6 universally flattering bridesmaid colours

Being a bridesmaid often means wearing something less than flattering down the aisle in a show of support for your best girlfriend, but it doesn't have to be this way. Here are six beautiful colours that will flatter every bridesmaid.

Creamy shades of delicate pink are the perfect hues for a wide variety of skin tones and they're a classic touch that earns the bridesmaid seal of approval.

• This delicate shade pairs well with both gold and silver jewellery, which adds to its versatility.

A feminine and flattering neutral, grey offers versatility by working well with practically any colour choice.

• Charcoal shades are particularly figure-friendly, while softer shades add an ethereal touch to a modern celebration.

Teal is noted as one of the most universally flattering colours, which makes it an excellent choice for bridesmaid dresses.

• Due to its position opposite pink on the colour wheel, this rich shade easily accentuates rosy complexions and pink accents.

Lavender is associated with femininity and its floral namesake. This flattering shade ranges from soft pastel notes to saturated vibrancy, allowing it to complement a variety of complexions.

• Its bluish purple tone is optimal for mixing with the traditional touch of "something blue" and floral decor.

Women either have cool or warm complexions which means that either silver or gold will flatter them more, respectively.

• By dressing bridesmaids in metallic shades, everyone gets to look their best.
• Choose dresses that either have silver and gold shades mixed together or place each bridesmaid in the appropriate hue for a pretty and modern blend.

Weddings are typically filled with flowers, and they make perfect sense adorning bridesmaid dresses as well.

• Floral prints work well because they come in every palette imaginable and with the variety of large and small prints, they flatter any body type.

Choosing the right fit for a bridesmaid dress is as critical as choosing the perfect fabric colour. When making your selection, keep the following considerations in mind:

• Darker colours are universally slimming.
• A-line cuts are flattering to all figures.
• Petite bridesmaids look best in shorter hemlines, whereas taller women can more easily wear floor-sweeping styles.
• Match prints to body size: smaller bridesmaids look better in small prints while larger body types benefit from the proportion of bold print sizes.

Choosing a style of dress that works well on a variety of bridesmaids is an important part of the wedding preparation process.

Bridesmaid dresses should complement the colour scheme of the ceremony as well as the bridesmaids wearing them, and a flattering colour and fit ensures that each bridesmaid is happy on the big day.