Convertible Bridesmaid Dresses

There are so many options when it comes to outfitting your best gals for the big day. Some of my favorite bridesmaid dresses are the ever-so-versatile and ever-so-chic, convertible dresses. The convertible dress is designed to be wrapped in many different ways creating multiple styles to flatter all sizes and body types. These dresses are the perfect choice if you want your 'maids to look cohesive but still be able to show off a bit of personality. Your besties will be thrilled to personalize their dress the day of the wedding.

Wondering what designers and brands offer chic convertible dresses perfect for your bridal party?  Here's the scoop... 

Jenny Yoo. This famous designer carries 2 varieties of convertible bridesmaid dresses, Anabelle and Aidan. Annabelle (seen bellow) is a wispy strapless gown designed with ethereal tulle overlays and long panels that can be artfully wrapped and tied over the bodice to create more than 15 elegant looks. {BUY THEM HERE} (Photography + via This Modern Romance)

The Aidan by Jenny Yoo features a twisted strapless bodice with a soft sweetheart neckline that would flatter any girl, an A-line floor length skirt perfect for any elegant and stylish soiree, and also features two convertible panels on the skirt that can create SIXTEEN alternate necklines and skirt details and it’s available in 18 colours!
{BUY THEM HERE}

Twobirds. Inspired by Norma Kamali’s 1970’s ‘infinity’ dress, the twobirds design can be wrapped in over 15 unique styles to flatter all shapes and sizes. They are available in 21 colours, four lengths and two sizes - size A fits 2 to 14 and size B fits 14 to 24. {BUY THEM HERE} (images via Rock My Wedding and WedLuxe)

Dessy. Change the wrap to change the look is the motto of Dessy's famous Twist Wrap Dress, aka convertible dress. It is available in cocktail length and full length and 25 of the hottest colors of the season. {BUY IT HERE} (Styled images photographed by Erich McVey Photography via The Wedding Chicks)

Goddess by Nature. Made from a stretchy, slinky jersey material with a slight sheen, the Goddess by Nature Multi-Wear Dress, which can be worn in over THIRTY ways and available in FORTY colours is the perfect convertible dress for your bridesmaids. Your girlfriends will have a field day over this gorgeous dress!

Henkaa. One Dress, two sizes, three lengths. They are available in 24 colors. {www.henkaa.com} (images via Wedding Party Blog)

SHOPPING GUIDE

If you are looking for a wedding look for your bridesmaids but the convertible dress is not for you, then check out these articles filled with helpful tips and bridesmaid outfits inspiration:

• {Wedding Trends}: Bridesmaids in Skirts
• The Secrets of Successful Mismatched Bridesmaids : Part 1 and Part 2

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{Wedding Trends} : Floral Bridesmaid Dresses

Let’s get down to business ladies, we definitely know a thing or two about perfecting the bridesmaid dress and we also know that it is not always the easiest task on your list of bridal duties. So take a deep breath and smell the roses… Floral prints are always, always a staple for spring weddings and we do mean always, but there really is no better time to take advantage of this super hot wedding trend, than in spring. So, today we bring you fabulous floral print bridesmaid inspiration complete with a shopping guide, but we must warn you... These are not just your typical floral prints, they are wildly gorgeous and best of all, your best gal pals will love them. The really cool thing about florals is the versatility. Yes, loves versatility is a girl’s best friend. A floral print bridesmaid dress can shine the spotlight on your bestie aka maid of honor or you can definitely let all your bridesmaids bloom in stunning floral print. And, don’t forget, florals match with virtually any color palette that you choose. Mixing & matching is what it’s all about! Have fun!! (above image via SheFinds) 

All bridesmaids in Floral Print 
BELOW IMAGE CREDITS {Photographer: Ryan Ray Photography // via SMP}

BELOW IMAGE CREDITS {Photographer: Stewart Leishman Photography // via SMP}

BELOW IMAGES CREDITS {Photographer: Bek Grace // via Ruffled}

BELOW IMAGE CREDITS {Photographer + via Gema Clarke}

BELOW IMAGE CREDITS {Photographer: Jose Villa //  via Magnolia Rouge}

Maid of Honor in Floral Print
BELOW IMAGE CREDITS {Photographer: Lexia Frank Photography // via SMP}

BELOW IMAGE CREDITS {Photographer: Matt and Jentry // via On the Go Bride}

BELOW IMAGE CREDITS {Photographer: Angela Higgins // via Polka Dot Bride}

BELOW IMAGE CREDITS {Photographer: Velvetine Photography // via SMP}

After exhaustive searching we put together an uber stylish shopping guide fr those of you spring and summer brides who want to adopt this fabulous trend.

Your Floral Bridesmaid Dresses Shopping Guide

Fabulous Mismatched Bridesmaids Looks with Weddington Way + Free Dress Giveaway!

As you may recall loves, one of the most popular posts we have ever published was The Secrets of Successful Mismatched Bridesmaids and rightfully so, as mismatched bridesmaid dresses have become the ultimate go to style for weddings as it’s fun, easy, and totally re-wearable! But, today our friends at Weddington Way are revamping our perspective on mismatched bridesmaid gowns with totally new ideas and dresses to choose from with their very own new collection! And to celebrate they are giving a way a FREE bridesmaid dress! (more details at the bottom of this post)

Look 1 - Same Color, Different Style 

Finding the same style that flatters all body types can be a challenge, opting for the same color, but different style will give the bridesmaids a cohesive look while displaying their personal style!
GET THE LOOK: Weddington Way has launched their own new bridesmaid's collection with a variety of gorgeous pieces in a range of colors to suit any wedding. Perfect for a mint mismatched rendezvous are a few of our favorites: Grace, Audrey, and Rita Mint to Be shade.

BRIDESMAID DRESSES ~ Designer: Weddington Way - Styles:  Grace, Audrey, Rita - Color: Mint to Be

If you want a more vibrant look, you must see the look this bridal party accomplish shopping at Weddington Way.

Real Wedding: From the bride, Ana: “ Everyone loved these dresses! We ordered them in 3 different styles, all very flattering to my lovely friends' beautiful figures. The deep plum color was beautiful, and the fabric had a nice sheen. My girlfriends all loved these dresses and have had several opportunities to wear them again!”

GET THE LOOK: If you love this look, you can definitely find it at Weddington Way with Styles D462, D439, & D438 by Alfred Sung in color Paradise.

REAL WEDDING ~  Photographer: Fass Studio Photography. BRIDESMAID DRESSES ~ Designer: Alfred Sung - Styles: D462, D439, D438 - Color: Paradise

Look 2 - Free Style

As women, we know we were not all made equal; therefore your bridesmaids may not always feel and look fabulous in the same dress, so give them the creative freedom to choose the style that suits their sense of style best, while giving them a little guidance on the color palette and theme of your wedding. They will look and feel gorgeous and they will love you for it!

Real Wedding: Christina wanted each of her bridesmaids to feel like themselves, so with a blush and neutral color palette in mind, she gave them free reign to pick a dress of their choosing, and they all came together perfectly. Tying in the colors of the cherry blossom trees on the grounds, their gorgeous peony filled bouquets played perfectly off of their dresses. 

GET THE LOOK: Weddington Way provides a variety of gorgeous designer gowns in a range of colors to suit your wedding. Perfect for a free style mismatched look, this bride and her bridesmaids chose the following numbers: ‘Laura’ by Donna Morgan in Peach Fuzz, Style 184 by WTOO in Buff, and Style 6620 by After Six in Oyster.

REAL WEDDING ~ Photographer: jen + ashley photography via Fab You Bliss. BRIDESMAID DRESSES ~ Designer: Donna Morgan - Style 'Laura' - Color Peach Fuzz // Designer: WTOO - Style: 184 - Color: Buff // Designer: After Six - Style 6620 - Color: Oyster

Look 4 - Different Colors, Similar Styles

If you’re loving more than one style for your bridesmaids have no fear, use them all! You can choose one style with two or three different variations and colors and let your bridesmaids determine what fits them best.

GET THE LOOK: Weddington Way can definitely help guide you in the right direction when it comes to similar styles in a variation of colors. To get the look opt for ‘Hallie,’ ‘Morgan,’ and ‘Tara’ by Donna Morgan in Spearmint, Petal, and After Glow.

Photographer: Trent Bailey Photography. BRIDESMAID DRESSES: Designer: Donna Morgan Style: Hallie - Color: Spearmint, Style : Morgan - Color: Petal, Style: Tara - Color : After Glow

For a more vibrant twist on same color, similar styles opt for  fun & vibrant hues like ‘Rhea’ in Honeysuckle, ‘Morgan’ in Petal, and ‘Jackie’ in Peach Fuzz by Donna Morgan. Perfect for spring & summer weddings!

Photographer: Trent Bailey Photography.  BRIDESMAID DRESSES ~ Designer: Donna Morgan Style: Rhea - Color: Honeysuckle, Style : Morgan - Color: Petal, Style: Jackie - Color : Peach Fuzz

Look 9 -  Same Color, Different Style

When it comes to choosing the same color, but different style,  spruce up the look by playing with patterns and textures, like lace, for a cohesive bridesmaid look!

GET THE LOOK: To get the look, opt for styles like ‘Camelia,’ ‘Iris,’ and ‘Posey’ in Navy by Watters for a gorgeous lace look.

BRIDESMAID DRESSES ~ Designer: Watters - Styles: Camelia, Iris, Posey - Color: Navy

In addition, Weddington Way has launched their Private Collection, a new line of dresses inspired by famous silver screen starlets. With cuts made to flatter all body shapes these frocks are perfect for the mismatched look. And our friends at Weddington Way are so excited about this new collection that they’re giving away a FREE dress!
To enter, simply click here and/or on the picture below and join Weddington Way before 3/31/14.

Good Luck!

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Bridesmaid Photo Fun : For Those "Always a Bridesmaid" Memories

Gathering your bridesmaids for some classic bridal party portraits is a-must. But after helping you crafting wedding favors and putting up with you talking non-stop about wedding plans over brunch, we think your girls and you deserve some fun together. Spice up those "Always a Bridesmaid" memories with these creative and fun photo shoot ideas. {Below Image Credits ~ Photographer: Brumley and Wells // via SMP}

Getting ready fun {Below Image Credits ~ Photographer: il mare photography // via EmmalineBride}

The fairest of them all. One of the best parts of being a bridesmaid is watching a woman you love—your friend, sister, coworker, cousin—transform into her most beautiful self as The Bride. {Below Image Credits ~ I don't have any information about the vendors involve in this wedding. If you know who took this picture please let me know so I can credit it appropriately}

The bridesmaids first look. One of the best parts of being a bridesmaid is watching a woman you love—your friend, sister, coworker, cousin—transform into her most beautiful self as The Bride. {Below Image Credits ~ Photographer:  Brita Photo // via Moment Junkie}

Let's pray. This moving, pre-ceremony prayer is a reminder of what the day is truly about. With the women's open palms, you can almost feel the joy and well wishes they're passing on to the bride, here. {Below Image Credits ~ Photographer:  Anthem Photography // via SMP}

Do you heart this girls? {Below Image Credits ~ Photographer:  Vue Photography // via Bridal Guide}

Ohh, yes! You girls could be very glamorous... {Below Image Credits ~ Photographer: Pat Dy Photography // Bride’s Dress: Merlene Marcelo // Bridesmaid’s Dresses: Rita Millar //  via Rock n Roll Bride}

Where did you get those shoes? {Below Image Credits ~ Photographer: Judy Pak Photography // Wedding Dress: Oscar de la Renta // Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Ivy & Aster //  via SMP}

Sassy second -look debut {Below Image Credits ~ Photographer: Michelle Able Photography  //  via this Coastal Glam Wedding}

This is your team... your bridal party {Below Image Credits ~ Photographer: Sweet Little Photographs // via Ruffle Blog}

Girls just wanna have fun. {Below Image Credits ~ Photographer + via Barnet Photography}

Where did you meet the bride? {Below Image Credits ~ Photographer Katy Hall Photography // Bridesmaid Dresses: Alfred Sung // via Story Board Wedding}