In today’s fashionable world, bridesmaids are able more and more to choose their own dress. Brides have enough to deal with, and passing on the choices to the attendants means one less thing.

Two tones and two-piece are in vogue this fall as runway trends show, either matching or mixing with the wedding colors. Elegantly designed bridesmaids dress will add charm and interest to the wedding party.

No woman wants to be seen wearing the same dress as another at an event, and bridesmaids are no different. Brides today will be happy to hand over a swatch of fabric and suggest that each girl finds her own dress in that color, that makes her happy, that she can wear again, and that suits her style and figure. A maid will feel more comfortable wearing her choice, and that will show in the photographs. Fall runway trends show that a mix and match wedding is top of the list.

Even the bridesmaid’s different body styles can be discomforting for them. A larger woman with more bust won’t feel a happy in a strapless or figure-hugging sheath. A slenderizing a-line is more suitable. A-lines are a great way to flatter all figures and heights. It will also take away any resentment they may feel for having to wear something she feels in unflattering.

Finding dresses right from the runway trends is not difficult if you use bridal stores that cater to both brides and maids. Finding dresses for the junior bridesmaid and flower girl may be harder. The fall runway trends, though, show that these may be different from the bridesmaids, but may match each other, blending two styles that compliment the bride.