 Image by Bryant Sanders Photography Are you ready to go wedding dress shopping at bridal salons? Before you go, here are some tips to keep in mind when shopping for your wedding dress. Read on before you make your dress shopping appointments. 1. Have A Budget It is best to let your stylist know how much your want to spend. They can select dresses in your price range. This way, you don't waste time trying on a bunch of gowns out of your price range. Keep in mind that your dress budget doesn’t just include the gown but also the cost of alterations, taxes and possible shipping fees. 2. Start Early Wedding dresses can take six to eight months to come in.. It is best to start looking 10-12 months before your wedding so that you can make a decision 8-10 months before your wedding. If you put dress shopping off for too long, your selection of dresses could be limited or you might make a quick decision you may regret later. Once you've found your gown, it will take at least eight weeks to make alterations. 3. Figure Out What You Like Take cues from your venue, the season and the time of day you're getting married to help narrow down your dress style. Rule out fabrics and silhouettes that won't work (for example, a bulky ball gown is probably not the best fit for a midday beach affair) and consider what styles will flatter your shape. 4. Call in Advance Just because a salon carries your favorite designer doesn't mean it'll have the exact dress you've been dying to try on. If you call beforehand and request a specific style, chances are the salon will be able to call in a sample of that gown especially for you. While you may get lucky and snag a salesperson just by walking in, scheduling an appointment guarantees you'll get a full hour of undivided attention. Plus, many bridal salons require you to book an appointment in order to try on gowns, so you'll want to call ahead.
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Thanks for pointing out that we need to start shopping for a wedding dress about 10-12 months before the event. I will keep that in mind to ensure that I will not have any issues with the most special dress that I am going to wear. It will be a once-in-a-lifetime event, so I need it to fit me well and also come to me at the right time. 6/27/2022 05:31:09 pm
Starting early when shopping for a wedding dress could save us from a lot of stress. This is especially true because my partner can get very indecisive at times, making things a little rough for her when she's pressed for time. I'll make sure we help her browse wedding dress tailors as early as now so it's easier for her to decide. Your comment will be posted after it is approved.
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