pink silk dress long Fuchsia Dress is Sheer Cowl Flutter Sleeve Satin Bridesmaid

Budget basics: Most bridesmaid dresses cost between $100-$300 (averaging $130-$150), but the dress is just the starting pointyou'll also need to budget for alterations ($30-$100), shoes, accessories, and potentially professional hair and makeup services

The trick is to treat them like anything but a precious grail: buy 'em in black, and dont be afraid to beat those sturdy soles into the ground

Neutral strap sandals and a clutch

Jane Wyman (below) stuns in her costume style long black dress

A dreamy choice for prom or formal events

I know you have spoken to a lot of my sisters tonight, who have been in the trenches, but I think it is an enormous show of support tonight