For decades, bridal parties have looked like they stepped out of a '60s girls' group -- matching dresses ... says Eva Dunn of Bella Bridesmaid. "The beauty of mix-and-match is, everyone walks ...

It's safe to say that mix-and-match bridesmaids' dresses are far more than an enduring trend. For many brides-to-be, this route allows them to put their attendants first: So long as they work ...

We've talked about pretty bridesmaids dresses ... Would you have your maids wear mix-and-match dresses? That way, they can choose their own and possibly (gasp) wear it again!

If you don't want your bridesmaids to look like, well, a bunch of bridesmaids, then don't put them in bridesmaid dresses. Instead, look for off-the-rack dresses that match without looking matchy ...

Brides can choose to have one coherent look for their bridesmaids or to mix and match dresses ... “Perfect example: Plum Sykes and Lauren Santo Domingo’s dresses were showstoppers.