Maybe you want to move away from traditional pastel colours and go for a bold statement that also allows you to shine. Black bridesmaid dresses will be a good idea in this case. A black dress is easy to accessorise and is figure flattering. It is good value for money since your bridesmaids will be able to wear their black dresses at future events.
But black is also associated with grief and loss and in some cultures it is the traditional colour for mourning clothes. When it comes to wearing black, how you wear it makes a difference.
Wearing black to a wedding is different to wearing black to a funeral. For weddings, every detail will matter. The style and material of the dress to the choice of accessories to everything else in between, it all matters. A popular way to style black dresses for bridesmaids includes natural looking hair style, barely-there makeup, stud earrings and nude or black shoes. This is very similar to how you’d wear black to a funeral.
In this month’s blog post, you will see all the different ways to take your black bridesmaids dresses from plain to pretty.
Dress: Montique/theiconic.com.au. Shoes: novoshoes.com.au. Earrings: portmans.com.
Dress: elliatt.com. Shoes: ninewest.com.au. Earrings: sachadrake.com
Black Bridesmaid Dresses: Styling Tips
- Accessorize with statement pieces: When choosing black bridesmaids dresses, go big on bling or go bold, not simple. Bling and metallic jewellery will enhance the bridesmaids’ overall look. Think bold statement earrings, or chocker necklaces or cuff bracelets.
Simple doesn’t have to be plain, there’s a difference.
Image Credit: theiconic.com.au
Image Credit: theiconic.com.au
- Makeup is a must: Avoid barely there, neutral makeup. Makeup up makes a major difference in the bridesmaids’ overall look, especially, when they’re dressed in black.
- Go for fancy hairdos: Instead of a natural hairdo, go for an updo or low bun- in addition to makeup, beautifully styled hair is an essential, especially with black bridesmaids dresses.
- Choose fabric wisely: Fabrics such as lace, velvet and satin are appropriate for a special occasion such as a wedding. If you have a large bridal party, you can alternate and choose dresses with different styles, textures and fabric.
- Think beaded dresses: If you’re not big on accessories, beaded dresses are a good alternative to add much needed sparkle to what can otherwise be a plain black dress.
- Mix it up: Two-toned dresses can break up the black dress a little, if you’re open to the idea.
- Choose statement shoes: Instead of going for sandals in nude leather or suede, why not pick bright coloured shoes that match your bridesmaids’ bouquets? Metallic shoes are a more classic alternative if bright, bold and beautiful isn’t your thing!
Black Bridesmaids Dresses: Style Inspiration
Here are some ideas to help you style your black bridesmaids dresses with confidence.
Conclusion
Black dresses are a popular choice for bridesmaids. When choosing black bridesmaids dresses, it’s important to make sure your bridesmaids are wearing statement accessories, bold makeup, beautifully styled hair. Glam it up! If the bridesmaids are dressed in black and you prefer a more simple look, keep it simple, just don’t make it plain.
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