What is a pastel dress?

A pastel dress is simply one in a soft, pale shade, the kind you get when white is blended into a brighter colour. That covers pastel pink, pastel blue, pastel yellow, pastel green, lilac, peach and mint. The result is gentle and muted rather than bold, which is exactly why pastels feel so fresh and romantic. They range from the palest barely-there tints to slightly deeper, dustier pastels, and they suit just about everyone, especially through spring and summer.

Are pastel dresses good for a wedding guest?

They’re one of the best options going. Pastels are soft, elegant and celebratory without ever competing with the bride, which is exactly what wedding-guest dressing calls for. They suit the whole season, too: a floral pastel maxi for a garden or outdoor wedding, a pastel midi for a daytime ceremony, or a cocktail style for an evening do. It’s also why ‘pastel’ often shows up as a dress code on invites, shorthand for soft, romantic and polished. Stick to gentle shades like pink, lilac, blue and peach and you’re right on brief.

Which shoes go with a pastel dress?

Neutrals are the easy win, they let the colour lead. Nude heels lengthen the leg and go with any pastel; white sandals or trainers give a cooler, casual feel. Metallics work too: gold flatters pastel yellow and peach, while silver lifts pastel pink and blue. For a pastel blue or green dress, tan or cognac pieces add a warm, unexpected contrast. As a rule, stay tonal or lean neutral and let the dress handle the colour, and carry the same logic through to your bag and jewellery .

Where can I buy pastel dresses in Australia?

Right here at Showpo. Our pastel dresses come in every shade and length in florals, satins and knits, in sizes 4 to 20 including plus size . The Size Guide helps you nail your fit, the Returns Policy keeps things flexible, and Shipping covers same-day dispatch across Australia. For more colour and styling ideas, the Showpo blog is full of them.

Pastel Dresses | Pastel Colour Dress — Showpo Australia

Rhoda Mini Dress

V Neck Front Tie A Line Dress in Light Blue

$

23.00

$~~119.95~~

You save 81%

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Adilah Maxi Dress

Cowl Neck Satin Dress in Light Pink

$

113.00

$~~149.95~~

You save 25%

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Nerissa Maxi Dress

Crochet Floral Embellished Bodice Drop Tie Waist Dress in Sage

$

113.00

$~~149.95~~

You save 25%

Judee Midi Dress

One Shoulder High Side Split Dress in Sage

$

98.00

$~~169.95~~

You save 42%

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Jade Mini Dress

Long Sleeve Off Shoulder Draped Bias Cut Dress in Sage

$

55.00

$~~139.95~~

You save 61%

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Kyra Mini Dress

Long Flare Sleeve High Neck Lace Dress in Light Pink

$

74.00

$~~149.95~~

You save 51%

Finnley Mini Dress

Linen Twist Front Cut Out Dress in Baby Blue

$

25.00

$~~129.95~~

You save 81%

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Eljay Mini Dress

Long Sleeve Off Shoulder Knot Detail Dress in Lemon

$

80.00

$~~169.95~~

You save 53%

Carolyn Mini Dress

V Neck Puff Sleeve Dress in Light Blue

$

113.00

$~~149.95~~

You save 25%

Gabrielle Mini Dress

Knot Strap Detail Mini Dress in Sage

$

50.00

$~~129.95~~

You save 62%

Jelena Mini Dress

Embroidered Floral Boat Neck Bodycon Dress in Lemon

$

28.00

$~~139.95~~

You save 80%

Bronte Mini Dress

Plunge Neck Fit and Flare in Blush

$

25.00

$~~129.95~~

You save 81%

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Yvonne Mini Dress

Key Hole Beaded Dress in Lemon

$

43.00

$~~89.95~~

You save 52%

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Judai Mini Dress

Lace Off Shoulder A Line Dress in Lemon

$

75.00

$~~139.95~~

You save 46%

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Hillary Maxi Dress

Draped V Neck Low Back Dress in Lemon

$

41.00

$~~139.95~~

You save 71%

Tessa Maxi Dress

Square Neck Ruched Side Bodycon Dress in Lemon

$

80.00

$~~169.95~~

You save 53%

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Nalani Mini Dress

Lace Off Shoulder Bodycon Dress in Lemon

$

23.00

$~~119.95~~

You save 81%

Violetta Mini Dress

Halter Neck Dropped Waist Fit and Flare Dress in Lemon

$

61.00

$~~129.95~~

You save 53%

Kyra Mini Dress

Square Neck Open Back Jacquard Mini Dress in Light Blue

$

61.00

$~~139.95~~

You save 56%

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Solea Midi Dress

Knit Halter Neck Leg Split Embroidered Sequin Fitted Dress in Lemon

$

114.00

$~~169.95~~

You save 33%

More Than This Maxi Dress

Ruffle Strap Thigh Split Dress in Light Blue

$

113.00

$~~149.95~~

You save 25%

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Janie Mini Dress

Halter Neck Dress in Lemon

$

75.00

$~~129.95~~

You save 42%

Rhea Maxi Dress

Long Sleeve Ruched Ruffle Hem Dress in Blush

$

86.00

$~~179.95~~

You save 52%

Janezkie Maxi Dress

Femme Tiered Jacquard Formal Dress in Light Blue

$

114.00

$~~169.95~~

You save 33%

Selene Mini Dress

Lace V Neck Bodycon Dress in Baby Blue

$

56.00

$~~129.95~~

You save 57%

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Dixie Midi Dress

Linen Look One Shoulder Ruffle Dress in Lemon

$

45.00

$~~149.95~~

You save 70%

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Ari Mini Dress

Fringe Beaded Dress in Light Pink

$

50.00

$~~199.95~~

You save 75%

Jada Mini Dress

Sweetheart Neckline Button Up Dress with Hardware Detail in Lemon

$

30.00

$~~149.95~~

You save 80%

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Sonya Maxi Dress

Cowl Neck Asymmetric Fit And Flare Dress in Lemon

$

86.00

$~~179.95~~

You save 52%

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Lucy Maxi Dress

Strapless Pleated Skirt Knitted Dress in Lemon

$

94.00

$~~129.95~~

You save 28%

Pastel Dresses

Rhoda Mini Dress

Adilah Maxi Dress

Nerissa Maxi Dress

Judee Midi Dress

Jade Mini Dress

Kyra Mini Dress

Finnley Mini Dress

Eljay Mini Dress

Carolyn Mini Dress

Gabrielle Mini Dress

Jelena Mini Dress

Bronte Mini Dress

Yvonne Mini Dress

Judai Mini Dress

Hillary Maxi Dress

Tessa Maxi Dress

Nalani Mini Dress

Violetta Mini Dress

Kyra Mini Dress

Solea Midi Dress

More Than This Maxi Dress

Janie Mini Dress

Rhea Maxi Dress

Janezkie Maxi Dress

Selene Mini Dress

Dixie Midi Dress

Ari Mini Dress

Jada Mini Dress

Sonya Maxi Dress

Lucy Maxi Dress

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a pastel dress?

Are pastel dresses good for a wedding guest?

Which shoes go with a pastel dress?

Where can I buy pastel dresses in Australia?