Navy Bridesmaid Dresses Inspiration

Navy Bridesmaid Dresses

Photography by Richard Skins Photography

Reason number 1 to choose navy bridesmaid dresses for your bride squad: everyone looks good in navy. Navy is a versatile and sophisticated colour that can just as easily compliment a winter wedding theme as well as making bright summer flowers pop against the rich, dark tones. While being a popular choice for traditional bridesmaid gowns, there are plenty of ways to style navy bridesmaid dresses that are ultra-chic, modern and fun too. For more general bridesmaid chat, check out our very first podcast episode delving into all things bride squad.

ADJUSTABLE NAVY BRIDESMAID DRESSES

We'll start with a classic, shall we? The beauty of an adjustable navy bridesmaid dress is that your bride squad all have the option to style their gown in a way that suits them, or makes them feel the most comfortable. If you're not going for full on mix and match gowns, this is a handy trick to get that differentiation while saving on choosing multiple dresses!

Bridesmaids in multiway navy blue knee length dresses holding gypsophila bouquets skipping through the countryside | Marks and Spencer Dresses | Eleanor Jane Photography
Three bridesmaids in multiway navy bridesmaid dresses holding purple and white bouquets including roses and thistles | Antonija Nekic Photography

FLOOR-LENGTH BRIDESMAID DRESSES

There are SO many options when it comes to floor-length bridesmaid dresses. Do you choose delicate lace for added detail and texture, or a simple silhouette for effortless style? Decisions, decisions! We think a long navy bridesmaid dress will always look ultra sophisticated in every style from a form-fitting bodycon dress, to a flowing greek-goddess gown.

Bridesmaids in floor-length slip style navy wedding dresses with capped sleeves, holding red and white bouquets of roses | Ghost Dresses | M&J Photography
Bridesmaids walking down a staircase wearing strapless navy bridesmaid dresses with gold belt | White Runway Dresses | Photography by Modern Vintage Weddings
Group of bridesmaids wearing floor length, sleeveless form fitting navy bridesmaid dresses, with assorted styles of neckline | Peridot Official Dresses | Ivan L'Astorina Photography
Bridesmaids wearing floor length chiffron navy bridesmaid dresses with plunge neckline, holding gypsophila bouquets | ASOS Dresses | Sarah-Jane Ethan Photography
Bridesmaids wearing long chiffon navy blue bridesmaid dresses with mesh and lace halter neck detail, with matching white shawls | Chi Chi Clothing Dresses | Photography by The Wild Bride
Bridesmaids wearing floor length lace navy bridesmaid dresses with thigh split and long sleeves, holding white and burgundy bouquets | White Stag Wedding Photography

SHORT BRIDESMAID DRESSES

Short navy bridesmaid dresses are a great option for a summer wedding with a dark colour scheme, keeping your bride squad cool, calm and collected. One of the best things about a shorter gown is that your bridesmaids are free to strut about with ease and party into the night without risk of tripping over their skirt (depending on how many glasses of champagne they've had already, of course).

Bridesmaids wearing short pleated chiffon navy bridesmaid dresses with draped sleeves, holding white bouquets | ASOS Dresses | Kirsty Mackenzie Photography
Bridesmaids wearing assorted short navy bridesmaid dresses with floral detail and off shoulder sleeves. They are holding huge bouquets of bright spring flowers | Claire Penn Photography
Brides wearing short navy bridesmaid dresses with short sleeves and asymmetrical hemline | French Connection Dresses | Devin Ainslie Photography
Three bridesmaids wearing short capped off-shoulder sleeve navy bridesmaid dresses, one had a ruffled tulle underskirt | Emma Pilkington Photography

MIX AND MATCH BRIDESMAID DRESSES

If your best girls all have different tastes and styles, or are buying their own gowns, mix and match bridesmaid dresses are a great option to keep everyone happy. Conversely, maybe it's you that wants to mix things up. Dressing your bridesmaids in different styles adds some fun variety to your wedding snaps, and is a great get-out-of-jail-free card for brides who just can't decide which gown they like the best! It's totally up to you how many gowns you choose. Recommended Supplier ReWritten Bridesmaids specialises in creating a beautiful range of size inclusive mix and match bridesmaids dresses and jumpsuits.

Bridesmaids in front of a town hall all holding bouquets in front of their faces. They are wearing assorted short navy bridesmaid dresses | Joasis Photography
Bridesmaids wearing floor length navy bridesmaid dresses with red sash belt detail and assorted top details and necklines | Recommended Supplier Richard Skins Photography
Bridesmaids laughing at an outdoor wedding ceremony wearing assorted pleated navy bridesmaid dresses with long skirts | Belle and Beau Wedding Photography
Two bridesmaids wearing similar chiffon navy bridesmaid dresses, one with a split skirt and off shoulder sleeves, the other with a sleeveless high neck mesh and lace top | Coast Dresses | Photography by WE ARE // THE CLARKES
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OFF THE SHOULDER BRIDESMAID DRESSES

Whether you're aiming for a funky vintage wedding theme or an elegant evening soiree, off the shoulder navy bridesmaid dresses come in a multitude of styles. They're great for accessorising with a shawl or dressing up with a necklace (perhaps one that you've gifted them all as a thank you present).

A mixed gender wedding party with two grooms. The bridesmaids are wearing short off the shoulder vintage style navy bridesmaid dresses | ASOS Dresses | Amy Faith Photography
Bridesmaids wearing floor length navy bridesmaid dresses with off shoulder sleeve and sweetheart neckline | Jarlo Dresses | Fern Edwards Photography
 catherine daniel Claire Penn Photography

SPARKLY NAVY BRIDESMAID DRESSES

Lastly, but by no means least, we're BIG fans of sparkly navy bridesmaid dresses. Particularly for a winter wedding in the festive season! There's so many ways to go glam with a bridesmaid dress, whether you choose sequins, sparkles, velvet or beading. What better way to show that these girls are all the glittering jewels to your crown?

Two bridesmaids walking down the aisle wearing knee length velvet navy bridesmaid dresses with red shoes and red bouquets | Lindy Bop Dresses | Photography by Recommended Supplier EPIC LOVE STORY
Bridesmaids wearing short, sparkly navy bridesmaid dresses with halter neck and back slit detail | French Connection Dresses | Studio A+Q Photography
Bridesmaids wearing short sleeve navy bridesmaid dresses with sequin details | ASOS Dresses | Photography by Recommended Supplier Richard Skins
Eight bridesmaids wearing long navy bridesmaid dresses with glitter short sleeve top detail | ASOS Dresses | Helen Russell Photography
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Now that we've got you started, check our our bridesmaids Pinterest board for even more navy bridesmaid dress inspiration. However, if you're still not sure about navy, this emerald green bridesmaid dress is utterly stunning. If you're eager to get some bridesmaid dress swatches soon, Recommended Supplier TH&TH Bridesmaids has a huge range of options.


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