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The bridesmaids should never outshine the bride. Some brides, however, seem to be taking this to the extreme when dressing up their maids of honor. Or maybe time changes fashion trends so much, that after some the style that was "in" starts to look simply ridiculous. Either way, Bored Panda has collected a series of vintage bridesmaids dresses that are so funny, that you'll probably feel sorry for the women who wore them.

The 70s fashion brought outrageous patterns, floppy hats, and undiscernable silhouettes to the mix, 80s fashion later added vivid color, spandex, and space-filling hairdos. No matter the era, though, these absolutely unique vintage outfits would make your silly Spongebob PJs look like a classy suit. Scroll down to check out the images and upvote your favorite outrageous fashion statements!

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Susan Dikko
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I thought that was a specially coordinated back drop at first glance I didn't even realise it was a curtain.

Pamela Blue
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They really shouldn't have taken that picture in front of that window. LOL!

Lise Juhl Jepsen
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think that dress is quite nice. Although not when there are four of them in the same picture. And especially in front of the curtain in almost the same fabric.

Magpie
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I like the shape of the dresses... just the placement of the group was ... unfortunate. Suggesting this was a friend who took the photos not a professional. But the little girl looks a bit scared.

Mary M
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The design isn't so bad...but...did her mum get a deal on the fabric? Those are very curtain-esque!

Corrine Dirks
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I was 6 when I was supposed to be in a wedding wouldn't do it because all the dresses were ugly

Kelly
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

At least the poor little flower girl was sparwd thw horror in this bridal party

Clare Valentine
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6 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Jodie Foster regrets not cutting up the last pair of curtains for the Flower Girl.

Elaine Marten
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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

wow those dresses are so close to the curtains, and the little flower girl seems so unmatched (style wise) to the others...but cute nonetheless

Tammy P
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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They really couldn't picked a better spot for pictures, the bridesmaids blend in with the curtains!

Patricia Ball
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Looks like the bridesmaids did a great job of matching the window dressing

Patricia Ball
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Was the bride trying to coordinate with the window dressing for her bridesmaids?.

AzKahleesi
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What did this bride do look around the room at that window and go "I have the PERFECT idea." lol even the bride's maids have the look on their face like what the hell?

Calum Sanderson
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I actually like this one. The dresses aren't bad, it's the sum of the parts which slaps you in the face. But again I like it

Mare Freed
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I was about the age of that little girl then. I remember floor-length dresses, and tripping over them.

Louise Brigance
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Can't believe they're all smiling and still wearing that dress. And standing in front of curtains made from the same material.

Valerie Anne
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They are trying to recreate the "Gone with the Wind" sketch from The Carol Burnett Show. All that's missing is the curtain rods.

Gillian Black
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

curtain material must have been cheap, the person taking the photo had no idea at all

BusLady
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They had all that leftover curtain fabric...Had to do something with it.

Mer
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

From what I can tell, well, with the non-curtain'd ladies at least, the (non-curtain) flowers are pretty.

Connie Mitchell
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Most of the curtains in the house were sacrificed for this important occasion.

Lois Dimos
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Bride to wedding planner: "and I want my bridesmaids to have dresses that match these curtains!"

Lisa Munson Holerud
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

its nice they had enough left over from the dresses to make curtains too! very thrifty ;)

altermyego
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think someone used the fabric to make the backdrop for the sake of taking pictures.

Jenny Hirst
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A bit like sound of music revisited with the dresses made from curtain material 🎼

layne
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

well at least there's an explanation... look just how hard the little flower girl is gripping her little basket. she's definitely noticed & can't wait for it all to end. Uffa!

Azure Adams
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They had extra material left after making those curtain and didn't want to waste it

Sue Knerl
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think they had leftover curtain material and made dresses out of it.

Leigh C.
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The lady on the very left and the flower girl's faces says it all

Cheryl Cope
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It was the 70s! My bridesmaids had similar dresses but with yellow flowers.

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Chicago Kitty
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The dresses day "garden party" but the hats say "yippee ki yay". The groom's tux says "we'll be here all week, try the veal and don't forget to tip your warehouse."

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Wanda Queen
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

These women at least look somewhat comfortable and like they're having fun

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PBMc
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm sure the outfits are bad but I can't see them. My eyes are glued on the hair of the guy on the right.

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Lizard Queen
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The dresses are blessedly simple. The issue here is the headgear. They look like someone re-purposed Easter decorations.

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Nikki Ferguson
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Now these bridesmaids dresses are cool...unfortunately I don't think the groomsmen suits will ever come back in fashion

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Wanda Queen
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I forget how young people got married back the day.....all these fresh little faces. Before someone jumps my s**t....I'm not saying I think it's a great idea to get married fresh out of high school. I'm just observing.

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Aunt Messy
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If you go inside the church, you'll see that all of the wallpaper in the hallways is gone.

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PBMc
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I wonder if the bride had an open wound that the Dr didn't want her licking?

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Wynand
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"I would drape myself in velvet if it were socially acceptable." George Costanza, Seinfeld.

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Amanda Kirby
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I honestly am not bothered by the oddness of the dresses. I just live how happy everyone looks. No one is trying to look cool; they seem genuinely happy to be part of the day.

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