The latest trends for the wedding party When it comes to a wedding day, whether you’re the bride or a guest, the million-dollar question for everyone is: what am I going to wear? For the bride and groom, as they are the stars of the show, it’s likely that they have at least an idea of what their big-day look will be like. But for the rest of the bridal party, where do you begin? First and foremost, the venue and theme of the day are paramount. A long flowing gown for bridesmaids will look out of place in a field; 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, the weather, we British folk like to moan about it and rightly so, because how many sunny days do we have each year? The season and the inclement weather will dictate not only the attire, the colour palette – no one wears pastel yellow in winter – but also your accessory choice. Read on, to find out more about on-trend fashion choices for 2023 weddings... HERE COME THE GIRLS We all have bits we love about our bodies and bits we don’t. The best thing a couple can do to make their wedding party happy is to be relaxed and open-minded about the outfits you want them to wear. To help you make a decision, we've rounded up the top trends for maids in 2023: The romance for retro: The ‘90s are back, more so the satin slip dress. Although it may not be for every body shape, it’s romantic, and elegant comes in a variety of colours. Royal approval: With our love of Bridgerton and period dramas still going strong, Victorian-style ruffles and layers can certainly look the part on a modern silhouette. Technicolour dreamboat: Gone are the days when all the bridesmaids are in one dress colour and style. The mix-and-match look is here to stay, and this has evolved to not just colour palettes, but also textures. Your bridal party will look gorgeous in a mix of satin, velvet and sequin – and so will your wedding pictures. Standout from the crowd: If your bride squad encompasses a bridesman or people who just don’t like wearing dresses, then why not match in style or colour but opt for a velvet dinner suit jacket, tuxedo, or rock a jumpsuit? HE BRIDE tribe YOUR LOCAL SUPPLIERS Chez Louise Bridal, www.chezlouisebridal.co.uk Do You Believe? Bridal Boutique, www.doyoubelieveuk.com The Bridal Lounge, www.thebridallounge.wales Getty Images Getty Images Getty Images Getty Images Getty Images THE PERFECT FIT Once you’ve found the perfect outfit for your maids, more likely than not, their dresses will require some alterations. Angie Smith from Dare to be Different is a seamstress, designer and tailor with more than 40 years of experience. “I love working with clients of all shapes and sizes,” says Angie. “I love a challenge and provide a seamless service between purchasing a gown and tweaking it to fit perfectly on the day. I offer a no-obligation consultation to discuss what may need to be done to make sure everything is perfect on the day.” Visit www.facebook.com/daretobedifferent.online for more information. 75 DRESSING THE BRIDAL PARTY
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