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7 best yellow dresses for the special occasion in your diary

The yellow dress trend is here to stay...

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Sophie Bates
Commerce Writer
Updated: August 28, 2024
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The warm weather isn't over just yet, and there's no better way to manifest more sunshine than by brightening up your wardrobe with a yellow dress.

Meghan Markle is always giving us major style inspiration, and the Duchess wore a Carolina Herrera relaxed maxi dress in the trending shade earlier this year when she visited Nigeria with her husband Prince Harry. The 43-year-old paired her floor-length gown with nude leather heels and gold jewellery (her gold choker is on our wish list) proving that the vibrant hue is the ultimate occasion style.

Whether you're on the hunt for a slinky yellow dress for date night or a mustard midi that will transition perfectly into the new season, it's not too late to level up your wardrobe with the timeless colour, and I've picked out the very piece pieces to shop now. 

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Celebrities wearing yellow dresses 

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Gigi Hadid, Meghan Markle, Lili Reinhart and Eva Longoria have all been sported the yellow dress trend

How to style a yellow dress 

Yellow is often seen as a challenging colour to style, but the shade is more versatile than you think. Soft pastel yellows will work with just about any colour in your wardrobe, while bright yellows pair perfectly with whites, nudes, and lilacs. If you're wearing a yellow dress for a special occasion, elevate the look by opting for a pair of hot pink heels and a matching bag for a stylish finish. 

How I chose the best yellow dresses

  • Style: From satin evening styles to floral wedding guest dresses, I've picked out a variety of dresses in sunshine yellow, mustard, and bright yellow shades.
  • Price: The dresses in this list come in a mix of price points ranging from £25 to £200, so you'll find something to suit every budget.
  • Inclusivity: Fashion moves fast, so I've selected dresses that have almost every size in stock, with some plus-size and petite options available too. 
  • Trusted brands: While it wasn't possible to try every yellow dress in the edit, I've only picked out brands that are known and loved by the HELLO! Shopping Team, with pieces that I believe are truly worth investing in.

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ASOS Square Neck Fishtail Maxi Dress

asos yellow dress © ASOS

  • Sizes: 4-18
  • Colours: Yellow 

ASOS' elegant fishtail dress features an open back with a waterfall ruffle trim and a flattering square neckline. The figure-skimming cut is cut to a floor length, and I'd recommend pairing it with lilac heels for a colourful finish, or opt for matching yellow heels and chunky gold jewellery.

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Karen Millen Silk Trailing Floral Dress

karen millen yellow dress © Karen Millen

  • Sizes: 6-16
  • Colours: Yellow

Karen Millen never disappoints when it comes to elegant formal wear, and this silk cotton midi dress is just stunning. It has a waist-defining fit-and-flare silhouette, paired with a sweetheart neckline and spaghetti straps. I could see this being worn with yellow heels and a matching clutch bag for a showstopping wedding guest outfit this summer.

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New Look Petite Sleeveless Midi Dress

new look ruffle yellow dress © New Look

  • Sizes: 10-16
  • Colours: Yellow 

New Look's yellow dress is so perfect for occasion dressing. It has thin straps that cross over at the back, with a soft v-neckline and a split hem. The ruffle detailing gives a feminine finish that would look so lovely for weddings and evening events with a pastel pink clutch bag.

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River Island Plisse Halter Neck Shift Dress

river island yellow plisse dress © River Island

  • Sizes: 6-16
  • Colours: Yellow

Plisse dresses are a top evening trend for everything from holidays to special occasions, and River Island's shift maxi is ticking all of the boxes. Featuring a maxi cut, a halter neckline, and a pleated design that falls just above the ankle, it's a showstopper that's suitable for every season. 

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M&S Column Midaxi Dress

marks and spencer yellow dress © Marks & Spencer

  • Sizes: 6-24
  • Colours: Yellow

Marks & Spencer's slinky column dress is perfect for injecting some colour into your new season wardrobe – and I can see it being styled in so many ways. Featuring a round neckline, a midaxi-length, and short capped sleeves, the effortless style would look chic with chunky silver jewellery and ballet flats, or dress it up with strappy sandals.

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Reformation Amorette Linen Dress

reformation yellow mini dress © Reformation

  • Sizes: 4-16
  • Colours: Yellow, Blue Floral, Green Gingham

If you're looking for a shorter yellow dress, Reformation's Amorette is the one. Made from lightweight linen, the bright mini has a boat neckline, a fitted bodice and a flattering A-line skirt. Rounding off the feminine number is a delicate tie back across the scoop cut.

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Forever New Belle Petite One Shoulder Ruffle Dress

next yellow floral dress © Forever New

  • Sizes: 4-16 
  • Colours: Yellow Floral 

Still have a wedding still in the diary for the coming months? Forever New's gorgeous yellow dress will make the perfect choice. The one-shoulder gown falls to the floor with its asymmetric style, which pairs beautifully with the floral print and delicate ruffles that drape across the skirt. I'd recommend opting for pastel pink heels or a matching yellow shade to complete the occasion look. 

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