Mix and Match Bridesmaid Dresses

By John Jones


The chorus line of perfectly matched bridesmaids is so old fashioned. For a contemporary wedding, it looks much fresher when the bridesmaids coordinate without wearing the exact same dress. Learn how to mix and match bridesmaid dresses in a way that will look modern and cohesive at the same time.

First, there are quite a few great options out there so you don't have to feel that your pregnant bridesmaid can't look glowing and beautiful for the big occasion. However, you do want her to feel very pretty and be comfortable for the occasion. Keep those needs in mind as you select the style of bridesmaid's dresses. Go for something that is elegant, sophisticated, and that someone with child won't be upset or embarrassed to wear.

One very popular trend these days is to mix and match convertible bridesmaid dresses. These are also called twist wrap dresses, because the tops are designed so that they can be styled into a wide variety of necklines. Simply choose one color and skirt length, and let your bridesmaids make their own decision about how to wrap the dress into their favorite design. It is a very easy way to create a unified look for the entire bridal party while allowing each woman to wear a style in which she feels comfortable. This is also a great solution when the bridesmaids have very different figures; the bridesmaid with the supermodel figure can twist her dress into a halter with an open back, while the ladies who prefer more coverage can arrange their prom dresses online to have wider straps and higher backs.

Patterned bridesmaid dresses have become more popular in recent years. Allowing each bridesmaid to mix it up and choose her own dress is great, because a large group of women wearing the same pattern can be overwhelming. There will naturally be an eclectic vibe to an assorted collection of patterned dresses, so this option is best for less formal weddings. Consider it for garden weddings, those with a homespun flair, shabby chic weddings and so on. Select a general guideline, such as prints which are predominantly green, or a design idea such as Liberty prints to give the group some sort of unity. Unique bridesmaid jewelry will be the perfect finishing touch.

As to the styles, those such as low-cut dresses in which a big range of movements can easily lead to accidental exposure are better to be avoided. On the other hand, sheath dresses won't have these problems as they hug the figure and won't let anything fall out.




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