Dress shopping advice

MMRoberts11

I'm going dress shopping for the first time in a few weeks.  I have an idea of what I'd like but I'm going to try on a lot of different styles to see if it works better.  Do any of you have any advice or words about what to expect?  Right now I'm really excited yet also a bit nervous.

rcj2rcd

Take your time and enjoy it! Don't get pressured into buying something unless you're sure of it (lots of stores will get you with "oh if you order it today I'll give you a discount"). Oh and it's okay if you don't have the Say Yes To The Dress moment. I didn't when I picked out my dress. I love it but never had that heart-stopping moment.

missmelanie81

Make sure you pee first! LOL. I went last week and had to pee sooooo bad through the whole thing..LOL

mrsbunyip

Don't let your friends or whoever goes with you pressure you into buying or trying on a dress.  Try to stay at your budget.  Remember that if you go over your budget, you'll likely have to cut something else from your budget.  And finally, don't be discouraged if you can't find it.  

emarston1

To be honest, I didn't like dress shopping all that much.  I don't do well when I have lots of options and that's all there is in dress shopping.  It didn't help that I had a terrible experience at the first store I went to (back in Minnesota.)  Plus I think I felt bad because I wasn't enjoying myself like all those TV shows makes it seem like you should.

Ditto what Rachael said.  Not everyone has that "THIS IS MY DRESS!" squee moment. I know I didn't.  I had it narrowed down to two dresses and made my decision based on which one was more "me".  I LOVE my dress now, but I think it was just really overwhelming at the time.

So I guess my advice is try not to go into it with preconceived notions about what should happen.  Try to enjoy yourself as best you can and have some fun   Oh and bring a strapless bra and nude underwear.

Milsey32

HAVE. FUN. 

You have plenty of time, so there's no need to order ASAP or anything and it's always nice to try on more than one style just to see different ways dresses can flatter your body, and of course, price ranges may play a role. 

Best of luck!! Bring tissues if you get emotional!! 

Sue-n-Kevin

HAVE FUN!!!!

My only recommendation FWIW is go alone the first couple of stores, look through their racks, and try some things on. Once you have a good idea of the style that is flattering to you, then take along your Mom, or another trusted advisor. I've just seen so many disappointed brides in stores that quibble with their Moms or others about what is right for them.

Also, staying in budget is hard, but worth it. This will be the most important dress you will wear...........for 8 hrs or so. NOT the end of the world if you have to stay within budget. There are tons of lovely gowns out there, from $100 to $10,000.

Good luck.