Confetti at the ready: the usual flurry of summer weddings is here, and with them the conundrum about what on earth to wear. A good, elegant dress is invaluable, since it leaves only the accessories to think about, whilst also chiming with the formality of the affair (even if it’s an informal wedding, a good frock will never look wrong at a wedding).

Whatever the budget, we advise investing in a dress or co-ords that will be both comfortable and that you’ll want to wear again and again. White is out, of course, but glorious colour is in, and these are the dazzling dresses in punchy hues that we love for the merry-go-round of summer weddings and parties, starting at £39.99.