In most of my blogs, I’ve been a pretty sraight shooter, giving no nonsense advice for planning your wedding, puchasing your gown, etc. With almost thirty years in the bridal industry, not much surprises me, but I would like to pass this on for brides to consider…
If you are old enough (and mature enough) to get married, then you don’t need someone else picking out your bridal gown. Over the years, occasionally, we see the bride’s mother dictating what she will wear. Although it is understandable that Mom needs to set a budget, and perhaps guidelines for what is acceptable to your church, it isn’t Mom’s wedding. The choice of style, fabric, and embellishment should be yours. If your buget is limited, but you like bling, look for a simple, less expensive gown, and then hand stitch beads or crystals for that wow look. To some styles, you can add a sash at the waist for a splash of color. There are many ways to stay within your budget and have what you want. The important thing is to purchase a gown that makes you feel beautiful.
Your friend’s input should also be taken with a grain of salt. What she likes, and what you had in mind might be very different. Sometimes, it is better to check out some dresses before bringing friends to see your choices. You can narrow the field before other opinions are added. Remember, this is your wedding. You have to love the dress. After all, you will be looking at pictures of yourself in the gown for the rest of your life.
Lately, I have seen a trend that upsets me. More and more brides are bringing their fiances in to choose the gown, and are giving him the final say on what they wear. These girls are putting aside gowns they love and feel beautiful in, to wear what they are told to. It’s just my opinion, but if your fiance tells you what you will wear to your wedding, then your husband will control what you wear for the rest of your life.
My intentions with this entry were not to offend anyone, but my passion is the wedding industry, and of all the various components of a wedding, the bride is the one I want to see happy, radiant, and beautiful on her special day. Every bride should be able to look back on her wedding day and say ”I felt so pretty, my dress was perfect”.
