The bridesmaid is usually a close friend or sister who attends to the bride during and after the wedding ceremony. In the modern day the bride has the privilege of choosing multiple bridesmaids. Bridesmaids are often asked to assist the bride in planning the wedding and wedding reception.
When it comes to choosing a dress for the bridesmaid , it is the bride’s responsibility to select a dress for the bridesmaid. The bridesmaid dress should complement the bride’s wedding dress. However the bridesmaid personal style and preferences should also be kept in mind while making the choice. There are a variety of styles to choose from.
A-line dresses looks great on most body types and are very popular. The trend nowadays is of two-tone, two-piece floor length styles, mostly sleeveless. Column style dresses, floor length, halter top or straps criss-crossing over the back and sleeveless are also in demand. Its also fashionable to use shawl wraps with dresses.
The colors in fashion are platinum and pastel shades such as pale yellow, sand color, or taupe. Burgundy is also popular. It is always stylish to wear black and hence it is a great choice for both the bride and the bridesmaid. Fabrics like silk, chiffon, satin, velvet and crepe are trendy.
You can choose different dress styles made from the same fabric and color and thereafter let each bridesmaid chose the style she looks best in. The bridesmaids can also wear a variety of colors of the same dress style.
Many bridesmaids dress designers are recognizing the needs of the individual and are designing a line of separates, allowing each bridesmaid to wear the same skirt and choose the top most flattering to their body type.
Retailers charge full retail prices to cover their costs. However, some retailers offer good discounts.
As soon as you decide the kind of dress you want go for make your purchases before the dress goes out of fashion and becomes unavailable in stores.
Make sure you leave yourself enough time before the wedding to check the fitting in case the dress does not fit properly. Many brides wait until less than a week before the wedding to pick up their dress only to find that it doesn’t fit well and there is not enough time to send it back.
Tips to keep the bridesmaid dress perfect on the wedding day
The bridesmaid dress should stay clean and wrinkle free on the wedding day. Give below are some great tips to make the bridal and bridesmaid dresses a success:
Choose flowers that doesn’t stain the dresses. If possible you can also remove those parts from the flowers that may stain the dress.
A garment bag is key to making sure the dress stays nice, especially if you are going to change.
Use a deodorant and an antiperspirant on the wedding day as it will help keep your bridal dress clean.
Apply make-up before wearing the wedding dress. You can use a towel or some cloth to wrap around for doing touch up so that you don’t spoil your dress.
Use barrettes or something to hold the dress up so that it doesn’t get dirty before walking down the aisle or taking pictures.