Whilst I didn't have set style for my bridesmaids dresses, I was adamant that I did not want to get a multiway dresses. I don't have anything against these types of dresses, I just wanted something a bit more unique to my wedding.
I think that highstreet brands such as Missguided, Boohoo, Topshop & ASOS are really coming through in terms of Bridesmaid & Bridal Collections, however I did find this to be seasonal when I was searching for my dresses. I did find this pretty annoying as I started to look for my dresses last September, just when 'wedding season' was coming to an end online. Obviously if you're more on the ball you can get looking way in advance!
Between September & March/April time I ordered a LOT of dresses (the beauty of online shopping!) mostly from ASOS, ranging from as little as £18 up to around £150. None were what I was looking for, and I very seriously considered opting for the multiway dress as the wedding was drawing closer, but I'm so glad I didn't give up on highstreet. While the dresses I ended up falling in love with weren't your everyday bridesmaid dress, I adored the detail, and looked so beautiful on two, very different sisters. I really wanted Summer & India to feel comfortable as well - I think it's so important to take into consideration whether your bridesmaids actually like their dresses. I can't even begin to imagine how I would feel wearing a dress I don't feel comfortable in on such an important day.
When it came to my flower girls, I wanted something a little more traditional - an ivory dress with coloured flowers that tied into the theme. These were completely made to order through a lovely lady on Not on the Highstreet. About 10 weeks before the wedding, I sent off measurements for both flower girls, and they arrived so quickly. She adds some extra room for growth in the dresses, just because little ones are always growing! I couldn't have been more pleased with these beautiful dresses!
I decided to put together little bags of gifts for my bridesmaid and flower girls, instead of one bigger gift. These little goodie bags consisted on a pair of 'thanks for helping us tie the knot' earrings, personalised candles, chocolates, a peach and prosecco lip balm, and a personalised hanger for their dresses. The flower girls got a little personalised flower girl necklace, hair ties, and for the older flower girl a personalised makeup bag & mirror (yes, I love all things personalised - can you tell?).
All photography by the incredible Luis Holden.
Love Kelly x
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