14 Baby Shower Guest Dress Options You Can't Go Wrong With

Baby showers are happy and celebratory occasions, so dress the part in this linen yellow citrus floral printed dress. It's suitable for summertime showers when the expectant mother wants to host her party in the backyard or at outdoor venues. 

For a baby shower where the mom has not announced the sex of the baby, arrive in a neutral-colored dress. This wrap minidress with billowy sleeves is effortless to throw on and even easier to style for the occasion. Slip on a pair of sandals and these two-tone-goes-with-everything earrings.

For boho baby showers,  show up in this loose-fitted dress from DÔEN. It's made of cotton with micro florals and a bohemian tiered skirt flows away from the body. Since this dress has sleeves, it'll be perfect for wearing to showers held in autumn.  

The poppy colors on this Mango piece give it a dressy yet casual vibe, which makes it a versatile option for all your parties. You can easily wear this to a baby shower with flats, then add in heels before heading to that dinner date with your SO.

Save your backless dresses and plunging neckline gowns for soirées that forgo all dress codes. This modest knee-length dress with sleeves is more suited for baby showers that focus on the mama-to-be. This dress comes in black and navy too, should you want a more neutral color. 

Your friend didn't enforce a dress code for her baby shower, but you don't want to show up in just jeans. The solution? Wear this cap-sleeve denim dress from Reese Witherspoon's Draper James line. It has a stylish asymmetrical hem and will satisfy your desire to stay comfy and cute.

This dress will pull double-duty for summer weddings and summer baby showers. The unexpected slit on the side and crisscross back add unique elements to this floral dress. Wear it with heels to the wedding, then swap for sneakers and cover up with a blazer or cardigan for the shower. 

You're tired of seeing floral print everywhere, so opt for something different like this dress with spots. It has a casual feel but still looks appropriate for parties, especially if you style it out with your favorite statement jewelry.

For showers with a slightly older crowd, you'll want to show up in this polished shirtdress from Tory Burch. It's formal without feeling overly stuffy, especially if you wear it with some metallic heels or sandals. 

If you're on a budget, this $35 printed dress will make you feel like a hundred bucks at any baby shower. The print looks great on camera and you'll get many more wears from it post-shower.

Obsessed with Prince Harry and Meghan? You'll definitely want to channel some royal vibes in this pleated green number—it's the same dress Meghan wore last year while she was pregnant and on her first royal tour. Save this for the super fancy baby showers.

I love a dress with pockets and this one is most useful if you don't want to carry too many things to the baby shower. After all, you're already lugging that gift bag around. Stick only the essentials like your car keys and phone into the pockets.

This dress works for both summer and fall/winter baby showers thanks to the cream color. When the weather is nice, style it with colorful accessories like a pink beaded bag. Once the temperature drops, you'll want to wear this dress with a duster coat and boots. 

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