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Dress With Wow Factor for a Bridesmaid.

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Blackcountryexile · 23/04/2024 15:48

Please can anyone signpost me to dresses which are stylish and a bit different. Looking for full length, dark blue and fitted. Bridesmaid is size 8-10 with an athletic figure and small boobs. Doesn't need to be too modest as it isn't a religious ceremony. Thank you.

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NewWater · 23/04/2024 15:50

Isn't the whole point of being a bridesmaid to look inconspicuous and lady-in-waiting-ish, with no 'wow' factor whatosever?

StrangeNew · 23/04/2024 15:53

Indeed …

Illpickthatup · 23/04/2024 15:55

Few options on this site that could fit your requirements. Club L London also have some nice dresses that would suit.

https://www.jarlolondon.com/products/gabriella-cowl-neck-fishtail-gown-with-open-back-navy-1?pos=15&_fid=0ee0303b2&_ss=c

MissBedelia · 23/04/2024 15:56

My bridesmaid had wow factor, why not?

Great chance to glam up.

rileyy · 23/04/2024 16:19

NewWater · 23/04/2024 15:50

Isn't the whole point of being a bridesmaid to look inconspicuous and lady-in-waiting-ish, with no 'wow' factor whatosever?

Yeah…in the 1940’s... People are allowed to want to look nice. Some ‘wow’ factor will ensure your bridesmaid look and feel great. It reeks of insecurity when a bride wants to intentionally make her bridesmaids look plain and “inconspicuous,” especially considering the amount of help and money that bridesmaids regularly spend.

rileyy · 23/04/2024 16:21

honeyandfizz · 23/04/2024 16:00

https://goddiva.co.uk/collections/bridesmaid-dresses/navy

Lots of different styles, my 4 bridesmaids had gold sequin dresses from here for my winter wedding a few years back.

These look amazing!! 🙌
I bet your bridesmaids looked amazing. I love the idea of gold sequins for a winter wedding! 😍

NewWater · 23/04/2024 16:23

rileyy · 23/04/2024 16:19

Yeah…in the 1940’s... People are allowed to want to look nice. Some ‘wow’ factor will ensure your bridesmaid look and feel great. It reeks of insecurity when a bride wants to intentionally make her bridesmaids look plain and “inconspicuous,” especially considering the amount of help and money that bridesmaids regularly spend.

I'm so entirely secure in my own good looks I didn't even have any guests at my wedding, but I'm reflecting what I see on here, women being strongarmed into godawful dresses in cheap fabric.

Nicebloomers · 23/04/2024 16:28

The slinky Ghost slip dresses are dreamy on the right figure.

rileyy · 23/04/2024 16:38

NewWater · 23/04/2024 16:23

I'm so entirely secure in my own good looks I didn't even have any guests at my wedding, but I'm reflecting what I see on here, women being strongarmed into godawful dresses in cheap fabric.

That’s not what you said though? OP alluded to nothing involving cheap fabric or dresses but simply asked for recommendations of what she wanted. Instead of recommending anything you told her that bridesmaid were not supposed to have ‘wow’ factor..I mean, come on now.

However since you felt it was important to say, I am super happy for you that you are secure in your looks. How nice. 🤣Not sure what that has to do with anything but sure.

Isometimeswonder · 23/04/2024 20:35

NewWater · 23/04/2024 15:50

Isn't the whole point of being a bridesmaid to look inconspicuous and lady-in-waiting-ish, with no 'wow' factor whatosever?

How manipulative!
My bridesmaids were younger and much more beautiful than I am... and I got them lovely dresses.

mnahmnah · 23/04/2024 20:46

Lipsy at Next have these?

And i don’t think a lovely dress on a bridesmaid is going to stop the bride getting attention!

Dress With Wow Factor for a Bridesmaid.
Dress With Wow Factor for a Bridesmaid.
Iizzyb · 23/04/2024 21:07

www.blonde-and-wise.co.uk really gorgeous dresses made by two absolutely lovely ladies who make you feel amazing. They are online & have a studio in West Yorkshire if you're nearby x

Ps the Wise one is my friend but the dresses are really worth a look

AndCallMeNancy · 23/04/2024 23:21

https://www.sixstories.co.uk/products/twist-back-satin-bridesmaid-dress-dusty-blue?_pos=2&_fid=c3d2e0fec&_ss=c

Absolutely, make sure your BM has a dress she feels amazing in! Gone are the days of the peach meringue thank god.

I am going to be a bridesmaid soon and this one is a contender. The quality of the satin is gorgeous and the cut is beautiful. It is low cut but I have a small boobs and it looks really good on. There are other dresses in navy too if the dusky blue isn’t the right shade.

Good luck wedding planning! X

Twist Back Satin Bridesmaid Dress - Dusty Blue

A show stopping dress your bridesmaids will want to wear again and again. The twist back with plunging neckline is empowering and sexy, perfect for the chicest girls in your bridal party. Luxurious smooth satin feel with soft sheen finish in Dusty Blue...

https://www.sixstories.co.uk/products/twist-back-satin-bridesmaid-dress-dusty-blue?_pos=2&_fid=c3d2e0fec&_ss=c

Blackcountryexile · 24/04/2024 21:22

Thank you to everyone who has posted pictures and links. You have been very helpful. Several companies that we would never have thought of.
There is plenty of room at this wedding for more than one woman to wear a stunning dress that makes her feel beautiful.

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