Curious about the colours currently trending for bridesmaid outfits? Here we’re sharing which bright, neutral and pastel palettes will be topping the best dressed lists this year, along with plenty of well-styled wedding parties to share with yours for inspiration. And while they say fashion trends circle back, we can confirm peach taffeta circa 1986 remains where it belongs (shoved in a box at the back of the closet). Let’s get stuck into these stunning looks!
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Earthy Neutrals
Neutral hues are getting a rich earthy twist in 2023! Softer shades like sand, oatmeal and taupe make way for rust, ochre, sienna and chocolate this year. This autumnal palette is perfect for modern boho weddings and mix and match bridal party looks, so you can have fun styling your maids in these warm and understated colours.
Whether they remind you of a desert sunset at the height of summer or deciduous trees in the fall, earthy tones can be worn any time of year. Flattering on everyone, these chic neutrals are especially helpful for online shopping with a long distance gang!
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Popping Pinks
Viva Magenta is Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2023 and what a happy burst of colour it is! A tropical favourite, this fuschia-red blend will be a standout accent for spring and summer weddings, working beautifully as a colour pop balanced with softer pink hues.
For a sweet candy fix, pair with white and blush or go full Malibu Barbie with contrasting coral and flamingo pink. And if you want to warm up your winter wedding, adding a dash of drama with this crimson shade for your bridesmaid dresses will do the trick!
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Blue Hues
Bridesbabes in blue are still high on the colour hit list this year. With so many tranquil shades to choose from, blue is a firm favourite, from the merest hint of tint in icy tones to deeper hues of sapphire and cerulean.
The colour of calm stands alone or pairs beautifully with tangerine for summer celebrations and red and burgundy for winter weddings. Ramp up the saturation for statement looks for your wedding party or keep it ethereal in pretty pastel!
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Shades of Green
Olive, forest and sage green are the clear winners for weddings this year. And as this natural colour palette represents new beginnings, it’s a meaningful choice for your bridesmaid dresses.
But how do you choose between these beautiful tones? Soothing sage green is a stunning pick for the warmer months, versatile olive green plays well with neutrals all year round and cool toned forest green is a darker hue you’ll spot most at winter weddings. Whether you style your crew in slinky silks or crushed velvets, matching your chosen shade to the foliage of your floral arrangements will ground your look.
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Modern Monochrome
Some trends are timeless, and black and white will always be a classic! This high contrast look is an elegant choice for black tie weddings, especially when paired with minimalist blooms. Simple and sleek, it gives your bridesmaids plenty of opportunity to play with different silhouettes.
If you want your celebration to be an explosion of colour, black and white can be the perfect foil for putting your creative styling on show. Black adds moody drama to jewel toned weddings, while fresh white effortlessly complements any light and bright palette. If you’re mixing and matching bridesmaid dress styles, this is one time to ensure the shade is the same for a totally cohesive look!
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