When your bridesmaids are all over the country, or even the world, getting them to coordinate their dresses can be a nightmare. You may be tempted to just tell them “just wear something pink!” but be prepared for disastrous results. Always remember that the number #1 thing ladies want in a bridesmaid dress is that it is something they can wear again, and #2 is something they look good in! Your girls are not there to look frumpy, and ergo make YOU look better. Give them a chance to shine as well – some of them may rarely have the opportunity to dress up and get their hair and makeup done and have a picture taken. Give them a fighting chance with some helpful websites that will pull your bridal party look together.
Brideside.Your friends can find looks and fits that will suit their bodies and confidence levels. You can designate the line and colors, they can shop styles and even get a sample to try on.
This Lela Rose draped dress will help hide a tummy and flatter any size chest. Comes in other shoulder styles.
Love Love Love this website – for any occasion too! You can RENT designer dresses for around $80-100 bucks. Your bridesmaids will thank you for the savings. They throw in an extra size just in case the size you order doesn’t fit – and for extra assurance you can rent dresses long before your wedding to try out – and STILL spend less money than buying. Many styles of dresses in the same color are available.
If you can catch the right sale at the right moment, this is where to snatch designer dresses at dirt cheap markdowns. They feature great lines like Vivienne Tam, Michael Kors, Burberry and Chinese Laundry. So also a great place to grab accessories and shoes. The sales only last about 2 days, so you have to check often and buy right away – items go fast. It can take about 3 weeks before they ship so order with lots of lead time.
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