The 14 Worst Things About Being a Fashion-Forward Bridesmaid

Being a bridesmaid is definitely an honor: someone you love has found someone they love, and they both want you to take part in their big day. But one of the negatives about being in a bridal party? The awful, totally off-trend styles that you're (most likely) expected to wear — which is especially hard if you pride yourself on keeping up with current styles, standing out from the crowd, and consider yourself an exceptionally stylish woman.

Yep, we're right there with you, which is why we've compiled a list of struggles fashion girls know all too well. Read 'em and weep — especially if they're hitting way too close to home right now. Source: Sarah Bradshaw Photography

Having to Wear the Same Things as Everyone Else
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Having to Wear the Same Things as Everyone Else

Anywhere else this would be a faux pas, but for weddings? Bring on the matching.

Speaking of Matching, Everything Has To
Sony Music

Speaking of Matching, Everything Has To

Silver detail? Silver shoes. Gold detail? Gold shoes. And wouldn't a baby-pink flower go well with that blush-colored dress? It's like a '90s boy band gone horribly wrong.

The Sheer Lack of Dress Options
20th Century Studios

The Sheer Lack of Dress Options

It doesn't matter who makes it . . . whether it's strapless or one-shouldered, a bridesmaid dress looks like a bridesmaid dress.

Not Being the Best Dressed Person in the Room
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Not Being the Best Dressed Person in the Room

OK, OK — it's your friend's/sister's/family member's day, but this is going to take some getting used to.

Being Unsure Whether or Not to Give Your Honest Opinion
Paramount Pictures

Being Unsure Whether or Not to Give Your Honest Opinion

Do you tell her that her choice is hideous? Or do you just smile, nod, and pretend to love it?

Being Unable to Accessorize However You Want
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Being Unable to Accessorize However You Want

What do you mean I can't cover up this gown with a leather jacket? And you bought us earrings? What am I supposed to do with the ones I picked out?

Wearing Something That Doesn't Flatter Your Shape
NBC

Wearing Something That Doesn't Flatter Your Shape

Sorry, but empire waist does not look good on everyone. With women of all different sizes and builds, someone's bound to look awkward.

Or Just Something Unflattering in General
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Or Just Something Unflattering in General

Please, oh please, not the taffeta!

Having to Spend a Ton on Something You'll Never Wear Again

Having to Spend a Ton on Something You'll Never Wear Again

It costs how much?! Are you kidding?!

Being Forced to Wear a Shawl
NBC

Being Forced to Wear a Shawl

No one wears shawls anymore. No one.

Suddenly Feeling Self-Conscious About Your Size
Fox

Suddenly Feeling Self-Conscious About Your Size

Even the slightest hint of body issues are magnified once you step into a dressing room with a bunch of other women, all of whom are trying on the same exact thing.

Having to Use the Bridal Store's Tailor
NBC

Having to Use the Bridal Store's Tailor

You could bring it to somewhere else — your usual tailor or some place that's cheaper — but what if they ruin it? Or it turns out too short? Are you willing to take the risk?

Having to Wear Whatever Shoes the Bride Tells You to Wear
Disney

Having to Wear Whatever Shoes the Bride Tells You to Wear

Strappy silver sandals with a midheight heel? You cannot be serious.

Knowing the Photos Will Be Horrendous
NBC

Knowing the Photos Will Be Horrendous

Yay! You'll forever have to live with these photos of you on Facebook!