Choosing Bridesmaids Dresses

You’ve probably been a bridesmaid yourself. It can be a stressful time trying to get all your bridesmaids together and then trying to decide on what everyone likes.

First thing to remember is it’s your wedding, it’s your big day - not theirs’.

Second thing to remember you still want these bridesmaids to be your friends after the wedding too!

Maid’s dresses have become much more fashionable. You can find some absolutely stunning styles available now. Many of these style can certainly be worn again for special occasions after the wedding. When shopping consider that it is now acceptable to have all the maids dressed exactly the same - same dress - same colors. Or you can have them all in different styles but the same color. Or you can have them all in the same style but different colors.

It’s best if you consider the price of the dress they’ll be wearing and who is paying for it. You may find some maids resent paying $200+ for a dress just to be in your wedding. Be sensitive to their feelings and their budget.

One more consideration - not all dresses look good on all body sizes and shapes. If you have a variety of sizes and shapes as your maids either choose a dress that will look good on everyone or consider allowing them to wear different styles but the same color.

Last consideration - ask your bridal consultant if you get a discount. Discounts are sometimes offered if you purchased your gown from the same bridal shop, or sometimes if you order 5 or more dresses.