Gray Matters
Pewter-hued dresses and menswear-inspired accents were all the rage on the runway this season. This graphite satin tank dress is paired with a whimsical hat and peeptoe pumps. Melissa Sweet, $270, melissasweet.com. —Cari Wolfert
See all of the bridesmaids dresses from Melissa Sweet's fall 2009 collection.
Knit-Knacks
Sleek, sexy and totally comfortable, this T-shirt-like knit jersey dress with a deep-V neckline, shirred bodice and sweep train is light and airy—perfect for a summer or destination wedding. Alfred Angelo, $155, alfredangelo.com.
See all of the bridesmaids dresses from Alfred Angelo's fall 2009 collection.
Ruffled Necklines
A soft ruffled detail adorns the scoop halter neckline on this crinkled silk chiffon dress for a day-to-night look. Amsale, $320, amsale.com.
See all of the bridesmaids dresses from Amsale's fall 2009 collection.
Maxidress-Inspired
These long, flowy once-casual numbers adored by Hollywood starlets are going bridal, like this tissue taffeta gown in royal blue. Jim Hjelm Occasions, $230, jimhjelmoccasions.com.
See all of the bridesmaids dresses from Jim Hjelm's fall 2009 collection.
Top Notch
Notched necklines took center stage this season both in bridesmaid and bridal attire. Pair it with purple, the color of the moment, in this strapless silk satin dress. Nicole Miller, $310, nicolemiller.com.
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Ruched Detail
A shirred bodice is a sure way to accent all your bridal party’s best features. This floor-length satin strapless gown features gathered detail for a flattering fit. Priscilla of Boston, $290, priscillaofboston.com.
See all of the bridesmaids dresses from Priscilla of Boston's fall 2009 collection.
Two-Toned
Why stop with one color? Give your bridal party a dynamic look with a duchesse satin two-toned dress in natural hues. Watters & Watters, $260, watters.com.
See all of the bridesmaids dresses from Watters & Watters' fall 2009 collection.
One-Shouldered Wonder
Modern, asymmetrical lines dominated the catwalk. One of our favorite examples of the trend was this oasis satin one-shouldered gown in a dashing blue. Vineyard Collection, $220, vineyardcollection.com.
See all of the fall 2009 bridesmaids dresses from Vineyard Collection.
All Wrapped Up
Work-ready wrap dresses make perfect bridesmaid attire. Try this black jersey knee-length number with cap sleeves. Lazaro, $220, lazarobridal.com.
See all of the bridesmaids dresses from Lazaro's fall 2009 collection.
Pretty Pockets
Most often seen in bridal gowns, pockets have now made their way onto bridesmaid dress attire. Have your party stand out in red with this silk shantung dress that features a sweetheart neckline with crisscross spaghetti straps and side pockets. The Jenny Yoo Collection, $265.50, jennyyoo.com.
See all of the fall 2009 bridesmaids dresses from The Jenny Yoo Collection.
High Necklines
Forget strapless—necklines are going sky-high with halter styles and illusion details. Give your bridal party a regal look in this black satin modified A-line gown with an English net halter. Alvina Valenta, $240, alvinavalenta.com.
See all of the bridesmaids dresses from Alvina Valenta's fall 2009 collection.
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