Hunting for a wedding dress is one of the most exciting things to do in preparation for a wedding. Going to the bridal shop with your closest friends and family members to try on dresses and twirl around in front of big mirrors is every girl’s dream outing. Although it is a fun day, it is also serious because this is one of the biggest decisions you have to make for the wedding ceremony. If you are starting your wedding dress journey and you need some advice, check out the tips and tricks below for finding ‘the one’.
Start Far in Advance
As soon as the proposal has happened, you should start looking at dresses online and researching bridal shops. The reason for this is that even when you do pick your dream dress, there is a long process of altering and tailoring to make sure the dress fits you perfectly on the day of the wedding. You may also need several different visits to the bridal shop to find a dress you will fall in love with. If you have a date set for your wedding, then plan on starting the wedding dress process at least nine months in advance. This leaves plenty of time for any hiccups in the process.
Find The Right Bridal Shop for You
Not all bridal shops are the same just as not all brides are the same. Many brides these days are seeking dresses that stray from the traditional white or are looking for a place that will cater to plus sizes. If you are looking for an inclusive selection of dresses, check out reputable shops that cater to all body types and focus on offering a wide selection of dresses and transparent prices. According to the people behind the Versailles Atelier bridal shop in Draper, the best way to figure out which bridal shop is going to work for you is to go there yourself and have an appointment. If you like what you see and you feel like you will find your dream dress there, then you can book another appointment with your bridesmaids and dedicate that time to trying on the wide selection of dresses that fit your body type and personality.
Set a Budget
Before walking through the doors of any bridal shop, set a spending limit for yourself so that you do not accidentally try on a dress that you love and then discover that it is over budget by a lot. This is a common thing to happen to future brides and it can be devastating. A good bridal shop will be able to find you a dress you love within your budget.
Bring People You Trust With You
Choosing who you want to go with you to find your dress is a very important decision because they are going to help you decide what looks best, but they will also be there for you emotionally through all of the ups and downs of bridal gown appointments. One tip for making sure that your day goes smoothly is to keep your group small. Although it is fun to have a lot of support, it can also get stressful having multiple opinions being slung at you all at once. Most brides usually invite their bridesmaids along for the dress-picking process, but if some of them live far away or have crazy work schedules, it is okay to let them know that you are fine if they miss it.
If you have sisters that you are close with then bring them as well as your mother and maybe an aunt or two if you are close. As for friends, choose ones who you know have a good idea of what you want. The people closest to you are hopefully people you trust most in the world, so you can trust that they will give fair and honest opinions.
Consider Your Comfort
Comfort is usually the last thing a bride is thinking about for her wedding dress, but if you consider how many hours you are going to be in the dress, then you have to think about how you are going to feel in it. When you try on dresses, make sure to note if anything is poking you or too tight because those things can be amended by the tailor. This is also why brides must come back for a few fittings after they find their dream dress to make sure that they feel comfortable and confident for their wedding day.
Think About the Theme of Your Wedding
If you already have the aesthetics and venue of your wedding picked out when you go dress hunting, then consider those things as you are looking at different dress designs. It is becoming increasingly popular to have themed weddings as couples want to celebrate their love for each other with their love of something else, whether that is a fictional universe theme like Game of Thrones or different aesthetic choices like rustic or regal. If you are planning a themed wedding, then keep that in mind when you are choosing your dress.
If you want a more medieval look for a fictional universe theme, then try on dresses with corsets or off-the-shoulder looks. If you want a more rustic look, then try on flowy dresses or dresses that look a bit whimsical. With the popularity of shows like Bridgerton, many brides are choosing a more regal look, meaning that they are choosing dresses that replicate the aesthetic of dresses from the early to mid-1800s that are big and beautiful so that they can look like queens on their wedding day. Whatever theme you choose, remember that you are the main event and whatever dress you choose, all eyes will be on you.
The experience of your own wedding and shopping for your wedding dress is a once-in-a-lifetime thrill. To stay on track with finding the best dress for you, keep these tips and tricks in mind and go out there and get your dream dress.
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