No matter how you slice it, it’s always challenging to find a solitary bridesmaid dress that pleases all your girlfriends. But if you’re open to having your girls wear different silhouettes that flatter their unique figures, you’re well on the road to “happy bridesmaid land.”
Need a little nudge to get started? To make bridesmaid dress shopping easier (and much more fun!), we’ve not only paired different body types to their most flattering silhouettes, we also shared some uber-chic dresses that are available for sale here in NYC. So bookmark this guide, get your girls, and get your (stress-free) bridesmaid shopping on!
Straight
Your body: Less definition between your bust, waist and hips.
You look great in: Classic shifts and fitted sheath gowns, as well as body-hugging styles with notable design details.
Try: On-trend separates with a pencil skirt, such as this amazingly chic floral lace pencil skirt from J. Crew.
Find it: The J. Crew Wedding Boutique
Love what you see and want to know more? Be sure to check out the full story I wrote for BRIDES Magazine, where I am a freelance style, fashion and beauty writer!
