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You can go as voluminous as you like depending on the room and the style you want to create

As a general rule, avoid white, ivory, and very pale near-white shades, as these are traditionally reserved for the bride

If you never wear heels, make sure you pick them up a few weeks before the event so you can wear them around a little and break them in

These bridesmaids wore their own choice of hot pink or orange bridesmaid dresses to create quite the show-stopping line-up

Or, for a less formal setting, hit the beach like this bevy of bridesmaids with the beautiful bride - the sun might not be shining, but just look at the energy and vivacity of those bright pink and orange dresses, set off perfectly with the pale green flowers in the bouquets