All the ladies in the place with style + grace! And…different body types, unique style choices, a range of budgets, and individual personalities. There’s a reason mismatched bridesmaid dresses are practically taking over as the norm. We get it! There is hardly a perfect “Sisterhood of the Traveling Dress” that fits all your girls in both shape + style.
It’s helpful for your bridesmaids to choose a dress that fits them in every way and (spoiler!) it’s helpful for you, too. You put the power in their hands while taking the pressure off yourself to find something that everyone will love. At the end of the day, everyone will look + feel their best—and that’s something to celebrate on the dance floor.
How to Pull off Mismatched Bridesmaids
flowers: Shindig Chic photo: Jamie Lee English planner: Details, Darling
So, how do you accomplish a stylishly mismatched lineup and NOT a hodgepodged disaster? The line is THIN, ladies. But here are a few tips to remember when you’re laying out the options for the dresses. You’re well on your way to that Vogue-worthy bridesmaids shot!
1. Use Paint Swatches
A fun and sure-fire way to achieve the colors you’re looking for is to show AND tell. Take a trip to your local hardware store and pick the colors you envision! Then, make it fun and deliver the swatches to your ladies in a cute package when you ask them to join your bride tribe!
2. Give Specific Details
Do you care about the length of the dress? Sometimes keeping a similar length keeps everything cohesive while the dresses can vary on other factors. What about fabric—should they avoid tulle or velvet? Are patterns okay? Give your bridesmaids some ideas of what you do + don’t prefer.
3. Share the Overall Vibe
What is your wedding style? Is it a boho-chic wedding? Black-tie formal? Make sure they know the overall vibe to help inform the final dress decision.
4. Send Examples
Visuals are ALWAYS helpful…which is where we come in! Below we’ve got 20+ examples of how to do mismatched bridesmaid dresses the right way. Find your faves and share them with your girls!
There are four distinct categories for mismatched bridesmaid dresses: monochrome, complementary, patterns, and tonal. Below, we’ve got photo inspiration for each type and our purchasing tips to help you find the ones!
Monochrome Mismatched Bridesmaid Dresses
Boho in White
photo: Lilly Red Creative dresses: Spell from this Byron Bay Boho Wedding
Terracotta Team
photo: Haley Rynn Ringo Photography from this Southwestern-Boho Wedding
Moody Mauve
photo: Lauren Apel Photo dresses: Free People, Show Me Your Mumu from this Moody Wildflower Wedding
Romantic White
flowers: Shindig Chic photo: Chris and Ruth planner: Sweet Emilia Jane
Divine in Dove Grey
photo: Palos Studio planning + design: Harmony Creative Studio flowers: Poppy Hill Flowers bridesmaids dresses: Show Me Your Mumu
Sequin Gold Glam
photo: Magnolia + Ember venue: Union Station Nashville
Babes in Black
photo: Jenny Smith & Co planning: Kea Thien venue: The Ruby Street florals: Walden Floral LA
Best Places to Buy Monochrome Bridesmaids Dresses
ASOS
Start with: Maxi Dress in Sage $103
Reformation
Start with: Winslow Dress $278
Show Me Your Mumu
Start with: Tuscany Maxi Slip Dress $188
Colors that Complement
Desert Rose
photo: Jenn and Pawel florist: Love Sparrows
Feeling Fall
photo: Jieru Photography dresses: Bella Bridesmaids from this Jewel-Toned Autumn Inspiration
Spring to Summer
photo: Alexandria Monette planning + design: Fawn Events florals: Joy of Blooms
Pretty Pastels
photo: Marnie Cornell dresses: Nordstrom from this Scandinavian-Inspired Wedding
All Earthy
photo: Gabriel Conover Photography planner: Simply Classic Events dresses: Free People, Nordstrom, Reformation, Bebe florals: Lazaro Floral hair: Jessica Cerna makeup: Van Nguyen
Best Places to Buy Complementing Bridesmaids Dresses
Reformation
Start with: Evelyn Dress $348
Free People
Start with: Temecula Maxi Dress $298
Anthropologie Weddings
Start with: Cali Satin Charmeuse Midi Dress $168
Patterns + Prints
Sunny Florals
photo: Ashley Goodwin Woods florals: Mandy Grace Designs
Spring for Florals
photo: Emily Magers Photography from this Pastel-Hued Wedding
Starry Night
photo: Zibetti Photo & Film dresses: Natalie Wynn Design from this Midnight Magic Inspiration
Bloom Babes
photo: Kami Olavarria
Dark + Stunning
photo: Jenny Smith & Co planner: Deanna Nash Events florals: Winston & Main
photo: Lauren Scotti dresses: GWSxMumu Blush Meadow collection see more of our bridesmaids dress collection here
Best Places to Buy Printed Bridesmaids Dresses
Spell
Start with: Sloan Soiree Dress $259
Revolve
Start with: X REVOLVE Teien Caftan $351
Show Me Your Mumu
Start with: Heather Halter Dress $178
Totally Tonal
Shades of Red
flowers: Shindig Chic // photo: Ariele Chapman
Bubbly Pink + Purple
photo: brittrenephoto from this Pink Palm Springs Wedding
Burnt Orange + Peach
photo: Peyton Byford Photography design: BASH CO + EVENTS dresses: Free People, Revolve, ASOS and Socialite
from this Festival-Inspired Wedding
Bright Reds
photo: Jenny Smith & Co planner: Lucky Day Events Co. florals: Bottles + Blooms
Best Places to Buy Tonal Bridesmaids Dresses
ASOS
Start with: Tulle Bow Tie Tiered Maxi Dress in Rose $93
Anthropologie Weddings
Start with: Jenny Yoo Ryland Velvet Maxi Dress $295
Shoe Me Your Mumu
Start with: Verona Cowl Dress $168
So, which mismatched bridesmaids look is your favorite?
For more ideas, we have an endless supply on our bridesmaids Pinterest board!
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https://greenweddingshoes.com/how-to-nail-the-mismatched-bridesmaids-look/#comment-1512041
Awesome post! All the bridesmaid looks so stunning. Also, the image quality is very good. I absolutely enjoyed reading your post.
keep up the great work.
Thanks & Regards
Love the image of the Asian bride and the dresses of the bridesmaids, the floral pattern looks great. Nice article. thanks a lot for the interesting ideas!
Very helpful post thanks for the info. That amazing.
How would you do it with the groomsmen if the bridesmaids are in different colors! I love the idea with different colors!
Thanks for the information
Your work is truly outstanding. I appreciate your hard work and commitment