Fashion05 Jun 20254 MIN

The bachelorette weekend is for the girls. And the fashion

Whether you're beach- or brunch-bound, here’s your pre-wedding lookbook. Hint: pack light, dress loud, and party hard

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‘Your bachelorette is the last day of your freedom.’ No. And talk like that will get you kicked off our party bus. Bachelorette week (yes week, not day) calls for celebrating you and your best girls with an outfit rotation that can only rival your cocktail order. We’re channeling fun, glamour, and the ability to look great from brunch to morning after.

Let’s be real, the wedding week is going to throw a parade of heavy lehengas and enough jewellery to start your own vault. Gorgeous? Yes. Comfortable? Probably not. That’s why this week is sacred, it’s where you and your closet can breathe and have some unadulterated fun. This is for you, and the girls who’ve seen you through every bad date and late-night rant, long before your groom even showed up. Whether you’re jetting off to the beach or dancing your way through three clubs in one night—here’s what to pack. Keep it light, but not too light.

Beach, please

The obvious bachelorette for a reason—beaches are after all where the cocktails, clubs and cool girls are. Some beach days are for lounging and gossiping by the waves. That’s when you reach for something unfussy—a plunging maillot in a feel-good colour that still looks great post-dip. Then it’s time for that sundowner that begins with a full blown photoshoot and ends with what hopefully you have zero evidence of. That’s when you do a sculpted bodysuit and a skirt with faceted beads. For the morning after, go for the monokini, a head scarf, your smutty novel, and the quiet satisfaction of knowing you and your gang look better than everyone else at the shack.

Brunch vibes only

The big nights out are great, but there’s also nothing more indulgent than bottomless mimosas and frittatas. We’ve got your soft landing all planned out: a garden party, some old-school tunes, and a much-needed debrief with your girls. And of course, who doesn’t love brunch-perfect summer dresses? Mix it up with a fun print, a pastel co-ord, or a breezy jumpsuit. Whatever you reach for, the vibe is easy, flirty and airy. And if your florals are already on rotation, try a tunic dress in an unexpected print. Pack those with some cat-eye sunnies, a baguette bag, and a fresh mani in a candy-coloured shade. The key? Details that pop.

Party like it’s…

You’ve got to have at least one wild club-hopping night with your girls during your bachelorette week. This is your moment to wear the tiara unironically, rock the sash with zero embarrassment, down those shots like a pro, and match the chaos with something equally extra. Go for an asymmetrical sheer top over your prettiest lace and sequin shorts, some block heels made for dancing, and possibly limping by 4am. There’s also the deep-neck mini dress or a sheer and sparkly mini dress (basically, go extra on the mini). Either way, go big on the highlighter.

Runway-ready always

For the ladies who love their wine pairings as much as they love their couture, you might have something more sophisticated (but still fun) in mind. A private yacht party or a high roller casino night? We’ve picked that rhinestone-embellished corset set with just the right amount of tailoring. Or a ’90s silk sari with a backless blouse and a fun drape around the neck. Maybe a power blazer moment? Opt for darker tones and slicked-back hair and you’re golden. Pro tip: Mocha coloured anything always does the trick.

Slumber party time

We all loved a pyjama party where we’d wear face masks, eat ridiculous amounts of ice cream and talk the night away and honestly, nothing’s changed, except swapping the cola for champagne. And now you get to glam it up a lot more than your Hello Kitty pyjamas. Imagine silky jumpsuits, sheer slip dresses, and flowy kaftans that still feel like a hug. You could stick to your good old pj’s, but if you’re the bride or the bride squad it’s time to get your sexy on for a night—if not for the memories, do it for the photo dump.

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