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Should I ask her as my bridesmaid?

Levis, on November 30, 2014 at 7:59 PM Posted in Etiquette and Advice 0 18

Two months ago,I asked one of my classmate in college in my school and she said"If you cover all the cost,then I will be very happy to be your bridesmaid".Then one month ago,I and other 4 bridesmaids(including her) went shopping for BM dresses together,Finally,we were all satisfied with a floor-lentgh purple one.But the dress at the store is very expensive,so I finally find one online and it is about 30% off.I give them the link and ask if it is ok to buy that one.They all said yes.So I bought four customized dresses acording to their sizes.

When I was thinking about what the bridesmaid dress would look like on them,she called me and said that dress on her would be ugly,she didn't want that dress.I was so surprised for she didn't say anything when they are trying on the dress,so I asked if she could get a similar BM dress herself for my budget is limited.Then she became very angry and said I once promised her that I will cover the whole cost why I don't pay hers now?

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Latest activity by Pancakes, on December 1, 2014 at 12:54 PM
  • Chrissy
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    Chrissy ·
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    Since you are covering the cost, she should wear what you purchased or pay for her own things. i think you are being very fair. My bridesmaids are paying for their own dresses.

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  • B
    Master December 2015
    BunnyLove ·
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    If you're paying, then she wears what you buy.

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  • SoontobeNicoleEstevez
    Devoted August 2016
    SoontobeNicoleEstevez ·
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    She wears what you already bought or she can sit with the guests

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  • Sara Kite
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    The bm dress has been an issue for many people so you are not alone. There are a few ways of dealing with this depending on how flexible you and your bridesmaids are wiling to be. The bridesmaid you are referring to should firstly realize you are the bride therefore it needs to be your vision, your decision and secondly remember to be honored that you have included her and have offered to pay for the dress. I would first try and speak to her about your concerns, maybe even ask another bridesmaid or maid of honor to talk with her about it, if that doesn't change her attitude or mind you might be better off excusing her from her bridesmaid title. Another less confrontational option would be to try and return or sell the dresses and allow the bridesmaids to pick the best dress for their figure but in the same color. I hope it has helped, in the end it's a decision you will have to make but I wish you the best of luck and know that things get easier and the most important thing is you and your future husband and the happiness you will soon share!!

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  • Antoinette
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    Antoinette ·
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    Well either she wear what that dress or she can cover the expense of another one. I don't see how nor why would she even get upset in the first place. It's not like it's coming out of her pocket. If she was that concern about how it looked she should of said something when u asked. Now either she wear what u ordered, buy something else or just don't be in the wedding.

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  • J
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    JHazel ·
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    I agree. If you are paying, she should wear what you pick.

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  • Celia Milton
    Celia Milton ·
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    Cut her.

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  • A
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    Amanda ·
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    You already bought the dress she agreed on. She can wear it or buy her own dress. Although I think it would be weird to have one bridesmaid in a different dress so she should suck it up.

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  • FutureMrs.Monasterski
    Super October 2015
    FutureMrs.Monasterski ·
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    You asked for everyone's input first which I think it's fair and are paying yourself. If you want everyone to match I would tell her that's the dresses you all picked together. I agree that it might look a little odd for her to wear a different dress. Everyone might think she is the MOH

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  • OMW
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    OMW ·
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    Ditto. Drop her like it's hot if she won't wear what she agreed on/you paid for.

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  • Sherry
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    Sherry ·
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    Agreed!

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  • AndixLyn
    Master June 2015
    AndixLyn ·
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    You shouldn't have had her as a BM really. She's a classmate and sounds like a bitch.

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  • Monica SC
    Master October 2015
    Monica SC ·
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    Tell her she wears the dress, buys her own or she is out-period.

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  • Mamma knows best
    Super April 2015
    Mamma knows best ·
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    I agree with the ladies , drop this dead weight. Seems like she's trying to bump herself up to MOH. and your paying. If she cant wear the dress, try for a refund. Failing that see if you can find another girl to wear the dress, you don't need this drama right now. Good luck.

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  • Snarky
    Master September 2014
    Snarky ·
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    If you cover *her* dress you should cover everyone's. And it's your wedding. Don't change dresses to appease ONE bridesmaid. Just no.

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  • LadyMonk
    Master September 2014
    LadyMonk ·
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    What everyone else said. She wears her free dress with a smile on her face, or she's out.

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  • Bethyonce
    Master February 2015
    Bethyonce ·
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    She is only going to get more difficult. I'd say tell her to wear the dress or leave.

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  • Pancakes
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    Pancakes ·
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    The only response from her should be "Thank you SO much again for covering the dress cost!" This day isn't about her. She can not look perfect for one day. Especially when you are paying her way. She is way too greedy and selfish.


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