How To Choose Your Bridesmaids Dresses

A wedding dress is very important. It is the most important dress for this occasion. That is obvious. But something that is overlooked at times is the bridesmaid dresses. Bridesmaids’ dresses are important for this special day because they have the job of complimenting the wedding dress. If your girls are gonna be right at your side, they better look good and make you look good. With that being said, for today’s blog, we are focusing on just that. How do you pick the right dress for your girls? Keep reading down below to find out.

To begin, it’s important to keep the bride’s dress in mind. When choosing these dresses for your girls, attire, and style are very crucial. If the bride is more laid back and boho, you’re going to want a dress within the same style. The key is to not overdress the bride. The bride is the best dressed. The bridesmaids are the accessories that compliment her.  The same goes for any dress depending on the bride style. If the bride is in a ballgown, the bridesmaids will need to step up their dresses. A simple slip dress will not do. There is also the question of dress style. There are a couple of ways to go about this. There is the option of identical dresses for each bridesmaid. Different style dresses in the same shade for each bridesmaid. And lastly, the different style dresses within the wedding color palette. There is no right or wrong way to do this. As long as the bride is being complimented. Especially since there will be photos and videos.

Now that we have covered all the territories, let us dive into the details. As discussed earlier, it is important that the bridesmaid’s dresses somewhat match the bride but not identically. For example, if the bride is wearing a strapless with lace detailing, you don’t want the bridesmaid to match that identically because then it would steal the bride’s show. The keyword is complement. 

Different Styles

There are a couple of options and styles that will complement a bride no matter waht. The first is the slip dress. This style of dress has become very popular for weddings. They tend to work for most body types and can be found in an array of colors. This dress can also be formed into a midi or maxi length style. Another popular option is a halter-style dress. This one is most flattering as a maxi length but can also be done in a midi style. A midi style dress will also help “dress up” the look especially if it is a black-tie wedding. Midi styles will suit a semi-formal wedding more. Another style of dress is the asymmetrical shoulder. This new trendy option has been raiding the bridal world because of its unique fit. If your wedding is more modern and trendy, this type of dress could really tie in the overall look.. The last option we would like to share is the classic strapless maxi. Some modern variations have a high leg slit and reach above the ankle if you don’t want anything floor-length.

Body Types & Color Palettes

We’ve discussed different styles which are necessary ,since not all women have the same body type. Now, it’s time to hit the color palette topic. Naturally one would think to choose one simple pastel or dark romantic color for the bridesmaids. Truthfully there is no right or wrong. As long as they’re not wearing white. But a new trend has hit the horizon and we are here to share it. Different shades of bridesmaid dresses. Brides will choose a color palette and dress the bridesmaids in the colors of the palette. This can be a fun idea so that each bride feels unique and different while still complementing the bride. If you’re reading this and hating this, don’t worry, you don’t have to do this. You can totally have the same shade and same dress on all of your girls. But this is an in-between option. Finding a dress that can fit all body times is almost impossible. Unless all your brides have the same body type, you might want to consider dressing them in different styles within the same shade. Many weddings are beginning to do this since it can be difficult to find one very good dress for all bodies. Some women are curvier and some are slimmer. Some are shorter and some are taller. There’s no perfect physique but as a bride, it’s important to look out for your girls. You would want them to feel their best too. The beauty of this idea is that many websites now carry different styles within the same shade to make this plan possible.

We have covered dress style, colors and the picking of them. Remember that these dresses will appear next to you in your photos. It shouldn’t be a stressful process. Do not take this blog as an unnecessary worrier but more as a very helpful tip and push in the right direction. Many times bridesmaids are overlooked and probably don’t even like how they look. Maybe you’ve been there. And this isn’t to say that it is not your day. It is most certainly your day but we want to help make sure it runs smoothly for you and your girls. 

There you have it. The best tips we can offer for choosing dresses for your bridesmaids. We hope that this blog post helped to alleviate some stresses, answer questions and bring light to any confusions. Remember that there is no right or wrong way to do things when planning your wedding day. It will flow how you want it. The one day you get everything you want so do not be afraid to go for it. But don’t overthink it too much. Stay positive in your mindset and just remember to have fun. This day only comes once (hopefully). That is all for now .Enjoy your wedding season. And until next time, happy bridaling!