New winter bridesmaid dresses you'll love

Keep your maids stylish and warm in these gorgeous dresses.

Elegant sleeves

One way to keep your girls looking chic during this chilly season is to pick a gown with long sleeves. We love the peek-a-boo skin under this otherwise covered-up lace option.

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Dress by Watters Maids

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Rich jewel tones

It’s time to ditch the pastels and start dressing your girls in jewel tones. Not only does it feel appropriate with the season, rich colors (think: sapphire, ruby and emerald) are also flattering on almost all skin tones.

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Dress by Bari Jay

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Little black dresses

While a LBD may be a classic option, it’s a bit dark and formal for a warm weathered wedding.

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But for a winter wedding, this ultra slimming color is on the top of our list.

Dress by Alfred Angelo

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Trendy sheer skirts

purple bridesmaids dress with asymmetrical hem

Torn between wanting your bridesmaids to wear a short dress and having them to stay warmduring your outdoor photo ops?

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Our stylish solution: a short skirt under a sheer overlay.

Dress by Belsoie

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Sophisticated satin

Do your bridesmaids a favor and choose a dress made of a thicker fabric. Satin is one of our favorites since it has enough substance to keep you warm without weighing you down.

Dress by Monique Lhuillier

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