If you’ve seen the movie 27 Dresses you know that there’s a whole culture to being a bridesmaid. There’s a saying “You can wear that bridesmaid dress again, it’s so cute”. This is usually a big fat lie. I’ve worn some very beautiful bridesmaid dresses. One chocolate brown, a black satin, and some other pleasant gowns. But I won’t wear them again. The problem is they’re too formal and the fabric is too heavy.

If you want to choose bridesmaid dresses for your maids that they truly can wear again, go for a knit fabric or something airy. I have a good idea for bridesmaid dress selection: Lauren Conrad Collection. I’m slightly embarassed that I’ve shopped around to see Lauren Conrad’s clothing line. It’s surprisingly cute and simple. However, have you seen the price tag? A cute cotton sundress, or asymmetrical gown is upwards of $100 to $200. That’s almost as much as I spent on my last….bridesmaid’s dress!

So my idea is, look at high end cotton and knit dresses like Lauren Conrad’s. They are very stylish, perfect for a summer wedding, especially an outdoor wedding where heat is an issue. You’re bridesmaids will be pleased that they have an excuse to buy a dress that they would never have splurged on. And you’ll be confident knowing that your bridesmaids are wearing something simple, elegant and classic.

Lauren Conrad Dress

One Shoulder Lauren Conrad Dress, Elegant

Bridesmaid Dress Lauren Conrad Style

Grecian Style Lauren Conrad Dress

Print Dress

My favorite flirty bridesmaid idea

In the vaults of many mothers’ drawers are old photos of print dresses. Wild floral patters and hot pink geometry look outdated. But Damask, Victorian and subtle floral prints are making a comeback. The bridesmaid dress movement of colored sashes signals that weddings are ready for a little flavor. So if you don’t want to opt for a waist sash, think about a print. But there are some rules to follow to avoid an inadvertent ’60s ’70s or ’80s theme.

• Make sure the base of the bridesmaid dress color is a soft white, ivory or beige. This way, the color in the print will pop, no matter how soft the color. A light turquoise on ivory or a chartreuse on beige looks modern.
• If you want a soft floral print pattern for your bridesmaid gown, choose a ’50’s silhouette, A-line or layered designs for print bridesmaid dress. Those styles show off a print well.
• Texture: bridesmaid dress prints look best on cotton, sateen and chiffon.

Mix it up – Two toned bridesmaid dresses really enhance the look of a bridal party. You can really make a mark with your wedding colors represented in one bridesmaid dress. This tea length dress is classy, simple and could be worn again. I know brides always say that to their bridesmaids, but this dress is a cute little cocktail dress that has many uses.

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