Say Yes to Another Dress: Choosing the Right Bridesmaids Dress

SAYY ES TO ANOTHER DRESS Choosing the Right Bridesmaid Dress STEP 1: Choose bridesmaid dresses 6 months before your wedding Make a Plan 2-3 months Pick your TOO_BLURRY own wedding for the dresses to arrive 4-6 weeks gown first TOBLURRRY for alterations Have bridal party measured by a professional Order dresses at the same time so they are from the same dye lot seamstress or tailor STEP 2: Think About Your Bridesmaids Look for a style and color that flatter all: Body types- Skin tones STEP 3: Decide Your Ceremony Style Casual ceremony Formal ceremony Time of day: • Daytime Time of day: • Evening Dress colors: • Pastels • Prints Dress colors: • Dark Dress material: • Chiffon Dress material: • Satin •Organza STEP 4: Consult the Color Wheel Use color wheel for pairing: Pay attention to color schemes at ceremony and reception sites Rule of thumb – Pick complementary colors, those directly across from one another: For instance, red orange and blue green For instance, weddings at a rustic inn with burgundy and green décor should not have fuchsia bridesmaid dresses Choose colors based on the season: Fall/winter Dark shades: Spring/summer -Lighter shades: Deep plum Chocolate Celadon Iris STEP 5: Always Complement the Bride If your dress is lace ... Bridesmaids dresses should be accented with: Lace Embroidery Crocheting If your dress is chiffon ... Bridesmaids dresses should be: Light Airy If your dress is satin ... Bridesmaids dresses should be: Polished Have subtle sheen, like silk, charmeuse or taffeta Complement your gown and your favorite women by choosing the perfect bridesmaid dress for your perfect day. SOURCES http://wedding.theknot.com/bridal-fashion/brides- maid-dresses/articles/ultimate-bridesmaid-dress-guide.aspx?MsdVisit=1] http://theeverylastdetail.com/fashion-friday-making-differ- ent-bridesmaids-dresses-lok-polished/ BLUEGALA