Wedding Dress Stress: 5 Common Bridal Questions

Shopping in general can be stressful for anyone, but shopping for the perfect gown to complete your perfect day can bring an overwhelming amount of stress. Remain calm we are here to give you some tips to relieve that unwanted dress stress and help you have a successful and amazing experience.

How far in advance should I start shopping?

Don’t let anyone tell you that you’re getting your dress too early, IT IS NEVER TOO EARLY! You want to leave time for you gown to come in, it usually takes about 14-20 weeks for gowns to be made and shipped out. Remember no dress is perfect to your body - you’ll need alterations so it can fit perfectly (alterations take anywhere from 3-6 weeks).

How many people should I bring with me?

Sometimes you never know how many people is too many, everyone is different. However, remember that more people = more opinions. Think about what each opinion means to you, does it truly matter what they think of your gown?

What if my bridal tribe doesn’t like the gown I pick?

Your opinion is the only one that matters! You can still listen what others think, but at the end of the day, YOU are going to be the one walking down the aisle and dancing, so you want to find something that makes YOU happy.

Budget??

Budget is something to really consider. When you figure out what your budget is, do research. Call around and ask bridal shops questions and let them know your budget.

Style??

Keep an open mind about gowns. You may go in wanting a plain sheath gown and walk out with a blinged-out ballgown and that’s fine! Be open to different suggestions, but always let your stylist know how you feel about it. Part of your stylist job is to make sure we’re helping you find the look that you feel your best in!