How to Choose the Perfect Bridesmaid Dresses

The wedding is one of the most important moments in a woman’s life. She will want the perfect wedding dress and will want her bridesmaids to have perfect dresses as well! However, this can be a challenge because not all bridesmaids are alike. Some styles and colors are flattering on some but completely unflattering on others. Still, by doing a little research, one can find a color and style which flatters everyone.

Color is one of the most important choices to make when looking for bridesmaid dresses. Not every skin color matches every color dress. For example, pink looks better on women with fairer skin, while brunettes look good in red. In addition, one must take into account the season and time of day the wedding is taking place. In general, pastels and lighter colors are more appropriate for a spring or summer wedding while darker colors are generally better for fall and winter. Likewise, lighter colors are better for daytime weddings while darker colors look great for evening weddings. A bride must remember, she can ask her bridesmaids for feedback about what her bridesmaids would like to wear, but in the end it is her decision. It is important for her to pick colors she likes because they will most likely be the color scheme for the entire wedding including flowers and other wedding accessories.

Style is another big decision a bride must make when it comes to bridesmaid dresses. This can be difficult because every bridesmaid is shaped differently and consequently will not look good in every style. It is best to choose a style which is flattering on everyone. Some stylists recommend choosing different cuts for each bridesmaid with the same color for variety. There are some styles that look good on almost everyone, for example, an A-line dress has a form-fitting bodice that flares out from the waistline to a full skirt. This gently flared style is known to flatter most figure types and is a popular choice for formal dresses. It looks great when it comes to plus size dresses. Once the style has been chosen, the fabric must be selected. For summer weddings, especially if they are outdoors, a lightweight fabric like cotton can make everyone more comfortable. For winter weddings, a heavier fabric is usually appropriate. To avoid being too hot or too cold during the ceremony, many people will have their wedding during the spring or fall when the climate is milder.

Some women choose to use certain patterns and accessories for their bridesmaid dresses. For example, a floral or striped pattern can add spice to a regular dress. A simple black waistband can also be very stylish and can make the dresses look more flattering on bridesmaids who are a little more round in the middle. Just remember, it is important not to draw attention away from the bridesmaid and especially the bride with too many accessories.

Choosing the Perfect Prom Dress

Historians believe that the Prom may have existed as early as the late 1800s. The word “prom” is a shortened form of promenade, meaning a march of the guests at the beginning of a ball or other formal event. Middle class parents admired the debutants and their escorts and began to institute formal dances as means of instilling social skills and etiquette in their children. Proms did not become the expensive, elaborate events of today until the 1950s, as Americans enjoyed the luxury of the post-war economy. Prom has come to be a coming-of-age event in a young person’s life. Today’s proms are expensive, all-night affairs, but they can be an important defining moment in a teenager’s high school experience.

While homecoming dresses are somewhat difficult to choose, prom dresses are ten times harder to pick out. There are so many styles and colors out there that it is difficult to choose the perfect dress. There are 7 classic styles of prom dresses.

Empire Cut: This dress has a high waistline and a long, full skirt. The waist line is raised just above the natural waistline below the bust. It creates an illusion of length and camouflages a bottom-heavy figure or thick waist.

Sheath: This is a slim dress which is designed to tightly fit the bosy. It is often made of a very light and thin material like cotton or silk. The length typically falls around the knees or lower thighs. It works best on slim, tall figures.

A-line: This dress has a form-fitting bodice that flares out from the waistline to a full skirt. The gently flared style flatters most figure types and is especially useful for disguising large hips and thighs.

Tea-Length: This gown is hemmed to end just at the shin. It describes several dresses of varying styles but has an ideal length for tall, leggy figures with nice calves.

High-Low Gown: This gown is hemmed long in the back and just above the knees in the front. This is a trendy, new style that creates a unique and sexy prom dress appearance. It is perfect for showing off long legs and an hourglass figure.

Bouffant Gown: This dress is characterized by a sheer, puffed-out skirt. The skirt of this type of gown is often made from stiffened rayon or silk. The flared skirt is perfect for disguising a bottom-heavy figure.

Ball Gown: This gown is characterized by a very full skirt that begins at the natural waist and proceeds to floor length. The waist is seamed and may be styled in various shapes and designs. The ball gown style visually cuts the body in half and looks good on most figures but is ideal on average figures.

Most women will buy many party dresses and formal dresses in their lifetimes, but only one prom dress so it is important to get the perfect one!