Bridesmaid Dress Sihlouettes

The main body of bridesmaid dresses is the silhouette, whether you are a rectangle or hourglass figure, want a loose or tight feel, there is a style for you. One of the things that makes the mermaid different from the fit-and-flare is that the difference between the fit and the flare is more dramatic. As an aside, the difference between the trumpet and the mermaid in wedding dresses is the position of the flare, the trumpet is at the thigh, the mermaid is at or below the knee.

• Mermaid: Curve-hugging fit and flares out dramatically at the knees or lower, like a fishtail, accentuating your hourglass curves
• A-line: It features a fitted bodice that gradually widens towards the hem, creating an 'A' shape. Chill yet elegant.
• Fit-and-Flare: Fitted bodice and start the flare around mid-thigh, it’s not as contrasting as the mermaid.
• Two-piece: It contains a separate top and skirt, which is flexible and personal.
• Jumpsuit: One-piece apparel with pants, sleek and unconventional.

Bridesmaid Dress Fabrics

Is your wedding in summer or winter? This will affect your choice of fabric for the bridesmaid dresses, the degree of stretch of the fabric and the breathability of the raw material determines its comfort. In addition, the same color code also reflects either dark or light shades due to the matte or glossy finish of the fabric. Here's the breakdown of 8 common fabrics for bridesmaid dresses.

• Satin:One-side silky glossy finish but cheaper than silk. It’s made of cotton, silk, acetate, nylon, etc.
• Silk: Lustrous both sides and breathable, natural fiber but expensive.
• Chiffon: Lightweight, semi-transparent, and flowy, serving well for warm weddings.
• Velvet: Plush, dense fabric with a luxurious gloss, you can see it in cold seasons.
• Jersey: Stretchy and fitted, so comfortable it feels like you're in sportswear.
• Tulle: This net-like fabric is sheer and stiff, and is often used in multiple layers.
• Sequin:It’s Taylor Swift’s favorite, shining and eye-catching, but also heavy and unbreathable.
• Lace: Lace is a kind of sophisticated pattern made of yarn or thread, you can see it serves as embellishments on bridesmaid dresses.

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Bridesmaid Dress Necklines

• V-neck: It’s a simple design that catches the eye. It gives your face a more defined look, making your upper body appear wider and more elongated. High, medium, or deep-V, which will be your pick?
• Sweetheart: It is a curvy wide V-shape neckline and is similar to a heart. It softens your upper body and strengthens the bust, if you want to show off your bosom, this is the neckline to go for.
• Cowl: The name ‘cowl neckline’ stems from the fact that it resembles the hood of a monk’s cowl, which is loose and comfortable. It’s often made from soft and drapable fabrics, satin, silk, chiffon, and jersey. Its casual style speaks loudly of effortless aesthetics.
• Halter: A halter neckline means that your bridesmaid dress is held by a strap around the neck. You don’t have to wear a necklace, and it shows off your back as you want.
• Square: The square neckline forms a straight horizontal line across the chest with right-angled corners at the shoulders. It is slightly angular and offers a structured and modest look.
• Scoop: It features a wide, U-shaped that dips down in the front. Softer and more relaxed than square necklines.
• Boat: Also called bateau neck or Sabrina neckline. It’s wide and runs horizontally almost to the shoulder points, exposing the collarbones and beyond.
• High:As the icon suggests, it covers the collarbones and sometimes extends up to the chin.
• One-shoulder: As the name suggests, it is an asymmetrical one-shoulder sleeve design.
• Off-the-shoulder: Position below the shoulders and expose the collarbone. It’s perfect for bridesmaids who have a smaller upper body.
• Keyhole: It's a cutout neckline that is characteristically tied at the top. The openings are multiple and have size flexibility, which serves various wedding dress codes.
• Illusion: As the name suggests, it makes an illusory look by sheer netting or mesh fabrics. You can catch off the strapless style with a support that is a stylish design.

Choose Your Bridesmaid Dress Colors

First, ask yourself and the girls what kind of wedding color palette you're looking for - do you want a safe uniform color or do you want to interpret the spectrum? Whichever is cohesive and alludes to their personalities, could be coordinated in designs when you settle on a theme for your wedding.

Matched Bridesmaid Dresses

A uniform bridesmaid dress color has a longer tradition because it will complement the bride better and carry off a cohesive look. You don't need to put too much effort into it, just choose a color such as sage green or burnt orange. So, this color is of the utmost importance.

Mismatched Bridesmaid Dresses

You and your girls can decide what you want to wear without being tied to one color or style. Mismatching your bridesmaid dresses is similar to playing with LEGO which encourages creativity. How to nail it? You'll be inspired by the following mix-and-match color combinations.

• Soft Pastels
• Bold and Vibrant
• Neutral Tones
• Jewel-Toned
• Earthy Tones
• Monochromatic

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When to Order Bridesmaid Dresses

People always say you should start early, but how early is early? Our suggestion is to begin selecting bridesmaid dress styles 6-8 months before the wedding, that is to say, do research and gather inspiration. Take your time, then place your order for bridesmaid dresses about 6 months before the wedding, allowing time for manufacturing and delivery. About 2-4 months before the wedding, your bridesmaids should try on the delivered dresses and make any necessary alterations. When it's 1 to 2 months before the wedding, you need to schedule final fittings, and possibly adjust sizes for pregnant bridesmaids based on their changing bellies. To ensure peace of mind for the festivities, you can still make last-minute alterations within 1-2 weeks before the wedding.

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