Bridesmaid Dresses: Flirty Styles And Color Options
Nearly everything that goes into planning a wedding is about what the bride wants. She picks the flowers, the place settings, the invitations, and on and on. But there is one part of planning a wedding where a smart bride might want to ask for some outside input. That is, of course, with the bridesmaid dresses.
After all, the flowers won't complain if they don't like the vase they are in, but a bridesmaid who isn't crazy about the cut of her dress can be a bear to deal with.
Involving your bridesmaids in the process of selecting their dresses can be lots of fun. More importantly, it will allow them to feel like they are a crucial part of the whole wedding process. A lot of the time bridesmaids can be overwhelmed when the big day comes and they suddenly have a lot of obligations. By involving them early, they will be ready when it really counts.
Here are a few examples of different styles of bridesmaid dresses that will allow you to start the conversation between you and your bridal party.
One idea to consider when picking out bridesmaid dresses is choosing a dress that can be worn over and over again on other occasions. A short cotton sateen dress will look great on your big day and on your bridesmaids long after that. This dress is also versatile for many different body types. It is available in over three-dozen color options.
For a more formal affair you might want to go with the timeless elegance of a satin, strapless ball gown. Though long and flowing, this dress will still have your bridesmaids feeling the cool breeze on their shoulders on a hot summer day. Match this dress with stylish and short jacket combinations for a winter wedding or a brisk fall night!
Another fun and stylish option is the short charmeuse dress. It has a ruched waist and a strapless neckline. One of the best features of this dress is that it even has pockets!
Beyond being just a convenient place to put things, the addition of pockets on this dress will provide the opportunity for laid-back casual portraits when it is time for photos. This dress has a simple silhouette that will make it a staple of your bridesmaids' wardrobe for years down the line.
The long chiffon and charmeuse combination dress has a high neck and a flowing length that add up to a sophisticated and classy look. It is available in a variety of exciting color options that include Rose Petal, Oasis, and Saffron. This dress looks best when it is complemented by bold jewelry choices.
Your bridesmaids will be billowing in the breeze when they are wearing the spaghetti strap long chiffon dress. It has a beaded bust at the empire (a bodice that has a high waistline right below the bust), and it looks fantastic on a wide variety of body types. It has lovely chiffon that drapes gently down to the ground. This dress is exceptionally easy-to-wear. Exciting color options include Capri, Kelly, and Sangria.
A good compromise between the short, flirty options and the more somber ball gowns is a dress like the strapless satin tea length. It has clean and modern lines and a belt that adds a little dash of sparkle resting at the natural waist. This is a great dress that can be worn over and over again at holiday parties, work functions, or just out on a big date. It comes available in distinctive colors including Lilac, Peridot, and Tangerine.
The satin ball gown with illusion halter is a unique dress that has a style all its own. It doesn't take the addition of much jewelry to make this gown stand out. The fabric is lightweight and will have your bridesmaids feeling gorgeous and comfortable all through the night. Some of the exciting colors available are Clover, Horizon, and Pistachio.
For an even more distinctive silhouette, the strapless satin dress with trumpet skirt and sweetheart neckline can't be beat. It can be dressed up with a sash or a peek-a-boo skirt to make it even more impressive, or you can just let its one-of-a-kind shape speak for itself. Colors include Cognac, Guava, and Wine.
The sleeveless cotton sateen dress with knot detail is another option that looks great, especially on an idyllic summer day. The waist tapers down to the lovely front knot detail. The A-line skirt has an expertly placed pleat to flatter all shapes and sizes. This dress comes in over ten different color options.
Picking out dresses for bridesmaids can be difficult. Every wedding party is sure to be filled with a variety of different personalities, body types, and tastes. Odds are slim that you are going to be able to make every bridesmaid 100% happy with their gown. But by involving your bridesmaids in the conversation, at least they will feel like they had a voice.