eHow launches Android app: Get the best of eHow on the go.

How To

How to Choose a Color for Your Bridesmaid Dresses

Contributor
By NaomiRG
eHow Contributing Writer
(2 Ratings)
Red Bridesmaid Dresses
Red Bridesmaid Dresses
Sherry Main, Wikipedia Commons

With a rainbow of possibilities, what color should you choose for your bridesmaid gowns? Here's how to pick a color that's right for both you and your bridesmaids.

From Quick Guide: Guide to Spring Dresses
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions
  1. Step 1

    Make sure you pick a color you like. After all, you'll probably be using that color for the flowers and other weddings accessories. And you'll be looking at your wedding pictures for a lifetime, so make sure that color doesn't cause you to wince.

  2. Step 2

    Consider the season. Pastels and lighter colors general are more appropriate for a spring or summer wedding, while darker colors generally are better for fall and winter. Yes, you can break the rules a bit, but keep these traditions in mind.

  3. Step 3

    Consider the time of day. Lighter colored dresses generally work better for daytime weddings, while darker colors (especially black) tend to work better in the evening.

  4. Step 4

    Consider the formality level of the wedding. Pastel pink might work better for a more casual wedding, and black might work better at a more elegant one.

  5. Step 5

    Get feedback from your bridesmaids. Ask them what colors they like and look best wearing. Yes, you have the final say, but take their opinions into consideration.

  6. Step 6

    Choose colors that look good on your bridesmaids. Bright purple may not be flattering on heavier women. Dark orange may wash out women with pale complexions.

Subscribe

Post a Comment

Post a Comment

Related Ads

  • Have you done this? Click here to let us know.
I Did This
Get Free Weddings Newsletters

Copyright © 1999-2009 eHow, Inc. Use of this web site constitutes acceptance of the eHow Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.   en-US Portions of this page are modifications based on work created and shared by Google and used according to terms described in the Creative Commons 3.0 Attribution License.

Demand Media
eHow_eHow Parties and Entertaining