FINDING YOUR WEDDING DRESS: WHERE, WHEN, HOW?
Discover how to organize yourself to find the wedding dress of your life!
Whether dreaming of your wedding dress since childhood or not, finding the perfect dress can sometimes be a challenge for some future brides. Beyond finding the desired style, it's important to ask the right questions: When to start the search? How to go about it? Where to find the wedding dress? Follow the guide!
WHEN AND HOW TO LOOK FOR YOUR WEDDING DRESS?
Searching for your wedding dress is a crucial step as it allows many future brides to fully immerse themselves in the emotion that this wonderful day will bring. Also, note that although the dress remains the traditional attire, other outfits can also be considered, such as a suit, for example.
To ensure you're comfortable with the timing of your search, it's ideal to start about 8 months before your wedding day. This may seem early, but the spark rarely happens at the first place you visit, so I recommend keeping an open mind.
Want a trendy dress? New collections for the following year generally come out in the fall! This period is often ideal (but very popular) for finding your beautiful dress!
Make a selection of boutiques in your area and arm yourself with your smartphone to schedule appointments for the first fittings!
Attention: if you plan to come with your witnesses or family, some boutiques limit the number of companions. Check this with the boutique staff during your first call to avoid any disappointment.
WHERE TO FIND YOUR WEDDING DRESS?
Once the search area is determined, it's time to take action! Several solutions and options are available to you:
Set up multiple appointments at boutiques: because there are many! Multi-brand, designer boutiques, or second-hand wedding dress boutiques, meeting with professionals will help you find THE dress: the perfect balance between your dream and the style that suits you perfectly. Plus, fittings are often a joyful moment with your companions!
Browse e-shops: Some boutiques are far from you? Before heading there for nothing, check the collections and dresses you like on their online store. Many do this, allowing you to make your selection from the comfort of your home without stress.
Book days to attend wedding fairs near you: meet many wedding professionals in one place (caterers, DJs, decor providers, florists, etc). In the Lille region: two dates to remember and mark in your agenda!
Let yourself be guided and charmed: it's important that you have a good connection with the provider(s) from whom you will choose your dress. Also, don't forget to ask for their terms and conditions to carefully check the clauses regarding alterations! You can of course ask your wedding planner to accompany you for your fittings to be supported in this important stage.