The
warmer weather means that wedding season is upon us. Thanks for the great start
to the season Harry and Meghan! With the most recent royal wedding and when
watching William and Kate’s I was struck by the style. It was so much fun
seeing the wedding gown and also the guest attire. But when you are planning a wedding, the dress is often the
biggest cause of stress. However, before you can get to that, you need to find
the perfect outfit for your engagement party and your bridal shower. This will
likely be the first chance you have to celebrate your engagement with your
friends and family, and many pictures will be taken so it’s important that you choose
an outfit that you love and you are comfortable in (and that shows off your new
sparkler). If you’re not sure where to start, then here are a few tips to
ensure you sparkle as bright as your ring.
Figure
Out Your Party Formality & Vibe
Before
you can figure out your outfit, you need to decide the level of formality the
party or shower. Although many engagement parties have a cocktail party feel,
every couple is different, so you might want to go for something a little more
formal, like a sit-down dinner at a fancy restaurant. On the other hand, you
might prefer to host a barbeque in your backyard.
Take
Time Choosing The Color
You
need to find a color that compliments your skin
tone and fits with the theme of the party, so make sure that you take
your time before settling for a specific hue. Many women prefer to go with a
white dress out of tradition, but there are still different shades you can pick
from depending on what compliments your complexion like cream, ivory, or bright
white. If you’d rather save these colors for the big day, then go for whatever
suits you best and makes you feel beautiful.
Choose
What Suits Your Style
Your
engagement and bridal shower is all about you, which means that your outfit
should be too. Because of this, you should pick whatever suits your style and
love of fashion. If you like to stand out, then go for bold colors with lots of
sparkle. If you’re into boho, then choose something long and flowing, with
plenty of flowers. If you’d rather not wear a dress, then wear a jumpsuit, or
even dressy shorts. It’s completely up to you.
Don’t
Distract From The Ring
Since
the party is all about you getting engaged, you should try not to distract too
much from the ring. Of course, it is possible that you haven’t chosen one yet,
in which case you could visit a site like 77 Diamonds for some inspiration.
Once you’ve got the perfect rock, you should make sure to keep other rings to a
minimum, and instead accessorize with earrings and a necklace. You should also
opt for neutral nail polish to really let that gorgeous ring shine!
Remember
That Comfort Is Key
During
the party, you’re going to have to walk around a lot and mingle with other
guests. Depending on the type of party, you may even have a dance or two.
Because of this, you need to make sure that you’re comfortable in your outfit.
Sure, a tight fitted dress and killer heels may look great in photographs, but
you’ll be in pain all night, and this will take away from the fun. Instead, find a balance between comfort and
style that suits you.
Hopefully,
these tips will help you plan the perfect engagement party or bridal shower
outfit!
