5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Buying a Wedding Dress

You’ve dreamed of that glistening white gown since before you had any romantic aspirations at all, so it’s no wonder that buying a wedding dress can prove challenging here are the 5 questions to ask yourself before you buy a wedding dress. Pressure from mom, squeals of delight from friends, and body image issues can all conspire to leave you unsure what looks good. Worse still, peer pressure can leave you questioning yourself. This wedding is about you and your partner, not what your loved ones want or looking like a fashion model. This means that ultimately, it’s your decision what to wear and what to buy. If stress, pressure from family and friends, or financial concerns have you overwhelmed by the buying process, it’s time to stop the drama by asking yourself these 5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Buying a Wedding Dress.

Does this dress make me feel good?

Don’t buy a wedding gown with plans to lose 20 pounds. Your dress should make you feel great about your body the way it is. If it doesn’t, then the dress is unworthy of you.

Does this dress suit who I am?

You’re the one who has to wear your dress, not your friends, not your mother, and certainly not the editors of bridal magazines. Choose a dress that reflects your style, that everyone will know is totally you. Don’t pick a dress just because you think you should like it.

Can I afford this dress?

We have many budget friendly options starting from $399 don’t be embarrassed to let us know when you come in if you are on a tight budget we will be just as happy to help no matter what you price point is.

Do I have enough time? Will this dress require extra work?

Virtually every dress is going to need alterations, so be sure to factor those into your budget and timeline such as extra beading is time consuming and expensive. If you have less than 3 months before the wedding date you will have to purchase a stock dress, so please allow at least 6 months before your wedding so you have the best choice of colours and styles of dresses. Having said that we do have some styles that can be ordered with a 6 week rush.

Will this dress stand the test of time?

Stick with classic silhouettes and understated elegance with an exceptional fit, So you can look back at your photos with a smile and know your wedding shots will stand the test of time.