The Best Maternity Wedding Guest Dresses In 2025 For Every Stage Of Pregnancy (And All Seasons)

Grazia parents have recommended the perfect maternity dresses for comfort and style.

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by Hannah Banks-Walker |
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While watching two friends or family members get married is a joy, selecting a wedding guest dress is tricky at the best of times, let alone when you're pregnant. Luckily, the best maternity wedding guest dresses are no longer few and far between, especially as you don't necessarily need to buy from a dedicated maternity range.

In recent years, maternity fashion has evolved significantly, offering more options for expectant mothers. Dedicated maternity labels like Seraphine have become go-to brands, providing elegant wedding guest dresses designed with comfort and style in mind, many of which can be worn beyond pregnancy, too (there are some excellent dresses for breastfeeding). Meanwhile, retailers such as ASOS and H&M have been catching up, expanding their maternity collections with stylish affordable options that offer some of the best maternity clothes on the high street. For those looking beyond maternity-specific pieces, many non-maternity dresses with forgiving silhouettes can be worn during and after pregnancy, offering versatility. Additionally, renting maternity wedding guest dresses has grown in popularity, allowing women to wear luxury brands without the long-term commitment.

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Grazia's Best Maternity Wedding Guest Dresses 2025, At A Glance:

Editor's choice:Asceno, Oslo Dress Burgundy Vine Silk Twill, £425

Best overall maternity wedding guest dress: H&M, Mama Balloon Sleeve Maxi Dress, £64.99

Best wrap maternity wedding guest dress: Vila at ASOS, Wrap Maxi Dress with Frill Detail, £55

Best maternity wedding guest dress for nursing: Seraphine, Button-Through V-Neck Maternity Dress, £75

Best midaxi maternity wedding guest dress: Rixo, Freesia Midaxi Dress, £285

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So, whether you're looking for a voluminous dress to flow over your bump or want to dress it up with something more form-fitting, there's a maternity wedding guest dress for everyone. Here are our top picks, including everything from Ganni to Seraphine.

How we tested the best maternity wedding guest dresses in 2025:

As always, our team of fashion experts at Grazia (including Hannah Banks-Walker, head of fashion commerce and Julia Harvey, shopping editor) have scrolled through hundreds of maternity wedding guest dresses to find the very best, which offer the most comfort and the best size range. We’ve gathered advice and tips from women on the team (and friends of the team) who have experienced pregnancy to inform our selection of dresses. Their insights have allowed us to curate an edit of the very best options out there for weddings throughout the year, whatever your budget, style or needs. If we haven't tested a specific dress, it will come from a brand we have tested and trust implicitly to provide high quality and value for money. Find out more about how we test here.

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Editor's choice of maternity wedding guest dress

Size XS-XL| Hand tie neckline| Maxi | Relaxed fit

Asceno Oslo Dress Burgundy Vine Silk Twill
Price: $240 (was £425)

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Hattie Brett, Grazia's Editor-in-chief says: 'I wore a polka dot version of this Asceno dress throughout my pregnancy - but it really delivered for events like weddings and work do's. The volumunious shape means it's airy for summer events with a big bump, but the neckline gives it an edge and meant I could still show off a bit of skin, which helped me feel like me in the latter stages of pregnancy. If you're worried about the bra situation, I wore a sports bra, which was also really comfortable. It's expensive for sure, but the silk is beautiful quality and that's why - six years later - I still wear my version of this dress for easy, breezy summer holidays and beach days.'

Best overall maternity wedding guest dress

Size XS-XXL| V-neckline| Maxi | Relaxed fit | 100% recycled polyester

Rebecca Holman, Grazia's digital director, says she wore a lot of H&M's Mama range throughout both of her pregnancies. 'I first discovered this maternity range when I was panic buying a dress for a wedding while pregnant with my first child. I ended up finding something that looked a lot like this dress (but was slightly different – this was years ago now!) and not only did I feel completely like myself and really comfortable for the whole day, I also received so many compliments. It was a bit of a fluke but, since then, I've worn several H&M dresses while pregnant and think they're really great in terms of fit and shape.'

Best maternity wedding guest dress for nursing

Size 6-20 | V-neckline | Easy button-down access for nursing | Mid-maxi length | Elasticated through back with self-tie fastening

Specialising in maternity fashion, Seraphine has some lovely dresses that will work during and after your pregnancy, giving you more bang for your buck. This button-through style with subtle puff sleeves has a flattering shaped empire seam at the front, while the elasticated back has a tie you can adjust for maximum comfort. If you're attending a wedding just after you've had your baby, the button-down nature of this dress also makes it perfect for feeding.

Best midaxi maternity wedding guest dress

Size 6-26 | Crew neckline | Midaxi length | Adjustable waist tie

Charlotte Rogers, PR director (and friend of Grazia's Hannah Banks-Walker) chose Rixo for a wedding when she was five months pregnant and says: 'I love this dress for the cut and the flow. It’s flattering around the middle whether you’re pregnant or don’t want something tight-fitting around your tummy. I didn’t want anything tight at this stage in my pregnancy – I wanted something I would normally wear to a wedding. The staff at the Rixo store were incredibly helpful; I told them I was pregnant and they gave me lots of advice without being overbearing. I felt so comfortable in the dress and have since worn it to two other weddings when I haven’t been pregnant. I’m normally a size 10 but bought a 12 in this just so that it was as loose as I wanted it to be. I wish I could buy this in every colour.'

While Charlotte's exact dress is no longer available, Rixo has this very similar midaxi style that has a loose shape which can be adjusted using the waist ties. Just like Charlotte, we'd recommend sizing up if you're after a looser, more comfortable fit.

Best wrap maternity wedding guest dress

Size 6-18 | V-neckline | Maxi length | Adjustable tie waist

Price: $55
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Sophie Woodhouse, midwife and sister-in-law to Grazia's Jade Moscrop, wore an ASOS wrap dress to a wedding while she was heavily pregnant. She says: 'I was 34 weeks pregnant and, while my dress wasn't actually a maternity dress, it had a tie-side which meant I could wear it during pregnancy and afterwards. It’s great for breastfeeding, too, thanks to the easy access. The chiffon-type material was nice and airy on an extremely hot day. I loved the floral print, perfect for wedding season, and I can easily dress it up with heels or dress it down with Birkenstocks or trainers.'

Best curved waist maternity wedding guest dress

Size 4-16 | V-neckline | Maxi length | Concealed zip

While this isn't specifically maternity wear, the oversized silhouette and curved waist of this dress make it a great choice for weddings or special occasions while you're pregnant. It's lightly lined, so the fabric falls nicely and, as the brand recommends sizing down, you can afford to get your normal size or a size bigger depending on how loose you'd like it to be. You can also wear this way beyond pregnancy – the '70s-inspired shape and details are timeless.

Best loose fit maternity wedding guest dress

Best maternity wedding guest dress for spring

One size: fits sizes XS – XXL | Halterneck | Maxi length | 100% linen

Not only is this super glamorous, it's also one-size-fits-all, which means you can wear it while pregnant, postpartum and beyond. Don't let the idea of one size put you off, though – this dress comfortably fits those who are between a size XSmall-XXLarge and all body shapes. The fabric is lightweight, which will be particularly comfortable during pregnancy, as it's 100% linen. You will need to ensure you invest in a great strapless bra, however, to provide good support.

Best maternity wedding guest dress for summer

Size 4-16 | Round neck | Maxi length | Machine washable

If you buy this dress in a size bigger than usual (or even two if you're very pregnant and want something oversized and breezy for hot weather), you'll find this will be perfect for summer or destination weddings. All you need to add is a pair of flat sandals, a chunky gold necklace and you're ready to go.

Best maternity wedding guest dress for autumn

Size XXS – XL | V-neck | Maxi length | Flowy silhouette

Due to the V-neck and gathered detail under the bust, you'll find this is great for a growing bump, although you may need to choose a size larger than usual. The half length puff sleeves and earthy tones make it an ideal choice for autumn weddings, as Hannah Banks-Walker suggests: 'While I'm not pregnant, I do have several of Farm Rio's dresses and can attest to their high quality. They feel so lovely to wear and, what I love about this dress in particular is that you could dress it up or down for various events, whether you're pregnant or not.'

Best maternity wedding guest dress for winter

Size 6-18 | Crew neckline | Midi length | Long sleeves with elasticated cuffs

With its long sleeves, moody florals and black bow details, this dress would be an ideal choice for any winter weddings. It has a fairly flowy silhouette but you may still want to size up for comfort during your pregnancy. Just add maternity tights and some black pointed flats.

Best maternity wedding guest dress for comfort

Size 6-16 | Off-shoulder neckline | Long length | Slips on | Dry clean only

Whether you're in the early or late stages of pregnancy, this dress will be just as comfortable. It's brilliantly oversized with an off-shoulder neckline that ensures it doesn't become shapeless or unflattering, realised in a beautiful dark green taffeta perfect for any kind of wedding throughout the year. You can add a cropped jacket when it's colder or just wear with flat sandals for summer events.

Best maternity wedding guest dress for value

Size 8-20 | Square neckline | Midi length | Elasticated shirred bodice | Slips on

Dressed up with gold jewellery and great shoes, this easy gingham dress from New Look's maternity range would make a great wedding guest dress. It will also be brilliant for hot summer days when you just want to be comfortable, plus it will work postpartum, too. Not bad for a dress that's under £40.

Best maternity wedding guest dress for evening

Size XS-XL | Off-the-shoulder, fold-over neckline | Maxi length | Thigh-high slit at leg | Strapless bra-friendly

bumpsuit dress
Price: $210

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The brand many celebrities turn to during pregnancy, Bumpsuit doesn't just make great maternity basics, there's a selection of evening dresses, too. Made from a super-soft stretchy jersey, this off-shoulder dress is, like all of Bumpsuit's pieces, made to gently stretch with the body through the stages of pregnancy. This means you can wear it pre, during and post-pregnancy (the brand recommends taking your usual size), giving you great value for money. It's also double lined for extra support.

Best maternity wedding guest dress for adjustable features

Size 6-20 | Reversible: can be worn as a V-neck or halterneck | Detachable wide waist tie | Midi length | Soft elasticated jersey underlayer for extra support to a strapless bra

This pretty satin midi is actually two dresses in one, thanks to the fact that you can wear it as a twist-front halter neck or with a deep V-neck cinched at the waist. It has a relaxed A-line shape to maintain comfort throughout every stage of your pregnancy, and is available in this striking cobalt colour or a softer blush hue.

Best maternity wedding guest dress for outdoor weddings

Size S-XXL | V-neckline | Detachable cape | Machine washable

This loose-fitting slip dress comes with its own detachable cape, making it ideal for outdoor weddings when you need an extra layer. Size up for extra bump room to ensure it's as comfortable as possible – the position of the frills keep it flattering rather than fussy or overwhelming.

Best maternity wedding guest dress for curvy figures

Size 4-30 | V-neckline | Front split | Machine washable

asos dress
Price: $55
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With a high waistline, cape silhouette and pleats, this dress offers a stylish way to dress your bump that won't feel in any way restrictive or uncomfortable. It's a very wedding-friendly rose pink and is available in sizes 4-30, too.

Best maternity wedding guest dress for a classic look

Size 8-16 | Square neckline | Premium stretch jersey | Cap sleeves | Midi length

Club L has a dedicated maternity section that's full of dresses in classic shapes and colours to suit any kind of wedding. This square neck midi is made of premium stretch jersey for extra comfort and has a timeless shape with pretty bow details on the cap sleeves. The brand's size range is not as extensive as it could be – it offers this dress in sizes 8-16.

Best maternity wedding guest dress for versatility

Size 6-18 | Breathable cotton | Short balloon sleeves | Midaxi length

With its naturally loose shape, this dress will work pre, during and post-pregnancy, whether you're attending weddings or going on holiday. It comes with a slip to wear underneath which is more form fitting, so while pregnant you may want to wear your own maternity slip for extra comfort. It's made of a light, breathable cotton and the pretty jacquard detail makes it feel extra special.

Best maternity wedding guest dress for fabric breathability

Size 2-20 | Breathable cotton | Asymmetric neckline | Maxi length

You will need to size up in this dress if you want to wear it throughout pregnancy, but there is 2% elastane added to the cotton so it has some stretch if not a lot. The ruched detail around the waist, however, will frame your bump in the best kind of way, while the lightweight cotton is breathable (read: comfortable on warm/hot days). You don't have to save it for summer either – just add an oversized jacket in colder months and it still works.

Best maternity wedding guest dress for minimalist aesthetic

Size XS-L | Round neckline | Wide straps | Button closing on the neck | Machine washable

All you'd need to do is add gold jewellery to this dress and it's wedding-ready for the minimalists among us. The puff hem adds detail and, pre or post-pregnancy, you could style with a belt if you prefer more of a cinched silhouette. The only thing I would say is that Mango's sizes are terribly limited – the brand considers a 12 to be a large – but hopefully the floaty nature of this particular dress means you could take your normal size. I'd recommend trying on in good time before your event so that you're not left in a state of panic if it doesn't work.

Best maternity wedding guest dress for timeless silhouette

Size 4-16 | V-neckline | Dropped waist | Short sleeves | Machine washable

A dropped waist, interestingly, offers a timeless silhouette that's also great for accommodating a pregnancy. The V-neckline has a pretty tie detail (mirrored on the back) and you'll find you'll want to wear this for weddings for years to come – it's easy, comfortable and super-stylish. Take the size up if you're unsure; it's meant to be slightly oversized anyway.

Best maternity wedding guest dress for a bold statement

Size XS-L | Gathered neckline | Short puff sleeves | Midi length | Fully lined

Hannah Banks-Walker, head of fashion commerce, says: 'I've come to rely on Sister Jane for events as the brand makes stand-out dresses that are unique and timeless. I've worn several styles to various weddings and always receive compliments. This style would be ideal if you're pregnant – it's oversized enough to accommodate your bump but far more fabulous than a lot of the maternity options I've seen on offer.'

Best maternity wedding guest dress for a pop of colour

Size 4-16 | Elasticated neckline | Voluminous 3/4 length sleeves | Midi length | Has pockets

Made from a recycled polyester, this dress can be worn on or off the shoulder, depending on how you feel or which season you're in. Also available in mauve and a light floral print, the red iteration is great for weddings and means you can afford to keep the rest of your outfit fairly pared back. The silhouette allows room for your bump, plus the elasticated neckline makes this dress a good option for events post-pregnancy if you're breastfeeding.

Maternity wedding guest dress FAQs

What should I look for in a maternity wedding guest dress?

Don't feel like you need to drastically change your style when you're pregnant. Instead, stick to silhouettes you know and love but either look for them in maternity collections or just pick what you'd usually wear and go up a size or two. Ultimately, you'll want to be comfortable, so look for looser fits and flowing shapes which will accommodate your bump and not feel restrictive.

How do I determine my correct maternity size?

If you're shopping from a dedicated maternity range, you should try and stick to your normal (pre-pregnancy) size, as maternity clothes are designed to accommodate your changing body shape. If, however, you choose something from a mainline collection, chances are you'll need. to go up a size – or even two, depending on the brand and the style of dress. This will be different for everyone, so you may need to do a bit of trial and error and try on different sizes to find the right one for you. Remember, whichever size you wear doesn't matter, what's important is how the dress fits and how it makes you feel.

Are there specific fabrics that work best for maternity dresses?

Breathable fabrics will be more comfortable, so anything made from cotton, linen or even silk will feel the best to wear. There are, however, lots of forms of polyester now which feel much nicer than ever before, so don't rule it out before you've had a chance to feel the fabric.

Can maternity dresses be altered if the fit isn’t perfect?

Yes. In fact, one of my friends only bought clothes during her pregnancy that she knew she'd wear again, so just bought them a size bigger and then had them tailored accordingly post-pregnancy. Don't be afraid to ask a tailor for advice – they will be able to tell you what is and isn't possible.

How do I choose a dress that is both wedding-appropriate and comfortable for pregnancy?

We're true believers in the fact that, when it comes to wedding guest dressing, you should ultimately be wearing something that makes you feel comfortable on the inside and out. Looser silhouettes will be your friend – just look for printed kaftans or oversized dresses in vibrant colours or prints. If you are more of a bodycon fan, try styles from dedicated maternity ranges like Bumpsuit – the materials used are designed to grow with your changing body and will be more comfortable. If in doubt, go for a simple midi and dress it up with great shoes and gold jewellery – you can't go wrong.

Can I rent a maternity wedding guest dress?

Absolutely – this is a great choice if you don't want to buy something new that you may not wear again. Not only is this better for your purse, it’s kinder to the environment, too - plus you can borrow a dress from around £20, in any size required for you, whatever stage of pregnancy you're at. Rebecca Holman, digital director says, ‘I rented a dress from Hurr for a wedding a week before my due date. I went a size up but chose a dress with shirring round the bust, which worked well. Only potential pitfall is that the size was a total guess, so I had to hold my nerve and try the dress on when it arrived two days before the wedding and cross my fingers that it fit ok. A last-minute traipse around the shops when I was nine months pregnant wouldn’t have been much fun. But in the end it worked out brilliantly - I felt great and not guilty for splashing out on a dress that I was never going to wear again.'

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Hannah Banks-Walker is Grazia's head of fashion commerce. She has previously written for the likes of Harper's Bazaar, The Financial Times, Glamour, Stylist, The Telegraph, Red, i-D and The Pool on everything from fashion to curly hair (hi!) to the patriarchy. Not necessarily in that order. Find her on Instagram and Twitter. But please don't look for her MySpace profile, which until now was the last time she wrote about herself in the third person.

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