Weddings
Jul 4, 2021

My Engagement Party Is 3 Weeks Away—I Have These 12 Dresses in My Cart

by Anneliese Dominguez

Okay, I've been engaged for four months now, and your girl is ready to throw a dang party. My fiancé popped the question pre-vaccine, so I've waited quite some time to plan something that all of my favorite people would be able to attend. And because I'm me, I'm actually having two parties: one garden party in Los Angeles with friends as well as one at my parents' home in Northern California with family. So yes, I'm going to buy myself two dresses for both weekends, and I'm not sorry about it.

I just need to start off this roundup by saying I had so much fun creating this—maybe too much fun. (There may or may not be a total of 50 dresses in this article.) I'd catch myself oohing and awing at pieces, screenshotting things to send to friends, and just flat-out smiling while I shopped. I guess the truth is that anything wedding related just makes me so happy. Some of the options are on the formal side, some are a bit more casual, some are all white, and some are incredibly colorful. Quite honestly, I haven't quite figured out my vibe yet, but hey, I've got options. So without further ado, keep scrolling for the 12 engagement dresses in my cart that I'm deciding between, plus 38 more that I'm eyeing.

Sleeper Michelin Linen Dress in White ($320)

I've been eyeing basically everything from Sleeper, but this dress is number one on my radar. From the sleeves to the linen fabric, it's absolute perfection.

Cult Gaia Lola Dress ($358)

I'll say this upfront: There will be a lot of Cult Gaia included in my upcoming wedding content.

Dissh Nell White Linen Midi Dress ($129)

Smocked bodices will always be a good idea for summer.

Zara Linen Blend Dress ($50)

The back on this is all I can think about.

Staud Ida Dress ($295)

I fell in love with this the moment I saw it on one of my favorite fashion people on Instagram.

Ciao Lucia Gabriela Printed Cotton Dress ($315)

I would also do a squiggle mani to match.

Astr the Label Lizbeth Dress in White ($138)

I actually think this looks much more expensive than $138.

Musier Paris Dress Ursula ($197)

How cute are the butterflies?

Ganni Feather-Trimmed Shirred Brocade Midi Dress ($575)

I don't think I need to explain why I love this.

Simonett Satin Slip Dress ($129)

A little bit of lace detail, a little bit of ruching—I'm into it.

Self-Portrait Faux-Pearl Embellished Taffeta Midi Dress ($450)

There's a lot to unpack with this dress: first, the pearls lining the seams; second, the V-shaped bodice, which is bubbling up all over the fashion space; and lastly, the crystals surrounding the buttons. Obsessed would be an understatement.