The bridesmaid dresses that you pick out have a big job to do: they need to complement your bridal gown, fit in with the theme and the season of the wedding, flatter your attendants, and also work within the budget. That is a lot to ask from a dress. No wonder that it can be such a challenging task to choose the great bridesmaid dresses in entire wedding planning process. Thus you really need to do some homework to make the process as painless as possible.

Read articles for 2010 fashion trends or look at the fashionable pictures online to narrow it down to several trendy colors and styles. Also bring one or two friends of you when shopping for the great bridesmaid dresses is also helpful.

Here are some of the fresh new bridesmaid dresses for 2010 weddings.

The bridesmaid dresses with straps really take place of the ubiquitous strapless silhouette. Bridesmaids will really breathe a sign of relief as there will be no worries that the tugging and pulling on ill-fitting strapless dresses would probably slip at just the wrong moment. And some dresses with bold halter and one shoulder necklines would be on the trend. Asymmetry is popular, so are fluid fabrics such as chiffon, organza and charmeuse alike.

Another style that instead of the strapless is the classic bateau neckline, which is immensely flattering and graceful. A bateau neckline bridesmaid dress with a full A-line skirt is really a great accompaniment to the 1950s inspired wedding dresses that is trendiest in 2010. Also finished off with equally timeless accessories like pearls bridesmaid jewelry sets, such a classic bridesmaid gown can really be fabulous.

The city chic flair is really very welcomed in 2010. For that modernity, a sleek and contemporary knee length one shoulder dress is a fantastic option. Matching it with the killer shoes and dramatic bridesmaid earrings, such bridesmaid gowns can really make your wedding stand out in fashion. If you prefer to long dress that made of soft chiffon would be a chic choice. The floor length chiffon gowns in neutral charcoal gray can be a stunning option for a formal wedding in 2010. Also the ruffles are romantic and also popular this year. The elegant bridesmaid dresses in soft and floated fabrics like chiffon can really create an almost otherworldly effect. It is great as well to finish the great look with sets of bridesmaid jewelry with a romantic or vintage flavor like pearl, clear crystal pendants and earrings.

Colors for 2010 bridesmaid dress collections have an interesting range of selections. The noticeably absent are the "safe" or pastel colors. Charcoal gray is on the top list of the most popular. Deep colors such as purple, ink blue and bold colors like vivid sunset orange are the new trend, as is the very pale.

However, no matter what your preference is, you can really always find the fittest. However, bear in mind: just get your stylish wedding gown before falling in love with bridesmaid dress styles. Also make sure your chosen bridesmaid dresses complement your attire, the theme of the wedding as much as possible.