Modest Dresses for Moments That Matter

For weddings, formals, and anything in between. June's curated collection of modest dresses that don’t feel like an afterthought.

Inspired by my sister. Graceful, glowing, and six weeks postpartum at her first military formal.

From summer weddings to anniversary dinners, these dresses are for every woman who wants to feel radiant and covered. I’ve split them by price to make it easy to browse.

You’ll see the images first (with links in the captions), and then you can scroll down for a clean, numbered list with short styling notes and the link again. Or, if you prefer, you can view the full ShopMy collection here.

Hope this helps!

xo,
Emi

p.s.s I didn’t include this one on either list, because it is a bit of a splurge for me. But if you are here from Instagram I promised I would link the butterfly embroidered dress here too.

someone buy this dress and send me a picture

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Shoot. One last thing. Somehow this one got missed on the guide and I don’t have it in me to re-do the graphics and numbering. But it is a favorite from the Instagram carousel.

BONUS: Desigual Floral Mesh Maxi Dress from Nordstrom - $159 (and great reviews)

Edit: I can’t believe I accidentally also left out another favorite dress. Blaming it on summer with a toddler. We are having so much fun but I am tried, and frantically working during the hours she is actually asleep.

SLEEVELESS BUBBLE-HEM MIDI DRESS from COS - $169

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Under $150

Budget-friendly beauties that bring the drama, the detail, and the elegance (without the price tag).

1. ASOS DESIGN Ribbed Glitter Cap Sleeve Midi Bodycon Dress in Gold – $45
   Sparkle subtly in this golden glow moment. Stretchy, glittery, and surprisingly elevated and affordable.

2. ASOS DESIGN High Neck Maxi Dress in Green – $67
   Draped to perfection, this olive-toned maxi whispers elegance in every step.

3. ASOS DESIGN Burnout Long Sleeve Ruched Maxi Dress in Blue – $60
   A soft, romantic blue with texture and ruching to flatter all the right places.

4. Solange Dress in Pink Roses by Ivy City Co – $75
   Cottagecore dreams meet formal flair in this floral beauty.

5. V-Neck Ruffle Shoulder Tiered Dress by MELLODAY – $60
   Lightweight with a flouncy shoulder. Perfect for twirling under string lights.

6. Nordstrom Rack Floral Long Sleeve Satin Dress by Alexia Admor – $75
   Vintage-inspired with a luxe satin feel. An elegant floral for every season.

7. Simply Beloved White Puff Sleeve Bodycon Midi Dress (Lulus) – $69
   Structured, clean, and quietly bold.

8. Washable Stretch Silk Tank Midi Dress by Quince – $89
   Simple and endlessly wearable. Plus: it’s washable silk.

9. ASOS DESIGN Tiered Ruffle Long Sleeve Chiffon Maxi in Red – $109
   Firecracker red with flamenco ruffles. In love with this one.

10. Nordstrom Spot Ruffle Maxi Dress by NEXT – $123
    Polka-dotted and polished. A timeless silhouette with subtle flair.

11. ASOS DESIGN Long Sleeve Chiffon Maxi Dress with Cross Stitch Waist Detail – $109
    Soft olive, pleated, and postpartum-friendly elegance

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$150–$300 Stunners

A little more luxe for those extra-special occasions. These dresses are timeless investments.

12. Banana Republic Pleated Cape Maxi Dress – $175 (on sale!)
    Graceful pleats + cape drama. A cape!!

13. Dillard’s Antonio Melani Myla Drapey Satin Maxi Dress – $169
    Satin elegance with short sleeves in a gorgeous hue.

14. Sezane Pippa Dress – $160
    Parisian perfection. Structured yet soft. Can totally wear it dressed up or down.

15. ASOS ARRANGE Floral Embroidered T-Shirt Maxi Dress in Lime – $199
    Artsy, bold, and whimsically embroidered. Not your average maxi.

16. Tuckernuck Cape Leah Dress in Light Pink – $168
    Structured and sweet, with that same graceful cape effect.

17. Tuckernuck Cape Leah Dress in Pistachio – $168
    Same silhouette, fresh green. Soft, grounded elegance.

18. TUCKERNUCK Forget Me Not Bellamy Dress – $298
    Floral linen that feels like heirloom fabric. Dreamy, breathable, timeless.

19. TUCKERNUCK Hot Pink Feather Jamie Dress – $298
    Feathery sleeves and bold color. Fun, comfortable, unforgettable.

20. Sezane Fiorella Dress – $245
    Muted peach sequins for the one who wants to sparkle with subtlety.

21. Abbey Glass Michelle Bow Shoulder Shift Dress – $295
    Modern and refined. That shoulder bow is everything.

22. Antonio Melani x M.G. Style Fringe Dress – $269
    High neck, cinched waist, and fringe that moves with you. A total classic but still beautifully unique.

23. Boden Flute Sleeve Midi Dress – $255
    Pink, patterned, and delightfully whimsical. Like vintage china in a dress.

24. Domonique Dress by Hill House – $248
    Soft structure meets romantic ease. Forgiving and flattering, especially postpartum. A beautiful balance of femininity and comfort.

25. Hill House The Nadia Dress – $248
    Airy and elegant. Feels like wearing a soft breeze. Ideal for warm to cool evenings, moving gracefully from daytime to dressy.

26. Anthropologie Endless Rose Textured Midi Dress – $185
    Baby blue, intricately textured, and quietly powerful (and versatile).

27. Josephine Lace & Tulle Slipdress (Nordstrom) – $219
    Soft tulle and lace. This dress fits in anywhere.

28. Hope & Ivy Petite Waterfall Sleeve Cowl Neck Maxi Dress in Navy Floral – $191
    Romantic sleeves, draped cowl. Elegant on everyone.