What color is cabernet?

“Cabernet is a deep, rich red,” Hamm explains. “The color varies across different designers and fabrications,” she adds, noting how it can sometimes look like a deep ruby color, too.

What colors go with cabernet?

“Colors that play well with cabernet are other jewel tones,” Hamm says, adding that navy, deep teal, and rose gold all look beautiful with the color. “Cabernet [bridal party] dresses look sharp with groomsmen dressed in French blue or navy suits. You can also soften it with a cayenne color and a deeper, dusty rose, depending on the venue, florals, and other elements at play.”

Who pays for bridal party dresses?

Hamm says, traditionally, the bridal party pays for their dresses . That being said, some brides like to break from tradition and offer to cover a portion of the dresses to help with the cost. And, in some cases, the mother of the bride might also offer to pay for the dresses, too. It's customary for the bride to give the bridal party gifts of jewelry or other accessories to complete their look on the big day.

The 14 Best Cabernet Bridal Party Dresses of 2023

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The most important thing about a bridal party dress is the color (followed closely by the fit, of course). Cabernet is a beautiful option (especially for fall weddings!) that works with a range of different wedding palettes, If you’ve landed on cabernet for your bridal party dress color, it’s important to look at multiple dress options in various shades to find something that feels cohesive to your overall wedding color scheme.

To make the process easier, we did the work for you and searched dozens of cabernet bridal party dresses to find the best ones, and interviewed bridal party stylist Stacy Hamm for her expertise. “The bride is the centerpiece, and you want to make sure the fabric she’s choosing for the [bridal party's] dresses plays well with the fabric of her own dress,” says Hamm.

From trendy slip dresses in a deep wine shade, to a clever convertible dress that gives each person a chance to make their own style, we've found the best dresses that your bridal party will love.

Read on for the best cabernet bridal party dresses available online.

Our Top Picks

Best Overall:

Birdy Grey Theresa Dress at Birdygrey.com

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Best Budget:

Dressystar Lace Chiffon Sleeveless Formal Dress at Amazon

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Best on Amazon:

Ever-Pretty Semi-Formal Maxi Evening Dress at Amazon

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Best Convertible:

Infinity Dress Convertible Infinity Dress at Infinitydress.com

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Best Midi:

Silk Maison Cowl Neck Maxi Silk Slip Dress at Silkmaison.com

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Best With Sleeves:

Baltic Born Vaughnie Maxi Dress at Balticborn.com

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Best Halter:

Dessy Collection Draped Halter Gown at Macy's

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Best Silky:

Birdy Grey Lisa Long Dress at Birdygrey.com

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Best for Fall:

Lulus Satin Sleeveless Maxi Dress at Lulus

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Best for Winter:

Jenny Yoo Velvet Maxi Dress at Bhldn

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Courtesy of Birdy Grey

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Price at time of publish: $99

Material: 95% polyester, 5% elastane | Size Range: XS-3X

Sizing is one of the trickiest parts of shopping for a bridal party dress—especially if the bride wants everyone in the same dress. This option from Birdy Grey has a fantastic size range, and includes plus-size options and a curve-friendly version of the design, too. Additionally, the dress style feels more universally fitting for most body types and it has convertible straps that can be worn in a multitude of ways, depending on what is most comfortable for the bridal party. The design is timeless so you can even wear it after the wedding for dinner parties, date nights, and more.

Dressystar Lace Chiffon Bridesmaid Dress Sleeveless Formal Wedding Party Dress in Cabernet

Courtesy of Amazon

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Price at time of publish: $99

Material: 100% polyester | Size Range: S-XXL

Bridal party dresses are an investment but, if you’re looking for an option that isn’t so harsh on the wallet, this budget-friendly chiffon dress is our top pick. Available on Amazon—which means you also get the benefit of Prime shipping—the lace bridal party dress is made from a polyester blend with some slight stretch to it, giving it more flexibility as you move (and dance). It features a high neckline with stunning lace detailing and a flowing ankle-length skirt.

Ever-Pretty Sleeveless V-Neck Semi-Formal Maxi Evening Dress in Cabernet

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Price at time of publish: $57

Material: 100% polyester | Size Range: 4-26

If you're looking for a dress that is a bit more formal, we also love this evening gown from Amazon. The dress is made from sheer, flowing fabric with a built-in slip, giving it tons of good dimension in the skirt. It also features a thick ruched waistband for subtle detailing. The dress design is super universal, meaning you could wear it in any season. Plus, it’s simple enough to add some personal style touches and wear it again.

Infinity Dress Burgundy Multiway Convertible Infinity Dress

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Price at time of publish: $60

Material: 100% polyester | Size Range: 4-26

We love a convertible bridal party dress because it allows for style flexibility while ensuring the colors all match up. The Multiway Convertible Infinity Dress is made from a durable and high-quality polyester and spandex blend, which boasts a lot of great stretch and makes it one of the most comfortable dresses on this list. The material is also wrinkle-resistant, so you don’t have to worry about accidentally creasing it and then being called on for more photos.

Silk Maison â90s Forever Cowl Neck Maxi Silk Slip Dress

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Price at time of publish: $189

Material: 100% Mulberry silk | Size Range: XS-L

A trendy, yet timeless, bridal party dress, the cowl neck slip dress from Silk Maison is a gorgeous midi-length option. It’s constructed from a high-quality and ultra-smooth mulberry silk and has adjustable straps that also let you wear it in multiple ways. We love this dress because it’s definitely something the bridal party can wear again, whether it be as a guest at another wedding, or dressed down with a T-shirt underneath and Converse sneakers. Even though it comes with a higher price tag, it provides a lot of value.

Baltic Born Vaughnie Maxi Dress in Merlot

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Price at time of publish: $82

Material: 100% polyester | Size Range: XS-3X

When choosing bridal party dress styles, we always look for designs that have a more inclusive fit—especially when it comes to sleeves. We chose the Baltic Born Vaughnie Maxi Dress for this category because it has these fluttery short sleeves that cover the tops of the arms while adding a nice ruffled detail. The dress also has a good range of sizes, beautiful pleated detailing that adds some nice depth to the skirt and bodice, and a tie-back feature to ensure a nice and snug fit around the waist, while adding a sweet touch.

Dessy Collection Lovely Draped Halter Gown

Courtesy of Macy's

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Price at time of publish: $231

Material: 100% polyester | Size Range: XS-XL

This halter dress from Dessy Collection is our favorite for the bridal party. It features a halter neckline, it also has a high back, so it feels classy and a little more modest for a wedding ceremony. The floor-length gown also has the illusion of a delicate, silky construction, but it’s actually made from a durable and machine-washable polyester material.

Courtesy of Birdy Grey

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Price at time of publish: $99

Material: 100% polyester | Size Range: XS-XL

Constructed from a shiny satin material, our top pick for best silky is this dress from Birdy Grey. The design comes in over a dozen colors, including a rich cabernet color. It offers an elevated spin on the slip dress trend with its floor-length style and mid-thigh movement that offers more room to move and dance (which is very important in a bridal party dress). The dress is fully lined, comes in an excellent range of sizing—including plus sizes—and is made from a durable polyester material with incredible shine.

Lulus Classic Elegance Wine Satin Sleeveless Mock Neck Maxi Dress

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Price at time of publish: $84

Material: 96% polyester, 4% spandex | Size Range: XS-3X

Burgundy is already a fantastic color for fall and when paired with a high neckline—such as in the Sleeveless Mock Neck Maxi Dress from Lulu’s—it can have a nice, cozy appeal. Designed from a polyester and spandex blend, this silk-like slip dress boasts a luxe-looking sheen and elegant neckline, with gathered fabric along the waistline to create more movement and dimension. We love the dress because it works well with all bust sizes, and you can actually wear a bra under it.

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Price at time of publish: $290

Material: Polyester and spandex with polyester lining | Size Range: 0-26

Velvet is our favorite fabric choice for winter bridal party dresses, and this square neck Mara Velvet Maxi Dress from Jenny Yoo is both cozy and elegant. Aside from the incredibly soft fabric, we adore the style the square neckline and bodice, which fits around the body like a glove. And, although it’s made from a thicker material, the dress still has some gorgeous movement to it, thanks to the thigh-high slit and draping in the skirt. The velvet dress is also available in a good range of sizes and has a nice stretch, thanks to the inclusion of spandex in the material.

Courtesy of Revelry

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Price at time of publish: $189

Material: Tulle | Size Range: 0-32

The Serenity Tulle Dress from Revelry is the ideal summer bridal party dress. It features just the right amount of coverage on the skirt to preserve elegance while showing off some skin—which is definitely appreciated on a hot summer day—on top. This is our top pick because, in addition to its breezy design, the mix of fabric adds some beautiful texture to the look, plus the tie detailing on the spaghetti straps feels so whimsical and sweet. It’s also available in sizes 0 through 32 with regular, petite, and tall lengths available, so you can find your perfect fit with ease. You also don’t need to worry as much about tailoring, since you can choose the hem length.

Courtesy of Park & Fifth

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Price at time of publish: $152

Material: Matte polyester crepe | Size Range: XS-3X

We're about a shorter bridal party dress for spring. The Singer Dress from Park & Fifth feels made for spring with it’s floral-like ruffle hem, midi length, and sleek and timeless silhouette. Available in sizes up to 3X and constructed from a matte polyester crepe material, it’s a dress that most in the bridal party will feel comfortable in, and will actually want to rewear for other occasions.

ASTR The Label AMALIA RUCHED SATIN MAXI DRESS

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Price at time of publish: $128

Material: 95% polyester, 5% elastane | Size Range: XS-XL

A cross between a midi dress and a gown, this high-low ankle-length ASTR The Label dress comes in a beautiful cabernet wine color and features a sweetheart neckline and ruched seaming. It’s a high-quality dress, so you can get tons of wear out of it after the nuptials.

Madison Pleated Overlay Satin Maxi Dress

Courtesy of Veiled Collection

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Price at time of publish: $159

Material: 100% satin polyester | Size Range: XXS-2X

For a dress with more coverage, we love this satin maxi dress from Veiled Collection. The pleated floor-length gown features balloon sleeves that cover the arms completely and cinch together at the wrist with chic button detailing. And, the draped bodice and skirt create the look of a wrap dress without a revealing neckline. It’s also made from a high-quality satin polyester material, which gives it just the right amount of luster.

Meet the Expert

Stacy Hamm is a stylist at The Bridal Party at Amsale, a luxury wedding design house based in New York City.

What to Look for in Bridal Party Dresses

Cohesion

Hamm recommends looking at the bridal party dresses next to your wedding dress (or wedding dress fabric) to see how they all look together. If possible, choose dresses with a flexible return policy in case the shades don't work together.

Colors and undertones

It’s also important to consider color options, undertones, and how they differ depending on the fabric finish. According to Hamm, many bridal party dress colors can differ greatly if it has a matte fabric (versus shiny silk or satin).

FAQ

What color is cabernet?

“Cabernet is a deep, rich red,” Hamm explains. “The color varies across different designers and fabrications,” she adds, noting how it can sometimes look like a deep ruby color, too.
What colors go with cabernet?

“Colors that play well with cabernet are other jewel tones,” Hamm says, adding that navy, deep teal, and rose gold all look beautiful with the color. “Cabernet [bridal party] dresses look sharp with groomsmen dressed in French blue or navy suits. You can also soften it with a cayenne color and a deeper, dusty rose, depending on the venue, florals, and other elements at play.”
Who pays for bridal party dresses?

Hamm says, traditionally, the bridal party pays for their dresses. That being said, some brides like to break from tradition and offer to cover a portion of the dresses to help with the cost. And, in some cases, the mother of the bride might also offer to pay for the dresses, too. It's customary for the bride to give the bridal party gifts of jewelry or other accessories to complete their look on the big day.

Why Trust Brides

Contributing writer Jessie Quinn is a bridal-obsessed lifestyle journalist with a bachelor’s degree in fashion journalism. At Brides, she puts a style spin on wedding day fashion and covers everything from sparkling diamond accessories to dance floor-worthy shoes. When researching the best cabernet bridal party dresses, Jessie looked at a range of wine-inspired hues, fabric quality, size range, and versatility. She was also mindful of dresses that could be worn again—especially if they are more of an investment—and options in a range of prices to accommodate every budget.