For some lucky brides this magical moment happens with the first dress they try on. However, many brides can be left feeling slightly overwhelmed by the choices available as well as the cost of the dresses and numerous accessories. It's such an important dress and the pressure to get it right can make decisions difficult.
For any of you about to start wedding dress shopping, here are a few top tips:
- Make appointments well in advance as most wedding dress shops are very busy, especially on Saturdays
- Take a couple of people with you who will be honest with you like your Mum, Sister of best friend
- Don't leave dress shopping too late as many dresses take 6 months to arrive in the store and may require several fittings and alterations.
- Wear good smooth and neutral underwear as you will need to be helped into the dresses by the shop staff and don't want a black bra under a white dress.
- Do your hair and makeup and try on veils and tiaras to get the whole bridal look. The pretty jewellery featured below is by Bridezillas
- Try on lots of different dress shapes and listen to the shop staff as some dresses will look nothing special on the hanger but can be amazing on.
- If you are curvy, a dress built on a lace up corset will give you a great hourglass shape
- Choose boutiques that will give you a private appointment so you have time to try things on
- Never feel pressurised by sales assistants into buying something that you don't totally love
- Don't feel you have to go strapless as there are dresses available now with sleeves or illusion necklines offering more coverage.
