You deserve a wedding that’s beautiful, personalised and ultimately unforgettable. On top of the countless other details you’ll need to get right, you’ll need to find gorgeous bridesmaid dresses so your amazing bridesmaids can look magnificent as they support you on your big day.
However, picking the right dresses can be tricky. There are so many colours, styles, materials and more to choose from; how can you possibly know which one is right?
Don’t worry; we’re here to help! Continue reading to learn all about what you should consider as you select your lovely dresses for your team of bridesmaids.
How To Choose The Best Bridesmaid Dresses For Your Stunning Wedding
There are plenty of details to consider when you choose dresses for your amazing bridesmaids. By thinking about the right things, you can narrow down your choices and find dresses that you (and your bridesmaids) absolutely adore. Here are a few helpful tips on how to pick the best dresses for your wedding:
Consider Your Wedding Theme And Style. Are you using a specific colour scheme for your wedding? Then, naturally, you’ll want everything to go well with your colours – including the dresses your bridesmaids wear! Make sure the colours of the dresses you pick look amazing with everything else.
Aside from colours, what kind of wedding do you want? If you’re having a formal wedding, then you’ll want to choose dresses that are elegant and sophisticated. If you’re having a more casual wedding, then you can choose dresses that are more relaxed and fun.
Think About The Season And The Location Of Your Wedding. When choosing bridesmaid dresses, it’s important to consider the season and location of your wedding. For instance, if you’re getting married in the summer, you want your bridesmaids to be comfortable in dresses made from lightweight fabrics. If you’re getting married in the winter, your bridesmaids can be warm in dresses made from thicker fabrics such as velvets and crepes.
Choose A Style That Flatters Everyone’s Body Type. When choosing bridesmaid dresses, choosing a style that flatters everyone’s body type is important. Not everyone has the same body shape, so it’s important that you pick a design that everyone is comfortable with.
Although, you should remember that not every bridesmaid has to wear the same style of dress. Mismatched bridesmaid dresses are a current trend that so many brides (and bridesmaids!) love. This trend is where bridesmaids wear different, but still similar, dresses. This way, each bridesmaid can have a dress that accentuates her beauty and works with her body type. No one will have to feel uncomfortable in a dress that everyone else adores but that she doesn’t quite love.
If you choose to have mismatched bridesmaid dresses, make sure each dress still matches your wedding. They can be the same colour, the same fabric, the same length and so on.
Think About Comfort During The Wedding. Everyone wants to look stunning during a wedding, but looks aren’t everything – comfort also matters. Your bridesmaids aren’t going to have much fun during your special day if they feel overly restricted or uncomfortable in their dresses.
Think about how comfortable the dresses will be during the wedding, and imagine wearing that dress all evening long. Would you be comfortable, or is there something you’d like to change?
Additionally, think about what will happen during the wedding reception. Will there be dancing or other fun activities? Make sure your bridesmaids have the freedom to move and have a good time while they wear their lovely dresses.
Don’t Forget The Accessories. Once you’ve chosen the perfect bridesmaid dresses, don’t forget the accessories. Shoes, jewellery and hair accessories can really complete the look. Keep your wedding’s theme and colours in mind as you pick out the perfect additions to your bridesmaids’ outfits.
If you know you want your bridesmaids to wear a specific kind of accessory during your wedding day, make sure you keep this in mind as you shop. Better yet, take the accessory with you to try on with the dresses you like.
Let Your Bridesmaids Have A Say. Of course, always listen to feedback. It’s important to let your bridesmaids have a say in the choosing of their dresses. After all, they’re the ones who will be wearing them all evening. They should feel beautiful, comfortable and confident.
You can always have your bridesmaids try on different dresses and see what they like best. You can also ask them for their feedback on the dresses that you have your eye on. After all it is your day so you need to be happy with the decision too.
Picking the perfect dresses may seem difficult at first, but if you have everyone’s input, you can find designs that all of you love.
Where You Can Find A Magnificent Selection Of Dresses In New Zealand
Visit our store at Ballgowns, Bridal & Beyond if you’re searching for an amazing collection of gorgeous dresses in Aotearoa. We have bridesmaids dresses in a variety of colours and styles, so come and have a look.
We want you to find dresses that you love. So, if you’d like any assistance from us, please feel free to call us on (09) 837 5010 or message us through our contact page.
Make sure your wedding is perfect – find gorgeous bridesmaid dresses at Ballgowns, Bridal & Beyond.
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