Guest Author - Cheryl Lewis

While the Afternoon Tea Attire is generally formal, a Garden Tea is typically a bit more casual. Not shorts and t-shirts casual, but the options are little more relaxed.

Nice sundresses, simple skirt sets and no hosiery are perfectly acceptable at a Garden tea. The materials can be lighter and softer and definitely more flowing. Here are a few examples:



Pants and pant suits are also more acceptable at a Garden Tea. While the more formal Afternoon Tea requires a more reserved style of pant suit, the Garden Tea offers more liberation in style as well. Like the dresses for a Garden Tea, pant suit materials can be lighter, softer and less "tailored". Even very nice capri sets are acceptable, although in some social settings they may be considered the very essence of "pushing the envelope". Here are some examples of different pant suits that would be acceptable for a Garden Tea:



The most important thing to remember for any occasion is that you're as comfortable as possible. It's especially important at a Garden Tea because you're going to be outside. While hats are not not required by any means, it's probably an excellent idea. Not only will it give you a more "finished and complete" look, it will protect you from the sun.

Enjoy your Garden Tea. The best part is sure to be the companionship and chatting!

All outfits on this page can be found at Chadwick's.