How to Reduce Stress While Choosing a Wedding Dress

A wedding dress is an integral part of every bride’s big day, and also subsequently, one of her most treasured memories. Shopping for one shouldn’t have to be stressful or frustrating.

Strategizing in advance can help you find the best dress for you, and a few tips can save you time and hassle from wedding dress selection.

The Story of Style

Honoring your unique sense of style is an important consideration in your wedding dress selection. So while tradition matters, also keep in mind that your marriage is a day to celebrate you. By choosing something that resonates closely with your personal style, you’ll feel comfortable.

Other factors that can influence the style of your dress is the theme of your wedding as well as the time of the ceremony: whether it is day or night.

If, for instance, you have planned your big day around the concept of a fairy tale coming to life, you might want to wear a larger than life ball gown that gives off princess vibes, complete with a flowing tulle and a lengthy train, instead of a humble figure-hugging column dress.

Sizing Traditions

Experts state that wedding dresses are usually ordered two sizes larger than your actual size, and according to your largest measurement. This means that if you are a size 8, your wedding dress will be ordered in size 12.

It is crucial for new brides to be aware of the sizing differences beforehand so that they are not shocked once they start trying on dresses.

Furthermore, when it comes to sizing, it is common to see brides set up weight loss goals for themselves. They want to shed a few pounds and look their best on the wedding day, and to gain some motivation, they make the grave mistake of sizing down.

Nevertheless, attempting to purchase a dress that doesn’t fit in the present, in the hope that it will fit when your wedding approaches, is not recommended. Depending on the extent of the alterations required, it may change the look and final cost of your dress.

Sooner is Safer

The earlier you shop for your wedding dress, the less stress you will face as your wedding day approaches. Keep in mind that most dresses are completed in 4 to 8 months of ordering. This is already a long enough time span, and it is important to keep in mind that many dresses will need alterations as well.

Book your appointments well in advance. Naturally, you will need to shop around a few weeks before finding a dress that works for you. Allow yourself the time to do in-depth research, so that you can end up with a dress you are proud of.

At the same time, don’t start shopping years in advance. Striking a balance is key.

Spend Soundly

Finally, since wedding dress can run into thousands of dollars, focus on creating and committing to a budget. Be smart in deciding how much money you are willing to spend on your dress.

Avoid spending your entire outfit budget just on the dress. Keep some money aside for accessories, footwear, and, most importantly, the cost of alterations your dress may require.