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Brides have started to wear more than one dress on their wedding day, including the best wedding after-party dresses, and who can blame them? They’re in the spotlight from the moment the ceremony begins until the receptions end—and any extra festivities after that—warranting multiple looks throughout the celebrations. Whether you call it the reception outfit, the send-off look, or the after-party dress, plenty of festive options exist for twirling the night away. Besides, who wants to dance for hours in a long train, veil, and layers of tulle when you can change into a fanciful number like a slinky chainmail slip or a feathered design similar to the one worn by Vogue 100 member and bride Jamie Singer Soros?
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From crystal trimmings and oversize paillettes to slinky cutout crepe and satin silhouettes, an abundance of all-white and metallic looks have recently graced the runways, making it clear that fanciful is in this season (whether or not brides served as inspiration). Miu Miu, Khaite, Markarian, and Area deliver some of the most spectacular iterations. However, wedding collections have also become a focal point among designers, including spectacular bridal-specific offerings from Christopher Kane, Molly Goddard, and Staud.
Whatever section you’re shopping, a little white dress, silver sequin shift, or ivory blazer dress could all be potential options. It’s just how you interpret them. Plus, options like these don’t require fittings or private appointments like traditional wedding gowns. From lustrous satin and cupcake minidresses to sequin, fringe, feather, and rhinestone adorned midis, scroll to discover the 32 best wedding after-party dresses to shop now.