Southern girl Bridget Brown started her San Francisco company, Bella Bridesmaid, to help women find stylish bridesmaid dresses. We've asked her to give us some of her best shopping tips!
TOP THREE BRIDESMAID DRESS SHOPPING TIPS:
1. Leave the entourage at home: At your first appointment, bring only a few key, trusted maids to avoid opinion overload. Often times, too many contradicting opinions can lead to frustration, and you may leave without making a decision. Then, narrow down the styles to include cuts and colors that will work on everyone.
2. Remember your manners: Bridesmaids, you've said "yes" to be in the wedding party and by doing so, you've agreed to do whatever is needed -- including wearing a dress you may not be crazy about -- with smile on your face. If bridesmaids' budgets are an issue, brides should consider chipping in on the gals' dresses as your gift to them. I can assure you that a contribution toward the dress is much more appreciated than a vase or picture frame!
3. Keep an open mind on styles: It's a celebration, so it's a great opportunity to wear a fun style that you may not normally gravitate towards. Think outside the box, and try on a few new trends.
From: Kim | 6/3/11 at 5:25 pm
What is your advice for pregnant bridesmaids?
From: Bridget Brown | 6/4/11 at 3:55 pm
Hi Kim! There's so many amazing (and chic) options for expectant moms these days. A few of my favorites are the versatile (and comfortable) Two Birds dress:
http://www.twobirdsbridesmaid.com and the "Poppy" dress by Simple Silhouettes:
http://simpledress.com/ss/dresses/view/20/41
From: Miss Pup | 6/6/11 at 11:03 pm
Generally good advice, but I wonder what Talley Sue would say about suggestion #2? Brides should feel free to help defray exorbitant bridesmaids dress costs, but as something separate from the gift they give their hard-working bridesmaids. Giving a gift that essentially serves you, the Bride (by ensuring that "your look" is achieved) isn't really a gift at all.
From: Brigit brown | Johannashope | 8/26/11 at 5:57 am
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