Visit Martha Stewart Weddings Weddings Dresses & Style Fashion Bridesmaids' Dresses Purple Bridesmaid Dresses By Lauren Frankfort Lauren Frankfort Lauren is based in Los Angeles and has contributed to publications such as Teen Vogue, Racked, and T: The New York Times Magazine. Editorial Guidelines Updated on March 16, 2018 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Bradley James Photography A great color to mix and match. 01 of 25 Bradley James Photography Brides love the color purple for a number of reasons: It's a versatile shade that comes in a rainbow of its own hues, it's romantic, and it works for every season. So it's no wonder that purple bridesmaid dresses are a natural choice for the most important ladies in your life. Let's first talk about how many different shades of purple bridesmaid dresses you can choose from. There's the brighter magenta and violets, which punch up a fall wedding or fit right with the summer sun. Then there's the pastels of lilac and lavender, whose soft and cooler tones fit are a match for spring or summer. And we of course can't forget the deeper plum and eggplant hues, that are a natural fit for colder-weather weddings in the fall or wintertime. Of course, the wide array of purple shades isn't all you'll get to choose from: There are plenty of silhouettes and styles to choose from when it comes to purple bridesmaid dresses, too! Paper Crown by Lauren Conrad offers a romantic lace short-sleeve concoction, while designers like Donna Morgan and Monique Lhuillier offer more free-flowing details like a draped one-shoulder neckline and tiered asymmetrical hem. Like other easy-to-match tones, purple bridesmaid dresses make it easy for your girls to choose their own dress. If you really want to have fun with this color, let them each choose a different shade of purple, for a fashion-forward ombré effect. Love purple bridesmaid dresses as much as we do? Click through to see some seriously stylish options! See More Bridesmaid Dresses by Color 02 of 25 Monique Lhuillier Courtesy of Monique Lhuillier Monique Lhuillier "Style 450378" Lilac V-Neck Chiffon Gown with a High Low Skirt, $298, moniquelhuillier.com. 03 of 25 Twobirds Courtesy of Twobirds Bridesmaid Twobirds "Classic Collection Ballgown" Purple Bridesmaid Dress, $310, twobirdsbridesmaid.com. 04 of 25 Theia Courtesy of Theia Theia "Style 910119 Holly" One Shoulder Ruched Bodice Gown, $340, theiacouture.com. 05 of 25 Fame and Partners Courtesy of Fame and Partners Fame and Partners "Marissa" Dress, $229, fameandpartners.com. 06 of 25 David's Bridal Courtesy of David's Bridal David's Bridal "Style F17038" Long Strapless Lace Bodice and Satin Ball Gown, $179.95, davidsbridal.com. 07 of 25 Jenny Yoo Courtesy of Jenny Yoo Jenny Yoo "Demi" Convertible Strapless Pleat Jersey Gown, $295, nordstrom.com. 08 of 25 BHLDN Courtesy of BHLDN BHLDN "Mariel" Dress, $390, bhldn.com. 09 of 25 Reformation Courtesy of Reformation Reformation "Anne" Dress, $428, thereformation.com. 10 of 25 Dessy Courtesy of Nordstrom Dessy Collection "Convertible Wrap Tie Surplice Jersey" Gown, $180, nordstrom.com. 11 of 25 Joanna August Courtesy of Joanna August Ceremony by Joanna August "Parker" Twist Strap Chiffon Wrap Gown, $285, nordstrom.com. 12 of 25 Nouvelle Amsale Courtesy of Amsale Nouvelle Amsale "Drew" Ruffle Front Chiffon Gown, $220, nordstrom.com. 13 of 25 Donna Morgan Courtesy of Donna Morgan Donna Morgan "Chloe" Dress, $240, donna-morgan.com. 14 of 25 Paper Crown by Lauren Conrad Courtesy of Paper Crown Paper Crown by Lauren Conrad "Shreveport" Short Lace Sleeve Gown, $275, nordstrom.com. 15 of 25 Adrianna Papell Courtesy of Macy's Adrianna Papell "Ruched Embellished" Gown, $189, macys.com. 16 of 25 MAIDS Rory Beca Courtesy of Nordstrom MAIDS Rory Beca "Jones" Silk Georgette Faux Wrap Gown, $265, nordstrom.com. 17 of 25 Reformation Courtesy of Reformation Reformation "Dylan" Dress, $328, thereformation.com. 18 of 25 Joanna August Courtesy of Joanna August Ceremony by Joanna August "Newbury" Gathered Sleeve Chiffon Wrap Gown, $285, nordstrom.com. 19 of 25 Adrianna Papell Courtesy of Macy's Adrianna Papell "Strapless Ruched" Dress, $169, macys.com. 20 of 25 Donna Morgan Courtesy of Donna Morgan Donna Morgan "Coco" Dress, $240, donna-morgan.com. 21 of 25 Fame and Partners Courtesy of Fame and Partners Fame Partners "Moonlight" Dress, $199, fameandpartners.com. 22 of 25 Theia Courtesy of Theia Theia "Style 910120 Sophia" Sleeveless Tank Neckline Tulle Gown, $340, theiacouture.com. 23 of 25 David's Bridal Courtesy of David's Bridal David's Bridal "Style W10156" Long Dress with Illusion Sweetheart Beaded Bodice, $179.95, davidsbridal.com. 24 of 25 Monique Lhuillier Courtesy of Monique Lhuillier Monique Lhuillier "Style 450377" Lilac Tulle Cross Front Neck with a High Low Skirt Bridesmaid Dress, $280, moniquelhuillier.com. 25 of 25 BHLDN Courtesy of BHLDN BHLDN "Annabelle" Dress, $180, bhldn.com. 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