Crowning & Cunning: Rent a Bridesmaid Gown!

I have to thank my stylish friend and boutique owner, Vanessa Cooreman Smith for introducing me to this site. Vanessa knows A LOT about fashion and has a fabulous boutique in South Bend, Indiana called Flourish. Check out the Flourish website and facebook page.

Flourish has a fabulous selection of dresses for bridesmaids. But sometimes, the Bride's choice of the bridesmaid dress is not affordable for everyone. So instead of the Bride sacraficing her fabulous style, bridesmaids can RENT a dress!

Check out these Badgley Mischka dresses from Rent the Runway!

Shown in Navy, a very popular color for 2011, all these dress rent for $100!!!

This option is perfect for the bridesmaid who maybe in 3 or so weddings in one year. If she is not able to afford the price of the dress, she can rent it! And the bridesmaids who wants to keep their dress and wear it again can.... We've all heard the  bride say "you can so wear it again!". Well now you don't have to feel like you should because you spent a fortune! Rent it and return it!

You are not fully dressed without the accessories! Check out these fabulous "rentals":

Choose from hundreds of dresses and styles. Check out Rent the Runway for your next special event or wedding!

Crowning & Cunning: Convertible Dresses

These are all the same dress! Don't believe me?

Check out these fabulous satin jersey dresses from Erin Leigh Heart on Etsy.

These one-size-fits-all dresses can be worn casually or dressy chic. Create a unique look for each bridesmaid while still having a uniform look. Its easy to pack and can be worn again for many different occasions! Available in Purple, Gray, Red, Turquoise and Black. I am thinking this could become my new favorite LBD (little black dress).

Crowning Inspiration: Dessy Collection Bridesmaids

Today's brides are more considerate and stylish than ever when it comes to choosing their bridesmaid's dresses. We all know that the dress goes far beyond wedding day. And brides feel good knowing their girl's gowns can be worn again and enjoyed at other functions.

I found the perfect ONE STOP SHOPPING site for bridesmaids dresses called The Dessy Group! You can even order custom vests and ties for the groomsmen, matching gowns for the flower girls, purses and accessories right down to matching flip-flops for dancing!

Viola! Finally, an easy and accessible shopping site.

The dresses come in all styles, fabrics, designs and colors! Swatches are available.

Still not convinced, then check out their Inspiration Style Boards:

For those of you who will be planning this weekend, this site is sure to have you hooked. If you create a board, be sure to share it on this blog or the Crowning Celebrations facebook page! We'd love to see your creative ideas!