Street party outfits for your Coronation celebrations

You'll certainly look patriotic for the occasion in these red, white and blue garments.

Street party outfits

by Rosie Floyd |
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If you've got a street party or two lined up to mark the crowning of King Charles, you might be on the hunt for a flattering dress or a fun top to wear with jeans - luckily we've got you covered with our pick of street party outfits.

Street party outfits shortlist:

Best floral midi dress: Floral Round Neck Midi Tea Dress
Best red blazer: Red Double Breasted Smart Blazer
Best blue blouse: Katie Satin Pussybow Blouse
Best illustrated Coronation T-shirt: White Sketch Coronation T-Shirt
Best blue Coronation T-shirt: Short Sleeve Coronation Small Crowns Design T-Shirt
Best Coronation Handbag: Radley The Coronation - Palace Handbag

The official Coronation date is 6 May, so there's not long to go until the big event. With a three-day weekend to celebrate, we're sure you've got lots of plans with family and friends. Whether that's a street party, an afternoon tea at home, a BBQ in the garden or a few drinks in the pub. As with every special occasion, the Coronation weekend gives an excuse to go shopping for a new outfit or two.

Stylish street party outfit ideas for the Coronation

Inspired by the colours of the Union Jack, we've put together a list of our favourite red, white and blue garments that you can wear to your neighbourhood's Coronation party, or whatever else you've got going on over the bank holiday.

Best floral midi dress

With its white polka dots and beautiful blue and white floral pattern, this red Floral Round Neck Midi Tea Dress from Finery London is super springy and will be perfect for any garden or street party. The round neck, short sleeves and midi length ensure a comfortable fit while the shirred detailing, frilled trims and small side spilt elevate the look.

Sizes available 8-20

Customer review: "Lovely dress. Good length but nice to have split in skirt"

Best white dress

Cut from 100 per cent recycled linen, this Pintuck Detail Midi Dress from Boden has a lightweight feel, which will be ideal if the Coronation weekend happens to be a warm one. It has a fit-and-flare silhouette and v-neckline which is so flattering. You can easily put on a red lipstick and a pair of red sandals to add a pop of Coronation colour to finish the look.

Sizes available: 6-22, petite, regular and long

Customer review: "Gorgeous dress, well made and lovely cool fabric"

Best navy cold shoulder top

Jacquard Ruffle Cold Shoulder Cami Top
Price: £23.40 (was £39)

www.wallis.co.uk

Add some understated glam to the proceedings with the Jacquard Ruffle Cold Shoulder Cami Top. Its navy blue colour and fabric overlay with floral detailing definitely has a regal feel to it. Wear it untucked over a pair of classic white trousers for more dressy vibes or style it with your favourite jeans for a casual feel. Available in red, too.

Sizes available: 8-22

Best white denim jacket

White Denim Jacket
Price: £44 (was £55)

www.wallis.co.uk

We all know the great British weather can be somewhat unpredictable so if the Bank Holiday weekend starts to turn cold, you can throw this White Denim Jacket from Wallis over your shoulders. That way you can take the chill off your arms while still staying totally on theme with the Coronation colours.

Sizes available: 8-20

Best red blazer

Throw this Red Double Breasted Smart Blazer over the top of a plain white tee and your trusted pair of blue denim jeans and you'll be ready to hit your street party. Adding a blazer to a casual outfit is the perfect way to take it to the next level. Depending on whether you're gathering in the day or partying in the evening, you can wear trainers or wedges and both will look great.

Sizes available: 10-20

Customer review: "I love this jacket. The fit is perfect and the material has a stretchy feel to it. I have other blazers but this is now my favourite."

Best red polka dot tea dress

It's only fitting to wear a tea dress for any Coronation afternoon tea parties you may be going to over the Bank Holiday weekend. This Polka Dot V-Neck Midi Tea Dress is a Finery London number available from M&S and has lots of charming details like ruffles at the cuffs and button fastenings all the way down the front.

Sizes available: 8-20

Best poppy print midi dress

A floral print dress is a staple in any spring/summer wardrobe, so you certainly won't go wrong picking this one to wear on Coronation day. Featuring a gorgeous poppy print, this Hart Fern Midi Dress from Seasalt Cornwall is made from a soft and floaty cotton viscose blend, so it'll be super comfortable to wear after eating and drinking all the fab Coronation food and drink available at your street party.

Sizes available: 8-28

Customer review: "Size as expected, comfy and cool material and beautiful cut and shape."

Best blue blouse

Katie Satin Pussybow Blouse
Price: £38.50 (was £55)

www.monsoon.co.uk

Infuse your Coronation street party look with a bit of 70s chic with this Katie Satin Pussybow Blouse from Monsoon. The relaxed fit and the satin sheen of this pretty cobalt blue blouse get the balance of comfortable and glamorous so right. We love that it's made using recycled polyester in an effort from the brand to make more sustainable fashion.

Sizes available: S-XXL

Best navy trousers

Last up on our list are these navy Slim Fit Ankle Grazer Trousers with Stretch from M&S. You can play around with the colours here to add a white top and red shoes or opt for a matching navy blazer. After your street party, you can wear these for running errands at the weekend or if you need something smart casual for your office. Available in a wide range of sizes and lengths, they are truly versatile.

Sizes available: 6-24, extra short, petite, regular, long and extra long

Fun street party outfit ideas for the Coronation

Of course, you don't have to get fully dressed up to enjoy the Coronation celebrations, there are plenty of fun street party outfit ideas on offer, too. If you're more of a jeans and T-shirt fan, you can opt for a top fit for royal-TEE paired with your favourite denim. Here are some of our favourite Coronation T-shirts and other accessories you can wear to create a fun street party outfit.

Best crown and heart Coronation top

Show off your patriotism with this cute Coronation crew neck T-shirt. It features heart-shaped Union Jack illustrations, with a golden crown at its centre. You can just throw on and be Coronation-ready in no time, thanks to this New Look number.

Sizes available: 10-14

Best illustrated Coronation T-shirt

Next up is this White Sketch Coronation T-Shirt from River Island. Made from 100 per cent responsibly sourced cotton, this round-neck tee includes a whole host of royal-inspired sketches, including flowers to represent the four countries in the UK, a Union Jack, a crown and medals among many more.

Sizes available: 8-16

Best M&S Coronation T-shirt

We love a bit of M&S here at Yours so we just had to include something from the brand's vast Coronation collection on our list. The Women's Pure Cotton Coronation T-Shirt offers a relaxed, comfortable fit with a Union Jack heart taking centre stage in the middle of it.

Sizes available: 6-24

Customer review: "Lovey fit, nice soft material, a coronation T-shirt that is very versatile…. Not just for the coronation!!! Look so trendy with jeans and a blazer!! Love it!"

Best blue Coronation T-shirt

Stand out from the crowds in this Short Sleeve Coronation Small Crowns Design T-Shirt from Bonmarché. We love the small red crowns and sparkle detailing against the bright blue background.

Sizes available: 10-28

Best striped Coronation top

This Coronation Crown Breton Stripe Jersey Top from Colby and Flynn at Joules has a more subtle nod to the Coronation. This classic black-and-white Breton top offers a slim fit and a wide neck with a crown and the coronation year embroidered on the chest and a version of the King's cypher on one of the arms.

Sizes available: XS-XL

Best black crown T-shirt

Another great option is this Black Crown Printed T-Shirt from Simply Be. It's made from a comfortable and stretchy jersey so you won't feel restricted after enjoying all the Coronation food and drink on offer. Featuring a printed crown across the front, simply style with jeans and trainers for an easy, effortless bank holiday look.

Sizes available: 10/12-30/32

Premium Coronation T-shirt

Last on our list of fun Coronation T-shirts is this option from Ted Baker. It features an embroidered Coronation graphic featuring red, white and blue on a rose. This one is a bit more of a premium option but you can definitely wear this as a regular T-shirt when the celebrations are over.

Sizes available: Ted size 1- Ted size 5 (8-16)

Best Coronation earrings

We all know that accessories make an outfit and these London Stud Earrings from Accessorize will certainly add a lot of fun to your look. From teeny Big Bens to Union Jack hearts and crowns, you can wear them as pairs or mix and match your favourites.

Best Coronation Handbag

If you really want to push the boat out, why not finish your look with this Coronation Palace Handbag from Radley? This adorable book features an illustration print of Buckingham Palace with the brand's iconic Scottie dog trying on the Coronation robes. This is more of an investment buy but something you'll treasure for years to come.

Speaking of things to treasure, if you're looking for more keepsakes of this historic moment in history, we've got a whole article dedicated to Coronation memorabilia.

Street party outfits FAQs

Is there a bank holiday for the Coronation?

As we've mentioned above, the official Coronation date is Saturday 6 May but Monday 8 May is also a bank holiday. This means we'll have three days to enjoy all the Coronation food and drink at street parties. Plus, all the other celebrations that are happening.

What is happening for the Coronation?

There are plenty of things going on over the three-day weekend to mark the occasion.

Saturday's Coronation ceremony is taking place at Westminster Abbey. People are encouraged to celebrate this by attending local street parties as part of The Coronation Big Lunch.

Sunday 7 May sees a special Coronation Concert being broadcast live at Windsor Castle. While Monday sees The Big Help Out launch, designed to encourage people to try volunteering in their local area.

Whatever you're involved in, we're sure you'll raise a glass or a Coronation mug to our new Monarch.

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