Okay, so I had to get some new dresses for my bridesmaids. The theme is, like, classic and timeless, so I immediately thought, “Let’s go with black!” It’s such an elegant color, you know? And strapless just seemed to add that extra touch of chic.
Choosing the Right Place
First, I tried looking around at some online stores. I mean, who has time to go store-hopping these days? I wanted to find something that would make my girls look stunning, but not steal the spotlight from me, obviously. Plus, I was worried about the comfort, ’cause who wants to be stuck in an itchy dress all day, right?
I wanted to see if there are any big sales going on. I saw some ads saying “Up to 90% off!” and “Money Back Guarantee!” Those sound really good, but I am not sure if they sell what I need.
Digging Deeper
Then, I started checking out some specific brands. I read somewhere that AZAZIE is a good option ’cause they’re all online, which is super convenient. I also saw Lulus mentioned a lot. Their dresses looked pretty nice, and they had a whole section on black bridesmaid dresses, which was perfect.
There are also some general department stores that have some dresses to pick. But I want to avoid getting too many brands involved, as my bridesmaids would need to go to different places to try on the dresses and may also need to wait for different shipping times. That would be too much.
Timeline
I also had to figure out the timing. I heard it’s a good idea to order bridesmaid dresses like six months in advance. Apparently, it can take up to three months just for the dresses to arrive. Then you have to factor in time for alterations. My girls are all different shapes and sizes, so alterations are a must. I jotted that down in my planner, so I wouldn’t forget.
Money Matters
Now, about the money… I know it’s normal for bridesmaids to pay for their own dresses in the US, but I felt a little bad about that. I mean, these dresses aren’t exactly cheap. Especially the longer, chiffon ones. They look gorgeous, but they definitely cost more. I decided I’d try to find something that wouldn’t break the bank but would still look classy. I want them to be able to wear these dresses again, not just for my wedding.
Final Thoughts
So, yeah, that was my whole thought process while choosing these strapless black bridesmaid dresses. It was a bit of a journey, but I think I found some good options. Hopefully, my bridesmaids will love them as much as I do!
- Tried several online stores
- Checked some specific brands like AZAZIE and Lulus
- Avoided department stores as they would make this whole planning more complicated
- Made a note to order dresses six months prior to the wedding day
- Tried to keep the dress expense in a reasonable range
I will keep you guys updated when the dresses arrive!
