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Whether you’re nursing or pumping, finding a wedding guest dress that works for you and your boobs can feel like a mission. You need an outfit you can feed in without a full strip-down, but also isn't so uninspiring that you miss out on the joy of dressing up.
Easy boob access — think wrap styles, zip fronts, or hidden nursing panels that let you feed or pump without changing. That’s where our breastfeeding-friendly occasion wear comes in. These dresses let you easily breastfeed with one hand while shovelling canapés with the other.
And the best bit? You can buy or rent from us. Let’s get dressed....
You got the invite. We've got the outfit.
Browse our breastfeeding-friendly wedding guest dresses
Found the one? Decide whether to buy for keeps or rent for 4, 7, 14, or 30 days
Want more flexibility? Start a maternity clothes membership to hold onto items for longer — plus, enjoy 50% off your first month.
This slightly depends on your nursing style. If you are a mum who can breastfeed while standing and grab a drink, you might want a dress with clever zips or side access. But if you prefer to feed with more skin-to-skin contact, look for wrap, ruched, buttoned, or dresses with hidden zips below.
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If you’re expressing - and have a hands-free pump - v-neck dresses may be all the access you need.
“The first wedding I went to, I didn’t think about access for my breast pump,” shares Julie, For The Creators member. “Cut to me spending 30 minutes solo in the loo while everyone else enjoyed the champagne and canapés. Not fun.”
Fabrics are important too. Stretchy and breathable materials like jersey or ribbed cotton help you use your pump discreetly. Darker colors or printed fabrics can hide any leaks or spills.
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The best winter wedding guest dresses keep you warm without losing the wow — think long sleeves, rich velvet or satin, and deep, mood-boosting tones like emerald, navy, or burgundy. Midi or maxi lengths work perfectly for chilly days, especially with boots or tights underneath.
Don’t let motherhood turn you into a monolith. If your pre-baby style leaned more towards moody hues and pared-back silhouettes than flounce, stay true to it with a minimalist dress. These days, plenty of modern couples happily welcome guests who wear black — especially when they wear it with confidence.
Absolutely. Look for styles that allow you to wear a strapless bra and if you're worried, secure your dress to your bra with boob tape.
English gardens call for a touch of British eccentricity, whatever the season. In winter, reach for rich textures and deep tones — velvet, satin, soft knits, and anything that isn't restrictive on sore, breastfeeding boobs.
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Wear the £200 dress for £25. Enough said.
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Outfits that fit motherhood
Bump, boobs, or beyond — we've curated styles for now, not for forever.
Turn your sartorial speaker up to eleven and embrace the patterns. Flowers, leopard or jewels will all help conceal milk leaks and breastfeeding pads.
Navigating a tricky newborn latch — or a four-month-old more interested in popping on and off the boob than staying put? Go for a wrap-front dress. It offers easy, discreet access without any fuss.
If the soundtrack to your life is Disney’s Greatest Hits these days, then a wedding dance floor is the perfect tonic. Breastfeeding or pumping will act as the perfect dud song break, but you’ll be back throwing some shapes in no time with one of these comfortable dresses or jumpsuits .
🛒Rent from £25. Delivered to your door. Worn by real mums. Loved for life’s best moments.
Readers, buttons are your best friend this season (read: year). Especially when the dress code’s a little more low-key.
Just make sure you road test how easily buttons are to undo and more importantly, do back up again, while holding a hungry, screaming baby otherwise you risk giving Uncle Len an eyeful.
A Black Tie dress code calls for a maxi length and a little more formality, but it shouldn’t scare you. When looking to breastfeed, your neckline is your main focus, stretchy straps and wrap fronts like these maxi dresses will have you covered.
If you didn't wear dresses pre-bébé it doesn't mean you have to start now. Jumpsuits are the perfect chic wedding guest attire and they couldn’t have been more perfectly designed with easy access in mind.
Be it in Blighty or further afield, dressing for a wedding in high temperatures can be tough even for those without a baby attached to them or blessed with the postpartum sweats. Thankfully, opting for breathable, natural fabrics like linen and clever neckline details like shirring will keep you cool both literally and figuratively.
“It’s already hard enough finding something to wear to a wedding — let alone something breastfeeding-friendly that works with a bra. I didn’t want to settle for something just because it was practical. I still wanted to feel like me — like the version of me before babies.
Renting has been such a good option in both my pregnancies. I didn’t want to spend loads on clothes I’d only wear for a short time, and it’s helped me avoid ending up with a pile of maternity pieces I’ll never use again. It’s also pushed me to try brands I wouldn’t usually go for.
Your body changes so much after birth, and it’s easy to feel like you’ve lost your sense of self. Wearing something elevated — something that feels special — makes a real difference.”
— Shannon, mother-of-two and For The Creators renter
You can easily rent a breastfeeding-friendly dress with For The Creators. Browse our nursing friendly options and borrow your style for 4, 7, 14 or 30 days, or as part of a membership.
We don't cry over leaked milk. Normal wear and tear is expected so simple leaks and spills will be cleaned for you once you return your item.
Each rental item is professionally cleaned before being sent out, ensuring your dress is ready to wear - just like buying new.
You can buy or rent breastfeeding-friendly wedding guest dresses from the best maternity brands at For The Creators.
