White Formal Dresses and White Evening Gowns

Amarra white dresses are bright and eye-catching for fancy special occasions. For a classy and trendy look at your next event, explore the collection below to find your favorite style among the variety of white ball gowns and other white formal evening dresses.

Do’s and Don’ts: When to Wear a White Dress

When it comes to wearing a white dress, there are definitely some rules you don’t want to break to avoid a fashion faux pas, and there are some tips and tricks to keep in mind to help you make the most of your experiences with white formal evening gowns. Prepare yourself by taking a look at this list of “Do’s and Don’ts” for wearing white dresses:

DO’s for Wearing White Dresses:

• DO wear a white dress for summer events. The fresh crispness of this stunning hue fits right in at outdoor events, like garden parties, beach celebrations, and rooftop cocktail parties. Keep cool in a white cut-out dress or one-shoulder white chiffon dress, or opt for simple white a-line dresses that are unadorned and lightweight.
• DO wear a white formal dress for evening events. Galas, black and white parties, and other fancy special occasions are very well suited to long white formal dresses. For the most glamorous of occasions, go for white celebrity dresses that sparkle, like a white sequin dress or beaded white strapless dress to shimmer and shine all night long. For subtle elegance, white lace dresses or formal white halter dresses offer the perfect balance of style and sophistication.
• DO wear a white dress to school dances. Whether you’ll be attending prom, homecoming, or another fancy school function this year, a white dress is perfectly acceptable so long as there are no special dress code color requirements for a special theme. In the above collection, there are white ball gowns and white evening dresses that are perfect for prom, but you can also check out the Amarra white prom dress collection for even more designs. For short white dresses perfect for hoco and other semi-formal dances, browse the Amarra white homecoming dress collection.
• DO keep a stain remover option handy. If you want to keep that gorgeous white formal evening gown as pristine as possible, it’s good to be prepared to treat any spills or drips as promptly as possible! Keep a clutch handy with a stain remover pen or wipes (Bonus points if your white dress has pockets to stash one!).
• DO consider similar hues if white dresses are too bright for you. Off-white options are just as elegant and often more flattering for most skin tones. Check out the Amarra nude dress collection to get started on similar shades.

DON’Ts for Wearing White Dresses:

• DON’T wear any style of dresses in white to wedding events if you’re NOT the bride. That includes engagement parties, bridal showers, bachelorette parties, rehearsal dinners, and weddings. The exception to this rule is if the invitation requests that guests wear white attire. Otherwise, whenever you’re attending a bridal event, it’s assumed that white belongs to the bride, so avoid the drama and leave that color to her (even if she chooses not to wear it). If you ARE the bride in search of a white bridal dress, be sure to check out the Amarra ivory and white wedding dress collection.
• DON’T wear a white dress to a graduation ceremony or party if you’re NOT the graduate. Even if the graduate chooses not to wear a dress in white, it’s still off the table for guests. Stick to other colors by checking out the Amarra party dress collection if you’re not the hardworking grad. On the other hand, if you ARE the graduate, then explore the white formal dresses above for a fancy celebration in your honor, or browse the Amarra graduation dress collection for even more options.
• DON’T limit white dresses to one season. Maybe you’ve heard the old saying about not wearing white after Labor Day? Time to move on from this retired tradition and wear white dresses at any time of the year! After all, what’s a winter wonderland-themed formal event without a white ball gown?

In the collection above, the Amarra white dresses boast a variety of flattering silhouettes, on-trend designs, and lavish fabrics. Whether you’re attending a fancy party, school dance, or other special occasion that calls for this bright, beautiful hue, you’re sure to find just the right style for you among the white ball gowns and white formal evening dresses. When you’re ready to buy an Amarra white dress, find an online retailer or shop near you by using the store locator.