What’s a Bride to Do?

Question: I need to order my gown but I’m planning on starting a diet and losing some weight over the next 4 months. What size should I order my gown in?

Answer: Gowns can always be taken in but cannot always easily be let out. All the added stresses from wedding preparation and planning can make losing weight seem impossible. 

Question: I can’t decide between white or ivory. Is there a rule of thumb? I understand that white is traditional for weddings.

Answer: You’re right. White has always been considered a traditional choice but it not always the most complimentary color for brides. Skin tone really does play a big part in your selection. Women with olive or darker complexions usually look best in ivory where as women with blonde hair and fair skin look better in whites. Redheads usually look better in ivory. 

Question: I’m not sure about who pays for the wedding gown. I read somewhere that it’s always the parents who pay but I don’t totally agree.

Answer: At one time it was always the parents who paid but this may not always be the case. In this day and age many women have careers and end up sharing the cost of the dress or even pay for it themselves. 

Question: I am a plus size bride and I can’t find many places where they have plus size gowns for me to try on. What can I do?

Answer: Allot of lines have styles that available in plus sizes but you are right as these are not as readily available in sample gowns. Some do have a lending program where you can have a gown sent to a store where you can try it on. They may not have the exact gown you are wanting but if it is the same shape or style it will give you an idea of how it will look before you order it. Extra costs for shipping may be involved for the loan so check with the store that carries the line you are interested in.

Question: What do you do when bridal salons don’t take appointments? I’m afraid of not getting the attention I would like to have.