8 Ways To Make Bridesmaid Dress Shopping Less Stressful

Buying your wedding dress can be a huge, stressful and difficult decision, but finding perfect bridesmaid dresses can be even harder, as you are trying to shop for so many other people! Follow these 8 crucial tips to make this slightly easier and achievable:

Set A Budget

Decide on a budget early on and stick to it. There is no point aimlessly browsing the shops with your bridesmaids. Tell them what costs you have in mind so they can choose reasonable and affordable options.

Decide on a Style and Colour

Think seriously about what style and colour you want the dresses to be. It is always best to choose your own dress first, that way you can compliment theirs to yours. Look at what style and theme you have chosen. A floaty, delicate bridal dress will look better with delicate bridesmaid gowns, rather than anything too formal and structured. It is also advisable not to go for an identical shape, to make sure you stand out.

The colour must match the theme and also compliment the girls skin tones. Some brides now choose the dress, with each maid in a different shade, or the other way around with the various dresses in the same colour

Listen to Feedback

Once you have a picture in your mind, you need to listen to your bridesmaid’s feedback. While it is your big day, they need to wear these dresses all day and feel comfortable in them. It is a delicate line to tread, but avoid arguments and hard feelings by being flexible and open to suggestions. If they are true friends, then they will listen to what you want, and work within your vision.

Give Yourself Plenty of Time

Don’t expect your bridesmaids to drop everything as soon as you ask them to. You will need to plan in time to go shopping and for fittings, allowing them to work around their normal lives. Give yourself plenty of time to avoid last-minute panics.

Think About Hairstyles

Consider how they will have their hair when trying to gowns on. Up-do’s can compliment a detailed back, but ask them what their preference is and take their hairstyles and lengths into consideration.

Don’t Forget the Little Ones

Once the adult bridesmaids are organised, gowns for girls can be arranged. It can often be fun to match older girl to the adults, to make them feel more part of it and grown up. Flower girls traditionally match the bride, with babies looking especially cute in fluffy white dresses.

Shoe Shopping

Brides often leave the shoe shopping to the bridesmaids. Advise them to either match the dress colour or stick with nude, and the height you would prefer. While they probably won’t wear their dresses again, the shoes can be a much more personal choice.

Ensure They Fit Properly

Buying dresses off the rack can sometimes need altering professionally to ensure the perfect fit. If you choose to do this, make sure you get them fitted as close to the wedding as possible to avoid any last minute changes. Make sure the girls take their shoes with them to get the correct length.

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