What to Wear to Every Kind of Bachelorette Weekend
Whether your upcoming bachelorette weekend involves club hopping in Vegas, a tropical getaway in Cabo San Lucas, or a relaxing wine tour in Napa, dressing for the location is key. Cue our ultimate what-to-wear-where primer for not just the bride but also her bachelorettes. From sequin minidresses to white lacey midis, we’ve got you covered from all angles. Read on for every place and our picks of what to wear to each.
Destination: Napa Valley
A weekend soaking in sweeping vineyard landscapes, world-renowned wines, and your closest friends sounds like the perfect excuse to indulge in a new flowy frock if you ask us. Scroll through for a stylish assortment of lace, chiffon, florals, and, of course, white.
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Destination: Palm Springs
When the bachelorette weekend invite says Palm Springs, you can expect three things: scorching temps, plenty of poolside lounging, and a relaxed nightlife scene. Decidedly more low-key than a Vegas getaway yet more polished than your tropical adventure, the Palm Springs dress code consists of breezy maxi and minidresses in a spirited color palette of pinks, yellows, greens, and blues.
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Destination: Tropical Getaway
If your bachelorette party invite says Mexico, Miami, or anywhere else that would require SPF 100+, this next roundup of easy, breezy dresses is for you! Whether you opt for a mini, midi, or maxi dress, you'll want to be in something lightweight that goes with flats and heels so that nothing holds you back while enjoying mojitos and margaritas with your girls at the poolside bar.
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Destination: New Orleans
The Big Easy is the South's consummate bachelorette weekend destination. In addition to cool gin fizzes and hot jazz, the sweltering city calls for barely there clothes that still look chic, of course. Our suggestion? Take your style cues from this romantic, historical city with flirty details and colorful floral prints.
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Destination: A Fun Night In
Crazy clubs, elaborate dinners, and outdoor tours not your thing? We suggest a staycation—a casual weekend full of BFFs, comfortable clothes, and homemade cocktails. Scroll through for the perfect attire for this laidback bachelorette celebration.
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Destination: Las Vegas
Veteran Vegas-goers know the scene demands your most alluring outfit, whether that means a slinky cutout frock or a formfitting mini. You may forget your key card, phone, and ID, but with our picks, you can bet no one will forget your dress.
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This post was originally published at an earlier date and has been updated by Anna LaPlaca.
Allyson is a senior editor for Who What Wear. She joined the company in 2014 as co-founder Katherine Power's executive assistant and over the years has written hundreds of stories for Who What Wear. Prior to her career in fashion, Allyson worked in the entertainment industry at companies such as Sony Pictures Television. Allyson is now based in Raleigh, North Carolina, and is originally from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She holds a BFA in theater. Her path to fashion may not have been linear, but based on the number of fashion magazines she collected as a child and young adult, it was meant to be.
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