What to wear at Easter
Wear spring colours such as soft green, pale blue, cream or pink, in an outfit that is smart enough for church or a family lunch. Bring a light jacket, since Easter weather can swing from sunny to cold and wet.
Two outfits that work
Sage midi dress, cream jacket
- sage midi dress
- cream light jacket
- beige flat shoes
- tan small bag
A soft green dress feels like spring, and the cream jacket covers shoulders for church and keeps off the morning chill.
Light blue shirt, chinos and navy blazer
- light blue shirt
- beige chinos
- navy blazer
- brown loafers
A light shirt with chinos and a blazer is smart enough for church and lunch, and you can remove the blazer outdoors.
By weather
| Hot22° and up | A light dress or short-sleeved shirt with breathable trousers, and a thin layer for shade. |
|---|---|
| Mild10° to 21° | A light jacket or cardigan over your outfit, and closed or flat shoes for damp grass. |
| ColdBelow 10° | A warm coat over the outfit, tights or thin socks, and boots if the ground is wet. |
Do and don’t
- Choose spring colours: pastels, cream, soft green, pale blue
- Cover shoulders for church, and carry a light jacket
- Wear shoes that handle grass and stairs if you go outdoors
- Dress a step smarter for a family lunch
- Wear heavy dark winter clothes unless the weather demands it
- Choose shoes that sink into wet grass for an egg hunt
- Wear very short or sheer clothes to church
- Assume everyone dresses up; check with your host
Check the night before
- Check the forecast, since spring weather swings
- Iron the outfit and clean the shoes
- Pack a light jacket or umbrella
- Bring a small gift or flowers for the host
- Put out comfortable shoes if you will walk outdoors
Questions people ask
What should I wear to church on Easter Sunday?
Smart, calm clothes with covered shoulders, in spring colours if you like, and closed shoes. Bring a light coat.
What should I wear to Easter lunch?
Smart casual: a dress or a shirt with chinos, and a light layer. Comfortable waistbands help.
Is there a traditional Easter colour?
Pastels, white and spring greens are common, but there is no rule. Many people simply wear a fresh colour.
Should I wear a hat?
Easter hats are a custom in some places, such as the UK and US, but they are optional and never required.
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