Finding a dress for your wedding day can be overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. Use these tips to help you find the perfect dress.
1. Balance Your Budget
This is the most important step and should be done before
you start looking. You don’t want to fall in love with a dress that is not
within your budget. Beside there are
fabulous dresses in every price range. Know your budget before you go and look
at dresses and stick to it. If you are
able to save a few pennies you can use the extra towards extraordinary shoes!
2. Be Inspired
Check the web, stores, and magazines for inspiration. You
want to make sure to do your homework, but stay open-minded. A dress may look gorgeous on someone else,
but could have a complete different look on you. You may have fallen in love with a
picture of a dress, but change your mind when you try it on. Just remember to keep an open mind.
3. Find Something Figure Friendly
Understanding basic dress silhouettes and body types can
help when searching for a wedding dress. Though certain styles work better for
certain body types, you don’t have to let the rules narrow your search. Trying
on different kinds of dresses is essential.
Then you can decide what shape and style you look and feel the best in.
4. Envision the Venue
What time and place is your wedding taking place? Is it
indoor or outdoor? Spring or winter? Are you getting married in a cathedral or
a beach? Your wedding theme and location should play a big factor in what you
wear on your big day.
Your dress should not only make your light up, but also be
something you feel comfortable in. You want it to capture your sense of style
and personality. All this has to be kept in line with a price that doesn’t
cause you to regret it as you walk down the aisle. Use these tips and you’ll be
well on your way to discovering the dress of your dreams.
Happy Planning!
Bethanie
