The Latest Trends in Bridesmaid Dresses

The biggest complaint of bridesmaids is the ugly dresses that they are forced to wear. You hear horror stories of gold lamé, dresses in rainbow colors with matching ruffled parasols, and even electric blue satin with enormous bows. It does not have to be this way! The top trends for bridesmaid dresses are all focused on making the bridesmaids feel attractive, and hopefully even choosing a dress that they will want to wear again.

If you haven’t been to a wedding for a while, you may be in for a surprise. Gone are the days of a gaggle of girls decked out in petticoats, ruffles, and poufy sleeves. Today’s bridesmaid dresses are much more like regular cocktail dresses (in fact, they may even be cocktail dresses from a non-bridal store). Dresses are slim, not full skirted, and most of them do not even reach the floor (the better to show off a really cute pair of shoes and a great pedicure!). Your bridesmaids should be able to move and dance easily in their dresses, without feeling encumbered.

Bridesmaid dresses are definitely sexier than they used to be (within the limits of good taste, please!). One of the hottest necklines is the halter, which is flattering to almost every woman in any size. If you like the halter, but are having a formal ceremony in a house of worship, matching wraps are a great idea for the service. Wraps provide a more modest look for the ceremony, and then they can be discarded for more of a cocktail dress look during the reception.

The cookie cutter look is definitely out of style. Brides are allowing their attendants to customize their look. A very popular idea is to have each girl choose separates in a designated fabric and color. That creates a look that is coordinated, but not too matchy-matchy. It also means that each bridesmaid can select the cut that is most flattering to her figure. Your attendants will thank you for that!

Another top trend is for the bridesmaids to wear a range of colors. Now we are not talking about the aforementioned rainbow of pastels that were seen in the 1970s. Rather, the bride specifies a theme, such as “shades of pink” or “autumn colors”, and each attendant has the luxury of picking a dress that she loves within those parameters. It is a good idea, though, for the bride to take a look at all of the dresses before the wedding, because sometimes you can end up with one off-choice that sticks out like a sore thumb.

Bold colors are hot right now, including hot pink, aqua blue, canary yellow, and kelly green. But exercise some common sense if you are choosing a very strong color, and pair it with a low key fabric like a shantung or a chiffon. A super shiny hot pink satin dress is not something that your bridesmaids will be likely to ever wear again. Another idea is to use the bright color as an accent, like a sash, on a less dramatic background color. Some fabulous color combination’s include aqua blue with espresso brown and kelly green with pale pink.

If you are not a fan of bright colors, do not worry; the other big color trend is just the opposite: gray. Gray may sound like a difficult color to pull off in a festive way, but the gray bridesmaid dresses are surprisingly pretty. They are most often seen in soft, ethereal styles like floating chiffon or delicate tulle. The feminine treatment prevents the dresses from being too somber. It would also be great to use the neutral gray as a backdrop for bolder accent colors. Bridesmaid jewelry sets with rich burgundy Swarovksi crystals would be a beautiful accent. You could also choose a brighter color for bridesmaid jewelry sets and bouquets like coral, which would really pop against the gray dresses.

Your bridesmaids will have to spend a lot of money on their dresses. Do them a favor, and choose something that they will actually be pleased to wear. The top trends in bridesmaid dresses are all geared towards dresses that are simple, modern, and elegant. And not a yard of gold lamé in sight!

Destination Wedding: Beach Bridesmaid

The perfect wedding is all about the perfect dress or gowns, looking good and sexy are every woman’s dream especially on her ”wedding day”. Bridal gowns are available in different colors and sizes to compliment your personality. . The bridal gown you select for your wedding will probably be the most significant style decision you will have to make in your life.

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Beach weddings are enormously beautiful but nature does give an element of insecurity. It’s no surprise that beach weddings are becoming more and more popular. Beach Weddings also offers a beautiful ceremony for renewing your vows. When a wedding takes place on the beach, it is likely that the weather will be warm and dry. Brides with beach weddings in the past have worn anything from a white bathing suit and sarong to a full-blown princess style wedding gown with all the bridal trimmings. Most of the bridesmaid dresses out there were too formal and just too much for the beach.

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Watters Bridesmaid Dress Style 5480

When purchasing a wedding gown for the beach, there are a few things to keep in mind. Like any wedding, you get what is within your budget. This is when it would be a good idea to choose a wedding gown that is above the ankles. Also, if the weather is going to be very warm you may want to get a wedding gown that is made of light, thin material. Of course there are people who decide to have very traditional looking dresses even when the wedding is on the beach. The classic beach wedding dress is cool, casual, and relaxed, yet sexy and beautiful.

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Watters Bridesmaid Dress Style 7525

Beach wedding dresses tend to be much simpler and no-frills affairs given the surroundings, that is why some brides prefer not to spend too much on designer dresses. Beach wedding dresses have to lightweight, comfortable (no air conditioning out there) and accentuate your beach wedding theme. Beach wedding dresses should be relatively informal, but they can still look like real wedding dresses. But finding the perfect beach wedding dress can pose some challenge

Florida’s beaches are the best exotic weddings locations on earth. A Florida beach wedding is a stress-free and romantic way to kick off your new life with the person of your dreams. The unique setting of a Florida beach wedding opens up possibilities when it comes to the clothing worn by the bride and the rest of the wedding party. . A dress made from a light material that covers your shoulders is a good choice, keeping you cool while protecting you from sun exposure during your Florida beach wedding. Choosing the Right Bridal Party Attire for your Florida Beach Wedding is same standards for choosing a bridal gown for a Florida beach wedding apply for bridesmaids’ dresses as well.

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Watters Bridesmaid Dress Style 7453

More Patterned Bridesmaid Gowns

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Elegant strapless printed metallic chiffon dress with sequin bodice. Comes with matching shawl and removable straps.

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Put together an elegant look with a fresh new style in this colorful print prom dress by Dave and Johnny. A flattering dress perfect for a beachside tropical wedding featuring a beautiful color print in green, blue, and yellow. The low cut V-neck bust line in ruched fabric is accented on the bottom with dainty beadwork that cascades down the torso. A sexy side slit and small train add the dramatic touches.

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 Create a fabulous look for your spring or summer wedding in this stunning print dress by Dave and Johnny. A unique print gives this gown an alluring style by highlighting your curves in colorful designs. Radiant stones on the empire waist adds a touch of sparkle to this stylish print. Perfect for a wedding with pizzaz!

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Looking for an evening gown that is appropriate for any formal occasion? This single strap gown by Faviana is chic and glamorous and features a long slim chiffon skirt with a unique print. The one shoulder strap black bodice has a dazzling accent at the base. If your formal occasion calls for a modest dress that is classy and unique, this evening gown is a perfect choice.

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This halter gown by Dave and Johnny is well priced and classy. A beautiful print halter top gown in rich bold colors with a sexy and seductive design.

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Dessy Bridesmaid Dress Style 2756

This strapless gown features a sweetheart neckline with shirred bodice. The Princess line gown flows to an A-line skirt.

Patterned Bridesmaid Gowns

Your bridesmaid dresses will be a big part of the look of your wedding. Although solid colors have always been the most popular choice, there is nothing to say that you have to play it safe when it comes to the dresses that your attendants will wear. These are some ideas on pretty patterned bridesmaid dresses that are perfect for any wedding style.

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Faviana New York Bridesmaid Dresses Style 5945

It might seem like a print would only work on bridesmaid dresses for an informal wedding, but this is definitely not the case. For a black tie wedding, a stunning look for your bridesmaids would be a floor length gown in a pewter color with a black brocade design. To make it even more luxurious, look for a dress that is created with the design in cut velvet or devoré – yum! Add bridesmaid jewelry sets created from jet black crystals or lustrous pewter colored pearls for the perfect finishing touch.

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Faviana New York Bridesmaid Dresses Style 5946

Prints for daytime weddings can really run the gamut from sophisticated to playful to country. On the more elegant side would be a toile done in a limited color palette. This is a classic print that works best on simple cuts, like strapless A-line gowns. You can use a toile bridesmaid dress in almost any setting, indoors or outdoors. It is even possible to order toile that is designed in themes that fit in with your wedding (such as scenes of Nantucket). Sets of pearl bridesmaid jewelry will top off this timeless dress beautifully.

Of course, floral prints are always lovely, and you will have many great options for your attendants’ dresses. One of the most original is to choose simple dresses made from Liberty print fabric. This iconic small floral is printed on a soft cotton fabric that would be wonderful for an informal wedding in a garden. Wedge espadrilles would look fantastic for the bridesmaids’ shoes with a Liberty print dress.

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Faviana New York Bridesmaid Dresses Style 5947

If you prefer a more bold floral print, check out some of the large scale graphic florals that are in style this season. They are often done in a high contrast palette, such as cream and black. This design looks particularly great when it “grows” up from the hem of the dress and gets more sparse at the top. Not only will the dresses have great visual interest, but they will not be too bold by your bridesmaids’ faces.

Stripes are a fresh idea for bridesmaid dresses at any time of the year. They can be done in so many ways. A crisp blue and white stripe looks nautical and classic, perfect for a wedding by the ocean. Add some flair with shoes or jewelry in a bright color like lemon or cherry red. If you are looking ahead to a winter wedding, stripes can be rich and elegant when done in deeper tones such as aubergine and chocolate in a full length gown.

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Alexia Designs Bridesmaid Dress Style 2112

When you are thinking about patterned bridesmaid dresses, one other design to consider is plaid. Plaid can be used for an entire dress, or as a sash on a solid color. You can use a red tartan for a Christmas wedding, a bright madras for a summer afternoon, or even a menswear inspired houndstooth print for something totally unexpected.

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After Six Bridesmaid Dress Style 6507BL

Be open to interesting prints and designs when you start shopping for your bridesmaid dresses. The right pattern can make their dresses so much livelier than a basic solid color. And if you choose well, your bridesmaids may even be able to wear their pretty patterned dresses again in the future.

Bridesmaid Dresses: Black for Evening Weddings

Click here for purchasing information:  Alfred Angelo Bridesmaid Dress 6645

Elegant Satin and Crepe gown. Rhinestone Buttons. Two-piece look. Bodice features a portrait collar and asymmetrically shirred wrapped midriff with rhinestone buttons. Dropped waistline and high back. Crepe A-line skirt. This gown is offered as informal wedding dress as style 6645i. Featured in Black. Shown also in back and front views in Navy, in Blue Jay, Sugar Plum, Charcoal, and Raisin.

 

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Lovely Satin gown features a cross over empire bodice with v-neck. Shirred v-back detail. Fit and flared skirt with train. Empire band self ties in front. Featured in Black. 

 

 

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Elegant Satin gown.  Strapless bodice with lace up back.  Removable spaghetti straps and modesty panel are included.  The bodice has a dropped waist.  The full A-line skirt has pick ups.  This gown is offered in our widest range of sizes including girls and toddlers for a complete wedding party.  Featured in Black. 

Click here for purchasing information: Alfred Angelo Bridesmaid Dress 6484SN

Satin dress has a pretty bow on the side waist.  Strapless bodice has gently curved neckline.  Removable spaghetti straps included.  A-line tea length skirt.  This dress is available in Iridescent Taffeta as style 6484–see link below.  Shown here in Black Taffeta– please note that Satin is not a shiny as is shown here.  Use this photo for style details only. 

Click here to purchase: Raylia Bridesmaid Dress “Tori” 8088

A classic, flattering style in chiffon. This dress features a strapless bodice with pleating at the empire bodice and a slimming A-line skirt. Zip Back. Removable spaghetti straps are included.

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