Getting ready for a fall 2011 wedding? Then it is time to find the perfect dresses for your bridesmaids! Learn about the latest trends for fall 2011 weddings, and the bridesmaid dresses that your friends will actually want to wear.

Rich color is tops for fall 2011 bridesmaid dresses. If there is just one trend that you follow, choose a jewel tone for your bridesmaids. They will look very elegant in a deep emerald green, a regal plum, a gorgeous cobalt, or a sophisticated burgundy. The great thing about jewel tones is that they are classic fall colors, so your bridesmaids look as timeless as they do current. Brides who are nervous about using saturated colors can opt for a rich chocolate brown or gold as an alternative to the jewel tones.

The popular jewel tones of fall look particularly fabulous in a luxurious satin fabric. The shimmer of the satin will enhance the rich color of the bridesmaid dresses. Satin allows for nicely tailored silhouettes, which will look distinctly autumnal as compared to the flowy chiffon dresses of summer. If you prefer a little less shine, a silk shantung or dupioni dress is a lovely option. Both of those fabrics also work very well to create the structured styles which are so pretty for bridesmaids this year.

Unless your wedding is very formal, a knee length satin dress will be ideal. There are some wonderfully chic and sophisticated styles available. Look for a dress with a particularly interesting neckline. Some of the most gorgeous bridesmaid dresses have wide portrait necklines. They have a bit of that glamorous mid-century cocktail party elegance, and are ideal for showing off gorgeous bridesmaid jewelry. Off the shoulder, tank, and strapless are other popular necklines. If you go with a strapless dress, look for one with a sweetheart neckline or a twisted design so that it has a more unique style than the basic straight-across strapless neckline.

Formal fall weddings call for long dresses, and there are some fantastic options available for fall 2011 weddings. As with the knee length dresses, jewel tones are especially chic. A fitted satin bridesmaid dress with a one shoulder neckline would be stunning for an evening wedding. Dramatic earrings would be the perfect bridesmaid jewelry gifts for a one shoulder gown. Choose a dress with a gentle mermaid silhouette for the ultimate in elegance.

There is one trend from previous seasons that will still be going strong for fall 2011 bridesmaid dresses. That is the concept of dressing attendants around a central theme, but not necessarily all in the same exact gown. Just think about how stylish your bridesmaids will look in a collection of sophisticated satin jewel tone dresses, with each woman in the style that suits her best. The results will be an absolutely gorgeous group of bridesmaids!

Bridget Mora helps brides shop for bridesmaid jewelry, attire, and decorations with her articles on wedding trends. Visit us at Silverland Jewelry to find the perfect bridesmaid jewelry for your 2011 wedding.