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And if you're still feeling like it's not quite wedding-ready, pair it with a silky shawl to complete the look

Mixing prints, textures and silhouettes, we love how this bride mixed and matched her selection of bridesmaid dresses in tones of brown

Shawl sold separately

Where to Find Velvet Bridesmaid Dresses If you're looking for velvet bridesmaid dresses, your first port of call should be some local bridal boutiques - they should be able to tell you over the phone or by email whether they've got any in stock, and which brands they carry

The shapely bag can be purchased secondhand via a slew of websites including Fashionphile, ThredUp and Rebag