Now that you know what kind of dress you're looking for, it's time to try out some wedding gowns. Here are some things that you need to pay close attention to when you go for a dress fitting.
1. Bring the exact undergarments that you'll be wearing under the dress—including your bra, shapewear, crinoline, petticoat, and hosiery. That means you'll need to buy every item you need before the first fitting.
2. Bring the shoes that you'll be wearing on the wedding day to ensure that your dress has the correct hem length.
3. Bring a second pair of eyes; your mother, a bridesmaid, or your wedding planner are good candidates.
4. Ask the bridal sales-person if you allow to take photos of you. It's a wonderful moment to document and share with the groom later.
5. Skip the foundation and lipstick. You don't want makeup to rub off on your wedding gown. If you're coming from work, the salon can usually provide a mesh makeup protector hood that prevents makeup from coming off on the dress.
6. Have the front of the dress hemmed an inch shorter than the back to help prevent you from catching the toe of your shoe in the hem and tripping.
Last but not least, stay updated with the latest trends in the fashion and wedding industry. You can steal some looks from the runway of the Summer/Spring 2021 Bridal Look. Or, you can browse our real weddings to find wedding dress ideas from real brides.
Most importantly, you need to know what you want and be comfortable in your own skin. Once you've embraced your personality and channeled your inner confidence, you will look beautiful in any kind of dress.