gold beaded prom dress Amarra 89109 with its sleeveless design pairs perfectly with the backless detail Dylan & Davids Fitted Off-Shoulder

We turned to someone who knows the maternity fashion landscape well, The Bump's senior e-commerce editor, Martina Garvey, for tips on where to shop and what to look for in the best maternity wedding guest dresses

Whether you're dressing for a seasonal soire or curating your capsule wardrobe, these LBDs deliver timeless style with a modern twist

#2 Time of Day/Time of Year If the party is a daytime event, especially if its outdoors, you have a wider choice of textiles (more on that below)

When it comes to shoes, you want a classy but comfortable option since teachers spend a lot of time on their feet

When it comes to dresses, you'll want to stick to darker colors like navy blue and black

If you are the groom, brown shoes can coordinate beautifully with earthy wedding themes