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KATIE MAY PHOTOGRAPHY KELLEY STINSON PHOTOGRAPHY
Gone are the days when bridesmaid dresses were little more than unattractive afterthoughts. Increasingly brides are shifting their fashion focus and taking their besties into consideration when choosing the perfect gown. Finding a tasteful option for your closest friends has become the new priority. The union of modern style and sexy inspiration offers today’s bridesmaids choices that mix and match color and approach. But finding the perfect dress for different body types can be a challenge. When Angela Krause chose her bridal party, she faced a dilemma: how to dress seven gorgeous women of completely different stature and size. While one gown might look stunning on some, it could leave others feeling self-conscious and unhappy. Not wanting them to resent spending money on a dress they hated, Krause opted to let each pick whichever style she wanted, as long as they chose the specific color (blush), fabric, and length. “They were so happy to show off their personalities with a unique style option, they sent pictures asking which look I thought was best,” she said. “I had a blast helping them.”