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Congratulations!\u00a0 You’re getting married.\u00a0 As a young girl, you probably have always dreamed or at least thought of your wedding day.\u00a0 And every girl when they get their ring wants to start wedding dress shopping.\u00a0 However, once you start, you will quickly understand how overwhelming it can be.\u00a0 With thousands of dresses and styles available, you can go crazy!\u00a0 So, let\u2019s break down wedding dress shopping with everything you need to know.<\/p>\n
Schedule an Appointment<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Most bridal shops prefer you make an appointment because the shop attendant who is working closely with you will help select styles and sizes.\u00a0 Walk-in are always welcomed, but you might find yourself in the store when it is extremely busy, and your stylist may not be able to give you the time and attention you really should have.\u00a0 Saturdays are the most popular day for brides-to-be to shop, so you might want to schedule a weekday.<\/p>\n Know Your Wedding Date<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n If you are purchasing a dress that will be made only after you purchase it, you need between four and seven months for your dress to arrive.\u00a0 If you are buying \u201coff the rack\u201d you need only allow enough time for tailoring the dress to fit you perfectly, anywhere from one to two months.\u00a0 So \u2013 know your wedding date when you shop.\u00a0 In addition, your dress should match the activities and style of your wedding.<\/p>\n Understand Dress Terms<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n To communicate clearly with your stylist, get familiar with wedding dress terms like silhouette, sweetheart neckline, bustles, etc.<\/p>\n Have a Budget Range<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Know your price range than you are willing to spend and share that with your stylist.\u00a0 By creating a range, your stylists can select dresses on either end of the budget and you will get a good array of dresses to try on.<\/p>\n Budget Price Ranges:\u00a0 $100-$500 and $500 – $1000<\/p>\n Moderate Price Range: \u00a0$1000 – $1500<\/p>\n Quality Price Range: $1500 – $2500<\/p>\n High End Price Range: $2500 – $4000<\/p>\n Couture: $4000 and Up<\/p>\n Who & What to Bring With You<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n The more people you have at your shopping trip will result in more opinions and more chaos.\u00a0 Select a few special people whose opinion you value and cap it at about three or four individuals.\u00a0 Bring along any photos of dresses that you really like (just 2 or 3) and don\u2019t forget to bring your undergarments and shoes that you will wear that day.<\/p>\n First Things First<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Undergarments can drastically change the look of a dress.\u00a0 \u00a0You already know that wearing a strapless bra or a regular one with clear straps is non-negotiable.\u00a0 Even so, it’s recommended to get your measurements taken before you start this process;\u00a0 being in an incorrectly sized bra can make the entire gown look awkward on your body.\u00a0 \u00a0Undergarments one cup size too small or a few inches too big around can make a huge difference in the fit.<\/p>\n Wear just enough makeup to feel pretty – don’t go overboard.\u00a0 Being surrounded by a billowing sea of white fabric makes you hyper-aware of your appearance.\u00a0 Whatever you do, DON’T apply self-tanner in the days leading up to your appointment – it can damage any dress you try on.\u00a0 And finally, wear your hair the way you’ve planned it for the wedding.<\/p>\n Your first decision is finding which dress silhouette works for you — Ballgown, Trumpet, Sheath, etc.\u00a0 (More on these choice follows.)\u00a0 Decide on which style flatters you the most.\u00a0 Dresses with beautiful trains, and detailing along the hem are great, but don’t forget about the top of your dress as well, as that part of your dress will be in most of your wedding photos.\u00a0 Stay away from “trends” and so with what you love.\u00a0 \u00a0Be nice to your Mom and try on a dress she recommends, even if you hate it.\u00a0 If Mom has been looking forward to this moment since you were a little girl, oblige her just this one time and try of one of her choices.\u00a0 Either she’ll see that you were right or you might shock yourself by purchasing one of her picks.<\/p>\n Time to Try on The Dresses<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n When trying on dresses, tell the truth about the gowns.\u00a0 The consultant can’t assist you properly if you don’t tell them how you really feel about the gown.\u00a0 \u00a0The consultant is not the designer, and you won’t hurt their feelings.\u00a0 Don’t freak out about the “size” of your dress as most bridal gowns run two to three sizes larger than your regular size.\u00a0 \u00a0You are not a failure if you have to try on more than 10 gowns before finding “the One.”\u00a0 And sometimes it takes multiple visits.<\/p>\n Be sure to sit, shimmy, and even twirl in the gowns while trying them on — if it’s the right one, you should feel as it you never want to take it off.\u00a0 \u00a0 You’re most likely going to shop for a wedding gown once in your life, so it’s okay to make the final decision yourself, and you’ll mostly likely\u00a0 hear a inner voice tell you which one you should choose.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Congratulations!\u00a0 You’re getting married.\u00a0 As a young girl, you probably have always dreamed or at least thought of your wedding day.\u00a0 And every girl when they get 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