What to Wear to Your Rehearsal Dinner

While your main focus may be on your wedding dress, it’s also important to plan for another important outfit - your rehearsal dinner attire! This important event often serves as the kick off for wedding festivities, so making sure you look and feel your best is essential. There are no rules when it comes to choosing your rehearsal dinner ensemble, and we’ve outlined a few tips to help you narrow down the many options.

Consider Color

Your rehearsal dinner is the perfect time to go all out and sport an outfit in your favorite color! Save white for your wedding day and rock a head-to-toe colorful ensemble or even add a pop of color to a neutral dress to keep it minimal. A colorful patterned skirt or even a colored shoe will keep your look fun and festive.

Venue Inspiration

Taking a cue from your venue can help you pair down options for your rehearsal dinner look. If your event is taking place at a coastal setting, opt for a breezy dress or wide leg linen pants paired with a cute blouse. If the setting is more uptown, a classic LBD (little black dress) or dressy pantsuit fits the bill.

A Twist on a White Dress

If you are keen on keeping it more traditional and wearing a white dress for your rehearsal dinner, look for unique elements, patterns, cuts and fabrics to create a distinction. If your wedding dress is a billowing ball gown, wear a curves-hugging cocktail dress for your rehearsal dinner. Lace details, sequins and big bows help to make white dresses look distinct and memorable!

Wear What You Love

Most of all, it is most important to wear something that you love, something that makes you feel special and confident. Keep in mind that going too far out of your comfort zone on such a big day may leave you feeling uncomfortable and distracted when you should be focused on having a great day with family and friends. For example, don’t decide to wear 4-inch heels if you feel most comfortable in flats, or wear something tight-fitting when you typically prefer more forgiving options. Remember, it’s your day so looking and feeling your best is what matters most!