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As a rule of thumb, one of the most important things to wear BEFORE you put on any maternity bridesmaid dresses especially on the wedding day and at your dress fittings is proper shapewear

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(It's also increasingly popular among bridesmaids, with companies like David's Bridal and BHLDN having whole sections dedicated to it.) As with most clothing, the formality of the garment really depends on the fabric and the cut, more so than the color