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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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5 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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5 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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5 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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5 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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5 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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5 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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5 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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5 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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5 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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Belle Tanis
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If you got married in a Catholic Church you had to wear a head covering. Plus, yes floppy hats were very popular!

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

The dresses fit well. The line is flattering for any figure. Once again, a busy pattern is too much for a long dress.

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

It’s not just the neck line, it’s the WHOLE dress that is AWFUL

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Ruth Beaty
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's that whole bed sheet vibe again! Just walk away ladies, don't be tempted by the foofy flower print!

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

I legitimately love that fabric pattern. And the bride's Loretta Lynn hair- ooooooh. She purdy.

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Maria Campbell
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Lady fourth from right; "Jesus begeebus, what the f***k was she thinking to dress us like glamourous curtains? I hate my life."

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Jo Johannsen
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Flannel nightgown would have been cheaper, more comfortable, and just as nice.

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Scott Halstead
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Looks like something my Grandmother would wear for a nightgown.

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Gayle Chandler
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Was there a run on floral material? Seeing too many of these dresses.

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

At least it's not yellow... Remove those horrible hats and that weird collar-thing on the dresses and they honestly wouldn't be half bad!

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

Ok., waits for the down votes, ...but I like the hats.

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Jo Acosta
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Old Mother Hubbard went to her cupboard to get floppy hats for her girls

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Karen Parkinson
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's the hats they really aren't flattering! As my dear departed Gran would say "it looks like a pea on a drum"

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5 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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