Congratulations on becoming a bride to be and on taking the next step to getting your bridesmaids dresses picked out.
Generally it’s the brides decision to pick the dress color and type for the bridesmaids. It usually compliments the bride’s gown and consideration is given to: cost, style, color, and figure.
That may sound like a little much, but in comes the power of the Internet. Now you can drill down to that perfect dress for your wedding and the occasion leading up to and after it with ease. This is especially true if you have all of your bridesmaids professionally measured.
Measurements to consider are: bust, waist, hip, under bust, nipple-nipple, shoulder to waist, should to nipple, should to hip, shoulder to shoulder, and neck.
Also you can shop online, or out at stores with your maid of honor or either of your bridesmaids to help you get some ideas or make some choices.
You have a pretty good start so far as you have narrowed down to a black strapless bridesmaid dress… so what else is there?
You can consider a two tone (maybe a splash of pink or white). You can also consider to sleeve or not to sleeve, to go floor length, to go with a halter top or a criss-crossing back, and you could also add a shawl or bow.
You don’t have to use the same manufacturer for the dress and the accessories like the shawl if you decide to go with one, but be sure to look at fabric types and general design.
The timing is important for ordering your dress, but don’t over stress about it. It will workout and you have enough on your plate already.
Try having your dresses, at the latest, ordered at least a month before. This will give you plenty of time to receive the order and fix any mess ups as they sometimes occur…that’s just life eh?
To give you plenty of time, try having orders in 2-3 months in advance of the set wedding date.
50′s Strapless Satin Formal Bridesmaid Dress
This is a very classic black strapless bridesmaid dress. It usually comes with a bonded surface. A popular material is satin, with a hem just below the knee. An optional bow detail is given in many cases and may have a optional spaghetti strap.
Strapless Taffeta Bridesmaid Long Dress
The word Taffeta is a Persian word that simply means: “twisted woven”. Taffeta dress are made from a smoothly plain woven fabric and is usually synthetic or silk.
Taffeta dresses and fabric is becoming more and more popular because it is not only affordable, but gorgeous.
This style dress is really nice with a bonded bodice (corset type look that holds you in) that is full length. A satin material, tulle petticoat or belt are nice accessories. You can find it with a zip or tie back.
Gothic Black Strapless Dress
Not everyone is wants a “classic” dress for their wedding, so if you want to mix it up a bit there is always the option of going with a Gothic Black strapless.
Some popular styles are having it steel bonded (corset look) and leather. You can look for lace options and chain and lined with or without cotton that either zips in the front or back.
Once again congratulations on becoming a bride to be, hopefully you were able to find a couple of options here for you black strapless bridesmaid dress that will make your life easier.