Most important: the bride's sisters and sisters-in-law and then the groom's sisters and then friends. If one of your bridesmaids is not in a good financial situation and can't afford all of the associated expenses, consider paying for it yourself or pitching in. If you don't have enough bridesmaids slots for everyone, other friends could be hostesses in your wedding.
Nicole Lindsey writes about fashion, jewelry and weddings for Switzerland Jewelry and gifts.
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Finding a bridesmaid dress for that will look good on all of your friends can be a real dilemma, especially if your friends range from size 2 up to plus size. The articles in this page offer tips on bridesmaid dress styles and sizes, bridesmaid jewelry and even on ways to choose a bridesmaid.
Find a Flattering Plus Size Bridesmaid Dress
Alfred Angelo Unveils Knit Bridesmaid Dresses
One of the biggest challenges is finding a bridesmaid dress that flatters everyone's figure. Safer bets are empire waists (under the bustline) and A-line dresses. Another option is to let the bridesmaids choose different styles in the same color. Of course, choose dresses that are not to much more than $100.
Bridesmaid dress colors for spring and summer: pastels
Fall gold, copper, rusty reds
Winter rich deep colors Try mixing silver with black cherry, burgundy, navy blue, or emerald green.
Coordinate your bridesmaid dresses with your floral color scheme.
Dresses that contrast black and white can be very elegant for any time of year..
Keep Bridesmaid accessories light. Some options are simple, but elegant earrings, a brooch or necklace, shawls, gloves and small tiaras.
Don't make your bridesmaid's wear really high heels. Ouch!
Don't want to stick your bridesmaids with a dress that they'll just have to donate to Goodwill? Alfred Angelo came out with Knit bridesmaid's dresses, that can be worn for a lot of other occoations after the wedding. They are great for destination weddings since they don't wrinkle. Angelo says the dress is very flatterng and it comes in
sizes from 2 to 28W. www.alfredangeloatores.com.
To choose a plus size Bridesmaid dress, don’t try to hide figure flaws.
Don't choose a dress with bows, ruffles, and extra fabric. A simple tailored bridesmaid is the most slimming bridesmaid dress design Instead of trying to hide a waistline, show off your shoulders..
A flattering style is the A-line bridesmaid dress that is fitted at the top and the waist and flares out. If you want to go sleeveless, you could try a bridesmaid dress with a bolero jacket. Having sheer sleeves and back can also be really beautiful.
As for color, dark colors, such as marron, navy blue, dark purple, or forest green are more slimming. For contrast, you can try some lighter contrasting fabric at the neckline.
