Champagne bridesmaid dresses are quickly becoming one of THE most popular choices today. The biggest problem? Trying to decipher exactly what color champagne is can be tricky, especially if your bridesmaids are sent out to buy their own. But don’t worry! We’ve created some color guidance for you, along with a few of our favorite gown picks. Read on for more!
Why You Should Consider Champagne Bridesmaid Dresses
The beauty of picking a universal color such as champagne for your bridesmaid dresses is that they go with so many wedding themes! The neutral color is a safer choice than white for your wedding (though that can be ultra chic as well), and the color is flattering on practically every skin tone. The color is subtle and looks beautiful across a wide variety of fabrics, especially those with sequins or beaded embellishments for some extra glam.
When You Should’t Choose Champagne Bridesmaid Dresses
If you know the exact dress you want your bridesmaids to wear, then champagne is a great color choice. The problem is when you let your bridesmaids choose their own dresses. The reason that’s a bad idea 99% of the time is because the champagne colorway can be drastically different from one designer to the next. So while having your friends choose their own bridal party dresses usually works out great when your color choice is blush, black, navy, purple or red, champagne tends to be a color that is open to interpretation. Another color choice that tends to fall in the same category is gold (especially sequins!). But thankfully we have a workaround for that.
What Color is Champagne? And How to Choose the Right Shade
When choosing the perfect champagne bridesmaid dresses, you’ll want to first have a good understanding of exactly what the color is.
Champagne ranges from shades of pale yellow and orange to whites that could also be characterized as beige or even greige (some even compare it to the color of toast!). Here’s a look at a champagne palette with its’ various HEX colors, below. As you can see it can be a great neutral hue!
You might also see color palettes that have more undertones of blush than champagne, and that can commonly be referred to as “pink champagne.” However, the traditional champagne color is more creamy than pink. You might also see other champagne variations, such as “champagne beige,” champagne gold” or even “champagne grey.”
The shade of champagne you pick should ultimately work well with different color palettes. Warmer wedding colors (oranges, reds, and yellows) would look great with a champagne that leans more towards beige. Cool wedding color palettes (blue, purple, pink) on the other hand look beautiful with lighter shades of champagne (like those on the right half of the palette above). It can also work with a wide range of seasonal color picks for spring and summer, and even be a great accent to burgundies and greens in the holiday season.
Champagne colors also work with various textures as well. Sequin, foil, satin, tulle, and other fabrics (or paper for your wedding invites) all look beautiful in champagne tones.
Our Favorite Champagne Bridesmaid Dresses
When searching online for champagne bridesmaid dresses, you can also try looking for colors such as beige and oyster, as well as ivory. Plus, don’t forget this bridal styling tip: Tie in your white wedding dress (literally) with champagne bridesmaid dresses by incorporating a champagne or beige color bridal sash or wedding dress belt.
Here’s a few of our recent bridesmaid dress finds in a champagne pallet. Want to see if they fit in with your wedding theme? Make a Pinterest board to see how it all works together.
Tuscany Maxi Slip Dress by Show Me Your Mumu
With a built-in shelf bra (we love that) this floor-length dress features a cowl neckline and spaghetti straps.
Ruby Satin Charmeuse Dress by BHLDN
Satin bridesmaid dresses always look elegant, including this gorgeous dress featuring halter cross straps and a flowy bodice.
Ruffled Wrap Dress by Top Shop
Featuring a blend of recycled materials and a tie waist, this dress is perfect for a romantic dress code.
Cali Satin Charmeuse Midi Dress by BHLDN
Your wedding party will definitely wear this dress again and again. A draped cowl neckline and side slit lends a luxurious sophistication to the sleek satin silhouette. The strap length is designed for alterations so you can get the perfect fit for your bust.
Tulle Maxi Dress by ASOS
This one-shoulder design is all about a celebration of boho glamour. Drape your bridesmaids in this beautiful tulle dress, which features a zip back with hook-and-eye closure.
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