What to wear to a baby shower—whether you’re a guest or the mama-to-be

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Outfit ideas to help you celebrate in style.
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Table of Contents
- What to wear to a casual baby shower: Mama-to-be
- What to wear to a dressy baby shower: As a guest
- What to wear to a virtual baby shower: For the mama-to-be
- What to wear to a virtual baby shower: As a guest
- What to wear to an outdoor baby shower: For the mama-to-be
- What to wear to an outdoor baby shower: As a guest
Baby showers are some of our favorite parties to go to. What could be better than celebrating the impending arrival of an adorable new little one? (Plus, they always have the best desserts.) And since these events have been put on hold for the past year, we’re so ready to put on anything other than sweatpants for any and every occasion.
If you have a baby shower in your future—whether it’s in person or virtual, for you or as a guest—here are outfit ideas to help you celebrate in style.
What to wear to a casual baby shower: Mama-to-be
Always been jeans and T-shirt gal at heart? Embrace it! A flowy oversized cardigan over your favorite pair of maternity skinny jeans is the perfect look for your shower. Or, if want to mix it up a bit while still being comfy, swap the jeans for a jumper. Dress up the outfit with a pair of statement flats—or heels—if your ankles are up for it!
What to wear to a dressy baby shower: As a guest
A flowy, floral maxi is the perfect pairing for guests attending a dressier baby shower. To avoid crowding a busy pattern, keep accessories simple and neutral.
What to wear to a virtual baby shower: For the mama-to-be
After a year of adjusting to virtual milestone celebrations, hugs and IRL fêtes are finally on the horizon. But if that time isn’t coming fast enough or your family and friends are far-flung, a Zoom shower can certainly make you and your babe feel loved and celebrated. Go ahead and get suitably fancy, with attention to your waist up (like WFH meetings, pants are up for debate). Gorgeous blouses with thoughtful details and interesting necklines paired with statement earrings or a chunky necklace will check all the boxes.
What to wear to a virtual baby shower: As a guest
You might be providing your own champagne toast, but hey, at least no one has to be subjected to those candy bar in the diaper games, right? Just like for the mamas-to-be, we recommend a fun and funky top whether it’s colorful and bold or thoughtfully detailed in ways that pop.
What to wear to an outdoor baby shower: For the mama-to-be
Worried about the heat? A breezy floral number is the perfect solution to keeping cool while you’re getting showered with love. (And wedges are a perfect compromise for swollen feet.)
What to wear to an outdoor baby shower: As a guest
Feeling bold? Pair a slightly cropped top with a matching skirt for a breezy, chic look perfect for an outdoor baby shower.