2024 INS & OUTS: BRIDESMAID EDITION

We’ve all seen the trend: In’s and Out’s for 2024. My personal “in’s” for 2024 include practicing gratitude, a consistent vitamin regimen, an upgraded hair care routine and planning intentional date nights! My personal “out’s” for 2024 include expensive mascara (it isn’t any better than the drugstore options), letting groceries go bad before using them, comparing my path to others and imposter syndrome.

But what about in’s and out’s for bridesmaids? Let’s get into it!

IN FOR BRIDESMAIDS: HONORING INDIVIDUAL BUDGETS

With the trend of mismatched dresses, has come more versatility in finding a dress that fits the bride’s style and the bridesmaid’s budget. I love talking to brides who are mindful of their friends’ spending on items for their wedding. When you work with Gathered Assembly, we’ll reach out to your bridesmaids so they can privately share their budgets. When you get your selections, you can have peace of mind knowing they are respectful of your besties’ budgets.

Out for bridesmaids: dresses all made of the same fabric

I love mismatched dresses - but I think if you go for an eclectic mix, you gotta go all in! Dresses that are all the same fabric with different cuts is out for 2024, sorry!

in for bridesmaids: encouraging silhouettes that flatter each gal

You want your bridesmaids to feel confident standing next to you at the altar. And just like their unique personalities, they will each feel their best in different styles and silhouettes. For some that might be form fitting, for others that might be A-line and for others that might be a jumpsuit! When you work with Gathered Assembly, we will ask each of your bridesmaids not only their size to ensure our suggestions are inclusive, but also any specifications for fit. Whether they’re pregnant, post-partum, want more chest coverage, need their dress to fit their height or non-binary we can find options that make them feel glam.

Out for bridesmaids: group chats and email chains

One way to elevate wedding planning stress? Your phone pinging you constantly. It’s 2024 and we no longer need to rely on chaotic group chats or email chains to coordinate bridesmaid dresses! Gathered Assembly offers a streamlined digital platform for easy communication and offers a one-stop location for bridesmaid dresses that meet the bride’s style direction and the bridesmaids’ individual needs.