Garden Party Dresses

A garden party dress should feel as fresh as the setting: light enough for a warm afternoon on the lawn, polished enough for photos, and comfortable on grass and garden paths. Our garden party dresses are cut from breathable linen blends and soft cotton gauze, in easy shapes that move with you from the welcome drink to sunset.

Garden party dresses for every setting

Midi dresses

• The Fit and Flare Linen Midi Dress, a defined waist and contrast trim for a dressier garden party.
• The V-Neck Linen A-Line Midi Dress, clean and elegant.
• The Striped Square Neck Linen Midi Dress with side pockets.
• The Double Gauze Spaghetti Strap Midi Dress and the Halter Neck Midi Dress for hot afternoons.
• The Cotton Gauze Midi Shirt Dress and the Striped Belted Shirt Dress for relaxed garden lunches.

Maxi and mini dresses

The lined Cotton Gauze Maxi Dress in sage green looks right at home among the flowers. For a shorter look, choose the Linen Wrap Mini Dress or the lined A-Line Linen Mini Shift Dress.

Skirts and separates

The Linen Tiered Maxi Skirt or the Long Linen Wrap Skirt with the Linen Wrap Top makes a garden party outfit that feels considered without being fussy.

Garden wedding guest dresses

For a garden wedding, choose a midi or maxi in a soft colour or a classic black, and avoid white and ivory. Sage green, beige and fine stripes all suit a garden setting. More options are in our summer wedding guest dresses.

Tips for dressing for a garden party

• Think about your shoes. Block heels, wedges or flat sandals, not stilettos that sink into the lawn.
• Choose natural fabrics. Linen and cotton gauze keep you cool in the sun.
• Bring a light layer for when the evening cools, like a kimono cardigan.
• Keep the hem off the grass with a midi or ankle-length maxi.

For more, browse our dresses and linen dresses.

FAQ

What is a garden party dress?

A light, feminine dress suited to an outdoor daytime event, usually a midi or maxi in a breathable fabric, worn with comfortable shoes for grass.

What colours work best for a garden party?

Soft greens, beige, ivory tones for parties that are not weddings, fine stripes and classic black for evening. Avoid white and ivory at a garden wedding.

Can I wear a maxi dress to a garden party?

Yes. Choose an ankle-length maxi so the hem stays clear of the grass, in a light fabric like cotton gauze.

What shoes go with a garden party dress?

Block heels, wedges, espadrilles or dressy flat sandals, which are all comfortable on lawns and garden paths.

What fabric is best for a garden party dress?

Linen and cotton gauze. They breathe in the sun, feel soft and move well in a breeze.