CALL FOR DRESS DONATIONS: Prom Dress Project 2011

To donate your gently-worn bridesmaids and special occasions dresses, email us at: thepromdressproject@gmail.com. Thanks in advance.

The Golden Touch: Fernanda Carneiro at Bad Joan

Lovin' this strapless dress by Fernanda Carneiro (in goldenrod) for your bridesmaids. I am always trying to find 'maids dresses that your girls can definitely wear again. Not only can they wear this again, but the price is incredible - $67.00. Hurry, limited quantities left. Available at Bad Joan.

So So Shiny: Metallic Love @ Spiegel

This tumbling ruffle cascade dress in gold metallic is a great option for bridesmaids dresses. I love the ruffles down the side and the great metallic color. Get it at Speigel for $129.00

That Shade of Blue: Mark Bouwer GlamIt! @ Bluefly

If blue is your color, then this is your bridesmaid dress. Get this gorgeous dress by Mark Bouwer GlamIt! at Bluefly.com for $538.00

Something A Little Different: Quail Bridal

You ladies know that I am always on the hunt for something new and different. Well, I fell madly in love with Quail Bridal. The talented Michelle Williams dropped me a sweet note about her fab line of bridesmaids dresses. I was too happy to see designs that are fun and flirty and completely unique. Have a specific color in mind? Michelle says bring anything and she will find a match. I want the blue one (to wear as a cocktail dress, of course). LOL. Get more information on her web site here.

That Sexy Shoulder: Anthropologie

I love the buyers at Anthropologie. They always find the most unique clothing for their stores. This dress is amazing with it's fab one shoulder style. The print is beautiful, too. Get the Sterling dress @ Anthropologie for $168.00.

It's So Delicate and Dainty: Modcloth.com

I couldn't decide whether to recommend this dainty little lovely as a bridesmaid dress or has a dress for your reception. Either way, it is adorable. Get it at Modcloth.

Bridesmaids Dress? Or Not?

Brides, what do you think about this dress? I thought that it would make a lovely alternative bridesmaid dress. Thumbs up or thumbs down?

Not Too Shabby: Shabby Apple Dresses

What a curious name Shabby Apple is for a clothing company. Especially since there isn't anything shabby about their wonderful dresses. Even though they have an evening wear line, I fell in love with their Manhattan collection. I know you ladies are always on the hunt for those bridesmaids dresses that are modern but just a tad bit different from the cookie cutter brands. These dresses fit that bill. These were my favs. See the entire collection heremoder.

Alternative Bridesmaid Dress: Newport News

I love this for an alternative bridesmaid dress. It is from Newport News and is $39.00. Even better, it goes up to size 18. Perfect dress for your summer weddings. Check it out if you are still looking for dresses.

Bridesmaids Dresses and A Discount: The Trend Boutique

I know how brides love a discount and finding bridesmaids dresses that your maids can definitely wear again. So The Bridal Wishlist has teamed with The Trend Boutique to offer you a 15% discount on your purchase. All you have to do is use coupon code WISH15 at checkout.

The Trend Boutique carries a wide range of dresses and with few exceptions, nothing on the site is over $300. Shipping on all domestic orders is free. Their designers have been featured in magazines like InStyle, Lucky, Glamour and Cosmopolitan. So what do I love for you? Here are my picks:

Bridesmaid Dress Alternatives: Ureshii

Looking for something different for your bridesmaids? Look no further than these unique dresses from Ureshii. I love the different silhouettes that are available. These lovely dresses come in several different colors and can me made in a variety of sizes including plus sizes. That's exactly what you want in a bridesmaids dress, versatility. Your maids could definitely wear one of these dresses again. The last one is my favorite. See the entire collection here.

Something Different for the Maids: Anthropologie

I love this dress from Anthropologie. What a great bridemaids dress option. Get it here.

Best of 2008: Alternative Bridesmaid Dresses of the Year: Ann Louise Roswald

Ann Louise Roswald's collection was not designed as a collection of bridesmaids dresses. But for the modern bride, her dresses will make your bridesmaids look amazing and the dresses can be worn again. Way important! The British designer offers up the most delicate and delicious fabrics and colors. Too dreamy. See more on her web site. Here are my favorites:








As a special bonus, here are my favorites from her Spring/Summer '08 collection:

What's New With Lou Razon

Filipino-American designer, Lou Razon has added a new collection to her web site. These beautiful gowns would make perfect bridesmaids dresses. The second and third dresses are my absolute favorites. See more on her web site. Here are my picks.

In Black and White: Milly

This would be a perfect bridesmaid dress for a black and white wedding. I love the bold print. Dress by Milly. Get it at Jules UK

Wedding Dress/Bridesmaid Dress Alternatives from Fashion Week

I love Fashion Week! This is the one time that I wished that I lived in NYC just to inhale the smell of fab fashion. So I thought, I wonder what could be worked on the aisles of your wedding shindigs. Well here are my picks from Fashion Week 2008:

ERIN FETHERSTON [my clear favorite]




VIVIENNE TAM [my second favorite]




YIGAL AZROUËL WOMEN


VENEXIANA

RUBEN SINGER

JOANNA MASTROIANNI

CYNTHIA STEFFE

BETSEY JOHNSON

TONI MATICEVSKI

THUY

TEREXOV