So, you've decided on a destination wedding? Congrats! You're about to embark on one of the most magical adventures of your life. Whether you're dreaming of saying your vows in a historic European castle, on a sun-kissed beach, or amidst the enchanting ruins of an ancient civilization, the right dress will make you feel like the protagonist of your own fairy tale. Let's break down how to snag your dream destination wedding dress and make sure everything else (like your squad's look and your glam) is on point. The Right Dress for the Right Destination Match Your Dress to Your Locale: This is ..read more

#DessyRealWeddings - Bridesmaids: Dessy 3021, Dessy 1505, Dessy 6780, After Six 1511; Photographer: Elizabeth Mae Photography @elizabethmaephoto So, you've got your bridesmaid dress for your best friend's wedding, but it doesn't quite fit? No worries, you're not alone! Most bridesmaid dresses need at least minor adjustments. Some key alterations can help you achieve a flawless fit, so you'll feel coolly confident on the big day. You might be tempted to skip alterations to save some cash. But remember, this is a special occasion celebrating one of your closest friends. Trust us, you'll be than ..read more

Weddings are majorly memorable events. And if you're lucky enough to be a part of one, it's a fantastic opportunity to share your love and support for the happy couple by giving a killer wedding speech. Whether you're the maid of honor, best man, family member, or any other major role, it's never too early to start prepping so you can deliver your wedding speech like a pro. We've got you covered with tips on how to write a wedding speech that'll leave a lasting impression on the newlyweds and their guests. We'll cover who gives wedding speeches, what to include, when they're given, and how th ..read more

We get so excited when Pantone makes their iconic Color of the Year announcement (we have HUNDREDS of hues in our collection, after all, so color is a big deal to us). To be honest, we weren't exactly sure what we thought of the yellow and gray shades chosen for 2021, but it made a lot of sense when we thought more about it. A duo of uplifting and grounding tones to set a hopeful and inspired tone for 2021 seems pretty on point after a taxing 2020! We'll chat about all things 'Illuminating' in a bit because illumination is powerful. But, today, we've set our sights on Ultimate Gray and how th ..read more

Being a bridesmaid comes with no shortage of responsibilities—one of which is getting your bridesmaid dress measurements. Whether you're shopping online for bridesmaid dresses or trying them on in-store, knowing your measurements before you buy a bridesmaid dress is an absolute must. Don't have the time or budget to get professionally measured? Don't sweat it. Read on to learn how to measure for a bridesmaid dress so you can look and feel fab on the bride's big day. What You'll Need Fortunately, you don't need many tools to take proper measurements for a bridesmaid dress. The one tool that yo ..read more

Once the bride has officially narrowed down her options of bridesmaid dress colors and styles, it's your job to try on the dress in person. Yep, we're talking about bridesmaid dress fittings. Love them or hate them, bridesmaid dress fittings are pretty much essential to ensuring that your bridesmaid dress fits like a dream on the bride's big day. But if you're super nervous about getting fitted, we have a simple bridesmaid hack for lowering your stress levels: Come prepared for your appointment. Though it may sound simple, knowing what to wear to a bridesmaid dress fitting makes things so muc ..read more

Who doesn't love an outdoor wedding? The sun is shining, the skies are bright blue and the stunning scenery always makes for some incredible wedding photos. At least, that's how outdoor weddings are supposed to go down. In reality, the weather may not cooperate, bugs will probably try to feast upon your guests and there's a 50/50 chance that the wind is going to blow away all your beautiful wedding decorations. Let's face it–there's a lot that can happen when you're having your nuptials in the open air. But with careful planning and a foolproof contingency plan, your outdoor “I dos” can be as ..read more

#DessyRealWeddings - Bridesmaids: Dessy 2943; Color: Blush; Photographer: @morbyphotography They say that picking out a wedding dress is one of the toughest decisions a bride can make in the wedding planning process. We don't know who “they” are, but they've clearly never been faced with the monumental task of figuring out how to choose bridesmaid dresses that complement the bride. Let's face it – choosing bridesmaid dresses for your squad is hard enough without factoring in your own bridal look. Your attendants probably all have different body shapes, style preferences and budgets, which can ..read more

Deciding what your bridesmaids are going to wear is one of the most difficult things to figure out when planning your wedding. Sure, you thought searching for your own dress was hard, but now you have to find the perfect dresses for at least two other women, right? All things considered, we at The Dessy Group have figured out that short dresses are the way to go. Here's why. Your Wedding Is Outside. We think this is the number one reason to have your bridesmaids wear short dresses. When having an outdoor wedding, especially in the summer months when it's really warm, you'll want to consider y ..read more

Weddings are majorly memorable events. And if you're lucky enough to be a part of one, it's a fantastic opportunity to share your love and support for the happy couple by giving a killer wedding speech. Whether you're the maid of honor, best man, family member, or any other major role, it's never too early to start prepping so you can deliver your wedding speech like a pro. We've got you covered with tips on how to write a wedding speech that'll leave a lasting impression on the newlyweds and their guests. We'll cover who gives wedding speeches, what to include, when they're given, and how th ..read more