feel heavy after several hours, especially with a long train or fuller skirt. Changing into a lighter reception dress can make dancing and moving around easier later in the night. Still deciding what your second outfit could look like? Our second look wedding dresses are a good place to start.

What to Look for in a Reception Dress

Your wedding reception dress should feel a little easier to wear once the more formal part of the day is behind you. Comfort is a good place to start, especially when you’ll be sitting through dinner and spending plenty of time on the dance floor. Lighter fabrics can feel nicer later in the night, and a shorter length gives you less fabric to manage while you’re moving around. A white midi still has that bridal feel and works well when you want something easier to dance in. Prefer to keep the longer look? A white maxi gives you more length while still feeling right for the reception.

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For your wedding reception dress, think about what you’ll want to wear once dinner is done and the dance floor opens. A lighter mini or midi can be a lovely change after spending hours in your ceremony gown, especially when you want something easier to move in. Party dresses are worth a look for styles that still feel special enough for your wedding night. Keep your shoes and venue in mind too, then go with the dress you can see yourself happily wearing through the rest of the celebration.