HOW TO DRESS DURING HOLY WEEK 2026
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We give you the key style tips to get your Holy Week look right. Keep in mind that it is a religious celebration and requires a certain protocol when choosing your look. Palm Sunday (a joyful day where color is more relaxed) is not the same as Holy Thursday, where dark tones and black will dominate the look.
Discover a collection of elegant dresses, blazers, comfortable and sophisticated shoes, and accessories that make a difference so you can enjoy this week in style.
Women’s look for Holy Week according to the day
How to dress for Palm Sunday
This is one of the days of the year where elegance dominates. It is tradition to debut one of our garments, and you should look for outfits that have harmony and style but are discreet. It is not necessary to attract too much attention with excessively bright colors, whether in shoes, clothes, or makeup.
We should present an elegant and relaxed outfit, but it should be clear that we have dressed up to give importance to this day. Choose a total look with a blazer and pants in the same tone, a flowing midi-cut dress in cheerful but soft tones, or a two-piece in black and white.
As accessories, we can add mid-heel pumps and a clutch.
It will be very useful to carry a silk scarf or shawl, as the weather tends to be unstable during Holy Week.
Until Holy Thursday, elegance and discretion should dominate your looks. Shorts, excessive necklines, miniskirts… are not elegant for these days.
Nuria is wearing a beautiful blue shirt dress accompanied by the lovely Alessandra Celeste bag.
Nuria is wearing a navy striped shirt dress for a total look accompanied by an embroidered silk pochette bag.
When should you wear black during Holy Week?
Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and Holy Saturday are the mourning days, therefore, our choice will be a total black look or at least looks where black or dark colors predominate.
What color clothes are worn on Good Friday?
Good Friday is part of the mourning days of Holy Week, so black or dark tones usually dominate the looks. It is a way to respect the meaning of this day within the tradition.
The accessories and costume jewelry we wear (just like makeup) should brighten us up without being flashy. It’s about finding a touch of elegance within this protocol.
On Holy Thursday, it is also a tradition to wear a mantilla. On our blog, we reveal all the keys to getting it right if that is your choice.
Nuria is wearing a total navy look with a jacket accompanied by gold accessories.
Nuria is wearing a total look with a jacket and pants in ideal black velvet.
You can also opt for our capes like this one. Nuria is wearing a cape with a soft black belt.
An all-black look never fails. Nuria wears the black chic knit crossover jacket along with black jeans and the chic animal print lines stilettos.
Look for Easter Sunday
Here comes the joy again. You can once again look for bright looks in light or dusty tones that bring light and reflect the celebration of this day.
Nuria wears the delicious chic pistachio cape along with our ideal white pocket pants.
A foolproof option is our black slim chic jacket along with the ideal black pocket pants. It’s an elegant look that you can finish with a contrasting top and flattering court shoes.
Style tips for Holy Week
Choose your shoes well
These are days when you spend many hours standing, but you can’t choose sneakers. From ballet flats to mid-heel shoes, there are many ideal models that can accompany you. Choose quality shoes with soft leathers.
Scarf or shawl, always with you
Always carry a scarf or shawl that you can fold or put in your bag, to keep warm when temperatures drop.
Natural and flattering makeup
Flattering, soft, and above all natural. That is, it looks like you’re not wearing it even though you have prepared it perfectly.
Practical bags
If you carry a handbag, make sure it has an inner chain, as it will be very useful when you want to have your hands free.
Comfort and elegance
Try not to wear anything too tight. This can become uncomfortable as the hours pass, besides being less elegant. Look for a stylish but comfortable outfit.
Dressing for Holy Week is a way to accompany each moment with respect, elegance, and coherence. Choosing the right colors, garments, and accessories will allow you to feel comfortable during long days and, at the same time, reflect the importance of each day. Because when the look is well thought out, all that’s left is to enjoy Holy Week calmly, stylishly, and with personality.
Discover a collection of elegant dresses, blazers, comfortable and sophisticated shoes, and accessories that make a difference so you can enjoy this week in style.
And if you want visual inspiration and practical guidance in one click, in this video I show you how to dress for Holy Week with elegant proposals and combinations that work, taking care from the cut of the dress to the last accessory. Here it is:
