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Chiffon Wishes and Tissue-Taffeta Dreams

I first mentioned in December that I'd been asked to be a bridesmaid, for the 2nd time. And yesterday, we went bridesmaid gown shopping! I probably tried on about 30+ dresses during our 4-store excursion and here are a few of my favorites:

Alvina Valenta
Duet satin modified A-line gown. Strapless sweetheart neckline with tailored topstitch detailed seams on bodice and belt with crystal buckle detail at natural waist.
 
 
Jim Hjelm
Satin-faced taffeta strapless trumpet gown, gathered fawn empire bodice with attached chocolate sash.
  
Radiant chiffon A-line gown, ruffled V-neckline, gathered band at natural waist
 
Satin-faced taffeta A-line gown, strapless sweetheart neckline, pleated bodice accented with fawn band and bow, dropped waist.

David's Bridal
Sleeveless satin V-neck with slim skirt
Spaghetti-strapped satin gown with fluted skirt.
Sleeveless long chiffon dress with charmeuse rounded neckline and sash at waist.
The bride has not decided whether or not her seven bridesmaids will all wear the same style or choose based upon their individual tastes, so we'll see.

Which do you like best???



Rashana Anderson
Founder & Managing Director, The Bridal Party

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Jacob's Mommy said…
I like the Satin-faced taffeta
A-line, strapless by Jim Hjelm. It would be stunning on you.
May 3, 2009 at 7:12 PM
Nicole Thompson said…
I am loving the "pleated bodice accented with fawn band and bow, dropped waist" dress. Fabulous!
May 3, 2009 at 11:54 PM
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