Yesterday I pointed out that long bridesmiad gowns often resemble curtains, that is SO not cute. But I think everyone knows that short bridesmiad gowns have the potential to become just as fugly. (I'm taking a look at you, shiny strapless, satin sausage-casing wedding dresses) The key to selecting a short bridesmaid dress that the friends won't secretly hate is getting a silhouette that everyone's comfortable in. Depending on your friends' shapes and comfort levels, that may mean, say, selecting a dress with straps, or one that isn't snug over the hips. Here are five contenders:

Yes, the gown below reveals a great deal, both up top and down bottom. But they assured us in the show that the gown would be WAY more conservative if this hits stores, so attempt to envision a less sassy version!

Do you want wearing short bridesmiad gowns? Which of those white prom dress is the favorite?

I'd need to see the "conservative" version of No. 3 before choosing it, but I love both color and also the pattern around the skirt!