14 Best Bridesmaid Dresses Under $100 That Your Bridal Party Will Love

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If you're hoping to help your bridal party cut down on costs (how merciful), affordable bridesmaid dresses do exist, you just have to know where to look and consider getting crafty.Lately, many couples are going for ceremonies that “feel less traditional,” according to Emily Forrest, head of communications at , citing the site’s 2023 .

And per a from Zola and Pinterest, searches for “all different bridesmaids dresses” are up 520%—in other words, more people are realizing that bridesmaids don’t have to match each other perfectly. “This can be a more cost-effective option,” Forrest says, “as it allows members of the wedding party to have ownership over the budget.”Another benefit of mixing and matching? “Letting bridesmaids choose their silhouettes means they’re more likely to feel confident in photos,” says Sky Pollard, head of product at clothing rental and resale service .