Selecting the perfect wedding dress is one of the most anticipated tasks on any future bride’s to-do list. From looking at gorgeous dresses on Pinterest to trying on dazzling options at your bridal appointment, the dress shopping process should be fun and enjoyable. Although it may seem hard to narrow down your options, you will find a dress that perfectly reflects your style and personality. The most important thing to remember when looking for your wedding dress is to keep an open mind. Your dream dress may be the one you least expected.
No matter what wedding dress you select, you will look fabulous on your wedding day. We know how important it is for you to feel beautiful and confident in your dress. At Windows on the Water, our beautiful grounds contain numerous photographic settings in which you can show off your amazing dress as you marry the love of your life.
Do Your Research Before Trying on Wedding Dresses
Brides should avoid going to their bridal appointments unprepared. You only have a set amount of time at your appointment, and you do not want to waste time trying on dresses you hate. Before your appointment, research dresses online and eliminate styles you do not like. You can look on wedding websites, Pinterest, or even social media. Doing simple research before you try on real dresses will help you make the most of your time at your bridal appointment.
When scheduling your bridal appointment, ask if the dress shop carries the styles that interest you. If you are plus size or petite, you may want to confirm that the shop carries dresses in your size as well. Many wedding dresses will also require alterations to fit your body perfectly, and those alterations take time. Try to pick out a dress well in advance of your wedding date so that you have time for the dress to be delivered and also altered.
Choose a Wedding Dress Style That Will Make You Feel Beautiful on Your Wedding Day
A wedding dress should enhance your beauty while also making you feel comfortable in your own skin. If you want, your dress can showcase a favorite part of your body. For example, a strapless dress will draw attention to your chest, collarbones, and shoulders. Also, you may wish to accentuate a tattoo with an open back. Just like brides, wedding dresses come in all shapes and sizes, and the perfect dress is out there for you.
As you look at various dress styles, keep in mind the time of year in which you are getting married and whether or not your wedding will take place outdoors. These factors may have an impact on the style of dress you select. For example, a dress with long sleeves is probably not a good fit for an outdoor wedding in July. Feeling comfortable on your wedding day is just as important as feeling beautiful.
The most important thing to remember when wedding dress shopping is to keep an open mind. Your dream dress might not be what you previously expected. Doing your research is important, but you never know what a dress looks like on your body until you try it on. For this reason, you should consider trying on one dress in a style or silhouette that you have never considered before.
Let Windows on the Water Make Your Dream Wedding a Reality
Planning a wedding involves many checklists, appointments, and decisions to make. Once you have selected your wedding dress, you can rest easy knowing that one of the most important items has been accomplished on your list. When you choose Windows on the Water as your wedding venue, we make the planning process as smooth as possible for you. We offer unmatched service, and creating the wedding of your dreams is our top priority.
Windows on the Water is a spectacular wedding venue, and we would love to host your wedding and reception. To start planning your wedding with us, call (609) 208-9475 or fill out our contact form.