57 Alternative Outfit Ideas For Bridesmaids

alternative outfit ideas for bridesmaids

Bridesmaid dresses are a traditional thing if you are going to have a bridal party. But what if they seem boring to you or don’t fit the style and theme of your wedding? Skip usual dresses and rush to alternatives! You may offer your bridesmaids some separates or go for jumpsuits and pantsuits if you don’t want any skirts. We’ve gathered the best ideas for both options and can’t wait to share them with you!

Bridesmaid Separates

A bridesmaid separate is a cool idea that allows to show off the style of each bridesmaid, make your bridal party stand out and in some cases make the bridesmaids look more casual and less formal. The skirts for bridesmaids are usually chosen in midi and maxi length to make the look more chic, and the tops can be usual tank tops with spaghetti straps or trendy crops tops. There are ready two piece bridesmaid dresses, they look a bit more formal and elegant and you won’t have to mix and match tops and skirts. You may also offer pant separates – trousers and shirts or tops for your bridal party if they don’t like skirts or if there are bridesmen.

A white ensemble with a lace crop top with short sleeves and an A-line pleated full maxi skirt will be a perfect fit for a spring or summer wedding.

A white ensemble with a lace crop top with short sleeves and an A-line pleated full maxi skirt will be a perfect fit for a spring or summer wedding.

Beautiful coastal bridesmaid looks with mismatching white plain and alce tops and matching grey tulle maxi skirts are dreamy and chic.

Beautiful coastal bridesmaid looks with mismatching white plain and alce tops and matching grey tulle maxi skirts are dreamy and chic.

Bold looks with white crop tops and long sleeves and high necklines plus jewel tone maxi skirts with trains for a winter wedding.

Bold looks with white crop tops and long sleeves and high necklines plus jewel tone maxi skirts with trains for a winter wedding.

Chic and playful bridesmaid looks with white plain tank tops and blush wrap high low maxi skirts plus silver shoes are amazing.

Chic and playful bridesmaid looks with white plain tank tops and blush wrap high low maxi skirts plus silver shoes are amazing.

Two-piece bridesmaid outfits with floral print tops and sage green midi a-line skirts plus white shoes and wildflowers.

Two-piece bridesmaid outfits with floral print tops and sage green midi a-line skirts plus white shoes and wildflowers.

Chic fall bridesmaid outfits with neutral cap sleeve lace crop tops and burgundy tulle maxi skirts plus a bold lip.

Chic fall bridesmaid outfits with neutral cap sleeve lace crop tops and burgundy tulle maxi skirts plus a bold lip.

White lace crop tops and a light blue and navy maxis for bridesmaids are a very dreamy and romantic combos.

White lace crop tops and a light blue and navy maxis for bridesmaids are a very dreamy and romantic combos.

Mismatching plain and lace tops and pink and coral plated maxi skirts plus neutral floral crowns and metallic sandals for a summer boho wedding.

Mismatching plain and lace tops and pink and coral plated maxi skirts plus neutral floral crowns and metallic sandals for a summer boho wedding.

White wide strap tops and nude asymmetrical maxi skirts plus metallic shoes for a casual wedding in sprng or summer.

White wide strap tops and nude asymmetrical maxi skirts plus metallic shoes for a casual wedding in sprng or summer.

White lace tops and copper sequin skirts and vice versa - sequin tops and white lace skirts are amazing and non-formal ensembles for bridesmaids.

White lace tops and copper sequin skirts and vice versa - sequin tops and white lace skirts are amazing and non-formal ensembles for bridesmaids.

A white top with a lace insert and an aqua pencil knee skirt are a cool combo for a spring or summer wedding.

A white top with a lace insert and an aqua pencil knee skirt are a cool combo for a spring or summer wedding.

Lovely bridesmaid ensembles with white lace long sleeve tops and navy high low A-line skirts are amazing for chic wedding.

Lovely bridesmaid ensembles with white lace long sleeve tops and navy high low A-line skirts are amazing for chic wedding.

Mismatching plain white tops and matching yet different in color plated maxi skirts plus neutral floral crowns for a lovely summer boho look.

Mismatching plain white tops and matching yet different in color plated maxi skirts plus neutral floral crowns for a lovely summer boho look.

Elegant sleeveless white lace tops and seafoam green maxi skirts for an ocean or beach wedding.

Elegant sleeveless white lace tops and seafoam green maxi skirts for an ocean or beach wedding.

Modern separates with white lace crop tops and white lace skirts will be a nice idea for a white bridal party.

Modern separates with white lace crop tops and white lace skirts will be a nice idea for a white bridal party.

Delicate white lace top tops with long or short sleeves and blue and navy tulle A-line skirts for an elegant and chic spring or summer wedding.

Delicate white lace top tops with long or short sleeves and blue and navy tulle A-line skirts for an elegant and chic spring or summer wedding.

Neutral summer bridesmaid looks with spaghetti strap crop tops and white maxi skirts with slits for a summer boho wedding.

Neutral summer bridesmaid looks with spaghetti strap crop tops and white maxi skirts with slits for a summer boho wedding.

Mismatching bridesmaid ensembles with white and nude lace up crop tops, a dusty pink and a pink tulle midi skirt for a boho wedding.

Mismatching bridesmaid ensembles with white and nude lace up crop tops, a dusty pink and a pink tulle midi skirt for a boho wedding.

Mismatching boho lace cap sleeve crop tops and peachy pink plated midi skirts with pretty bows for a boho wedding.

Mismatching boho lace cap sleeve crop tops and peachy pink plated midi skirts with pretty bows for a boho wedding.

Burgundy velvet jumpsuits with deep necklines look very refined and very chic.

Burgundy velvet jumpsuits with deep necklines look very refined and very chic.

Casual sleeveless off-white jumpsuits, statement earrings and mustard mules for a modern wedding.

Casual sleeveless off-white jumpsuits, statement earrings and mustard mules for a modern wedding.

Classic white pantsuits with white tops underneath, nude shoes are a perfect solution for a modern bridal party in white.

Classic white pantsuits with white tops underneath, nude shoes are a perfect solution for a modern bridal party in white.

Deep red jumpsuits with cap sleeves and wideleg pants and white platform shoes for boho bridesmaids.

Deep red jumpsuits with cap sleeves and wideleg pants and white platform shoes for boho bridesmaids.

Elegant and chic white one shoulder jumpsuits with wideleg pants and white shoes for a neutral summer wedding.

Elegant and chic white one shoulder jumpsuits with wideleg pants and white shoes for a neutral summer wedding.

Elegant and sophisticated white halter neckline jumpsuits with flare pants are a chic idea for a modern wedding.

Elegant and sophisticated white halter neckline jumpsuits with flare pants are a chic idea for a modern wedding.

Elegant bridesmaid separates in white with crop tops and full midi skirts, white shoes for a white bridal party.

Elegant bridesmaid separates in white with crop tops and full midi skirts, white shoes for a white bridal party.

Emerald jumpsuits with mismatching necklines is an ultra-modern and super bold idea to rock.

Emerald jumpsuits with mismatching necklines is an ultra-modern and super bold idea to rock.

Bridesmaid Pantsuits And Jumpsuits

Jumpsuits and pantsuits are a hot and bold trend not only for brides but also for bridesmaids. This is also a very nice idea if the bridal party includes bridesmen, they will feel more comfortable in pant than in skirts. They can be taken in various colors that match your wedding palette but more often you will see black or white ones. Black outfits let the bride in white stand out more and white outfits are supporting the trend for white bridal parties. If you choose jumpsuits, they can be matching but differ in necklines, which will let each bridesmaid to stand out a bit. A mismatching bridal party can wear both jumpsuits and pantsuits, and in this case you can make the look cohesive using the same color. Jumpsuits also come with various types of detailing and different pants, so you will have a lot of options to consider. Get inspired to dress up your friends!

Grey trousers, white shirts, burgundy suspenders, black shoes and black bow ties are geat for an informal wedding.

Grey trousers, white shirts, burgundy suspenders, black shoes and black bow ties are geat for an informal wedding.

Matching black pantsuits with lace tops and black shoes are great for modern weddings and not only, they look sexy.

Matching black pantsuits with lace tops and black shoes are great for modern weddings and not only, they look sexy.

Matching blue jumpsuits with mismatching necklines and nude shoes are a great combo for a seaside wedding.

Matching blue jumpsuits with mismatching necklines and nude shoes are a great combo for a seaside wedding.

Matching pale green pantsuits, white tops and brown boots are amazing for styling bridesmaids for a modern or minimalist wedding.

Matching pale green pantsuits, white tops and brown boots are amazing for styling bridesmaids for a modern or minimalist wedding.

Minimalist white pantsuits with no tops under for a sexy and non-traditional ridal party look.

Minimalist white pantsuits with no tops under for a sexy and non-traditional ridal party look.

Mismatching all-white bridesmaid jumpsuits are a great idea if you want a white bridal party, they look very chic and lovely.

Mismatching all-white bridesmaid jumpsuits are a great idea if you want a white bridal party, they look very chic and lovely.

Mismatching aqua-colored bridesmaid pantsuits, plain and lace ones plus silver shoes for a seaside wedding.

Mismatching aqua-colored bridesmaid pantsuits, plain and lace ones plus silver shoes for a seaside wedding.

Mismatching bridesmaid outfits with a white pantsuit and a gold sequin top, a floral pantsuit for a hippie wedding.

Mismatching bridesmaid outfits with a white pantsuit and a gold sequin top, a floral pantsuit for a hippie wedding.

Mismatching bridesmaids' jumpsuits in white and dresses for a bit of edge on your big day.

Mismatching bridesmaids' jumpsuits in white and dresses for a bit of edge on your big day.

Mismatching white bridesmaid jumpsuits with pockets and various shoes.

Mismatching white bridesmaid jumpsuits with pockets and various shoes.

Mismatching white pantsuits and jumpsuits with wideleg pants are a super cool idea for a modern bridal party.

Mismatching white pantsuits and jumpsuits with wideleg pants are a super cool idea for a modern bridal party.

Modest white jumpsuits with long sleeves and white shoes for a trendy white bridal party look.

Modest white jumpsuits with long sleeves and white shoes for a trendy white bridal party look.

Navy velvet jumpsuits with wideleg pants are great for an elegant wedding with dark tones in the color scheme.

Navy velvet jumpsuits with wideleg pants are great for an elegant wedding with dark tones in the color scheme.

Neutral fitting bridesmaid jumpsuits with high necklines and cutout backs with ties for a modern feel.

Neutral fitting bridesmaid jumpsuits with high necklines and cutout backs with ties for a modern feel.

Off-white bridesmaid jumpsuits with various necklines and wideleg pants is a comfy modern idea for your bridal party.

Off-white bridesmaid jumpsuits with various necklines and wideleg pants is a comfy modern idea for your bridal party.

Plain white long sleeve tops and blush pleated maxi skirts are ideal for a more relaxed winter wedding as they are comfrotable and look very chic and inspiring.

Plain white long sleeve tops and blush pleated maxi skirts are ideal for a more relaxed winter wedding as they are comfrotable and look very chic and inspiring.

Rust-colored bridesmaid jumpsuits, short sleeves, nude shoes are a cool idea for a fall boho wedding.

Rust-colored bridesmaid jumpsuits, short sleeves, nude shoes are a cool idea for a fall boho wedding.

Rust-colored jumpsuits with wideleg pants, nude shoes and greenery bouquets are a gerat combo for a boho wedding.

Rust-colored jumpsuits with wideleg pants, nude shoes and greenery bouquets are a gerat combo for a boho wedding.

Sexy black bridesmaid jumpsuits with spaghetti straps and deep V-necklines plus black shoes.

Sexy black bridesmaid jumpsuits with spaghetti straps and deep V-necklines plus black shoes.

Sexy blush jumpsuits with a halter cutout neckline and wide pants for a summer wedding.

Sexy blush jumpsuits with a halter cutout neckline and wide pants for a summer wedding.

Slate grey bridal jumpsuits with wideleg pants and short sleeves and nude shoes for a lovely fall boho wedding.

Slate grey bridal jumpsuits with wideleg pants and short sleeves and nude shoes for a lovely fall boho wedding.

Strapless black jumpsuits with wideleg pants are a very elegant and modern solution for a bridal party.

Strapless black jumpsuits with wideleg pants are a very elegant and modern solution for a bridal party.

Strapless white jumpsuits with a geometric neckline is a trendy and chic choice for a modern wedding.

Strapless white jumpsuits with a geometric neckline is a trendy and chic choice for a modern wedding.

Strapless white jumpsuits with draped bodices is a bold and chic idea for a summer wedding with a touch of edge.

Strapless white jumpsuits with draped bodices is a bold and chic idea for a summer wedding with a touch of edge.

Stylish and simple navy modern jumpsuits with deep V-necklines and black heels require only chic heels for a gorgeous look.

Stylish and simple navy modern jumpsuits with deep V-necklines and black heels require only chic heels for a gorgeous look.

Stylish green jumpsuits with cutouts and V-necklines, wide sleeves, printed shoes are amazing for boho weddings.

Stylish green jumpsuits with cutouts and V-necklines, wide sleeves, printed shoes are amazing for boho weddings.

White mismatching bridesmaid jumpsuits with different necklines and sleeves and wideleg pants for a trendy white bridal party look.

White mismatching bridesmaid jumpsuits with different necklines and sleeves and wideleg pants for a trendy white bridal party look.

Wideleg strap navy jumpsuits with cutout backs and ties for more comfortable wearing.

Wideleg strap navy jumpsuits with cutout backs and ties for more comfortable wearing.

Black trousers and white shirts, black shoes and black bow ties are amazing for bridesmaids and bridesmen, if you have not only girls in your bridal party.

Black trousers and white shirts, black shoes and black bow ties are amazing for bridesmaids and bridesmen, if you have not only girls in your bridal party.

Bridesmaids wearing over the knee white A-line dresses and a bridesman wearing a blue pantsuit - such pantsuits can be rocked by everyone.

Bridesmaids wearing over the knee white A-line dresses and a bridesman wearing a blue pantsuit - such pantsuits can be rocked by everyone.