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Alternative bridesmaids outfits
While the traditional wedding scene features a row of identically dressed bridesmaids in frilly dresses, the days of “one style fits all” are gone.
If you don’t have your heart set on dressing your bridesmaids identically (or even if you do), here are a few reasons why it might be better to be more flexible:
- Your bridesmaids have very different heights and figures.
- You have a mix of child and adult attendants.
- Your bridesmaids are from different cultural backgrounds.
- You can’t imagine your choice of attendants being happy dressed identically.
But just because the bridesmaids won’t be dressed in the same dresses it doesn’t mean that they can’t look stylish and formal. There are several ways to create a unifying look, while retaining individuality and flexibility...
Choose the same colour
It’s perfectly acceptable to select a favourite colour and ask the bridesmaids to choose something in that shade. In the US, black or black and white for bridesmaids is a popular option and creates a very sophisticated look for your big day.
Material matters
A popular option is to choose a fabric and let the bridesmaids get their dresses made from the same material. That way they will be able to choose a style that suits them and still retain the bridesmaid look.
Long and short of it
If your bridesmaids are going to choose different dresses it can look a little odd if some are in full length silk and others in short mini dresses. By agreeing on a length you will create a certain uniformity within which they can find a style that they are happy with.
Separates solutions
Separates are becoming very popular among modern bridesmaids. Choosing two-piece styles gives a wider scope of tops in the same colour and fabric. It also enables a maid of honour to stand out from the other attendants by having a different-style top from the other bridesmaids.
Same dress, different colours
This can create a really effective look, especially if your bridesmaids have very different colourings and complexions. You may be limited by the choice of colours in high street shops, but most wedding outlets have a wide range of swatches for their bridesmaids’ ranges and so you should be able to find the colours you are after.
