How to Throw a Bridesmaid Dress Try-On Party at Home

Wedding planning is filled with exciting decisions, and choosing bridesmaid dresses is one of the biggest. While finding the perfect look is part of the fun, it can also feel like the options are endless between choosing fabrics and nailing the perfect combination of colors. Hosting a home try-on party gives your bridal party the chance to try on real dress samples together, on your own schedules, without the pressure of a fitting room. It's a relaxed, memorable way to compare styles, narrow down favorites, and enjoy the experience with the people standing by your side on your big day.

Here's a guide on how to best plan one for you and your 'maids.

1. Order Your Samples

Pick your top 3–5 styles ahead of time so the party doesn't turn into decision fatigue. If you're a visual bride, creating a showroom is the perfect first step in seeing how fabrics and styles pair together. Every bride decides on dress selections differently, but once the dresses have been narrowed down by either you or your bridesmaids, you're officially ready to start the try-on process.

Order your Home Try-On samples about 10 business days before your party date to leave room for processing and shipping — samples are $10 per style, with free shipping included on orders with up to 3 styles. Each box comes with a prepaid return label for easy and seamless returns. For the full breakdown of how the program works — timelines, sizing, and Revelry's Fit Commitment — see our complete guide to Home Try-On for bridesmaid dresses and groomsmen suits.

If your bridesmaids live in different places, have everyone ship to one address so you're not chasing down boxes the day of.

Because sample dresses aren't guaranteed to arrive in the specific color you're considering, order free mega swatches in the color and fabric of your choice. Revelry's swatches are designed larger than the industry standard, making it easier to visualize how the color and fabric will look on a full dress and helping you choose with confidence.

2. Set Up the Space

This is the fun part! Your try-on party can be as simple or as elaborate as you'd like. Whether you go all out with a themed celebration or create the feel of a boutique fitting room, the key is setting up a space where everyone can comfortably see and compare each dress. Be sure to have a clothing rack to display the dresses, a full-length mirror, and plenty of natural light so you can truly see the fabrics and details.

Tip: Ask everyone to bring nude or seamless undergarments, plus the shoes (or at least the heel height) they're considering for the wedding day. Home Try-On dresses come in one length (46 inches), but bringing the right shoes and undergarments still makes it easier to fully visualize the look before placing final orders, which come in various length options.

3. Try, Compare, Decide

This is the part that can take a lot of the stress out of finding the perfect dress. Let everyone try on dresses at their own pace and give feedback if needed. Be sure to take photos and have your bridesmaids sit or walk in the dresses — seeing the dresses in action can make it much easier to feel confident in making a final decision.

4. Wrap Up and Order

Send back all dresses using the prepaid label in the box.

You're officially ready to place your order! These orders are typically placed individually by each bridesmaid so they can receive their dress at their own home and have time for any necessary alterations. Be sure to review Revelry's production schedule and plan your order accordingly to ensure every dress arrives with enough time for alterations and final prep.

Home Try-On Party Checklist

• ☐Choose contending styles before ordering samples
• ☐Order Home Try-On samples 10 business days ahead
• ☐Order free mega swatches to see your colors IRL
• ☐Ship everything to one address for ease of tracking
• ☐Set up your space for the perfect try-on
• ☐Bring shoes and the right undergarments
• ☐Take photos in natural light
• ☐Narrow down to a couple favorites and decide (this can be discussed with the bride)
• ☐Return samples with the prepaid label
• ☐Place orders with consideration to the wedding timeline

Make sure to tag us @shoprevelry on socials so we can see how you celebrate your try-on experience!

FAQ Section

How far in advance should I order Home Try-On samples for a try-on party?
Order Home Try-On samples about 10 business days before your party date to leave room for processing and shipping.

How many bridesmaid dress styles should I order for a try-on party?
Pick your top 3–5 styles ahead of time so the party stays focused and doesn't turn into decision fatigue.

What should bridesmaids bring to a dress try-on party?
Nude or seamless undergarments, and the shoes (or at least the heel height) they're considering for the wedding day, so everyone can get a realistic sense of the final look.

Can I check the exact dress color before ordering, since Home Try-On samples aren't guaranteed to arrive in a specific color?
Yes. Order free mega swatches in the color and fabric you're considering — Revelry's swatches are larger than the industry standard, making it easier to see how the color and fabric will look on a full dress.

When should bridesmaids place their final dress orders after a try-on party?
Orders are typically placed individually by each bridesmaid so dresses ship to their own homes with time for alterations. Check Revelry's production schedule to plan orders around the wedding date.