7 Chic Outfits To Wear To Afternoon Tea In London

Are you heading for afternoon tea soon and not sure what to wear? Well, we’re here to help with this guide on what to wear to afternoon tea, so you can create the perfect look.

Afternoon tea is a classic British event with a long and rich history. The first afternoon tea was held in 1840 by Anna, the Duchess of Bedford, who found herself becoming hungry around 4 o’clock and needed something to eat between lunch and dinner – and so afternoon tea was born!

Now afternoon tea has become universally popular, with hotels, cafes, and restaurants all over the world offering afternoon tea. If you are going to an afternoon tea, then, you need the perfect outfit that will match this sophisticated, traditional British event, and that’s where we come in to help!

We have created this guide on what to wear to afternoon tea to help you put together the perfect outfit. We have included 7 gorgeous outfits that would look incredible at any afternoon tea and look stunning in photographs too – so let’s get started!

What To Wear To Afternoon Tea

1. Blue florals

Florals are always a great idea for a summer afternoon tea with friends or family, which is why we just adore this white and blue floral mini dress. The bows at the shoulder, the sweetheart neckline, and the flared skirt ensure a stylish, feminine look, while the simple accessories, including a top handle bag and white flat sandals, keep all the focus on the gorgeous floral dress.

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2. Minimalist Black

Keep it minimalist and paired-back with this polished, all-black outfit! Start with a black tank top and a black pleated midi skirt, then add a black belt to cinch in the waist and elevate the look. For accessories, go for a tan top handle bag and white, low heels for an elegant, refined finish that will still be comfortable all day long.

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3. Monochrome chic

We love the sleek and chic look of a monochrome outfit – perfect for summer afternoon tea and it will look striking in Instagram pics of your classic British event. Pick a black or white demure and feminine midi dress, then add matching accessories, such as a hat, handbag, and elegant jewelry, like a pearl necklace or gleaming gold earrings.

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4. Shimmering Satin

Go a little more opulent with a shimmering satin outfit. An afternoon tea is a great excuse to dress up a little and look a little more glamorous than your usual afternoons! This lustrous, champagne-colored satin dress has been styled with a pale grey blazer to add a sophisticated touch to the outfit and then finished with tan accessories.

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5. Linen Matching Set

A linen matching set is an excellent option if you want to keep your outfit simple but still look effortlessly chic and refined. This white linen vest and shorts set is just gorgeous, but the accessories really pull the look together for a beautiful finish. Add a grey sweater over your shoulder, white ballet pumps, and a top handle bag to complete this stunning outfit.

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6. Maxi Dresses

A maxi dress is ideal for afternoon tea to keep you looking stylish and polished, but it will also keep you cool in the summer months if you have your afternoon tea outside. Floral patterns, like this bold red flowery design, are always a good idea for an afternoon tea, then just finish off the look with simple accessories, such as heeled sandals and simple jewelry.

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7. All-white

This all-white outfit is just beautiful and perfectly suits afternoon tea during the summer months. Pair a white, cropped button-front vest with a white pleated midi skirt then add white accessories to complete the look, including a white top handle bag and strappy, mule-style heels. Gold jewelry will add a touch of glamour to this chic and sophisticated outfit.

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