{"id":8504,"date":"2018-09-12T13:24:52","date_gmt":"2018-09-12T18:24:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.essensedesigns.com\/blog\/?p=8504"},"modified":"2023-04-03T10:00:25","modified_gmt":"2023-04-03T15:00:25","slug":"how-to-pick-the-perfect-bridesmaid-dress","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/test.essensedesigns.com\/blog\/how-to-pick-the-perfect-bridesmaid-dress\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Pick the Perfect Bridesmaid Dress"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wondering how to pick<a href=\"https:\/\/www.essensedesigns.com\/bridesmaid-dresses\/\"> the perfect bridesmaid dress<\/a>? You\u2019re not alone! Picking the perfect bridesmaid dress that makes all of your friends and family happy and falls in line with your personal style is hard. There are a couple things you\u2019ll want to keep in mind when choosing your bridesmaid dresses and we are here to help. <\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to pick the perfect bridesmaid dress\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a couple of things you want to keep in mind when picking the perfect bridesmaid dress. Here are our top 5 things to think about when choosing what your besties should wear when they stand by your side. <\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What color are your bridesmaids going to wear?<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Color is super important when picking out bridesmaid dresses and probably the first thing you\u2019ll want to do before picking out the actual dress. You want to choose a color that stays within your color scheme but also looks good on different skin tones. You don\u2019t want to choose a color that only looks good on pale or dark skin tones; you\u2019ll want to find a good balance. Don\u2019t be afraid to look at actual color and fabric swatches before you make a decision.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What length do you want your bridesmaids to wear?<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are your friends going to wear short or long bridesmaid dresses? Or maybe you want your gals to wear midi length dresses? Whatever length you want to choose, keep in mind the season and venue you\u2019re getting married in &#8211; this will help you make your decision. Short bridesmaid dresses usually pair best with a more casual wedding, maybe at an outdoor ceremony. Long bridesmaid dresses adherently feel more formal, so you might want to choose a longer length if you\u2019re getting married at a museum or country club. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What fabric should your bridesmaid dresses be?<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another important factor you\u2019ll want to consider is the fabric your friends are going to wear. Satin or Mikado gowns will obviously feel more traditional and formal. Chiffon can appeal to a more casual or boho wedding &#8211; it\u2019s really the most versatile of all bridesmaid dress fabrics. If you want a glam wedding, maybe going with a matte sequin is something you want to consider. Fabric can really dictate not only the silhouette you choose but also the style you want to represent, whether that is boho, casual, formal, or black tie. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you going to have a mix-and-match bridal party?<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mix-and-match bridal parties are a huge trend right now. Most brides give their friends a color palette to choose from and then let their friends choose the dress of choice. This allows your friends to feel comfortable in whatever they\u2019re wearing. If you want to go the mix-and-match route, make sure you\u2019re very clear about what colors you do and do not want. Same with fabrics, lengths, and silhouettes. If there is a certain style you don\u2019t want your friends wearing, make it clear upfront before anyone goes dress shopping. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What silhouette will look best on all your bridesmaids?<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s face it, dress shopping is not a one-size-fits-all thing. Certain dresses are just not doable on certain body types. When picking out a silhouette, keep in mind how your friends will feel wearing the dress. Will everyone be comfortable wearing strapless? Do all my friends feel confident enough to wear a slim-fitting gown? You want to make sure both the neckline and skirt match not only your personal aesthetic but will flatter your friends\u2019 body types. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-8292\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.essensedesigns.com\/blog\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Sorella-Vita-D3-2018-9108-A7-1024x642.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"642\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.essensedesigns.com\/blog\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Sorella-Vita-D3-2018-9108-A7-1024x642.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.essensedesigns.com\/blog\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Sorella-Vita-D3-2018-9108-A7-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.essensedesigns.com\/blog\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Sorella-Vita-D3-2018-9108-A7-768x482.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.essensedesigns.com\/blog\/uploads\/2018\/06\/Sorella-Vita-D3-2018-9108-A7.jpg 1914w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you\u2019ve nailed down these five things, you\u2019ll be better prepared for your bridesmaid dress shopping experience. So grab your gals and head to a<a href=\"https:\/\/www.essensedesigns.com\/sorella-vita\/stores\/\"> store near you<\/a>! Cheers!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Wondering how to pick the perfect bridesmaid dress? You\u2019re not alone! Picking the perfect bridesmaid dress that makes all of your friends and family happy and falls in line with your personal style is hard. 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