Finding bridesmaid dresses that suit everyone in your wedding party is by no means an easy task. The chicest options have romantic flourishes without screaming maid-of-honour; try something with a gentle ruffle or an understated bow in lieu of anything too in-your-face. It’s a good idea to look for a brand like The Own Studio, which offers a variety of dress styles in the same colour palette – in the end, everyone should feel their best going down the aisle, and not everybody will be keen to wear a strapless gown or waist-cinching number.
The internet is your friend, here: order multiple styles (in various sizes) and host trying-on parties. Not only is it much more fun, but it will give you the chance to discuss if anything needs tailoring – often a simple hemline adjustment is all that’s required to bring everything together.
If you’re hesitant to spend money on anything that people will only wear once, Halfpenny London recently launched a partnership with By Rotation, with a selection of bridesmaids dresses available to rent for as little as £5 a day. Another good alternative? Choosing beautiful dresses that your tribe will be wearing for years to come at all manner of events. Brands such as Rixo, Rat & Boa, and Raey are perfect – especially if your bridal party is small and a one-style-fits-all approach is feasible. Shop Vogue’s edit of the best bridesmaid dresses to flatter all, here.
Best for coordinating a large group
Halfpenny London Klass Jumpsuit
Halfpenny London Millington Top and Ingle Skirt
The Own Studio Green Halter Midi Dress
The Own Studio Pink Halter Dress
Pink Sarah Tie Detail Dress
Nola London Gigi Maxi Dress
Best affordable dresses that are sure to captivate
Cut-out Back Striped Dress
Galvan Off-the Shoulder Cutout Jumpsuit
Gio Floral-Print Silk-Chiffon Dress
Cheryl Floral-Print Ruffled Dress
Best for a glorious summer wedding
Tove Tabitha Recycled Moire Midi Dress
Tove Juliane Gathered Organic Cotton-Poplin Midi Dress
Sir Alexandre Floral Linen Dress
Diana Ruched One-Shoulder dress
Black Sweetheart Halterneck Dress
Bordeaux Green Silk Dress
Best standout non-traditional looks (with versatility and rewear in mind)
Self-Portrait Rhinestone-Embellished Jersey Dress
Self-Portrait Off-The-Shoulder Taffeta Dress
Multi-Seam Twist-Strap Dress
Halterneck Wraparound Dress
Lillee Open-Back Maxi Dress
Tropic Fauna Fitted Dress
Halle-B Crystal-Embellished Stretch-Crepe Dress
Jen Dipped-Hem Satin Dress
Best unapologetically romantic dressesÂ
Birgit Gathered Taffeta Dress
Bernadette Nathalie Off-Shoulder Gown
Iris Bloom Ballerina Dress
The Vampire’s Wife Ruffled Metallic Dress
The Vampire’s Wife Floral-Print Dress
Piccolo Ubud Feather-Trimmed Dress
