Choosing the right bridesmaid dress is one of the important things to consider in planning a wedding.  Since bridesmaids play a significant role of assisting the bride in her special day, they also deserve to shine. But the thing is, bridesmaid dress should complement the wedding dress.

How to choose the right bridesmaid dress:

• Consider the wedding theme and venue. For instance, if the theme is traditional, then bridesmaid dress will most likely be elegant and sophisticated gowns. If it is a beach theme, then bridesmaids may let their hair down and wear summer dresses.

• The bridesmaid dress color should follow the exact or at least a shade darker or lighter than the motif. It looks pleasant that way.

• Consult the dress design with your bridesmaids. In that way, they would know which style and cut would they agree on and that would they be most comfortable in. Let them leaf through wedding magazines and catalogs for ideas.

• You can search the web for thousands of bridesmaid dress designs.

• If the bridesmaids have similar body shapes and they all agree on one design, then that’s good. Otherwise, you may have different designs of bridesmaid dresses. There is no rule that bridesmaid dresses have to be identical.

• You can seek advice of a professional designer since they are well-versed with a woman’s silhouette and they know which clothes suit any body type.

• If necessary, remind your bridesmaids that there are no provocative numbers allowed in a wedding.

Choosing the right bridesmaid dress for different body types

• Petite – Choose dresses which are slightly above or exactly knee-length. Avoid long dresses because they will make you look shorter. Instead, you can opt for a short, form-fitting dress with interesting details. And high heeled shoes are definitely your allies.

• Tall – You can wear tea-length or ankle-length dresses. Spruce up your outfit with a sash or a belt to break off long lines and accentuate your waist.

• Full-figured – You can wear a dark sash to cinch your waist and show off your curves. Less embellishments create a slimming effect. For skirts, you can also opt for bias cut, A-line, slightly flared or pleated.

• Pear-shaped -  A-line skirts, subtly flared or pleated skirts conceal large hips. Add interesting details on the top to draw attention away from the bottom.

Other dress:

1. Wedding Dress
2. Lace Dress
3. White Dress