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Perfect Wedding Dress in Five Easy Steps Congratulations! You’ve found the man of your dreams, and together the two of you are going to embark on a lifelong journey that begins with the wedding ceremony. Now it’s time for one of the most celebrated and anticipated events for any bride-to-be; wedding dress shopping! Finding the perfect wedding gown can be a joyous occasion, but for many brides it can also be wrought with anxiety. Follow these five easy steps to minimize stress and enjoy the process of finding that one perfect dress. 1. Shop Early - It makes sense the more time you have, the less stressful shopping will be. Since most couples plan a wedding for about a year, it’s recommended you begin your dress shopping between six and nine months before the big day! This will leave plenty of time for dress delivery, alterations, and time for the inevitable and unexpected delays. Planning a wedding in less time? No problem! You can find "off the rack dresses" that are equally as elegant and stunning! 2. Set a Budget - It would be great to afford our wildest dreams for one of the most memorable days in our lives. The reality for most couples is the need to balance your hearts’ desires with the need for frugality. Though experts suggest a dress should be no more than ten percent of your entire wedding budget, it is possible to find the perfect dress without breaking the bank. Gorgeous gowns can be found to fit any budget, and high price does not always guarantee high quality. The key here is to shop smart, and look for deals and ways to save money without compromising the final effect. 3. Make a Wish List - Your gown should accentuate your beauty and punctuate your wedding day. As with anything you choose to wear, your wedding gown is an expression of who you are as an individual. What kind of wedding are you planning, and what kind of bride do you want to be? Keep a list of the dress styles and embellishments that you feel best portray your style and the style of your wedding. Close your eyes and picture your fairy tale wedding. What does your dress look like in those dreams? 4. Do your Homework - Take the time to sort through magazines and online to study different dress styles and the body types for which they are the most flattering. Again, think of your wedding day - the setting, time of day, and season are all important when thinking of the dress style that will be the most appropriate. Before you even set foot in a bridal salon to try dresses on, you’ll want to be armed with an idea of what you like. Otherwise, everything will be a sea of white and crinoline and you won’t know where to start! Keep a folder of magazine clippings and online images, making notes of your favorite and least favorite dress features. Remember to also keep an open mind, and don’t be afraid to try something on even if it wasn’t on your list - you might be surprised! 5. Plan your Day of Shopping - Though it can seem a bit over the top, there’s no harm in writing an itinerary of your shopping day. This is an effective method of time management that will maximize the number of shops you visit, while keeping nerves and bad moods at bay. Plan a lot of breaks throughout the day so no one grows too weary. Also, be sure to call ahead to all of the salons you intend to visit - many require an appointment. Despite how daunting the task can seem for some brides-to-be, you will find the dress; the one that eloquently expresses your style and your personality without exhausting your budget. It might take some time and patience, but you’ll be rewarded for all your hard work and effort with the perfect wedding gown. |
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