Bridesmaids Dresses/Groomsman Attire etc.

[greekhopefull]

Originally Posted by AOEforme

I thought I had solved my dilemma of "good dress for black tie optional that can be worn again" by selecting black bridesmaids dresses. (We're doing black, white, and pink for our color scheme). The girls can choose a cut that fits them nicely (within guidelines) and I've selected the fabric.

Fiancee is concerned that black, even at an evening reception, will seem more like a funeral than a wedding. Now, I'm also concerned.

Opinions? Would the following ensemble appear too much like a funeral? The pink sash would tie in back, rather than front.

I love this!

[Munchkin03]

I can count on one hand the number of weddings I've been to where the bridesmaids weren't able to have some sort of say in the dress. Maybe it's a new thing?

I've seen everything from selecting one style from J.Crew (which is good for the wear-it-again option), and allowing the maids to pick their colors, to having everyone wear a black dress they like.