60 SUPPORT The Fashion and accessory ideas for the bridesmaids, mothers and groomsmen When it comes to a wedding day, whether you’re the bride or a guest, the million-dollar question for everyone is: what will I wear? The nearlyweds, who are the stars of the show, will likely have at least an idea of what their big-day look will be like. But for the rest of the wedding party, where do you begin? First and foremost, the venue setting and theme of the day is paramount. A long flowing gown for bridesmaids will look out of place in a field for a tipi wedding; similarly, the mother-of-the-bride in a bold, tropical print summer dress may stand out against a stately home wedding venue with a Bridgerton-inspired theme. Secondly, we British folk like to moan about the weather and rightly so, because how many sunny days do we have each year? The season and inclement weather will dictate the attire, the colour palette, but also your accessory choice; boleros, jackets and wraps will be your cosy friend for the colder months. Read on to learn more about on-trend fashion choices, expert advice and top tips... #SQUADGOALS As much as we love our friendship groups dearly, there are a lot of personalities in the mix. The same goes for fashion preferences, and our unique individual shapes and sizes. The best thing a wedding couple can do to make their bridal or groom’s party happy is to be relaxed and open-minded about the outfits you want them to wear – everyone will then be happy and enjoy the day! Top trends for maids in 2024 to be inspired by are: •The romance for retro. The ‘90s are back, more so the satin slip dress. Although it may not be for every shape, it’s romantic and elegant, comes in a variety of colours and is on trend: satin, spaghetti straps, square necklines – check! •Royal approval. With our love of Bridgerton and period dramas still going strong, Victorian-style ruffles and layers can certainly look like the part in a modern silhouette. Think of shoulders, waterfall skirts, hem lines, and layers across the body – super flattering too! •Technicolour dreamboat. Gone are the days when all the bridesmaids were in one dress, colour and style. The mix-and-match look is here to stay, and this has evolved to not just colour palettes (all wearing various shades of blue) but also textures. Your bridal party will look gorgeous in a mix of satin, velvet and sequin – and so will your wedding pictures! •Colour swatch. Are you undecided about your colour scheme? Be inspired by these trending bridesmaid dress tones: neutrals, nudes, black, white, and earth tones. Venue styling matching these will complete a cohesive look throughout the day. •Stand out from the crowd. If your bride squad encompasses a bridesman, or sometimes people don’t like wearing dresses, then why not match still in style or colour but opt for a velvet dinner suit jacket, tuxedo or jumpsuit? act Unsplash via Katelyn MacMillan Unsplash via Zoriana Stakhniv Unsplash via Samantha Gades
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