Grown-up glamour for bridesmaids

Adult bridesmaids and sophisticated guests will stand out from the crowd in our pick of high-glamour numbers from the S/S 2016 collections in tones ranging from silver grey and mint to hot pink and deep cranberry

Cocktail hour

This super-glam sculpted-shoulder cocktail dress – shown here in pink – is made of Italian silk and has a sculpted pencil skirt. It is made to measure as part of the couture service at Suzannah, which means you can choose from a wide range of colours to match your style and wedding theme. suzannah.com

Silver star

This elegant long gown, with draped neckline and side split, is ideal for a beach or evening wedding celebration. It’s from Damsel in a Dress, a go-to for party gear that can take you from wedding ceremony to ballroom. UK stockists include John Lewis. damselinadress.co.uk

Posh frock

Simple and elegant party frocks from Ghost are available in a range of colours, from pales to rich shades, and designs include everything from simple slips to this elegant and form-fitting full-length gown with low cowl back. ghost.co.uk

Mint fresh

This beautiful soft mint silk gazar dress is both flattering and effortlessly wearable with its elbow-length sleeves, slouch pockets and v-detail neckline. Lined in silk, it is also weighted at the hem to ensure it holds its circular shape. It is shown here in spearmint with a silver belt, but is also available in navy, watermelon or ivory. suzannah.com

Empire line

This rich cranberry Marsha dress with satin tie is part of the range of fine occasion numbers from Joyce Young. Dresses are made to order and available in a range of colours – so perfect for the bridesmaid or maid of honour who wants to look the part and match the wedding colours. joyceyoungcollections.co.uk

Short and sweet

This sweet short shift in soft grey features draping in lace over one shoulder and a silken belt. It’s part of a new range of bridesmaid dresses by Jenny Packham at David’s Bridal. davidsbridal.co.uk

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