Green with Envy
This silk charmeuse statement-maker by Melissa Sweet is playful and alluring. Best of all, once your big day has passed, it's a look your bridesmaids can turn to for cocktail hour or a night at the opera. Don't you wish every dress had this much swing? —Anna Pezik
Dress by Melissa Sweet, $240, melissasweet.com. See the complete collection in our bridesmaid dresses photo gallery»
Golden Girl
All-out luxe is the name of the game with this shimmery brocade beauty by Priscilla of Boston. The pleated bodice creates sexy contours up top, while the knee-grazing hemline lets bridesmaids flaunt gorgeous gams.
Dress by Priscilla of Boston, $260, priscillaofboston.com. See the complete collection in our bridesmaid dresses photo gallery»
Sweeping Stunner
Suitable for the most formal of affairs, this Badgley Mischka Bridesmaids tulle gown with shirred bodice and flower pin neckline is stately and sexy. Plus, what better way to show off toned arms than with a halter neckline?
Dress by Badgley Mischka Bridesmaids, $300, badgleymischka.com. See the complete collection in our bridesmaid dresses photo gallery»
Charm School
Urbane elegance meets girlish whimsy with this aqua satin back taffeta Amsale look. A single slender ribbon tied below the bust, and embellished with gentle ruching, is all it takes to create feminine curves.
Dress by Amsale, $290, amsale.com. See the complete collection in our bridesmaid dresses photo gallery»
Go Green
Luck be a lady in a gorgeous green gown! A fluid column of featherweight chiffon and a delicate choker halter neckline put the spotlight on sexy shoulders—and the tone-on-tone sash belt adds definition at the waist.
Dress by Alvina Valenta, $260, alvinavalenta.com. See the complete collection in our bridesmaid dresses photo gallery»
Little Bow Chic
This smart satin strapless number by Lazaro, with tea-length circle skirt and berry bow belt, doesn't only exude class—it comes with a supersize side order of sass.
Dress by Lazaro, $230, lazarobridal.com. See the complete collection in our bridesmaid dresses photo gallery»
Beach Babe
J. Crew's unassuming strapless silk chiffon design with delicate crinkle texture is our pick for a sun-soaked tropical wedding. The bold blue hue looks as stunning with splashy marigold-colored peeptoe pumps as it does with metallic thong sandals—and even bare feet!
Dress by J. Crew, $165, jcrew.com. See the complete collection in our bridesmaid dresses photo gallery»
Gray Goddess
It's all in the draping with this strapless chiffon Vineyard Collection gown. Vertical ruching adds slimming silkiness—creating a long fluid line—while the empire waist gives the illusion of mile-long legs!
Dress by Vineyard Collection, $215, vineyardcollection.com. See the complete collection in our bridesmaid dresses photo gallery»
Plum Perfect
Jewel-tone-inspired silk charmeuse, an adorable neckline bow and a slender belt cinched high at the waist make this Melissa Sweet dress modern—and oh-so-feminine.
Dress by Melissa Sweet, $250, melissasweet.com. See the complete collection in our bridesmaid dresses photo gallery»
Dynamic Duo
An ivory asymmetrical bow and bodice pop against the all-navy fit-and-flare satin skirt—and really help give smaller busts a boost, while keeping eyes off hips!
Dress by Alvina Valenta, $300, alvinavalenta.com . See the complete collection in our bridesmaid dresses photo gallery»
Crimson Cutie
For bashful bridesmaids, this frock is not! An audacious hue, figure-flaunting silhouette and peek-a-boo tulle hem give this Jim Hjelm Occasions cocktail number couture cred.
Dress by Jim Hjelm Occasions, $230, jimhjelmoccasions.com. See the complete collection in our bridesmaid dresses photo gallery»
Top Tier
Layers of gorgeous godets at the hem of this espresso-colored Badgley Mischka Bridesmaids strapless taffeta gown give any wedding procession a dash of bravado—and your maids, a va-va-voom silhouette.
Dress by Badgley Mischka Bridesmaids, $330, badgleymischka.com. See the complete collection in our bridesmaid dresses photo gallery»
Breezy Blue
This crêpe de chine creation by Priscilla of Boston transitions effortlessly from an afternoon garden gathering to evening candlelit nuptials at a grand estate. Diagonal straps offer geometric allure, while the bow accent appeals to any bridesmaid's schoolgirl sensibility.
Dress by Priscilla of Boston, $250, priscillaofboston.com. See the complete collection in our bridesmaid dresses photo gallery»
