Dress Coding: Bridal Shower Attire - Lauren Conrad (2024)

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Dress Coding: Bridal Shower Attire - Lauren Conrad? ›

"Typically, the first formal pre-wedding event is your bridal shower, and this is a great party to own the tradition of the bride in white," Fritz says.

"Typically, the first formal pre-wedding event is your bridal shower, and this is a great party to own the tradition of the bride in white," Fritz says.

For guests who don't have a specified dress code to follow, opt for pieces that you would wear to a nice brunch or an elegant social gathering. What's more, since bridal showers are more informal than most wedding events, don't be afraid to embrace your personal style but with a slightly formal twist.

Don't wear black. Your bridal shower look should be celebratory, festive, and happy—black is a bit too somber and/or “date night out” to wear to a bridal shower. If you're set on dark colors, opt for a softer gray or navy. Don't wear anything too tight, sexy, or revealing.

For guests, my recommendation is to avoid white. It's a nice, subtle way to let the bride shine, so just let her have her moment. Also, if it's a daytime shower, try to avoid black.

In short, the host is the one who pays for the bridal shower—or at least some of it. Most commonly, this is the maid of honor, but the couple's relatives, friends or even the to-be-weds themselves can all pitch in to cover the cost of the wedding shower.

It's traditional for the bride, or the couple, to wear white at the bridal shower. This also includes pastel shades, like blush or soft blue, that can be photographed as looking white. All other colors—like bold, bright colors and prints—are fair game.

That said, a wedding cash gift isn't the only way to go, and giving cash at a bridal shower is acceptable. Anywhere between $50 to $75 is an appropriate amount to give as a bridal shower gift.

Jeans might be appropriate for a very casual bridal shower, especially if it's a relaxed gathering at someone's home. If you decide to wear jeans, choose a pair that's well-fitting and in good condition. Elevate your look by pairing them with a chic blouse or a smart blazer, and add some classy accessories.

What do mothers wear to bridal showers? ›

If this is the case, the mother of the bride's bridal shower outfit should veer on the elegant-but-fuss-free side: a simple dress or even a sophisticated blouse with a skirt or dress pants should do the trick. If the bridal shower is an evening event, then keep on reading for other cues as to what to wear…

Wear something similar to what you would wear for a special occasion Easter or a Mother's Day brunch. For a dressy bridal shower, you can glam it up a bit (leaning more toward co*cktail attire, but not as dressy as what you would wear to a wedding). The vibe at a dressy shower is a more chic than soft and sweet.

Select a color that makes you feel confident (even if it's not white). While white seems to be the shade most brides choose for a bridal shower, both Brickman and Cartledge agree that there's no rule on what color you should wear.

Common bridal shower gifts include kitchenware, from small appliances or utensils to towels or dishes. Shower gifts tend to stick to the event's specific theme if it has one. A cooking class shower might require a gift of your favorite cookbook, while the hostesses of a lingerie shower will ask for, well, lingerie.

Put It on the Invitation

There is a time-honored glossary of dress-code wording short enough to include on invitations, or on a card inserted with the invitation. If you have created a website for your event, include information about the dress code.

"Come celebrate [name of bride] before she ties the knot." "[Name of host] is delighted to announce the bridal shower of [name of bride]." "Join us for a bridal shower in celebration of [name of bride] and her upcoming marriage." "Please join us in celebrating the bride-to-be at her bridal shower this [date of event]!"

“At [COMPANY NAME], we encourage our employees to dress comfortably in casual attire. Employees should use their best judgment to dress with professionalism and not wear anything that would make other employees uncomfortable. Clothing should not include profanity or appear distracting or revealing.