Cute Wedding Outfits for Your Pets

5 Cute Wedding Outfits for Your Pets

Everyone should look their best for your wedding — including your fur babies. If your pup or feline companion will tolerate being dressed in a fancy outfit, then your wedding is the perfect opportunity to dress them up to the nines. Even if it’s a struggle to get them into a full ensemble, there are several ways you can make them fit into the bridal party with fun accessories.

Here are five cute wedding outfits to consider for your four-legged companions as you begin planning your pet-friendly wedding. 

1. A Full-On Black-Tie Look

If your entire wedding party and guests will be in full-on, black-tie attire, your pet can match, too. Dress up Sparky in a suit or see how Luna looks in a flower girl dress.

Pet emporium Chewy offers tons of different dog and cat tuxedos for a range of breeds, sizes, and price points. Your options are a little more limited for formal pet dresses, but you can still find something worthy of a flower cat or dog.

If you don’t think your pet will like dressing up in a full suit or dress, you can also find tuxedo-esque collars with a posh bowtie, which may make some pets feel more comfortable. 

2. Floral Collars and Crowns

For something a little less formal, you might ask your florist to put together a floral collar or crown for your dog or cat to wear, even if it’s just temporarily. It’s a great accessory for the ceremony and photos! This add-on should only tack on a minimal amount to your floral budget. You might even love the look so much that you decide to purchase floral crowns for other members of the wedding party, too.

Just be sure that all the flowers are safe for pets to be around (and nibble on, because we all know it happens). Even if you won’t accessorize your pets with blooms, it’s still good to keep in mind safe and toxic buds for any pet-friendly wedding.

Typically safe flower choices include:

• Roses
• Orchids
• Sunflowers
• Snapdragons
• Asters
• Zinnias

Some toxic blooms can include:

• Carnations
• Calla lilies
• Daffodils
• Hydrangeas
• Dahlias
• Tulips

This is not an exhaustive list, however, so you want to double-check your preferred blooms before incorporating them into a floral collar for your pet.

3. Wedding Bandanas

If you don’t like the look of a bowtie on your pup, or you know they won’t wear it, consider opting for a simple wedding bandana on your big day. You can find tons of beautiful dog- and cat wedding-themed bandanas on Etsy, most of which can be customized to fit your occasion.

For example, you could get a wedding bandana embroidered with your wedding date and new shared last name. You could have it embroidered with your pet’s wedding role, too, like “Dog of Honor,” and have it matched to your wedding colors.

4. Wedding Tutus

Similarly, if your pup would better wear a low-key accessory over a poofy dress, you might cut down on the frills and opt for a simple tutu. Again, this is something you can easily find on Etsy, customized in your wedding colors, embellished with fake flowers, and even blinged out with your pet’s name. 

5. Wedding Collars and Leashes

There’s another simple and minimalistic option, too. If your pet won’t tolerate anything other than their basic collar and leash, there are wedding-appropriate options for both of these accessories.

For example, The Foggy Dog’s wedding collection includes classy ivory and gold collars and leashes, black and pink velvet collars, and more. All are perfect for a high-class affair like your wedding day.

If your pet typically wears a harness instead of a traditional collar, don’t worry — you can find wedding-styled harnesses, too, via Chewy. 

Things to Consider Before Dressing Your Pet for Your Wedding

Before you purchase any of the above options, though, consider a few things.

• Does your pet tolerate clothing? If you’ve never tried to dress up your pet before, the wedding morning is not the time to find out if your pet will tolerate it. Some will absolutely break down the moment you slip an article of clothing over their head. If you’re not 100% sure that your pet will enjoy dressing up, test-run the idea well in advance of your big day.

• What’s the weather forecast? Think of the forecast and time of year before opting for a full ensemble. For example, if you have a particularly fluffy fur baby, dressing them up will make the heat of a summer wedding absolutely unbearable. Additionally, consider where your pet will be walking during the ceremony and reception, as bare paws will need special considerations in the summer.

• How easy is it to take the outfit on and off? You’ll always want to ensure the outfit is something that’s easy and convenient to take on and off, especially when nature calls.

• Do you have someone to help watch your pet? If you’re incorporating your pet into your wedding, you’ll likely want to appoint someone in your party as the pet handler, or you might even hire a qualified pet sitter to manage your pet for the day.

Pets at a Wedding FAQs

Should You Have Your Pet at Your Wedding?

There are a lot of things you should consider when deciding whether or not you’ll incorporate your pet into your wedding. How well-behaved are they? How are they with crowds? Is there someone available to care for the pet? Does your venue even allow pets? Ask yourself questions like these before making a decision. 

What Should a Dog Wear to a Wedding?

Your dog should wear whatever will make them feel comfortable and that they will tolerate. Some dogs love wearing clothes and the attention that comes with it, but others absolutely hate wearing anything other than a collar. Keep this in mind when picking your dog’s attire. 

What Should I Do with My Dog on My Wedding Day?

If you’re bringing your dog to the wedding, appoint someone or hire someone to watch and handle the dog. If you’re not bringing your dog to the wedding, consider hiring an in-house pet sitter to watch the dog while you’re away from home for the entire day. 

How Do I Make Sure My Dog’s Wedding Outfit Is Safe?

Always make sure your dog’s wedding outfit allows them full range of movement and that it’s clothing that won’t overheat them throughout the day. If you’re incorporating wedding flowers into the outfit, ensure they are non-toxic. 

How Do I Get My Pet to Wear Clothes for My Wedding?

If you have enough time before the wedding, you may be able to gradually train your pet to wear clothes. The key is to go slow, let your pet get accustomed to the items, piece by piece, and then reward them for wearing the clothing. The experience should be as fun as possible for them, not frightening.

Protect Your Pet-Themed Wedding with BriteCo Insurance!

If you’re planning on incorporating your pet into your wedding ceremony, it’s important that you have wedding insurance that will protect you and your venue. You never know when your fur baby might have an unfortunate accident or decide that a piece of décor looks awfully tasty. 

With wedding liability coverage, the costs of damages like these are covered, making it one less thing for you to worry about on your big day. Learn more and get your wedding insurance quote now!

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