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Tuesday, September 1, 2009



Planning a wedding can indeed be very stressful at times, but also pretty exciting too. This just takes me back to the time when I was getting married! There were so many different suggestions and opinions coming from family members, friends and so on. But, the end result is just worth it all. One can easily become overwhelmed by all of the tiny details, but getting all the errands done can bring about a lot of fun and excitement into this very special and memorable event. I remember how excited I was when it was time to taste the different selection of cakes, selecting the wedding favors, visiting the floral shop, but, most of all I remember how excited I was trying on all the different styles of wedding dresses. There is a lot that is needed to be done at this time, but proper planning and coordination is extremely important to achieving a wedding that looks fabulous from the invitations to the bridesmaid dresses, the flower girl dresses and ring bearer suits.

Getting down to having all of this done in a timely fashion can of course be tiring tasks. Choosing just the right color and style of dress for the wedding party can become more of a time consuming task other than making a final decision on the bridal gown.
It is very important to remember that everyone within the bridal party does have their own individual tastes in color and styles which needs to be taken into consideration. Once the bridesmaid dresses are all taken care you still have the flower girls and the ring bearer of the bridal party to be dressed. Putting together your flower girl dresses does not have to be a tedious task and most people sometimes make it out to be. You can eliminate all the additional stress by simply putting into use a few tips from the pro.

Bridal Themes and Flower Girl Dresses

Color, style and theme are extremely important when it comes to choosing the perfect flower girl dresses. Set aside some time in which you can decide your themes and colors before making that trip to the bridal shop or the flower girl dress store. For example, decide if you want a formal or casual wedding or what if it’s a destination wedding? What type of style do I want for my bridesmaid and flower girl dresses? Do I have a specific color preference for my wedding party dresses, and if so, do I want the same colors for my wedding attendants? These are all important questions that can be critical if not decided upon your final dress selections. Next, decide whether the flower girl dresses should match with the bridal gown, bridesmaid dresses or should you have a flower girl dress that is different in style and color.

Coordinating Flower Girl Dresses with the Bridal Gown:

In these modern times it is by far the most popular for the flower girl dress to be of the color and style of the bridal gown. However, it is sometimes not appropriate for the little girls to be dressed in a halter or strapless gown. A lot of little girls would love to be dressed up in these type of styles, but remember to be cautious in keeping the flower girl dresses you choose, to be within the appropriate age bracket.
If you would like to have the flower girl dress coordinate with the bridal gown, then consider yourself lucky since the options available today are numerous. For the bride wearing a strapless gown with a traditional flowing skirt, a white flower girl dress with spaghetti straps would definitely be an excellent choice. Depending upon the age group chosen for your flower girls, a choice of a satin A-line dress with beadwork on the bodice and a tulle overlay guarantees that the little one is ready to do her job in style. Not all of the time it is required for them to be wearing a veil, but today there are so many different choices of hair accessories and up dos and so much more that can be a beautiful addition for this look.

Having Your Flower Girl Dresses Coordinate with your Bridesmaid Dresses

Brides may choose to have the members of the bridal party, including the flower girls, to wear coordinating dresses, which allows for a more dramatic entrance. However, this does not necessarily mean that the flower girls and bridesmaids need to wear the exact same dresses. As a matter of fact, the flower girl may even wear the color of the bridal gown in the style of the bridesmaids’ dresses. But, remember to get age-appropriate versions of these dresses for the little girls.
A simple flower girl style for weddings of any season starts with the simple yet elegant A-line skirt that has been made popular by bridesmaid dresses, sometimes with the sash color matching those of the bridesmaid. In a white or diamond white dress with spaghetti straps and a delicate sweetheart or square neckline, your flower girl will look simply adorable and beautiful walking down the aisle.

Coordinating Multiple Flower Girl Dresses
Another option that is less popular is, coordinating multiple flower girl dresses. First you need to decide if you want your flower girls to be wearing the same colors as the bridesmaids, or if the colors will be different shades taken from the bridal bouquet. Going with this option can certainly add beautiful colors to your wedding photos.
Satin or Organza tea-length ball gowns are a great style for this particular look. A-line dresses with wide straps are simply beautiful and age appropriate but, still elegant. A beautiful blend of colors are perfect for pictures, so try mixing and matching colors. For example, choose a plum dress with lilac sash for one flower girl, and a lilac dress with plum sash for the other. Or, try this with varying shades of the colors that make up the wedding’s overall scheme. Either way, coordinating flower girl dresses can be done in a heartbeat.
Whether you are modeling flower girl dresses after the bridal gown, bridesmaid dresses or simply coordinating multiple flower girl dresses, it is advisable to keep the dresses age appropriate and consider your overall wedding theme and what it consists of.


by: Blush Kids