Being a bridesmaid is such a special part of a wedding. You'll be by the bride's side from the preps through to the big day, making sure everything goes seamlessly. And choosing the right dress is a key step of your mission! Let's not forget, the bride is always in charge so you'll need to consult her, but here are our tips for a divine bridesmaid look for 2025.
Read on and find out about the most-coveted trends, colours and styles of bridesmaid dresses. Explore our selection of guest dresses and find the perfect design for every occasion.
Bridesmaid dress trends for 2025 weddings
The bridesmaids are an essential ingredient of any bridal party, and the dresses we're seeing in 2025 stand out for their versatility, elegance and sophisticated detailing. But they're restrained, too – the last thing you want to do is outshine the true protagonist: the bride herself. Here are some of the main trends in bridesmaid dresses:
- On-trend colours: In 2025, tones like sage green, butter yellow and pale pink have cemented their status as the most-coveted colours for bridesmaid dresses. For ceremonies happening later in the day, bridesmaid dresses in peacock blue, ruby red, maroon and purple are trending. The best ones are plain, in a single colour. They look so much better in photos and the results are much more harmonious.
- Lightweight, flowing fabrics: Fabrics like chiffon, satin and tulle bring you an ethereal, elegant look. Looking for something more structured? Crêpe and contemporary taffeta and brocade designs are your best friends this season.
- Special detailing: Bridesmaid dress with flattering draping, asymmetric necklines and strategic knots are making an entrance, adding a modern, distinctive twist to designs.
- Convertible designs: Some of the most popular bridesmaid dress trends of the moment are convertible designs that can adapted to different styles – ideal for groups of bridesmaids who all have different tastes. One dress can then be altered to other versions in the same fabric and silhouette, adding a different neckline, or a more or less defined waist for example, giving each bridesmaid the chance to look utterly unique.
Long or short bridesmaid dresses depending on the wedding type
Whether you go for a long or short dress really depends on the style of the wedding – and the bride's preference of course. Here are some tips to help you get it right:
- Long bridesmaid dresses: Along with the maid of honour, bridesmaids are really the only guests who should wear long evening dresses at a day wedding, at least according to official etiquette. It all depends on the style of the ceremony and the bride's preferences. If bridesmaids do decide on long dresses, they should be relatively restrained and in a soft colour palette. Think sea green, powder pink or peach bridesmaid dresses that tie in with the colour scheme chosen for the wedding decorations. If it's an evening wedding, flowing designs in darker hues with beadwork or lace detailing are an elegant choice that works really well.
- Short bridesmaid dresses: If the bride and groom have chosen a more casual wedding – on a beach or in a field for example – you could go for a short evening dress. Short bridesmaid dresses are fresh, comfy and original, but still impossibly elegant. And the bonus is, you'll probably be able to wear it time and again.
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Popular bridesmaid dress colours
You want to achieve a balanced look that ties in with the bridal party's attire, so the colour of the dress is really important. It's common for bridesmaids to wear designs in the same colour, but a more fashion-forward idea is for them to wear dresses in the same colour scheme, rather than all exactly the same.
But as with everything, the bride gets the last word. She can decide on the colour, and all the bridesmaids should look coordinated. Need some inspiration? Let's take a look at the most popular colours in bridesmaid dresses:
- Blue: From sky blue to elegant navy – an ever-more popular choice – this is a classic tone for bridesmaids. Blue bridesmaid dresses are a sophisticated choice for evening weddings.
- Green: Bridesmaid dresses in sea green or sage exude a fresh, natural air. The tones marry very well with the current wedding trend for more organic decorations. For more sophisticated weddings, bridesmaids in rich emerald green dresses create a dreamy look that exudes pure elegance.
- Red: This vibrant, striking colour is perfect for weddings with a touch of glamour. Red bridesmaid dresses are always a hit, whether you go for an intense red or more towards burgundy or maroon hues.
- Pink: It's one of the most common bridesmaid dress colours of the spectrum. From pale pink to fuchsia, these bridesmaid dresses lend a soft and elegant feel to proceedings.
Explore our selection of blue evening dresses, green evening dresses, red evening dresses and pink evening dresses to find the ideal shade for you.
Youthful bridesmaid dresses for modern weddings
Weddings today are placing more and more emphasis on comfort, but that doesn't mean sacrificing elegance. Younger bridesmaids could go for fresher looks that are stylish without being excessively formal. Is this what you're looking for? Here are our ideas for younger bridesmaids:
- Minimalist dresses with flowing skirts and movement.
- Original designs with halter or asymmetric necklines offer an updated, original bridesmaid look.
- Vibrant colours like lime green, orange and fuchsia give fresh and youthful vibes.
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Bridesmaids dresses according to the season
When you're choosing bridesmaid dresses it's a good idea to take the weather into account. Here are our tips based on the season:
- Spring and summer: Go for lightweight dresses made of fabrics such as georgette and silk muslin, in soft yet cheerful tones. This time of year is all about sleeveless designs, halter or asymmetric necklines and classic strapless dresses.
- Autumn and winter: Bridesmaid dresses with long sleeves or effortlessly chic 3/4 sleeves made from more structured fabrics like velvet or crêpe are ideal for a stellar look in colder climes.
Conclusion: Where can you find the best bridesmaid dresses for weddings?
Bridesmaid dresses stand out for their diverse colours and styles in 2025. Always veering towards plain colours, you could choose anything from a long and sophisticated design for a high-end wedding or a short and youthful dress for a more casual ceremony. There are plenty of options for every wedding type, season and bridesmaid.
Explore our latest evening dress collections and find the perfect dress to show off your flawless bridesmaid look, all with the unmistakable Rosa Clará hallmark.
