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You may hate the travel, expenditures, and anxiety that goes into attending a summer wedding, but at least you can justify buying a new dress, right? Do yourself a favor and finally get one from celeb-favorite designer, Self-Portrait. Their flattering lace frocks have been worn by everyone from Jennifer Lopez to Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle, though I doubt J.Lo or the Duchess of Cambridge got theirs on sale. But that's where you have a one-up on them, because a ton of Self-Portrait numbers are currently up to 40 percent off at Nordstrom's massive bi-annual sale. Shop our favorite, budget-friendly picks ahead.
Ruffle Wave Guipure Lace Minidress, $306; Ruffle Wave Guipure Lace Minidress
Ruffle Wave Guipure Lace Minidress, $306; Ruffle Wave Guipure Lace Minidress
For an evening wedding, if you prefer not to show your arms.
Off the Shoulder Guipure Lace Dress, $306; Off the Shoulder Guipure Lace Dress
Off the Shoulder Guipure Lace Dress, $306; Off the Shoulder Guipure Lace Dress
Will your ex from college be at your former dorm mates' wedding? This fiery off-the-shoulder number will make him regret breaking up with you in the middle of the student center.
Floral Pleated Asymmetrical Dress, $348; Floral Pleated Asymmetrical Dress
Floral Pleated Asymmetrical Dress, $348; Floral Pleated Asymmetrical Dress
If you want one dress that will work for any type of wedding vibe, look to this sunny number.
Tie Strap Cutwork Organza Dress, $327; Tie Strap Cutwork Organza Dress
Tie Strap Cutwork Organza Dress, $327; Tie Strap Cutwork Organza Dress
Buy this for a wedding, then wear a button down underneath it for work.
Floral Guipure Lace Midi Dress, $369; Floral Guipure Lace Midi Dress
Floral Guipure Lace Midi Dress, $369; Floral Guipure Lace Midi Dress
If wearing white to someone else's wedding is kosher, our pick would be this midi dress.
Paneled Lace Minidress, $297; Paneled Lace Minidress
Unsure of the dress code? A short-sleeved dress is universally appropriate.
Lace Trim Handkerchief Hem Dress, $267; Lace Trim Handkerchief Hem Dress
Lace Trim Handkerchief Hem Dress, $267; Lace Trim Handkerchief Hem Dress
Make a conscious decision to wear a dress that twirls properly on the dance floor.
Trimmed Overlay Minidress, $276; Trimmed Overlay Minidress
You don't have to wear a gown to a black tie wedding. An up-scale mini like this ticks off all your formal boxes.
Paneled Lace Dress, $297; Paneled Lace Dress
Celebrate their union in a watermelon-hue mini dress that screams LOVE.
Plumetis Maxi Dress, $378; Plumetis Maxi Dress
Wear this to a beach wedding with no shoes. Perfection.
Wave Lace Frill Minidress, $327; Wave Lace Frill Minidress
This neckline is just dramatic enough that it won't distract guests from the bride.
Guipure Lace Cape Dress, $306; Guipure Lace Cape Dress
A cape dress can be worn over and over again.
Paneled Velvet Midi Dress, $306; Paneled Velvet Midi Dress
Made of velvet but cut like a summer dress, this style will easily transition into fall and winter.
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