Choosing the right bridesmaid dress colors can completely change the look of your wedding party. And with so many gorgeous shades to choose from, narrowing it down can be harder than it sounds, and more overwhelming than it needs to be.
From soft neutrals and romantic pastels to rich jewel tones and colorful seasonal shades, there is a bridesmaid dress color for just about every wedding style. I’m rounding up some of the most popular colors to consider, plus ideas for mixing shades if you don’t want everyone in the exact same dress. Hopefully this helps you narrow it down a bit and reduce your color stress. Let’s get started!
QUICK TIP: Don’t feel like every bridesmaid has to wear the exact same color. You can choose different shades from the same color family or let your bridesmaids wear complementary colors for a more collected look.
Most Popular Bridesmaid Dress Colors
These are some of the bridesmaid dress colors you’ll see again and again for weddings, from classic neutrals to pretty seasonal shades.
Sage Green Bridesmaid Dresses
Sage green is soft, romantic and incredibly easy to work into a wedding color palette. It looks especially pretty with white flowers, greenery, champagne, ivory and warm neutrals.
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Champagne Bridesmaid Dresses
Champagne is a beautiful choice for a neutral wedding palette. It’s warm without being too bold and works especially well for elegant, romantic or formal weddings.
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Black Bridesmaid Dresses
Black bridesmaid dresses are timeless, sophisticated and surprisingly versatile. They’re especially pretty for formal weddings, evening celebrations and modern black-and-white color palettes.
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Olive Green Bridesmaid Dresses
Olive green is a beautiful choice when you want something earthy, elegant, and a little different from the usual wedding colors. This deeper green works especially well for fall weddings, garden celebrations, and rustic or boho-inspired wedding styles.
Olive is also easy to pair with other colors, including ivory, champagne, dusty rose, terracotta, and warm neutrals. If you’re planning a mismatched bridal party, olive green can be especially pretty mixed with other muted, earthy shades.
Burnt Orange Bridesmaid Dresses
Burnt orange brings a warm, rich color to the bridal party. It’s an especially pretty choice for fall weddings and pairs beautifully with rust, terracotta, burgundy, cream and greenery.
Dusty Blue Bridesmaid Dresses
Dusty blue is a soft alternative to traditional navy and works beautifully for spring, summer and coastal-inspired weddings. Pair it with ivory, white, greenery or soft blush for a romantic palette.
Dusty Rose Bridesmaid Dresses
Dusty rose gives you that romantic pink look without feeling overly bright. It’s a pretty choice for garden weddings, spring celebrations and soft neutral palettes.
Burgundy Bridesmaid Dresses
Burgundy is rich, dramatic and especially gorgeous for fall and winter weddings. It looks beautiful alongside blush, champagne, dusty rose, navy and warm neutrals.
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Navy Bridesmaid Dresses
Navy is one of those colors that works practically anywhere. It’s classic enough for a formal wedding but easy to dress down, too, and it pairs well with almost any floral palette.
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Bridesmaid Dress Colors by Season
Not sure which colors make sense for your wedding date? The season can be an easy starting point. You don’t have to follow a strict seasonal color palette, but certain shades naturally work well with the flowers, foliage and overall feeling of each time of year.
Spring Bridesmaid Dress Colors
Spring weddings are perfect for lighter, softer shades. Think sage green, dusty blue, dusty rose, blush, lavender and soft champagne.
Summer Bridesmaid Dress Colors
For a summer wedding, you can go light and airy or embrace more color. Dusty blue, sage green, pink, lavender, champagne and navy all work beautifully, depending on your venue and wedding style.
Fall Bridesmaid Dress Colors
Fall is where the richer colors really shine. Burnt orange, burgundy, olive green, rust and deep navy are gorgeous choices for an autumn wedding, especially when paired with warm neutrals and seasonal flowers.
Winter Bridesmaid Dress Colors
Winter weddings lend themselves to deeper, more dramatic shades. Consider burgundy, black, navy, emerald, plum and rich neutrals for a sophisticated winter palette.
How to Choose Your Bridesmaid Dress Colors
Before you pick a shade, think about the overall look you want your wedding party to have. Your venue, flowers and wedding decor can all help narrow it down.
Look at Your Wedding Flowers
Your bridesmaid dresses don’t have to match your flowers exactly. In fact, choosing complementary colors can make your bouquet and bridal party look even more interesting.
If your flowers already have several colors in them, a neutral bridesmaid dress can let the flowers take center stage. If your flowers are mostly white or greenery, you have more freedom to make the dresses the statement.
Think About the Venue
A ballroom, garden, barn, beach or city venue can each create a completely different feeling. Look at the colors already present in your venue before committing to a dress color, especially if you’re getting married somewhere with colorful walls, patterned floors or distinctive decor.
Don’t Forget Your Bridesmaids
You’ll want to love the color, but it’s worth thinking about how the shade will look across your whole bridal party, too. If you’re having everyone wear the same color, choose something versatile. If you love several shades, consider letting your bridesmaids choose from a curated color palette instead.
Can Bridesmaids Wear Different Colors?
Absolutely! Mismatched bridesmaid dresses can look incredibly intentional when the colors are chosen as part of the same palette.
You could choose several shades of one color, such as different greens, pinks or blues. Or, choose complementary colors that work together without requiring every dress to match.
The key is giving your bridesmaids a little direction. You might specify a color family, a few approved shades or a particular palette so the finished look still feels cohesive.
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Bridesmaid Dress Color Combinations
Want your bridesmaids to wear different colors? A thoughtfully chosen color combination can make the bridal party look coordinated without making every dress match. Here are a few bridesmaid dress color combinations I love for different wedding styles and seasons.
- Sage green + champagne: Soft, elegant and perfect for a romantic or garden wedding.
- Dusty blue + dusty rose: A pretty mix of cool blue and muted pink that works beautifully for spring and summer weddings.
- Olive green + champagne: Earthy and sophisticated, especially pretty for fall weddings.
- Burgundy + dusty rose: A rich and romantic combination that looks gorgeous for fall and winter celebrations.
- Navy + dusty blue: A classic blue palette that feels polished without being too formal.
- Burnt orange + burgundy: Warm, bold and made for an autumn wedding.
- Black + champagne: A timeless combination for a formal, elegant or modern wedding.
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You can keep the colors coordinated by choosing shades with a similar level of softness or warmth. And if you’re letting your bridesmaids choose their own dresses, giving them a specific color palette can make the final look feel intentional while still letting each person find a style they love.
Bridesmaid Dress Colors by Wedding Style
| Romantic | Dusty rose, blush, champagne, mauve |
| Garden | Sage green, dusty blue, soft pink, lavender |
| Modern | Black, champagne, navy, charcoal |
| Fall | Burnt orange, terracotta, burgundy, rust |
| Winter | Burgundy, emerald, navy, black |
| Beach | Dusty blue, sage, seafoam, champagne |
| Classic | Navy, champagne, dusty blue, black |
Bridesmaid Dress Color FAQs
What are the most popular bridesmaid dress colors?
Some of the most popular bridesmaid dress colors include sage green, champagne, dusty blue, dusty rose, navy, burgundy and black. The best choice depends on your wedding season, venue, flowers and overall style.
Do bridesmaid dresses have to match the wedding colors?
No. Your bridesmaid dresses don’t have to match your wedding colors exactly. You can choose a complementary shade that works with your flowers, decor and overall wedding palette.
Can bridesmaids wear different colors?
Yes! Bridesmaids can wear different colors as long as the shades work together. You can choose several colors from the same palette or give your bridesmaids a few complementary shades to choose from.
What bridesmaid dress colors are best for fall weddings?
Burnt orange, burgundy, olive green, rust and navy are popular choices for fall weddings. You can also mix warm neutrals or softer shades into the palette for a more varied look.
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ONE LAST THING: Your bridesmaid dress color doesn’t have to match every single wedding detail. Pick a shade you love, make sure it works with your overall palette, and don’t be afraid to mix things up a little.
Emma Arendoski
Emma is the CEO of Emmaline Bride (est. 2009) and published author of two wedding books: "The Handcrafted Wedding" and "The Inspired Wedding" (Sellers Publishing, Inc.) She is a leading wedding expert, coordinator, wife, mother, and coffee lover. Read her latest book: The Inspired Wedding. Follow on Emmaline Baby for baby + kids inspiration.
