Should my bridal party all wear the same color blue?

Although it's traditional for a bridal party to not only wear the same color but the exact same dress, brides are moving away from this standard and choosing mismatched dresses for their attendants. That said, if your crew all wear a different shade, they should complement one another.

Should my bridal party wear the same outfit?

If you decide you'd like them all to dress the same, take into consideration your wedding party 's body types and preferences. Even more, you can let your crew choose from a few different dresses that you've picked out and think go well together

What shade of blue should I choose?

Pastel, robin's-egg, and sky blue befit a spring or summer wedding , while royal and navy blue are common shades for fall or winter. It's not a hard-and-fast rule, though; it's ultimately up to what you think will suit your décor and theme.

30 Best Blue Bridesmaid Dresses of 2022

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Three bridesmaids in blue walking behind a bride — Photo by Valorie Darling

When it comes to wedding color palettes, blue is a classic. Whether it's in décor, a something-blue accessory, the stationery suite, flowers, or even the escort card display, you can expect blue details in at least one of the weddings you attend. Blue is, naturally, a fitting hue for a nautical or seaside ceremony, but with so many shades to choose from, you can incorporate blue details into your wedding no matter the season or location.

One place where blue feels right at home is in bridal party dresses. A blue dress is a tried-and-true look that will flatter your whole team. Some might not love the idea of wearing bolder colors, like green or yellow, but blue is one color that just looks good on everyone. Luckily, there are scores of blue wedding party dresses to choose from. Whether you plan to outfit your crew in long-sleeved gowns for a winter wedding or strapless dresses for summer nuptials, there's guaranteed to be a style perfect for your squad.

Read on for the best blue dresses your wedding party will love.

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Most Comfortable: BHLDN Adena Dress

Woman in a square-neck navy blue column dress with a side slit — Courtesy of BHLDN

This stretchy, square-neck maxi dress is as comfortable as it is flirty. This one will get you points for life with your besties.

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For Whimsical Bridesmaids: Fame and Partners The Kira Dress

Model in a low-cut blue dress with ruffles on the sleeves and hemline and a side slit — Courtesy of Fame and Partners

This silk charmeuse gown is like the blue version of the dancing emoji. With ruffles adorning the shoulders and hemline, it's a perfectly romantic choice for your wedding party.

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Best Wrap Dress: All in Favor Dolman Plissé Midi Dress

Model in a royal blue wrap dress — Courtesy of Nordstrom

Give your bridal party a modern take on a classic blue dress. This wrap dress featuring a center knot and plissé pleats gives us serious Studio 54 feels.

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For Sparkle-Lovers: Adrianna Papell Madigan Dress

Woman in a high-neck sleeveless navy blue dress with a shimmery art-deco pattern — Courtesy of Adrianna Papell

This beaded navy blue shift dress by Adrianna Papell would be right at home in a black-tie wedding. Add a flower crown, however, and it's rustic-chic ready.

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Best One-Shoulder: leena For Mac Duggal Ruffle One-Shoulder Mermaid Gown

Woman in a blue one-shoulder ruffle mermaid gown — Courtesy of Nordstrom

A one-shoulder gown is another home run for a black-tie occasion. The ruffle sleeve and mermaid silhouette are the perfect fashion-forward elements for your bridal party.

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Best High-Low: Alfred Sung V-Neck Sleeveless Sateen Twill Cocktail Dress

Model in a v-neck mini high-low hem cocktail dress — Courtesy of Neiman Marcus

Your crew will definitely re-wear this cocktail dress with a high-low skirt. The V-neck adds just the right amount of sexy for any event.

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For a Modern Look: Dessy Collection Strapless Notch Crepe Jumpsuit with Pockets

Model in a strapless blue jumpsuit — Courtesy of The Dessy Group

We love a modern take on bridal party dresses around here! With convenient pockets, this blue jumpsuit is every fashion-forward bride's dream.

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For a Formal Wedding: Dessy Collection Off-the-Shoulder Draped Chiffon Maxi Dress

Model in ruched off-the-shoulder A-line blue gown — Courtesy of The Dessy Group

Dessy's off-the-shoulder chiffon gown is another perfect choice for a black-tie wedding. With ruched paneling across the bodice, it's a classic choice that is ultra-flattering.

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For a Classic Look: Reformation Ingrid Dress

Model in a spaghetti strapped dark blue floor-length dress with a skirt slit — Courtesy of Reformation

You can’t go wrong with a classic tube dress. This gown can be worn with spaghetti straps or strapless, at the discretion of your bridal party.

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Best Off-the-Shoulder: Watters Evelyn Dress

Model in a royal blue velvet off-shoulder gown with a plunging neckline and skirt slit — Courtesy of Watters

Trust us, you'll win bride of the year if your wedding party gets to wear this stretch velvet gown. With off-the-shoulder sleeves and an illusion V-neckline, it's sexy without going overboard.

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Best for Dancing: Fame and Partners Subtle Sweetheart Neckline Strapless Jumpsuit

Model in a strapless royal blue jumpsuit — Courtesy of Fame and Partners

This simple yet stylish jumpsuit is another edgy take on a classic. It'll have your whole crew on the dance floor all night.

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For a Mismatched Look: Birdy Grey Jane Convertible Dress

Model in a navy blue ruffle paneled off-shoulder gown — Courtesy of Birdy Grey

This convertible gown can easily make the case for a mismatched bridal party look. You can wear it as a cold-shoulder, spaghetti-strap, or sleeved V-neck gown for a romantic and trendy look.

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For a Retro Look: Jenny Yoo Ellis Velvet Dress

Model in a blue velvet v-neck gown with flutter sleeves

We're loving all things velvet right now! This dress gives us 90s feels with a modern V-neckline and flutter sleeves. (Not to mention a sexy open back!)

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Most Customizable: Fame and Partners Scoop Mermaid Grown

Sign us up for this gorgeous strappy gown with strategic side cutouts. (The fit, neckline, length, and more are customizable, so expect many thank yous.)

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Best Halter-Neck: Birdy Grey Grace Convertible Dress

Model in a dark blue A-line gown with a halter neckline — Courtesy of Birdy Grey

We love a halter dress (especially one that can be converted to strapless), and this one is extra feminine and elegant in an airy chiffon fabric. It even has pockets—lip gloss, check!

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Best Deal: Lulus Own the Night Navy Blue Strapless Maxi Dress

Model in a strapless navy blue gown with a side slit in the front — Courtesy of Lulus

An ultra-affordable dress that can be dressed up or dressed down is always a smart choice, and this one can definitely be repurposed for other occasions. The criss-cross bodice with a sash that ties into a bow at the back is so adorable.

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Most Versatile: BHLDN Caron V-Neck Crepe Dress

Model in a dark blue V-neck dress with a tulip skirt with a gathered waist — Courtesy of BHLDN

Featuring a tulip hemline with gathering and a flattering V-neckline, this dress is ideal for your bridal party. Seriously, just imagine everywhere they can wear this versatile look again!

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For a Summer Wedding: Reformation Twilight Dress

Model in a mid-length blue dress with tie straps and a skirt slit — Courtesy of Reformation

This mid-length dress with whimsical tie straps and a side slit is perfect for an outdoor, warm-weather wedding. With a relaxed skirt and a stretchy smocked back bodice, it's the perfect combination of breezy and sophisticated.

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Best Relaxed Fit: Reformation Winslow Dress

This ultra-flattering wrap dress with kimono sleeves will guarantee your crew will thank you for years to come. Its relaxed fit provides so much comfort, and it's also super versatile, so there will be plenty of chances to re-wear it.

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For a Daytime Wedding: Show Me Your Mumu Jess Ruffle Midi Dress

Model in a light blue ruffled gown with a high-low hem and flutter sleeves, with a tie at the waist — Courtesy of Show Me Your Mumu

Day wedding, night wedding, who cares? This fun, flouncy mock wrap dress by Show Me Your Mumu is perfect for a daytime affair but will look just as great after the sun sets.

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Best Slip: Show Me Your Mumu Verona Cowl Dress

Model in a mid-length light blue satin slip gown with a cowl neck — Courtesy of Show Me Your Mumu

This dress is right on trend for your fashion-forward friends, and the light blue hue is great for a springtime wedding. The silky slip with a cowl-neck is so now, and also kind of 1999. We love it.

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For a Black-Tie Wedding: Revelry Skye Satin Dress

Model in a cowl neck satin blue floor-length gown — Courtesy of Revelry

This totally classic cowl-neck satin gown is perfect for a black-tie wedding or more formal affair. The spaghetti straps and knee-high slit offer this gown just the right amount of flirtiness alongside timeless elegance.

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For a Boho Wedding: Lovely Harlow Gown

Model in a long-sleeved periwinkle ruffled A-line gown with side cutouts — Courtesy of The Dessy Group

We love the bishop sleeves and side and back cutouts on this adorable bohemian dress. It's ideal for a boho ceremony, and trust us, your squad will definitely wear this one again.

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For a Garden Wedding: Watters Lucy Dress

Model in a light blue, wispy V-neck gown with lace trim along the skirt — Courtesy of Watters

This ultra-romantic gown with lace trim is perfect for a garden wedding. The plunging neckline adds sexiness, while the wispy skirt is light, airy, and great for dancing.

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For a Beach Wedding: Lulus All About Love Slate Blue Maxi Dress

Model in a V-neck sleeveless light blue gown with a cascading skirt — Courtesy of Lulus

We don't know which we love better: the color of this dress, which resembles a clear summer sky, or the cascading maxi skirt that makes it perfect for a breezy seaside affair. Plus, the fitted high waist and surplice bodice is ultra-flattering.

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For a Spring Wedding: Morilee Chiffon Gown With Off-the-Shoulder Flutter Sleeves

Model in off-the-shoulder dark blue gown with lace sleeves and bodice — Courtesy of Morilee

Were you looking for a classic, romantic, and fashionable all-in-one bridal party outfit? Look no further than this lace-adorned chiffon gown with sheer off-the-shoulder sleeves, perfect for a spring garden party wedding.

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For a Festive Wedding: Adrianna Papell Scoop-Back Sequin Gown

Model in three-quarter-sleeve allover blue sequined maxi dress — Courtesy of Adrianna Papell

Calling all New Year's Eve brides! This sparkly gem of a dress fits in all the right places and will certainly have your bridal party in the mood to hit the dance floor.

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Trendiest: Revelry Abigail Chiffon Dress

Model in light blue off-the-shoulder flutter sleeve chiffon dress — Courtesy of Revelry

This boho dream dress came straight off a Pinterest board. The flutter sleeve top can work as an off-the-shoulder, one-shoulder, or two-shoulder look, allowing for the ultimate customization.

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Best Draping: Azazie Naima Dress

We love this gown's adjustable bow tie and asymmetrical one-shoulder draping. You can make it a bow at the shoulder, a necktie, or even a belt.

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Best Allover Lace: Fame and Partners Dona Lace Maxi Dress

Model in a light blue sleeveless allover lace dress with a v-neck — Courtesy of BHLDN

Who doesn't love a little—or a lot—of lace? This lovely, romantic V-neck gown with a flowing silhouette will flatter everyone in your bridal party.

FAQ

Should my bridal party all wear the same color blue?

Although it's traditional for a bridal party to not only wear the same color but the exact same dress, brides are moving away from this standard and choosing mismatched dresses for their attendants. That said, if your crew all wear a different shade, they should complement one another.
Should my bridal party wear the same outfit?

If you decide you'd like them all to dress the same, take into consideration your wedding party's body types and preferences. Even more, you can let your crew choose from a few different dresses that you've picked out and think go well together
What shade of blue should I choose?

Pastel, robin's-egg, and sky blue befit a spring or summer wedding, while royal and navy blue are common shades for fall or winter. It's not a hard-and-fast rule, though; it's ultimately up to what you think will suit your décor and theme.