
Modern Alternatives to Traditional Bridesmaid Dresses
The world of weddings is undergoing a change.
Just as brides might favour a tailored two-piece over a floor-sweeping white gown, the same shift away from tradition can also be seen in the styles selected for bridesmaid dresses.
Whether you’re a bride looking for styles for your bridal party or a bridesmaid seeking inspiration for your own dress, our edit of alternative bridesmaid dresses is filled with pieces that act as refreshing palette cleansers for any wedding-weary attendees and will continue to act as worthwhile investment pieces long after the confetti has been swept away.

Far from it only being bouquets and buttonholes that display blooms at a wedding, the bridal party’s sartorial choices get a peek at florals too.In a plethora of shades and hues, there’s always an iteration that matches a wedding’s colour scheme.
Our Flower Silhouette Midi Tea Dress features a print that combines a summer khaki shade with black and is detailed with cream lace that can aptly echo the bride’s attire.
Featuring a mock wrap-front to avoid gaping, our crease-resistant Bright Paisley Wrap Dress + Belt is inflected with blushing candy-pink tones and burnt-orange hues that accompany the flattering midi silhouette. Draw in the waist with the detachable belt or leave it for a looser silhouette.

Swoon Over Statement Shades

Breaking free from the safe colour-palette tropes of traditional bridesmaid styles, occasion dresses in dramatic silhouettes and statement hues offer a decidedly modern alternative.Instead of taupes, lilacs and turquoises, look to island greens, aqua blues and sun yellows. You can still piece together a cohesive wedding-party ensemble, but with a dash more dopamine.
Our Silk Shirred Maxi Dress, Pussybow Halterneck Top, and Wide-Leg Pleated Trouser offer a combination of bridesmaids’ outfits in different cuts that come together for a seamless ensemble. With an adjustable zipped neckline, the dress can be altered to suit different bust sizes while the pussy-bow tie on the sleeveless top can be styled in different ways for versatility.
Something Blue

Dating back to a time when it was thought that it would ward off evil spirits, unique bridesmaid dresses in bold shades of blue are a subtle nod to the age-old adage but with a statement-making modern flair.
Creating a coordinated bridal-party look with a twist, our bespoke Bright Paisley motif features on both a short fit-and-flare dress and a halterneck maxi. With two different hem and sleeve lengths to choose between, there’s a cut and fit to suit every figure and frame; petites can opt for the shorter cut while taller bridesmaids can sport the longer length.
If your heart is torn between a block colour and dainty print, you can still commit to a coordinated line-up that pays homage to this tradition with our edit of prints inflected with the exact same shades of blue. Look to our Multicolour Paisley Floor Length Lace Detail Dress’s scattered print, which features the same aqua shade as our Pop Colour Satin Halter-Neck Dress + Belt.

Joy for the Jumpsuit

The truth of the matter is that while dresses might be synonymous with traditional bridesmaid attire, they aren’t going to appeal to everyone and this is where jumpsuits in luxury fabrics come into their own.Swap fussy detailing and trims in favour of a clean silhouette and bold colour palette for a sleek finish. With an optional belt, our Sporty Colour Block Palazzo and Super Wide-Leg Halterneck jumpsuits switch between an hourglass and relaxed silhouette while the wide legs can be easily shortened without losing their dramatic silhouette to accommodate petites. Better yet, the latter style is crafted from a crease-free yarn that grants it a freshly pressed finish - even at the point of the celebrations when there are only a few people left on the dancefloor in the early hours.
Say Yes To Suits

Not just for the husband-to-be and his groomsmen, suits have a role to play in bridal parties, too. Whether you opt for a subtle pastel hue or a head-turning one, a tailored two-piece is a versatile alternative to traditional bridesmaid dresses and doubles as practical wardrobe investments for your bridesmaids; they can be styled separately throughout the year and act as cherished keepsakes from your wedding for years to come.
Sitting at either end of the colour spectrum, our curation of suits for spring and summer celebrate both soft lemon tones and joyful sunshine ones. Team our Summer Tweed Blazer with either the coordinating wide or tapered-leg trouser for a more subtle approach that can be paired with pastel tones or colour-pop hues to match the rest of your wedding party.
Turning up the volume on colour, our aptly named Pop Colour Short Fitted Blazer and coordinating man pant introduce a bold Sun Yellow colourway to your big day’s palette. Temper with neutral tones and fresh pastels if you’d prefer a more pared-back look.
Destination Weddings

As formalities relax in favour of more intimate, personal “I Do’s”, casual sartorial choices are quickly being adopted to match. Naturally textured, easy to machine wash and with no need to iron, cheesecloth is a fuss-free choice for bridesmaid dresses. Especially apt when it comes to destination weddings on a far-flung beach and summer ones in the British countryside, cheesecloth is breathable, keeps you cool in the heat and chimes with rustic settings.
Our latest collections are filled with cheesecloth pieces in different colours and cuts for you to pick and choose between - from bright blues and saturated greens to classic white and black. For a more carefree feel, opt for a shorter silhouette detailed with ruffled trims by turning to our Cheesecloth Short Swing Dress. With a buttoned neckline, it can be adjusted to accommodate different bust sizes and the dipped hem provides coverage while also retaining the shorter silhouette.
Elegantly draping to a floor-grazing silhouette and featuring the same dipped hem, our Cheesecloth Braided Halterneck Dress + Belt can be cinched in at the waist or left to fall loosely, adapting to suit different styling penchants and figures.