BRIDESMAID DRESSES

chris605 Posted: Oct 23, 2003 04:44 PM

BRIDESMAID DRESSES

I need some help - I have a bm who is very big - I dont mean that in a mean way....I am just being honest - Any suggestions for dresses for her???

btrflygrl Posted: Oct 23, 2003 04:46 PM

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my friend had this situation...it was NEVER a problem in her eyes...we all go to pick our dresses, they had to be same color...the larger lady made her own dress in a matching color.

Edited to add pic, which isn't posting....grrr

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BMD'sPeanut Posted: Oct 23, 2003 04:53 PM

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or you could try using one manufactuer (this ensures same color and fabric) and then just choose a different style for each girl!
this is what i might do. i have ten very differently shaped ladies!

chris605 Posted: Oct 23, 2003 04:53 PM

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what a great idea - they looked so pretty.
thank you.

chris605 Posted: Oct 23, 2003 05:39 PM

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Anyone know manufacturers I could look at??

kptoys Posted: Oct 23, 2003 05:43 PM

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Most manufacturers make dresses from size 4-54. They can also buy additional fabric if it is needed bigger than a 54.

I only know this cause I asked the people at the Bridal Suite

June2004Bride Posted: Oct 23, 2003 05:46 PM

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you can also get 2 piece dresses they tend to look good on all body sizes. most manufacturers have plus sizes so you can get the same dress for all the girls. just try a style that will be flatering on all.!!!

soon2bmrs2004 Posted: Oct 23, 2003 06:04 PM

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I think Alfred Angelo makes lovely dresses in larger sizes. Other than that I am pretty sure most manufactures make dresses up to a size 24.

ss2002 Posted: Oct 23, 2003 06:18 PM

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I struggled to find BM dresses that all my BMs would love and feel good in. The girls ranged from my 100 lb sister to my best friend who is much larger.

They ended up choosing a 2 piece by Alexis (found it at RK).

The a-line skirt was flattering on everyone. The top is a stretchy velvet, which is a very forgiving fabric.

Ugh...the color is waaay off on the computer!!

gpsyeyes Posted: Oct 23, 2003 08:01 PM

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this is the dress my bm's wore - it was flattering for all

kaangel217 Posted: Oct 23, 2003 08:06 PM

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All the girls in our wedding are different sizes and shapes, so I picked out the designer I went with seperates. I choose the color. I let all the girls pick out what tops they wanted and they are all wearing a-line skirts.

WeddingsRock Posted: Oct 23, 2003 09:23 PM

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Not being a slender person myself (size 18), I too have had this problem and nothing is more embarrassing then not fitting into anything that the manufacturers make. However, Bari Jay carries larger sizes (up too a standard womans 24) and then you can order extra material at 175.00 per panel. It can get quite costly. One wedding I was in where I was not the largest person in the wedding, the bride choose a two piece where the tops were a 3/4 sleeve stretchy velvet from Bloomingdales. This worked out nicely since the shirts came in smaller sizes as well! Good Luck in your search! Keep us posted!

Jordan Posted: Oct 23, 2003 09:26 PM

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Most manufacturers make dresses from size 4-54.

54? I've only seen up to 24 - after that you need to buy extra fabric to add to the dress.

kathleenmarie Posted: Oct 24, 2003 06:00 AM

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go on Alfred Angelo.com or Emme they both have great dresses for Plus size My dress is Emme the girls are alfred angelo. Your local bridal shop can order a sample of the dress you like!