The current trend is letting each bridesmaid choose their style of bridesmaid dress.  Why not take some of the stress off the bride's shoulders and give bridesmaids free reign with the dress choice? A current trend is letting each bridesmaid choose thier style of dress.  Why not take some of the stress off the bride's shoulders and give bridesmaids free reign with the dress choice? 

Give the girls the color and let them explore dress styles.  Chances are each bridesmaid has a different body type and they will appreciate choosing a style the compliments them.  Many designers offer an array of dress styles in the same fabrics and colors.  Alexia Designs offers a selection of dresses, mostly satin and chiffon, to choose from that can accomodate every body type and bridesmaid style.  Eden Bridal has a great selection of dresses and also offers maternity styles for the pregnant bridesmaid.

Using a few guidelines before letting the bridesmaids loose will put the worrisome bride's mind at ease:

1. Choose a designer that offers a good selection in the color and fabric you like.
2. Pick the color(s) for the dress according to the wedding colors.
3. Be specific when giving bridesmaids the dress guidelines; do you want tea length only?  Satin dresses only? Strapless?
4. Have all the bridesmaids professionally measured by a seamstress for formal wear, do not use everyday clothing sizes.
5. Have one of the bridesmaids or the maid of honor be in charge of getting the girls together for ordering.  Ordering the dresses at one time will ensure the same delivery time and color match.
6. Have a seamstress that you trust ready in-case bridesmaids need alterations.
7. Don’t forget the shoes – Colorifics offer different style shoes and you can have them all dyed to match.

Beautiful and comfortable dresses and shoes make for a happy bridesmaid and a happy bride!