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Plus-Sized
jharrison07
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Plus Size Dress Hunt Disappointment
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I am having such a hard time finding bridal stores that (1) have a decent plus size section and (2) will accommodate my 5-7 guests I anticipate will be coming with me to try on my gowns. I posted in the local pages but hoping for some other tips and strategies for the bridal gown hunt when you are plus size. Also if it the store selection forces me how do I reduce the guests to attend with me to wedding gown shopping without hurting feelings!
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Re: Plus Size Dress Hunt Disappointment
As far as hurt feelings go, I guess I don't know who all you're planning to invite...but you may just have to tell the other people that they can come with you on other trips, or for future fittings once you've found your dress. Or just plain tell them no, you're sorry, the salon can only accommodate a few people (they don't have to know specifically who else is coming either), and that you'll send them pictures.
As far as sizes, your best bet may be calling ahead to see what range of sample sizes the salon carries. They may even be able to special order in some samples in larger sizes for you depending on what you're looking for. I think I only tried on a few dresses that actually fit/were able to zip up. Most salons will pin a sample dress to your shape.
As for the sizing, definitely call shops ahead of time and ask approximately how many dresses they have in your size range. It's frustrating for sure, but there are stores out there that have a decent selection.