Part of our Bridal Events guide.
Pack two kinds of honeymoon dresses: white or ivory styles that still feel bridal for your first dinners and photos as newlyweds, and bright resort styles for warm evenings and nights out. Lightweight cotton packs well, and every dress below comes in sizes XXS to 6X or 00 to 34.
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What should I wear on my honeymoon?
Plan for three moments: daytime exploring, a nice dinner, and at least one photo you will frame. A white dress covers the "just married" photos. A bold resort dress covers the dinners and the sunset shots. If you are packing for a general beach trip rather than a honeymoon, see our guide to curvy vacation dresses.
What are the best white honeymoon dresses?
Harlow Dress
Color: White. Sizes 00 to 34.
- Floral lace fabric in a midi-length A-line
- Halter V-neckline with hook closure
- Built-in bust cups
- Dropped waist with shirring and vintage-inspired buttons
Why it fits: floral lace feels bridal for your first dinner as newlyweds, and the built-in bust cups mean you can skip packing a special bra for it.
Betty Dress
Color: White. Sizes XXS to 6X.
- 100% cotton, machine washable
- Strapless smocked bodice
- Tiered A-line midi skirt
Why it fits: a white cotton midi feels bridal without being formal, and you can wash it in the hotel or at home after the trip.
Valenne Dress
Color: White. Sizes XXS to 6X.
- Midi length with a relaxed A-line silhouette
- Puff short sleeves
- Plunging V-neckline
- Zipper closure
Why it fits: a white midi with puff sleeves looks sweet in daytime photos and is easy to wear for markets, walking tours, or a casual dinner.
What are the best resort dresses for a honeymoon?
Delphine Dress
Color: Red (rust orange). Sizes 00 to 34.
- Pleated maxi with a drop waist
- High halter neckline with a keyhole front
- Sleeveless with a low back
- Zipper closure
Why it fits: the product page says it was designed for vacation evenings, so this is your big dinner dress.
Aquamarine Dress
Color: Light Blue. Sizes XXS to 6X.
- Floor-length maxi with a ruched drop waist
- Halter neckline and low back
- Ruched, stretchable bodice
- Thigh-high slit, invisible zipper
Why it fits: it was made for waterfront and warm-weather celebrations, so it suits a sunset dinner by the water.
Coralyn Dress
Color: Pink. Sizes 00 to 34.
- Floor-length pleated maxi
- Halter neckline, sleeveless
- Thigh-high slit with a functional tie for a custom fit
- Invisible zipper
Why it fits: the product page calls it a vacation-meets-formal dress for resort celebrations, which makes it a good pick for a nice night out.
How do I keep my honeymoon outfits feeling bridal?
Wear white on the first night and for any planned photo session. Bring one accessory from the wedding, like your earrings or a hair bow, and wear it with each white dress. Save the brightest resort dress for a sunset dinner, when color looks best in photos.
How many dresses should I pack for a honeymoon?
| Trip length | White styles | Resort styles |
|---|---|---|
| 3 to 4 nights | 1 (Betty or Harlow) | 2 (one day, one dinner) |
| 5 to 7 nights | 2 | 3 |
| 8 nights or more | 2 | 4, and plan to rewear |
Roll cotton dresses to save space. Hang lace and pleated dresses in the bathroom while you shower to let the steam relax wrinkles.
When should I buy my honeymoon dresses?
Order a few weeks before the wedding so you have time to try everything on. Check the size guide and fit notes for each style first. Non-final-sale US orders can be returned for store credit within 20 days of the order date if unworn with tags attached.
Shop more trip-ready styles in our Vacation Edit.
FAQ
Should I wear white on my honeymoon?
Many brides do for the first few days. A white or ivory dress makes your honeymoon photos look like newlywed photos.
What fabric is best for a honeymoon in a hot place?
Cotton breathes and washes easily. The Betty Dress is 100% cotton and machine washable.
Which honeymoon dress works for a fancy dinner?
The Delphine Dress, a pleated halter maxi designed for vacation evenings, or the Coralyn Dress, a pleated pink maxi with a thigh-high slit.
Are these honeymoon dresses available in plus sizes?
Yes. Every dress in this guide comes in sizes XXS to 6X or 00 to 34.
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