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You’ve spent a lot of time thinking about your wedding dress, but a bridal shower dress is another look you’ll want to spend a good amount of time thinking about. As one of the most photographed looks you’ll wear as a bride-to-be, you’ll want to choose a silhouette that stays true to your bridal style.
This season, feminine silhouettes with puffed sleeves, delicate lace details, square and off-the-shoulder necklines are majorly on trend, all of which are perfect for a fashion-forward bridal shower look. If you'd prefer a classic look, lace dresses are gorgeous and romantic whether you choose bridal white or a pretty pastel hue like soft blue or blush. If you want to wear white but are also craving color, go for a floral or even gingham print dress—there’s no hard rule that says you have to wear white to your bridal shower. If you’re a casual bride-to-be, a sundress in easy breezy fabrics like linen and cotton are an effortlessly chic choice.
Ahead, the best bridal shower dresses for every bridal style, season, and budget.
Acler Long Sleeve Mini Dress
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Summertime calls for short hemlines and breathable fabrics. This cotton style boasts a polka dot pattern, a flirty flounce hem and trendy bishop sleeves for a unique yet relaxed look.
Lela Rose Tiered Poplin Midi Dress
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 Courtesy of Net-a-Porter
This crisp white cotton-blend dress is a timeless style for a warm-weather bridal shower. Traced with exquisite broderie anglaise and complete with utterly charming fluttery cap sleeves–you'll want to wear this one to all of your other parties.
Luisa Beccaria Broderie Anglaise Midi Dress
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This expertly tailored midi dress crafted from exquisite broderie anglaise is an investment piece you'll wear time and time again.
Self Portrait Lace-Trimmed Chiffon Midi Dress
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For a pop of color, you can never go wrong with a soft pastel blue. This weightless chiffon midi dress finished with delicate lace is a dream for a spring or summer bridal shower.
Sachin & Babi Wrap Dress
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For a bridal shower look that is both comfortable and stylish, opt for this lace dress from Sachin & Babi. The faux wrap detail cinches your waist while puff sleeves and a ruffled hem add whimsy.
LoveShackFancy Broderie-Anglaise Cotton Voile Dress
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No one does feminine and ethereal quite like LoveShackFancy. This lacey off the shoulder number is perfect for a bridal shower set outdoors amongst the flowers.
Self Portrait Puff Sleeves Dress
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For the bride who covets feminine details like puff sleeves and lace, this Self Portrait number is for you. Crafted from light and airy guipure-lace and finished with dramatic puffed sleeves, this dress is at once statement-making and elegant.
Bardot Ruffle Tie Back Dress
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Show off some skin in this leg and back baring mini dress. This ruffled style could easily be worn to a bridal shower brunch or a backyard bash.
Waimari Voile Midi Dress
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For the laidback bride having a summer bridal shower, this breezy lace-trimmed midi dress is a no brainer. Wear yours with minimal accessories for a pared-back and effortlessly chic look.
Loup Charmant One-Shoulder Cotton Dress
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This casual and fun one-shoulder cotton dress is dappled with yellow polka dots and finished with a wide waist tie. We're envisioning this style at a casual bridal shower by the beach.
Tularosa Lace Midi Dress
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The bride who is a romantic at heart will love all of the sweet details of the dress from the dainty puffed shoulders to the ruffle trim to the belt that ties at the waist in a bow.
Sleeper Pink Linen Gingham Dress
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Pretty in pink! A blush hue is a great alternative to traditional bridal white. This sweet gingham dress features puffed sleeves that can sit on or off the shoulders.
Zimmermann Halterneck Floral-Print Linen Dress
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Floral patterns are an elegant choice for a bridal shower. We love how this dress combines features like a crisp collar and silhouette with a soft woven belt making it feel at once structured and relaxed.
Jil Sander Square Long Slip Dress
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For the minimalist bride who covets simple silhouettes and clean lines, a slip dress is a classic choice. Wear yours with delicate jewelry for a chic and understated look.
ASOS One Shoulder Ruffle Dress
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For the bride who covets clean lines and sculptural details, this modern mini dress is for you. Wear yours with minimal accessories for a pared-back and utterly chic look.
Cushnie Cape Sleeve Pleat Panel Midi Dress
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For modern meets sexy, look no further than this style that combines Cushnie's signature sleek silhouette with alluring details like a plunging V neckline and perfectly placed pleats.
Free People Mini Dress with Bow Back
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Every bride knows that the beauty is in the details and this sweet number has plenty of them from the 3/4 length puff sleeves to the open back to the uniquely textured fabric.
CeCe Crepe Bow Shift Dress
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If you're having a fall bridal shower or if you're looking for a little more coverage, consider a long sleeve dress with a flattering shift silhouette.
Floravere Wide Leg Jumpsuit
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We are loving this powerful and feminine jumpsuit for a bridal shower with a modern vibe. Complete with sleek details like cut-outs at the waist and wide-legged pants, this jumpsuit would also be right at home at a chic courthouse wedding.
Charina Sarte Blue Polka Dot Dress
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With just a hint of pretty pastel blue and with bow-tie straps that will highlight your shoulders beautifully, this polka dot dress is a must for a summer bridal shower celebration.
Philosophy di Lorenzo Serafini Swiss Dot Tulle Gown
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Give them glamour and give them extra in this exquisite ankle-grazing gown crafted from swiss dot tulle and featuring a statement-making neckline.
Vince Camuto Tie Front Wide Leg Jumpsuit
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A sleek and modern jumpsuit is a timeless alternative to a bridal shower dress. We're envisioning this sleek style for a bridal shower at a chic city restaurant.
DB Studio Lace Illusion Short Dress
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Lovely lace meets a fun flounce hem for a dress that feels both demure and flirty. The bride who leans towards a bohemian vibe will love the slightly open back finished with a delicate thin tie.
Floravere Babydoll Mini Dress
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What could be sweeter than this babydoll mini? Keep it casual with a pair of bridal sneakers or go for a more formal look with strappy heels or mules.
Sau Lee Pastel Floral Dress
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The floral print is just right for spring and summer wedding, as is the pretty pastel shade. This style could easily be worn with dressy strappy sandals or casual espadrille wedges.
Oscar de la Renta Cape Overlay Dress
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For a more formal look, opt for this tweed style from Oscar de la Renta. Remove the delicate, detachable floral-organza cape overlay to reveal a spaghetti strap dress.
Joie Button Front Mini Dress
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Although laidback in style, this Joie mini dress feels really special. Featuring pretty pointelle details and a slightly ruffled skirt, all eyes will be on you when you enter in this feminine frock.