Begin with silhouette, not size

A bridal party rarely shares one body type. Start with the shape that flatters each woman, then bring the group together through color and fabric.

One color, several cuts

Choosing a single color in a range of necklines and silhouettes lets each bridesmaid wear what feels like her while the party still looks cohesive in photographs.

Order by measurements

Sizing differs from designer to designer, so the number in a friend’s closet is not a reliable guide. Dresses are ordered from measurements taken at the appointment, and alterations refine the fit afterward.

Plan for alterations

Almost every bridesmaid dress benefits from a hem or a nip at the waist. Building alterations into the plan from the start means no one is scrambling near the wedding.

A shared appointment helps

When the whole party shops together, nobody is left to decide alone and everyone sees how the choices work side by side. Plus-size and mixed-size bridal parties are welcome and well cared for at Bliss.