Creative and Fun Wedding Ideas Made Simple Creative and Fun Wedding Ideas Made Simple
Bridesmaids’ dresses do far more than just provide a pretty backdrop for the radiant bride. But you have to admit, when the lovely ladies are all dolled up in their wedding day finery, they do help set the mood of the occasion—classic or trendy, playful or formal, sassy or sweet , frilly or sleek. So come and join the fun surveying some of the trends we’re loving for bridesmaids’ dresses this 2014. One of these looks may just be the ‘bridal backup’ you’ve been looking for!
Trend Watch for Bridesmaids
What’s so thrilling about today’s popular ideas for bridesmaid attire is the sheer variety out there. And the fact that fun seems just as important as fashion!
Proof indeed are these short and chic two-toned dresses in bands of black and white (1) and sparkly, sequined numbers (2) perfect for a holiday wedding or a glitzy champagne or Hollywood theme. For outdoor affairs, we’re totally smitten with floral-print summer frocks (3) paired with colorful sun hats, as well as short striped styles (4) that would look great on the beach or for a nautical setting. Mismatched styles in multiple colors (5) create a definite happy vibe—especially with fascinators, pinwheels and balloons as accessories! And, denim jackets (6) over hot pink dresses? Why not, if you’re going Western or country for your wedding theme? Lastly, flirty little skirts in geometric prints (7) can show off pretty legs!
More Gorgeous Trends We Spotted
Think demure with a vintage flair with these all-lace dresses in pastel colors (8) that have a romantic peek-a-boo back. Strapless dresses—whether floor-length in elegant taupe (9) or knee-length in snappy navy (10)—remain classic favorites. Finally, asymmetrical styles, like these flattering one-shouldered gowns (11), lend a sophisticated air.
Image credits: 1 – Style Me Pretty (photography by Josh Gruetzmacher) / 2 – Green Wedding Shoes (photography by Brooke Boling Photography) / 3 – Inspired By This (photography by KT Merry) / 4 – Southern Weddings (photography by Brooke Images) / 5 – Bridal Guide (photo courtesy of Whicdn.com) / 6 – Heart Love Weddings (photography by Katelyn James Photography) / 7 – Style Me Pretty (photography by Jake McBride for Christian Oth) 8 – Glamour and Grace (photography by Amy and Jordan Photography) / 9 – Watters / 10 – The Knot (Mike Topham Photography) / 11 – Jet Fete Blog (photography by Hoffman Photographer)