Buying Bridesmaids Dresses

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Bridesmaid Dresses – Some Important Factors To Consider Before Buying

Your bridal gown and the theme and colour scheme of your wedding will determined the colour and design of your bridesmaids dresses.

Bridesmaid dresses should be simple and understated. Your bridesmaids dresses should never upstage the brides dress.

Your bridesmaid should be able to wear their dresses again, especially if you are asking them to pay for the dress.

Once you have chosen a theme, let your bridesmaids choose something that works best for them. This could be the colour, a fabric, or a style of dress.

If your colour scheme for the wedding is blue, you can let your bridesmaid choose the shape of the dress that suits her once you have chosen the fabric. The bride can give the bridesmaid directions for the style of their dresses, like full length strapless etc.

You can also purchase the accessories for the bridesmaid dresses, and allow your bridesmaids to choose the dress, for example, a short black dress. This ensures that your bridesmaids will actually wear their dresses again!

If you insist on choosing a specific dress and accessories for your bridesmaids, you should offer to pay for their dresses.

The problem with a lot of bridesmaid dresses is that they do not suit all the bridesmaids in the party. You do not want to have your best friend or your sister in a dress shape they would never be seen or be comfortable in otherwise.

Knowing that your bridesmaids are happy in what they are wearing will lead to a happy bridal party, even if your bridesmaid’s dresses are not the same style for all your bridesmaids.

Consider subtle differences in design to suit their personal preferences and body types. Contemporary colour schemes includes vivid brights, playful pastels and soft, muted tones.

The colours of your bridesmaid’s dresses should complement the wedding attire. The bridesmaids are going to be with you throughout the wedding and complimentary colors will look beautiful.

  • The general rule is that the dresses for the bridesmaids will be bought in the same colour and style. But this is not needed. You can add dash of colors to your wedding by choosing different colours of bridesmaid dresses.
  • Colourful bridesmaids are best suited for casual weddings. With causal informal weddings, you do not have to follow the norm, which allows you to buy different bridesmaids dresses to brighten up your wedding venue.

To help you select dress styles that are currently in fashion you can refer to magazines and papers. Women of all ages will love sleek designs and you can be sure your bridesmaids will be more cheerful if you purchase proper fitting dresses.

The age of the bridesmaids is an important factor for choosing bridesmaid dress. A strapless sexy gown should not be considered for middle aged bridesmaids. Junior bridesmaids should also be presented with a style of dress that fits their age.

If the bridesmaids are located in your city then you can take one or two of them with you while you are purchasing dresses for bridesmaids. You can get their advice on the dresses you choose for them and brings you closer to them.

  • This will greatly help you in choosing the perfect dresses for your bridesmaids.

Whatever may be the location of bridesmaids, let them try out or get their input on the dress you intended to buy for them. This will act as a guide for you to buy the perfect style and size for each of your bridesmaids.

When they are located elsewhere, ask them to send the photographs of the dress you choose to check if the dress suits them. This is a must to avoid complaints after you buy the dress.

There are many styles, colours, lengths, cuts and options. Getting your bridesmaids flattering attire will add cheer to your wedding, adding to the fun during your wedding. Enjoy each other’s company and make memories.

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Cocktail Dressses

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Cocktail Dresses are fun and should be used more often, here is a guide to help you choose the perfect cocktail dress for the perfect event.

Generally Cocktail Dresses are worn at cocktail parties and known for their short length. In many cases the cocktail dress is also referred to as a “cocktail gown”.

Cocktail dresses are usually worn to either semi-formal proms or other formal occasions but not limited to only those two events as they are extremely popular for quite a big number of other functions and formal events.

The most popular cocktail dress is the “little black dress”; Although, it does come in quite a large variety of different colours, sizes, lengths and shapes.

When you have to choose a cocktail dress, you should acquaint yourself with the many lengths that the cocktail dress is available in. Which length you order your cocktail dress in will directly depend on quite a number of contributing factors.

First and foremost the type of event or function you’re attending. Secondly, what you already own and then thirdly the current trends within your local fashion industry should also be taken into consideration. Always feel free to contact Weddings By Theresa should you require some advice on this as we can always assist you with what the current trends are.

Some of the different lengths include styles like the “Tea Length” cocktail dress which ends around two inches above the ankle. Then there are some of the other cocktail dresses that end just above the knees. It is hard to tell the difference between an evening gown and a “Ballerina Length” cocktail dress which touches the ankle as the two are mostly associated with one another.

The beauty about the cocktail dress is that it comes in a vast variety of different materials and a huge selection of different colours. People are extremely fond of the satin, chiffon and silk which offers a wide variety in different choice and personal preference as well and caters to everyone’s taste and requirements. The type of material you choose generally sends a message.

The two most preferred choices will definitely have to be silks and satin.

Can you accessorize cocktail dresses in South Africa?

You can accessorize your cocktail dress with matching jewelry, purses or other accessories.

The shoes you select to wear with the cocktail dress should complement the dress. This is more important if you are wearing a shorter length cocktail dress as the shoes become the focal point.

Some General Tips:

  • The type of season play a 95% role in choosing the right colour of your cocktail dress. When you are buying for the summer season then light prints, sky blue, yellow, floral prints, pale green as well as other pastels will always look extremely good. For autumn and winter always stick to black, gray, crimson, dark blue and dark brown type of coulours.
  • The first thing that jumps to mind when you get invited to an event is what to wear and although it can be hard to decide sometimes, you should always see it as a fun exercise as with these type of dresses there is always a huge selection to choose from.
  • You are concerned with either being overdressed or perhaps under-dressed. But don’t stress ladies because there are always ways to decide what is best to wear based on the way the invitation was sent, other clues can also be gathered from what the invitation explains about how to dress.
  • You know it is going to be a formal event or dress code when the invitation arrives in the mail. If the invitation you received was via phone call or email, chances are that the dress code will be less formal.
  • The phrases “casual dress”, “semi-formal attire”, or “formal-wear required” will help you in choosing your cocktail dress for the event. If you are still unsure, you can always call to confirm what the dress attire for the event will be.
  • The type of event will also help you decide whether you should be dressed more formally or perhaps more casually. If you are attending a charity event, the chances are that more formal wear is a must. In the event of a wedding or an anniversary party, chances are that you will require a more formal sequined gown, which wouldn’t be very appropriate for a cocktail party.
  • Always ensure that you select a cocktail dress that compliments your size and shape. Do not try and squeeze yourself into a dress that is cut too low or too tight.

Then lastly, Remember ladies that In order to look your absolute best, have a blast and a successful evening all at the same time… It is extremely important to not only choose the perfect cocktail dress but also something that you will feel extremely comfortable and confident in!

 

That’s our 101 for choosing cocktail dresses, go out there and have a blast!