{Practical Planning} Mismatched Bridesmaid Dresses

Let's face it, brides do some VERY terrible things to their bridesmaid besties all in the name of getting married. We've seen the horror show bridesmaids' dresses before, which is why I am so loving the mismatched bridesmaid dress trend racing around the wedding web these days. And while it most certainly is not a new idea, the various forms of mismatching are becoming super popular with brides who are finally getting with the program and realizing what we all already know: women's bodies, tastes, and styles are not the same.

So HOW exactly is this Practical Planning? Well PP is not just about money, it is also about headspace. The less you have to worry about finding the perfect dress that works for everyone, the more you can fret over bigger things.  Why not give them a few instructuions, length, color, style or some combination of the three, give your Maid of Honor the reins and let them go wild! The best part of allowing your maids a long leash on dress wear is that they will probably pick a dress they can wear for another occasion, Practical Planning for them too! On the sentimental side, it shows your friends that you can care about their individuality and want them to feel as comfortable and pretty as you do on your wedding day.

Here are some of my favorite mismatched bridesmaid dresses.

Same length, Different styles and Colors

via Kellie Kano Photography

Different Shades of One Color and Styles

via Kat Carneo Loves Weddings

Any Length or Style Just A Rainbow of Colors

via Cori Cook Floral Design Blog

Different Patterns and Dress Styles, Same Length

via Bridesmaid Dresses Blog

Same Length, Same Color Family, Different Styles

via The Sweetest Occasion

Completely Individual

 via Christina Hendricks Gallery

Do you LOVE these dresses or what? Which picture is your favorite? If you are planning to have mismatched bridesmaid dresses, we'd love to hear from you! Leave us a comment below and we will share it on FACEBOOK and TWITTER!

Happy Practical Planning!