What is a bridal shower? A bridal shower is a daytime event in celebration of the bride's upcoming marriage. Traditionally, it's an opportunity for guests to give the couple gifts for the home. The bridal shower is often usually a kitchen tea style gathering at the family home or a lunch style setting at a restaurant, and it is quite often a female only event, much like the baby shower.
If there is no dress code indicated, it would be safe to align your outfit with that of something you would wear to an elevated weekend brunch. Keep in mind that you want to wear something not as revealing as you would to the bachelorette party, but something that is not as formal as the actual wedding day outfit—an outfit that makes you feel both confident and excited. Suitable styles for a bridal shower occasion include floral dresses, cocktail dress and flowy midi dresses. A jumpsuit or a matching set is also a great option. Think your Sunday best.
What To Wear To A Fancy Bridal Shower?
Look for clues on your invitation to tell if a bridal shower will be on the fancier side. Invitation wording is generally a good indicator of formality. If numbers and abbreviations are spelled out, or if phrases like 'request the pleasure of your company' are used, this is probably going to be a more formal bridal shower. Also look to see if the invitation provides words about the dress code, such as festive or cocktail attire.
For fancier bridal showers at upscale venues like country clubs, hotels, or restaurants, opt for cocktail attire, such as cocktail dresses, a pair of flowy, silk pants and a blouse and jacket, a pair of ankle length pants, a blazer, and heels. You can also include accessories such as more formal, statement jewellery (real or costume) and a clutch or small purse.
What To Wear To A Casual Bridal Shower?
If the bridal shower is more casual, keep your outfit polished and festive but tone down on the level of formality. For example, swap out heels for ballet flats, if you'll be more comfortable, or go for daytime fabrics. Some ideas include a print wrap dress, a pair of nice pants, a floral top, a denim shirt dress with knee high boots and a jumpsuit. Include accessories such as delicate jewellery and a crossbody purse or leather satchel
What To Wear To A Fall Or Winter Bridal Shower?
Stick to rich, warm, or dark colours for bridal showers in the fall and winter months. Think ruby, navy and emeralds. Most showers during these months will be indoors, so don't worry too much about outerwear, but reflect the season with long sleeves, long hemlines and heavier fabrics. Some ideas are a long dress, tights and boots, a long sleeve dress, wide leg pants and a sweater, and a crisp button down tucked into a full skirt. Accessories can be dressy boots and long, layered necklaces.
What To Wear To A Spring Or Summer Bridal Shower?
Bright, light colours—pastels and hot hues all the way—rule when it comes to what to wear to spring or summer bridal showers, as do florals and other summery prints. Lightweight cotton, silk, and linen feel cool and crisp. To get you inspired, some warm weather shower outfit possibilities include jumpsuits, a floral, ruffled print dress, a pair of cropped white pants, a bright silk top and floral wedges, and a patterned dress and lace up sandals. Include accessories such as a rattan purse or straw tote and a fresh pedicure
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Updated on 24/05/2024
