5 Shopping Tips to Find a Wedding Dress You'll Feel Great In
Wedding dress shopping is an exciting part of wedding planning for brides. But many brides are also unsure about how they will feel and look in a wedding gown. After all, this is a dress that carries a lot of weight and that is often outside the wheelhouse of many women. So how can you choose a dress that you will feel great in? Here are five shopping tips to do just that.
1. Listen to the Boutique. Wedding dress shop owners have a great deal of experience in helping all sorts of brides meet all types of challenges, both internal and external. Listen to suggestions, try out their recommendations, and give thought to their opinions. They are there to make you look and feel your best.
2. Value Your Undergarments. The right undergarments go a long way toward making your dress and styling a success. Don't underestimate the value of these items even though they are unseen. Talk with a dress shop owner about the choice of undergarments and bring along any you are particularly set on wearing.
3. Dress for Who You Are. Many brides want to improve some aspect of their physical appearance before the big day. But if you choose a dress that looks good on who you are right now, it will look good on you if things change later. So even if you hope to gain or lose a few pounds or hit the spray tan, a flattering dress today reduces pre-wedding stress and ensures you'll look and feel great no matter what the future holds.
4. Don't Feel Pressured to Change. You are most likely to feel confident and beautiful in a wedding dress that you enjoy and that reflects your personal style and taste. But many brides fall into a trap of being talked into a dress that simply isn't them. Don't let yourself be swayed by societal or peer pressure. If necessary, schedule a secret first shopping trip and later present your squad with choices selected from it.
5. Set Your Mood. Be positive about wedding dress shopping. It's supposed to be fun and romantic, so make it just that. Get your hair and makeup done. Have a light brunch first. Schedule plenty of time, preferably in only one or two shops. And bring along only those closest friends or family members whom you really love and trust.
Want More Tips for Success?
Get more first-hand tips for dress shopping success by talking with the staff at a local wedding dress boutique in your area. With them on your team, you're sure to find the perfect dress that makes you look and feel like the queen you want to be when you say "I do."
