Don’t Stress the Dress- Dream Field Farm’s Tips For Finding the Perfect Fit
Having the wedding of your dreams starts with two things – finding your partner for life, and the MOST EXQUISITE GOWN for your special day. You’re all set when it comes to finding the PERFECT PARTNER, so all that's left is to dive into the bride-to-be abyss of wedding gowns and find the perfect dress that will ultimately complete your fairytale celebration.
Most Brides-To-Be start planning for their wedding dress when they are children and you will want to embrace your inner 5 year old as you plan out every single sequin, bow & train. This is your day to shine. All eyes will turn to you.
WHEW! That is a lot of pressure. We are here to help make your dress selection simple & we have some good news! In 2021, let’s face it, you are blessed with TONS OF OPTIONS. Finding the perfect dress will depend upon many factors starting with your silhouette, style, and budget.
With so many dresses to choose from, it might take longer for you to find "The One." It all can feel so overwhelming. Dreamfield Farms is here with some advice to take gown shopping to the next level.
Something to keep in mind as you begin your search is that each designer strives to be unique. Sometimes it is the style of the gown, or the construction, or the cost. Until you try on a few gowns, you may not be able to narrow down which designers you like. Pictures are great, but the way it feels, the way you look in it, and the price tag all contribute to the excitement you will feel when you slip it on for the big day.
But there are other factors to consider as you begin the HUNT FOR YOUR PERFECT DRESS. But, before you get started, set your bridal appointment at your favorite bridal store.
The Early Bird Gets The Perfect Dress--You should start looking for your dress 6-9 months out. This will help you factor the cost of this Elegant Garment into your wedding budget and avoid last-minute shopping that leads to wedding day regret. No impulse buying as you search for the most important dress of your LIFE!
Location Is EVE-RY-THING!!---Knowing the place and time of your wedding will help focus your search. Will you be having a daytime ceremony on the beach? Will you be toasting at Sunset in the scenic countryside?
Choosing the perfect location for your wedding will help you rule out ball gowns with long trains and dramatic embellishments. Exchanging vows in a candlelit cathedral? Avoid short slip dresses or anything that looks like it could be worn to a cocktail party. Most fabrics are suitable year-round, but some, like linen and organdy, are more appropriate for warm weather, while velvet and brocade are best left for winter.
PRO TIP: It’s suggested not to choose a dress until you have locked down your location.
Set Your Bridal Appointment--- We mentioned above that this should happen 6-9 months before your big day. As you get ready for your appointment, you should keep these design aspects in mind.
Pleats that gather around the waist often magnify that area. A well-fitted high waist and loose skirt will combat this.
Fitted sheath, mermaid, and trumpet gowns are meant to accent your curves or can create the illusion of them. ;)
If you are not sure which way to go, consider an A-line gown.
If all of the above sounds like foreign language, ask the store to prepare to show you these types of gowns and to have them ready to view and try on when you get there.
Bring The Accessories---Take anything you know you want to wear, such as a special necklace or your grandmother's veil. Boutiques will often provide bustiers, strapless bras, and shoes, but you may want to bring your own for the perfect fit and experience.
PRO TIP: You'll also need the advice of a few trusted confidantes, but not too many: An opinionated entourage can be confusing and frustrating. Invite one or two people who know your taste, will be honest with you, and whose judgment you trust.
Focus On Fit, Not Size--- This is the Golden Rule of All Bridal Shopping: Bridalwear often runs smaller than ready-to-wear clothing!! If you normally buy an 8, you may need a 12 in bridalwear. Please afford yourself some GRACE and forget the numbers!!
PRO TIP: Do not insist on a smaller size because you intend to lose weight before the wedding—order the one that fits now. A gown is easy to take in, but difficult and costly to let out. (This can even double the cost of your dress in materials and time.)
To Bustle or Not to Bustle--- A little vocabulary lesson… A “bustle” refers to the process of transitioning a wedding gown to function as if it has no train. Why should you consider this? After the ceremony you will want to dance the night away. The Electric Slide is easier to shuffle to if you aren’t tripping over a train! You don’t want to spend the majority of the evening adjusting your dress instead of enjoying yourself.
Another reason to consider a bustle- you want to look just as good at the reception!! What we suggest is once you think you have found the perfect dress - check out how the dress will look bustled. You can ask your seamstress to show you how your dress will look buttoned up, or hook the bustle (if the dress has a hook built in) and then make your selection.
PRO TIP: If you do add a bustle, prep your mom or maid of honor to know how to use it!
For a little pre-prep for all of this click here & take the assessment to understand what type of dress is your style. It is a handy resource to help you get started with your dress buying process.
Through this process, you should be constantly asking questions. Questions of the bridal store & seamstress staff, questions of your wedding planner, questions about the budget with anyone involved in your planning process—but most of all also questions of yourself.
"You should always ask yourself a few questions to make sure the dress you love not only makes you feel spectacular but also works for the activities of the day," says Nicole Brewer, David's Bridal style council member and celebrity stylist. "Make sure you have the answers to these: Do I feel beautiful, confident and comfortable? Can I dance in it? Can I sit down? Am I self-conscious about any part of my body in my dress?" Although a gown may be gorgeous, if you can't move in it all night and feel trapped, mummy-style, it's not the right one for you.
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