The Same, But Different. Why You Should Consider Mixing Your Bridesmaid Dresses.

I’m a huge fan of bridesmaid dresses that are not matched, it' can be done in a more subtle way, or a little more noticeable, or, go wild and tell your bridesmaids to pick whatever they want.

Here are a few options for you.

1- Same Color, Different Dress. If you don’t want to go too wild, but would like a little more variety than matchy matchy, this is a great option for you. This way your bridesmaids can choose something flattering for their own body types, but will still be very consistent.

My favorite example of this is from Sarah and Andreas’s wedding at White Point Beach Resort. Sarah chose long, flowy dresses in the same color, but the different tops just added a little something extra. Even Sarah’s flower girl got in on the action with a similar, flowy soft blue dress. Choosing this level of “differentness” is great, if you have a large wedding party so it’s not so overwhelming, or, if your flowers are quite busy for the same reason.

Photos by Nicole Lapierre Photography.

2- Different Dresses, Same Color Family. If your wedding flowers color is white, or at least all the same tones of a color, this might be a great option for you! It helps your look all be cohesive, while being different enough to add visual interest.

Mandy and Stephen are the PERFECT example of this, her flowers were very simple, it was only hydrangea! Hydrangea and lots of eucalyptus, in all different varieties. It lead to a fluffy delight of summer goodness. Mandy’s bridesmaids were all in neutral tones, but different dresses, and the end look was fantastic.

Photos: Sinead Dubeau Photography Venue: Best Western, Chocolate Lake Hotel

It’s too hard to pick one, I’ve had so many fantastic versions of this similar but different dresses and tones look, I had to share another. This is from Teya and Joel’s day, at Oceanstone Resort. All on the silvery blue line, but still quite unique, and they were a perfect backdrop to the burgundy/white/navy florals.

Photo by Jessie Wells Photography

3- Different Dresses, Different Styles, All in Your Color Palate. The most wild version of this is to go all different. Let your bridesmaids pick their own dresses, in whatever style they like, and whatever color is flattering, from within your color palate. It’s so much more interesting to look at, and, you can always add matching accessories, along with their flowers to tie it all together.

Matt and Leanne’s color palate had some strong colors (yay for color!), and her bridesmaids had the whole palate, from deep burgundy, neutrals, mauve, and golds. So beautiful! The flowers were a perfect match, and ties it all together, so not a single dress looks out of place.

Photos by Aimee De LeLande Photography

If you have not considered having un matched bridesmaid dresses, I hope I’ve made you consider the possibility of switching it up!