- Set your Date and Venue. The time of year and the place you have the wedding can guide you with your overall style and look of the wedding. Whether a winter wonderland at the Taj, or a destination wedding in Cape Cod, your dress needs to fit the occasion.
- Have a Budget. The dress, accessories, and alterations can all add up so know what your comfortable spending, and don't be afraid to let your consultant know. If your unsure ask, what would a veil cost, shoes, any other accessories and of course alterations. All dresses need alterations hem, bustle, and maybe a take in at the bust, waist or hip.
- Know your Silhouette and Style that looks best. If you know you prefer strapless, or you need a v-neck, maybe you like a natural waist versus a dropped waist. If your pear shaped embellish on the top and choose an Aline dress. An apple shape a sweetheart neckline to draw the eye up and an empire waist. Hourglass a fit and flare, cinch at the waist. A rectangular shape, choose something that is curvy, or a bias cut dress. Every shape has its assets, don't be afraid to show them off!
- When your ready to make the appointment, chose one or two people who know you best. Its easy to invite the entire bridal party, but don't. This is your day, and as overwhelming as it can be having a group with you can make it challenging. Everyone like to pull a dress, everyone has an opinion. You know what you want, you know what you like, too many people can confuse that decision. Bring the one or two people who are honest, who know you and will be supportive. Meet up with the girls after for dinner!
- HAVE FUN! This is an exciting time, take a breath and enjoy. Have fun choosing your dress, you want to look back and think I love it just as much as the day I wore it.
Enjoy and happy dress shopping.
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