How to Buy a Ribbon For a Bridesmaid Dress

Bridesmaids no longer have to wear ugly dresses that they'll never wear again after the wedding. Today's dresses are often chic and stylish. You can accessorize your bridesmaid's dress to make it even more attractive with jewelry, flowers and ribbons.

Things You'll Need

• Bridesmaid dress
• Ribbon

Instructions

Buy a Ribbon For a Bridesmaid Dress

1. Consider the color of your bridesmaid dress. This is the biggest determining factor in choosing a ribbon color.

2. Think about how you'll use the ribbon on the dress.

3. Shop at fabric stores, craft stores and any stores that carry material, fabric and sewing items.

4. Select a ribbon. The ribbon can either match the bridesmaid dress in color or can accent the dress. Just make sure the colors coordinate nicely.

5. Affix the ribbon to the dress.

6. Tie the ribbon in a flattering way and arrange it in your hair if it's going to be part of your hairstyle.

Tips & Warnings

• Make sure that all bridesmaids choose the same ribbon and that this has the bride's approval. The ribbon you choose should fit into the wedding's color scheme.