For today’s bride anything goes when choosing bridesmaid dresses. From the traditional and elegant to the contemporary and on trend, we’ve chosen our favourite 10 dresses available this season.

Bhs offers a great selection of styles, available in a range of colours so there’s no excuse not to keep all the bridesmaids happy. (From left to right) Alicia £120, Cecily £90, Eleanor £90 and Anna £90 all in merlot from Bhs.

For a sophisticated affair, choose this elegant black and white maxi dress, Pearce II Fionda one shoulder maxi dress, £140 from Debenhams.

Prints are a key trend this season and perfect for spring and summer nuptials. Printed one shoulder maxi dress, £229 from Ted Baker.

With the shops full of pretty pastel colours, there’s never been a better season to choose bridesmaid dresses from your favourite stores. Jacquard prom dress, £48 from Dorothy Perkins.

Choose a dress with pretty details and keep flowers and accessories to a minimum and the end result is totally chic. Etienne dress, £140 and Sevron court shoes, £65 from Monsoon.

For a high summer wedding bright colour works really well. Coral dress, £175 from Karen Millen.

Simple dresses don’t need to be dull and the detailing on this dress is flattering too. Blue strapless dress, £90 from Evans.

Elegant yet simple, what bridesmaid wouldn’t love this Limited Collection heavenly pleat dress, £55 from Marks & Spencer?

Nude colours have been popular on the red carpet this season, and translate beautifully for bridemaid dresses. Gracie maxi dress, £175 from Coast.

It's no wonder Coast is a go-to for brides, with stylish dresses available in a range of colours like this Savannah maxi dress in navy, £195 from Coast.

By Catrin Bell.