MemberWould it be strange to skip this tradition and just have the bridesmaids wear whatever they want while getting ready? I haven’t found a set of robes that I like, and I would rather buy them something else. Do you think the maids would be expecting a robe to wear while getting ready?
MemberI dont think they are expecting it, but it is nice to match. I got button down shirts that were like $5 a piece and then I am monograming them too. That way we look semi matching in photos but I dont spend a lot and still have money to get them jewlery and mimosa stuff!
MemberIt is a new trend. Can’t imagine many would enjoy a closet full of bridesmaids robes. If you want to, just skip it. We didn’t do them and it was just fine
MemberMy bridemaids certainly did not expect robes, but we are all in our late 30’s-early 40’s. I feel like robes are a bigger thing for the 20-30 year old bridal parties?
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SLOBee, I think that is a good point… I’m 30 and most of my bridesmaids are in their late 20’s. Hopefully they don’t want a robe. 🙂
MemberThey’re definitely a trend, not a tradition! If you don’t want them, don’t worry about it! 🙂
MemberMy cousin didn’t get the girtls robes.. but instead she just asked them to wear pj shorts and a top.. they were still cute for pics.
i think its more a trend not an expected tradition. It’s cute idea I think though
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It’s a trend not a tradition. I’ve seen shirts, pjs, or whatever the girls are comfortable in. Personally, I had a monogram robe included as just part of a bridesmaid gift. They were cotton. I still wear mine because it’s so soft. Made for cute pics. If you would “rather die” than wear a gift I had made for you I may question my decision to have you as a bridesmaid. I’ve worn dresses I may not love but do it out of respect for the bride.
MemberWhen I was a bridesmaid in my friend’s wedding she was discussing bridesmaid gift options with me and I begged her “anything expect robes!”. I’m plus size and my shoulders are super wide so I can never find a robe to fit me and the robes are always super short. I would have been completely uncomfortable in one of those flowery robes you see all over Pinterest so I’m glad they’re not a tradition!
Memberdefinitely a trend not a tradition. I looked at the option and was like “oh that’s cute” then looked at the tag and was like NOPE. I am probably going to DIY wooden hangers with “Bridesmaid” or whatever on them for the dresses though
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MemberJust another pinterest thing for weddings. So not tradition, thank goodness
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