10 Mistakes To Avoid When Shopping For A Wedding Dress
Shopping for your wedding dress is one of the most anticipated and enjoyable aspects of preparing yourself for your wedding day. It is something you have dreamed about since you were young. Often, brides to be are not aware of the mistakes to avoid when shopping for a wedding dress.
We have created a post to help you avoid all the common mistakes a bride may make meaning your wedding dress shopping experience will be as amazing as you always imagined.
1. Shopping too early or to late
It is easy to get caught up in the excitement of planning a wedding, from the moment you get engaged thoughts often quickly turn to your dress. However, before anyone gets carried away it is important you first set a date and choose a venue to give yourself an adequate time frame with which to shop. Likewise, do not leave it too late and create additional stress in the lead up to your wedding.
Give yourself at least nine months before your wedding to allow for your dress to be ordered in and for any alterations to be made.
2. Failing to do your research
Researching both, what style of dress you are looking for, and what wedding boutique will be best for your requirements and budget is vital in making sure your dress shopping experience runs as smoothly as possible.
Research by using our list of approved wedding dress suppliers, reading through magazines, browse Pinterest for inspiration, and read information blogs to help give you an idea of what is out there; the more research you do, the better informed you will be.
3. Shopping for accessories too early
Ensure you have found your dream dress before you start shopping for your accessories. If you buy accessories first, there is a risk they might not match the gown you fall in love with. Either that, or your options quickly become limited.
4. Dismissing the bridal advisor’s advice
The bridal wear shop you decide to buy your dress through will be extremely experienced at what they do and will be helping brides just like yourself daily. Do not be quick in dismissing for their advice around. Even if it is not what you want to hear it is their job to help you look fabulous on the big day.
5. Ignoring your budget
Do not be tempted to try on dresses you cannot afford. Set your budget and stick to it. Like with the other aspects of your wedding it is important to find a budget that will not bankrupt you. Weddings are expensive!
A mistake many brides make is trying on a dress that is out of budget thinking. It can put a real downer on your experience if you fall in love with something that is unobtainable.
6. Doing everything on the web
Even if you are buying online, make sure you visit the boutique and try on a couple of styles before you come to a decision. You will be surprised at how different styles look once you try them on.
We advise finding styles and silhouettes that you like and shopping online for similar looking dresses once you have visited a boutique in person.
7. Buying a dress that does not fit
Your top priority should be buying a wedding dress that fits your body and makes you look as beautiful as possible. You do not want the stresses of a wedding dress that is to small leading up to your wedding day. Remember it’s much easier to have a dress taken in, than it is to let out.
8. Taking the dress home too early
Once you’ve purchased your dress, you’ll be tempted to take it home and get out to have a look at or try on, consequently running the risk of your marking it or worse still, getting caught wearing it by your partner ahead of the big day.
Try to leave it in the boutique for as long as possible to help minimise temptations and keep it safe and perfect for your bug day.
9. Inviting too many people
Ever heard of the saying – too many chefs spoil the broth? Well it applies to shopping for your wedding dress as well. Although you may be tempted to invite the entire bridal party, try to limit the amount you invite dress shopping. To many opinions create a negative and confusing environment. The opposite of what you need.
10. Not asking enough questions
Questions are a girl’s best friend. Do not be afraid to ask as many as possible when you are at the bridal store. Remember the people you are buying your dress from are experts that deal with all thing’s weddings daily.
We advise even noting down the most important questions to you before you go shopping. This way you will not miss out on important information you want to hear.