I am getting married in six weeks. I have five bridesmaids (don't ask- really was the minimum amount I could have had without ruptions) who have no dresses.
I and firedns are handmaking the flowers, in all different colours and styles, so I think the dresses might need to be quite plain, and they have to be cheap.
Three adult bridesmaid are sizes 14, 8 and 8, and ages 26, 23 and 17. The girls are 3.4yo and 9mo (or at least will be).
ARGH. Also, bridesmaids are up and down the country, have agreed to buy their own dresses and want them to try on and alter asap.
I'm thinking a budget of £20 per dress is the maximum. Quite an informal wedding, but would be good if they looked quite bridesmaidy.