Wedding Bridesmaid Dresses

forum-admin · #1 (**permalink**) 03-05-2008, 07:33 PM

When young girls daydream about their wedding day, they usually focus on the wedding bridal gowns more than any other particular factor. Don't get me wrong – a young woman with an active imagination will think about wedding cake toppers, bridal floral arrangements, the sound of wedding bells, and all the rest as well. Still, it usually comes down to the wedding dresses. The problem with this is that, when picking out bridal dresses, women are inevitably constrained to some degree or another by convention. There is just too much tradition behind it all. Bridal gowns have to be white, usually have a veil, and often have a long train of ruffles hanging behind them. Although there is good bit of variation in wedding dresses and more innovation arriving every year, they are still not a great opportunity for self expression. Strangely enough, the wedding bridesmaid dresses are where the bride really gets to express herself.

As a wedding planner, I used to always be surprised when my clients were disappointed about the variety of wedding dresses available. That is when I began to tell my clients that they should put more thought into the wedding bridesmaid dress them in to what they are wearing. After all, the wedding bridesmaids dresses are not there just to make the bridesmaids look beautiful. They serve a second function as well. A wedding bridesmaid dress helps to set off the bridal gown. For example, if the wedding bridesmaid dresses are cream-colored, they will look similar to the bridal gown but not as radiant, making the bride seem to glow more brightly. If, on the other hand, they are a dark color or some vibrant shade of red or blue, they will set off the wedding dress quite strikingly.

The wedding bridesmaid dresses can also be coordinated with other aspects of the decor. They can reflect the colors used in the wedding flowers, the wedding cake topper, the decorations of the room, or even an outdoor wedding scene. The bride is supposed to stick out and look iconic – that is the whole point. But she is also required to walk down the aisle with the bridesmaids. There is a point to that too. Her wedding is her opportunity to shine more brightly than anyone else, and the wedding bridesmaid dresses should reflect this. I'm not saying that they shouldn't be beautiful – of course they should be beautiful. But their beauty should be carefully tailored to enhance the beauty of the bride even more.

SweetBride202 · #2 (**permalink**) 11-04-2008, 10:49 AM

It's true. Most of the time I get excited to see the bridesmaids dresses than the bridal gown. The design and the color gives character to the dresses.

sarah_9 · #3 (**permalink**) 01-06-2009, 07:04 AM

Hello,

I totally agree with you, I don`t know why people are so stereotyped about their look and style, why don`t they try some thing new with their look, i`ll definitely try some new look for my bridesmaid.

Regards,
sarah_9

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marck · #4 (**permalink**) 01-18-2009, 03:29 AM

Yes you are 100% right!!!

The bridesmaid when they started to select their dress ,wedding flowers ,cake & their other decorations they spend a lot for all these ! what ever they spend they won't statisfy also with that!! I think they'll spend a lot of time ! I don't know why???

Kinnona · #5 (**permalink**) 04-06-2009, 01:53 AM

I was also looking for wedding dresses, but I like the one who is simple but so meaningful. I don't like to much ruffles and long trenches, but I want it to stand in the crowd. Well, for bridesmade I just want a very simple one. Can you show me some design?

Suman Nag · #6 (**permalink**) 04-29-2009, 02:10 AM

I am from a different country and culture but I like the weddings here in USA. The wedding dress and bridesmaid dress everything is beautiful and the ceremoney is also beautiful

Jamara Micky · #7 (**permalink**) 05-05-2009, 11:13 PM

Well, I too come from different country but most of our wedding ceremony is almost like here in USA. Well, I guess it is a given that if a girl dream to get married she always thing about wedding dress, of course you want it to be the best time in your life and you want that you are the center of attraction in that event.

Crisanta Alzona · #8 (**permalink**) 07-05-2009, 02:03 PM

Yes brides spend a lot of time searching for a wedding dress that would make them feel unique on that special day. Camouflage wedding dresses offer a unique twist on the traditional wedding gown. Although this type of dress might be harder to find, bride still have options for the perfect look, whether it's a camo slip dress for a casual wedding or a more traditional style wedding gown rendered in camouflage fabric.

Suman Nag · #9 (**permalink**) 07-20-2009, 02:17 PM

I am always open to new looks and new styles...we should definitely try new look.

HunterHB · #10 (**permalink**) 08-22-2009, 08:21 AM