Whether you’d like to admit it or not, one of the first things to come to mind when you make plans to go to a bridal shower is What on earth am I going to wear?

Bride? Hostess? Bestie? It can be hard to figure out where you land on the fancy spectrum (totally a real thing) or which trends to jump on and which to let pass on by. It’s a lot of factors piling onto one event and it shouldn’t be that complicated.

Our friends at Proposals think so, too. The Little Rock boutique not only carries wedding gowns, but is also a full-fledged, every-occasion, one-stop shop. 

The Arkansas Bride online team got to pop in and spend some time with the fabulous Proposals ladies, talking up a storm about wedding fashion trends. These experts pulled some of the cutest dresses for us that are absolutely perfect for every shower occasion. 

For the Bride

We have a secret soft spot for brides-to-be who wear white to their showers. It’s the cherry on top for such a special time in your life, and will only get you more excited about wearing the white dress.

If you have a semi-formal shower or tea in the works, these two dresses with embossed florals and feathers will absolutely do the trick without going over the top. A little glitz, a little glam and a whole lot of “yes, girl.”

 

For the Hostess/MOH

Remember that fancy spectrum? Here’s where it starts to get a little fuzzy. If you play a key role in the bridal party or are throwing the shower, you may feel the need step up your style game a bit. If you don’t feel the need, don’t worry about it, sister. You do you. If you do, avoid the far end of the spectrum and chat with the bride first to be safe. 

Neon made a statement last summer and ladies, it is back with a vengeance. The structured lines of this dress make a classic statement while the neon pink anchors give it a totally modern twist. And that zipper? Dying. 

The ruffled collar on this blush dress is a show-stopper, and showing it off is the perfect excuse to sport some killer earrings and try a new warm weather updo! 

This bright blue flowy number is anything but structured, but the layered ruffles at the bottom give it a super girly edge. Plus, the solid color makes it the perfect canvas for your favorite piece of statement jewelry.

 

For the Besties

You got the invite, you got the gift, now all you have to do is show up and enjoy the company of your wonderful friends. Keep it cool, comfy and casual in these summer frocks that are perfect for a sunny soirée with the girls. 

Does it get any sweeter than this periwinkle lace sundress? We think not. If sweet isn’t your style, try channeling your inner Lisa Frank with a neon dress and this rainbow feather kimono, a must-have for summer. Looking for something with a little Southern sass? This seersucker smock practically screams “sweet tea.”

 

The Details

According to the friends of a certain little dancing redhead, you're never fully dressed without a smile. We would have to agree with this one, but we'd like to throw in a few frills of our own.

Just like neon, statement jewelry is not going anywhere. (And neither is our obsession with Kendra Scott.) We’ve also been crushing on super cute back details. Seriously, we can’t get over that zipper. 

 

So what do you think of these looks? Will you be rocking the neon? How about that feather fringe? If you’ve fallen in love with any of these dresses (um, we definitely have), you can find them at Proposals Boutique, 5913 Kavanaugh Blvd. in Little Rock.

And thanks again to Colleen, Betsy and Erica for being such gracious hostesses and finding such phenomenal looks for us. These girls are too cute and too much fun!