Introduction

A lot goes into planning a perfect wedding. One minute you’re fretting over flower arrangements, and the next minute you’re wondering about catering. But as a bride, one of the most important parts of your wedding aesthetic is your bridesmaids dresses.

While matching bridesmaids dresses has been the custom for far too long, sometimes changing it up to create a mix and match aesthetic is the best thing you can do to amaze your guests. If you’re a to-be-bride looking for inspiring mix and match bridesmaid dress ideas, here are 10 fashionable ways to achieve a cohesive look:

Match One Color To Different Styles

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This is a fun way to ensure that your bridesmaids are dressed according to the theme of the wedding, while also sharing a part of their individuality. Just pick one color that you want your bridesmaids to show up in, and let them decide what type of dress they want to wear. For instance, if you’re planning a vineyard wedding, ask your bridal party to find a dress that matches their style in crimson color. That way you get a chance to create a cohesive bridesmaid aesthetic and they get to choose what they want to wear.

Find Same Style Dresses In Different Colors

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This might be the most beautiful way to present your bridesmaids. Instead of focusing on the colors of the dress, and how they can relate to the overall theme of the wedding, you can pick the style of the dresses to represent your wedding theme, while the colors can be the bridesmaid choice. This can be a great way to involve them in the choice while maintaining the cohesiveness of the bridesmaid dresses. They not only get to pick the color of their dresses but also get to add other elements of the ensemble, keeping them involved in the process, while protecting the cohesiveness of the overall bridesmaids look.

Create An Ombre Effect

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Creating an ombre effect in your bridesmaids dress choices can make the aesthetic look on point and cohesive. The idea is to choose one color and adorn your bridesmaids in varying shades of that color to create the ombre effect. A good example of this look can be infused easily with a spring wedding. If you’re wearing a traditional white dress, you can find shades of pink to create an extension of your outfit, starting from baby pink to darker shades. Alternatively, you can start from baby blue to reach royal blue to create a contrast between your dress and your bridesmaid dresses.

Match One Color To Different Textures

This is a technique that works with both pastel and bold shades. You can pick a color that aligns with the theme of your wedding, and find different textures and fabrics to mix and match for a fashionable yet cohesive look. For a summer or spring wedding, pick pastel shades and fabrics such as crepe, chiffon, cotton, organza, tulle, illusion, swiss dot, and charmeuse. You can also combine two tones of pastels or a bold and pastel combination for a fashionable bridesmaid dress. On the other hand, if you’re preparing for a fall or winter wedding, choose bold and deep jewel colors for the bridesmaid dresses. The cold weather will pair up well with textures and fabrics like brocade, pique, silk, satin, velvet, silk mikado, and taffeta.

Alternate Between Patterns And Bold Shades

A nice way to create a pattern of mixing and matching while maintaining a cohesive look for your bridesmaid dresses include alternating between patterns and deep shades. This can be a good option for winter weddings, where you want to add some deep tones to the bridesmaids attires while also adding a touch of sophistication with embroideries and patterns. Suppose your bridal party consists of 6 bridesmaids. You can choose a simple deep hued dress for three of them that are identical in style. For the other three bridesmaids, you can choose either the same shade or a different shade of the same color with bolder patterns, shapes, and other details.

Alternate Between Patterns And Pastel Shades

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Similar to the option given above, this way of mixing and matching bridesmaid dresses is more appropriate for a summer or spring wedding. Keep in mind that there’s no one rule to mixing and matching. You can choose two different hues for the dress with a pattern and those without one. Just remember to keep the colors easy on the eyes. Moreover, if your wedding nuptials are going to be held in an outdoor location, it’s better to find breathable and simple shades for your bridesmaid to keep them cool. A beautiful amalgamation of greens or blues, depending on the theme of your wedding will make for a cohesive and attractive look for your bridesmaid dresses.

Pick Two Alternate Colors For Same Style

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Think of this option as combining two most favorite colors of your theme into one place. For instance, if you’re having a garden wedding, having green and brown as the two colors for your bridesmaid dresses can be a fun way to keep the look cohesive, both for the theme and the bridal party. Half of your bridesmaids can show up in shades of brown and the other half in green. Feel free to experiment with embroidery, and other details of the dress. This style can also be opted for a goth style wedding. Pick two distinctive colors such as deep ruby and charcoal, and add a touch of alternativeness to the whole ambience. If your bridesmaids have tattoos and piercings such as on their face or other body parts, this can be a great time to wear matching jewelry as well. For instance, you could pick a matching septum jewelry option for your bridesmaids along with their dresses for a mix and match cohesive look.

Try Color Blocking

Color blocking is fun and easy to do. Just define a few colors that are part of your wedding theme and find bold or pastel shade dresses for your bridesmaids in those colors. A rustic wedding has tones of olive, sage green, burgundy, oak, and terracotta. A formal wedding will have shades of black, white, navy blue, and gray. A vineyard wedding will consist of mauve, blush pink, emerald green, gold, crimson, and plum. Alternatively, based on the season of the wedding, your choice of colors may vary accordingly. For color blocking, you can either pick 2 or 3 shades that you like, or have everyone wear one shade of the theme.

Opt For Convertible Dresses

Convertible dresses are a perfect way to mix and match bridesmaid dresses while still maintaining a cohesive look. These dresses come in all shapes and sizes, which means your bridesmaids get to wear these dresses the way they like. They can choose to accessorize their dress with belts, jewelry, pumps, and other intricate details. However, since the dresses are the same in every other way apart from the fact that they are worn differently, the overall aesthetic and cohesiveness of the wedding theme will be maintained while making all your bridesmaids happy and feel beautiful in their outfits.

Mix And Match Different Necklines

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There’s a ton of things that you can do with different necklines. First, the choice of jewelry and hairstyle will change tremendously. Moreover, necklines are a focal point of visual aesthetic when it comes to any dress, so you can use it to create a fashionable mix and match while keeping the look of your bridesmaids cohesive and aligned with the theme of the wedding. For instance, one of the bridesmaids could rock a choker with a square neckline, while a sweetheart neckline will pair well with a beautiful pendant necklace. Try and experiment with the sleeves too. You can make your choices based on the type of neckline, fabric, and season that you’re planning a wedding in.

Be Creative But Cohesive

When it comes to picking out the perfect bridesmaid dresses, there’s no such thing as right or wrong. It’s all about mixing and matching the dresses to your theme as well as the cohesive aesthetic of the wedding. Don’t be afraid to try out different colors, textures, patterns, and lengths to achieve the look that you desire.

While these are only a few tips on how to mix and match the look, there are hundreds of other ways to add a touch of sophistication and fashion to your bridesmaid dresses while keeping the look cohesive. But most importantly, remember to have fun with the look and spend some time with your favorite girlies as you make memories of a lifetime on the most important day of your life!