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Floral Bridesmaid Dresses

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For the longest time bridesmaid dresses were undesirable. The fit was awful, the colors were hideous and the material made it a dress that you would never wear again!   Today all of that is changing.  Brides are giving their girls more freedom to choose a dress that they not only feel comfortable in but also a dress they look fabulous in.

One of the newest trends in bridesmaid fashion is floral printed bridesmaid dresses!  This ultra girly, vintage style dress is perfect for a Spring or Summer wedding and looks great for an outdoor ceremony or reception.

For an evening wedding or a more formal affair choose a floral maxi dress.  The length adds a touch of elegance and with the right fabric can be absolutely breathtaking.

If you want a bold look to your bridesmaids dresses, have your girls choose different colors and floral patterns.  If you decide on this look, a great way to pull it all together is to choose a more simple bridesmaid bouquet that is the same for all of the girls.

We want to know your thoughts on this ultra feminine bridesmaid dress trend.  Leave us your comments!

Happy Planning!

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Lace Bridesmaid Dresses

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Lace wedding dresses are nothing new.  For many years brides have been wearing lace gowns and over the last 10 years lace gowns have been the “go-to” choice. Although lace wedding gowns are nothing new, lace bridesmaids dresses are one of the hottest new trends in bridesmaid fashion!

This classic choice is taking a new twist on bridesmaids dresses showing up in many different colors and styles.  I love the simple LBLD (little black lace dress) that your girls can definitely wear again!!

If you are having a vintage inspired wedding a lace bridesmaid dress is the perfect choice especially in a 1920’s silhouette.

And if you want something bold, this red color really pops!

One of my favorite looks is this blue lace bridesmaid dress…ah-mazing!!!

Whatever color and style you choose as long as it compliments your wedding gown you can’t go wrong with lace! Neutral colored lace bridesmaid dresses are also on trend for 2013!

We want to know your thoughts on lace bridesmaid dresses!! Let us know!

Happy Planning!

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Bridesmaids: Not “Maid” of Money

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I was researching topics for the blog and came across an article at Daily Infographic that made my jaw drop.  We all know that being a bridesmaid was expensive but I guess I never sat down to try and figure out exactly how expensive it was.  The Daily Infographic estimates that bridesmaids spend around $1,695 just to be in a wedding!  This is especially true if you live out of town and have travel expenses.

Wow!!

I tried to come up with a few ways that you as the bride may be able to help ease the financial obligation.

One way to help with costs is to choose an affordable bridesmaid dress. There are so many ways brides can choose inexpensive dresses.  Some brides are asking their maids to wear a simple little black dress. Many of them will probably already have a dress they can wear in their closet! Or you can go to a site like BridesMaid Trade or Rent the Runway and rent (or buy) gently used dresses!

If your bridesmaids live out of town, only make them travel once other than the wedding.  You can always plan the bachelorette party on a Friday and your wedding shower on Sunday (maybe a day in between to recuperate!;))

Buy your bridesmaids accessories to wear on the wedding day as bridesmaids gifts.  This way they can wear them on the wedding day as well as after the wedding and it helps keeps their costs down!

Ask your bridesmaids in lieu of engagement, shower,and wedding gifts to be a part of your wedding instead.  These multiple gifts can add up and I am sure you would rather your friend be in your wedding than get you a set of china.  I know I would!!

We hope these suggestions have helped!

If you know of more ways brides can help ease the bridesmaid budget, please let us know!

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