Wedding dress shopping is probably the most stressful part of a wedding.  You want something that looks amazing, goes with the feeling of your wedding, and is comfortable.  How on earth are you going to find all of that in one dress?

Don’t stress.  No, really.  I have some great tips for having a good experience dress shopping; tried and true!

Don’t go alone, but don’t bring an entire entourage with you, either.  Two, maybe three at most.  The more people you bring with you, the more opinions you’ll hear.  Make sure the people you bring are familiar with your sense of style, but will also be honest with you if something doesn’t look right.

Bring along some bottled water, and some snack bars.  It’s a lot of work, lifting all those gowns over your head all day long; they’re a lot heavier than they look!  Even if you have a consultant in the dressing room with you, it gets very warm, and having water is a great way to stay happy, and keep your energy level up.

Bring a camera.  Even if you purchase a dress your first day out, it’s nice to have pictures of your dream dress to look at all day long.  :)  If you don’t pick a dress, then you can go home and compare the pictures.  It makes the decision making process much easier.

If you find the gown you want, and are absolutely in love with it, purchase it.  There is some logic to continuing to look, but it can get out of hand very fast.  Soon, all the dresses will look the same, and the process won’t be fun any more.  This is supposed to be fun!  However, don’t let anyone talk you into a dress either; you’re the one wearing it.  If you don’t think it’s the one for you, then don’t buy it.  The last thing we want is for you to regret your choice.

Bring a sense of humor.  Stay lighthearted, and just have fun.  This is a once in a lifetime opportunity.  You’re going to look absolutely amazing, and have a wonderful day on your wedding day, and we want every step of the process to be fun.  Laugh.  Lots.

Now that you are armed for a big day of shopping, one last thing; good luck!

Kirsten

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