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A polished, cheerful, daytime-appropriate dress suits a baby shower best, such as a midi, an A-line, a wrap, or a fit-and-flare in a soft or bright color

There are great brands that specifically cater to maternity clothing, including Hatch Collection and Seraphine, but there are also plenty of promising options from non-maternity-centered brands, from Quince to Reformation

While the selection offers some seriously covetable labels, be sure to put in your dress size first to more effectively shop the pieces youll actually rent

For a black-tie event, we typically recommend sticking to floor-length silhouettes, but midi dresses can work too if they're a bit more elevated in design