While the definition of what constitutes a “bridesmaid dress” has certainly expanded in recent years (begone matchy-matchy frocks), the process of finding said dresses hasn’t got any easier. If anything, this newfound freedom has opened up more options for us to choose from.
“Just get anything in blue”, the bride might say – well, Net-a-Porter alone comes up with 1,757 results, and that’s a whole lot of scrolling. This is where we come in. Naturally, every wedding will have its own sartorial guidelines, and every bridesmaid their own preferences, but we say try not to restrict yourself in your search for the perfect look.
Experiment with a summery slip dress in an autumnal shade of rust red or forest green, or why not try glamorous sequins for weddings held later in the season? Of course, if the weather warrants it, you may want to opt for sleeves, and we currently have our eye on & Other Stories’s chocolate brown midi, which features a bias cut and dramatic open back. For more generous budgets, The Vampire’s Wife is a safe bet for those looking for sleeved silhouettes – the Duchess of Cambridge-approved Falconetti green lamé midi is a real showstopper.
Ready? Scroll down to see and shop our definitive edit of autumn bridesmaid dresses.
Olivia + Alice Harmony Draped Sequined Tulle Gown
A.L.C Blakely Cutout Satin Midi Dress
Mango Printed Draped Dress
& Other Stories Open Back Midi Dress
& Other Stories Metallic Silk Blend Maxi Dress
Solace Nadina Purple One-Shoulder Gown
Galvan Sienna Satin Maxi Dress
Galvan Persephone One-Shoulder Midi Dress
Khaite Bridal Robyn Cotton Twill Gown
Stella McCartney Asymmetric Draped Satin-Crepe Midi Dress
Solace London Rennie Pink and Black One-Shoulder Gown
The Vampire’s Wife Green Lamé Midi Dress
Reiss Cape One Shoulder Maxi Dress
