When most brides think about their bridal party, they probably picture their bridesmaids and maid of honour in matching dresses and shoes. While you want your bridal party to look great at the wedding, the last thing you want is for your guests to be distracted (in a bad way) by the fact that your bridal party's shoes and dresses are clashing. Although bridesmaid shoes and dresses always matched perfectly in the past, in recent times, styles have become more relaxed, and you can be more flexible when it comes to matching dresses and shoes. Here are some things to keep in mind when it comes to matching bridesmaid shoes with bridesmaid dresses.
The first thing to do is forget about a floor length dress. The hippest bridesmaid dresses are knee length or even a bit shorter. (Yes, bridesmaids can wear mini dresses if they are not too mini, and they are done in good taste. Think on the beach, not in a cathedral.) Color is very important, as well. The most modern dresses are not done in the traditional pastels, but rather are in sophisticated striking colors such as deep purple, pewter, and navy.
Many brides don't care if their bridesmaids wear perfectly matching shoes as long as they are wearing coordinated shoes. You can always choose a neutral shade that will match just about anything, and this saves everyone time and stress. Although most brides like to convince their bridesmaids that their dresses can be shortened and worn again, we all know that isn't really true. However, if you allow your bridesmaids to wear, neutral, practical shoes, it will give them the opportunity to wear their shoes with other outfits.
The right accessories will make all of the difference in the finished effect. To keep the bridesmaids looking hip and current, you will need to take care with their accessories. If you add a traditional strand of pearls to a deep-v dark aubergine dress, you will ruin the effect. When you are shopping for bridesmaid jewelry gifts, your mantra should be unique, stylish, and hip. The jewelry gifts that you give to each bridesmaid should be pieces that they will want to wear again, such as long crystal earrings and pendants. For the perfect finishing touches, think about strappy sandals, beaded or fabric clutches, and a wrap in case it gets chilly.
When you take the time to oversee the dresses and shoes that your bridesmaids choose, they will feel confident that they will be coordinating with the other members of the wedding party. If there are members of your wedding party who aren't incredibly fashion forward, when you make the choice simple for them, they will have confidence that they won't be in danger of standing out in an unflattering way.
The first thing to do is forget about a floor length dress. The hippest bridesmaid dresses are knee length or even a bit shorter. (Yes, bridesmaids can wear mini dresses if they are not too mini, and they are done in good taste. Think on the beach, not in a cathedral.) Color is very important, as well. The most modern dresses are not done in the traditional pastels, but rather are in sophisticated striking colors such as deep purple, pewter, and navy.
Many brides don't care if their bridesmaids wear perfectly matching shoes as long as they are wearing coordinated shoes. You can always choose a neutral shade that will match just about anything, and this saves everyone time and stress. Although most brides like to convince their bridesmaids that their dresses can be shortened and worn again, we all know that isn't really true. However, if you allow your bridesmaids to wear, neutral, practical shoes, it will give them the opportunity to wear their shoes with other outfits.
The right accessories will make all of the difference in the finished effect. To keep the bridesmaids looking hip and current, you will need to take care with their accessories. If you add a traditional strand of pearls to a deep-v dark aubergine dress, you will ruin the effect. When you are shopping for bridesmaid jewelry gifts, your mantra should be unique, stylish, and hip. The jewelry gifts that you give to each bridesmaid should be pieces that they will want to wear again, such as long crystal earrings and pendants. For the perfect finishing touches, think about strappy sandals, beaded or fabric clutches, and a wrap in case it gets chilly.
When you take the time to oversee the dresses and shoes that your bridesmaids choose, they will feel confident that they will be coordinating with the other members of the wedding party. If there are members of your wedding party who aren't incredibly fashion forward, when you make the choice simple for them, they will have confidence that they won't be in danger of standing out in an unflattering way.
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