Long past are the days of dread when it comes to wearing a bridesmaids dress. Brides today are more attentive than ever on their wedding parties, focused on creating a look and feel that not only fits the theme of their wedding, but the personalities of the friends at their side. Recently Lauren Conrad styled a friends’ wedding party in her Paper Crown line, featuring both the custom fit and the neutral tones that are taking over this years wedding trends.

Below are our favorite creative twists on bridesmaid dresses that are sure to ramp up the style (and excitement) of your bridal party.

Mixed Textures

Looking to add a touch of sparkle to your wedding party? Let your maid of honor shine with sparkling dress.

Neutral Tones

Just because the days are getting shorter doesn’t mean your colors have to get darker! We love the neutral tones because of the way they create a backdrop for bouquets and other small details (like amazing shoes!)

Custom Necklines

Customizing a dress for each bridesmaid can often come at the expense of uniformity. By opting for a dress that is similar in shape and flow, but varies in neckline, bridal parties can look both cohesive and customized.

Tonal Shifts

Add variety to your wedding party while staying within your color scheme with varying tones of the same color.

Skip the Dress

For a contemporary look, opt for a skirt and blouse instead of a dress! This look can also be paired with a shawl for those chilly fall evenings.

So tell us, what’s your favorite look for fall? Give us a shout in the comments below!