Stylish Wedding Party Looks for a Fashionable Big Day
The only rule when assembling your wedding party is there are no rules—the most important thing is that your favorite people are by your side while you plan your wedding. To show your appreciation, you can give them a bridesmaid gift or groomsmen gift when you ask them to join your wedding party, or you can wait until the wedding day.
Once the “who” has been decided, you can start thinking wedding party outfits.
Groomsman Suiting and Accessories
The best groomsmen outfits either match or complement the groom since they’ll be photographed together. The fabrics, colors, and formality will all depend on your wedding theme and venue.
Spring/summer, daytime, or outdoor weddings: Linen and khaki suits keep things polished yet casual. Your guys will also appreciate the breathable fabric when they’re posing for photos and tearing it up on the dance floor.
Winter/fall or evening weddings: A dark suit is a classic for a reason. Gray, black, or navy look great on everyone and offer plenty of options in terms of accessorizing.
Black-tie weddings: The name says it all—this event calls for a tux. Even though the wedding is formal, the look needn’t be stuffy or even strictly traditional. Options abound for ties (bow tie or skinny), vests (vest or no vest), suspenders, and more add-ons that allow you to play with the look.
To show off your groomsmen’s personalities or tie the look back to your wedding colors, your groomsmen can pair their suits with unexpected socks, ties, pocket squares, or lapel pins.
If you’re in search of something more bespoke, Bloomingdale’s alterations and Made to Measure tailoring services can craft just the right piece.
Bridesmaid Dresses
When it comes to your bridesmaids, offering a few different dress silhouettes will ensure they’ll be comfortable in what you choose. The old rule of identical dresses is no longer a must, so you can either create a color palette or choose a silhouette as a guideline. Also, you always have the option of adding a unifying accessory to tie everyone together—think jewelry, shoes, or even flower crowns. To help the maid of honor stand out, you can give her a complementary color to wear, a different bouquet, or sparkling hair accessories.
Mismatched bridesmaid dresses give your bridal party a modern, more fashion-forward look, but it does take a bit of planning. If you’re not sure how the dresses will look together, copy and paste images of them next to each other on your computer—you can even include your wedding dress or the rest of the wedding party to see the big picture.
Spring/summer, daytime, or outdoor weddings: Opt for light and breezy colors in any length you choose. Shorter dresses are seasonally appropriate, but a longer maxi dress with boho vibes adds just the right amount of casual elegance.
Winter/fall or evening weddings: Darker jewel tones are best for the cooler seasons. If you’re expecting cold weather, give your girls matching wraps or light jackets so they can stay comfortable.
Black-tie weddings: This type of event calls for floor-length gowns in a luxe fabric. Chic clutches are the perfect plus-one—and also make a great bridesmaid gift.
Shop our selection of bridesmaid dresses to find looks for all your ladies. Our personal stylists are also on hand to help you every step of the way.
Dresses for Mom
For mother of the bride or mother of the groom dresses, they can take their cues from the wedding party. Whether it’s with a complementary color or something that matches the wedding theme, it’s important that Mom stands out in a way that makes her feel special.
Communicating with the couple is key so Mom’s dress fits into the overall vision of the wedding. Browse mother of the bride dresses here and see which styles speak to you and your mom.
Ring Bearers
Ring bearers can follow the lead of the groomsmen when it comes to dressing. To keep kids happy, opt for clothing that’s more comfortable, especially for a warm-temperature wedding. A dress shirt with slacks and suspenders or a bow tie and dress shirt are often all that’s needed.
Likewise, choose comfortable footwear for the ring bearer so that he can walk down the aisle with ease. See our selection of ring bearer clothing to choose what will work best for your wedding.
Flower Girls
Flower girls can dress in a style or palette that complements either the bride or wedding party. As with the ring bearer, choose a dress she can move in, and also keep size in mind—kids grow fast, so don’t buy too far in advance.
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