When choosing your bridesmaids dress, the length may seem trivial in comparison to the millions of other things running through your brain, but it has a subtle but integral part in setting the tone, the theme and the character of your wedding. When deciding on yourwedding bridesmaid dresses and whether they should be long or short, you will have to consider the type of wedding you are having (formal vs. informal), time of day and the time of year.
Formal wedding call for floor-length gowns, while an informal wedding is the perfect place for a short bridesmaid dress, which is usually above, below or directly at the knee. Whichever length you choose, make sure that each bridesmaid is aware and compliant with your decision.
If the ceremony is taking place during the day, keep the dresses at cocktail length, as opposed to evening affairs where short, or floor length are a personal choice. Short bridesmaid dresses for a wedding on the beach are perfectly appropriate, while a long bridesmaid dress is a great option for an evening wedding.
When it comes to a climate, consider how it affects your bridesmaids. If it's not too hot and your ceremony will most likely not be outside, therefore both short or long bridesmaid dresses are plausible. However, if you, your bridal party and your guests are going to sitting outside in the very high degree weather, with little breeze and lots of sunshine, be kind to your friends by letting their legs breathe. Trying short bridesmaid dresses may be their expectation.
No matter which one you will choose, just remember both short and long bridesmaid attires should be chosen to match the wedding themes.
