Bridesmaid Dresses for Fall 2008

Things You’ll Need:

* Bridesmaid Dresses

Step1
Confirm your wedding colors and get acceptances from all of your bridesmaids before you begin your search. Keep in mind that the darker or richer the color, the more slimming the dress will be.
Step2
Determine your budget for the dresses in advance and let the women know what portion they'll be responsible for. It's traditional for bridesmaids to pay for their own attire, but you can offer to pay for some or all of the costs if it's in your budget.
Step3
Check out a few bridal magazines for ideas on cuts, materials and prices.
Step4
Visit bridal shows or stores for an up close and personal look at what's available. Bring a bridesmaid or female relative who will give you an honest, unbiased opinion about the styles you like.
Step5
Bring swatches of your wedding palette when shopping for the dresses. Show them to sales associates to eliminate color guesswork.
Step6
Think about how your choices will flatter the shapes and coloring of your bridesmaids. A full-length cerulean strapless will look different on a raven-haired woman of 6 feet than it will on a 5-foot-2-inch redhead.