Apart from your wedding dress, there are a couple outfits you should think about: your rehearsal dinner outfit and your bridal shower outfit! Dressing for your rehearsal dinner is an important task that shouldn't be overlooked. You'll need a fabulous outfit for this event, which serves as the formal start to your wedding festivities. Choosing the right look can be tough with so many options. In this post, we break down what to wear to a rehearsal dinner as well as what to wear to a bridal shower. Your rehearsal dinner outfit should reflect your personal style, whether it's classic or trendy and bold. When choosing these outfits, consider these things:
Let Your Rehearsal Dinner Venue Guide You
It's always a good idea to keep the type of rehearsal dinner in mind when choosing your outfit. Your rehearsal dinner dress can be influenced by your venue just like your wedding gown.
Will it be an elegant soiree at a country club or a casual backyard BBQ? Are you inviting friends from out of town, or will it be a free-for-all? What to wear to a rehearsal dinner depends on these questions. Wear what fits the theme of the party, whether it's cocktail attire for a swanky rooftop dinner or a breezy sundress for an outdoor party.
Try Looks That Are Different From Your Wedding Dress
Fashion is a great way to make a statement at your rehearsal dinner. Think about wearing an outfit for your rehearsal dinner that lets you express yourself differently than your wedding dress. You can show off a different side of your style by wearing something more contemporary for your rehearsal dinner (like a chic jumpsuit).
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Also, now's the time to rock your favorite trend. Even if you're keeping your wedding look classic, show off a pair of printed heels or an eye-catching hair accessory during your rehearsal dinner. Think about wearing a silk sheath gown or a fitted midi dress if you're wearing a bold wedding dress.
Always Go For Comfort
You'll probably be meeting some of your guests for the first time and mingling with family from out of town. You should wear something comfortable to a rehearsal dinner. You don't want to worry about an itchy hemline or a skirt that keeps riding up in whatever you're wearing. Make sure you don't spend the night worrying about preventing a wardrobe malfunction at your rehearsal dinner. Don't wear anything fussy or annoying. Wear something easy and relaxed. Make sure you can try on the dress beforehand so you can make any adjustments you need to.
Consider a Pop of Color!
If you wear any shade of white for your rehearsal dinner, you'll look like the bride, of course. However, don’t feel like you’re obligated to wear white! When it comes to your rehearsal dinner outfit, you can break with tradition by wearing some color.
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What you wear the night before your wedding is up to you. Wear a little black dress or a bold red pantsuit if you want. Or go for light pinks, greens, or lavenders. (You could also wear something blue.) Whatever color palette you choose, keep in mind that this is a great chance to show off your personality.
Get Creative With Prints
Adding fun prints to your rehearsal dinner outfit is just as easy as adding pops of color. Dress like a diva in a floral frock or an opulent sequined jumpsuit for your rehearsal dinner if you're having trouble deciding what to wear. If you'd rather wear something unexpected, you're not confined to solid white. You can wear what you love at your rehearsal dinner with so many bridal outfit options.
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Wear Something You Love
You shouldn't buy a rehearsal dinner dress just because you think it's what your family wants you to wear (or what you think will look good on Instagram). Choose a rehearsal dinner that makes you feel your best, since it's the start of your wedding weekend. Feeling confident makes you look confident-and that's the best way to start your weekend.
Finding a Bridal Shower Outfit
Since your bridal shower will probably be during the day, you should wear a pretty day dress, romper, or jumpsuit. Keeping it classy, elegant, and conservative is key. You can either wear a simple sundress or go for a more bold, bridal dress that’s knee-length. Whatever you decide, make sure you go for comfort and lean into your personal style!
