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Dressed To Impress
| Q | I've just started dress shopping; what advice can you share? |
| A | Erica Arnold says: When you first start wedding dress shopping, it can seem quite daunting as many options are available for every budget and in many styles. The time to start looking is after you've picked a venue, as this helps inform the overall feel of your wedding day. When it comes to finding the perfect style, thinking of an adjective that describes how you want to feel is a good start. Do you want to be sophisticated, bohemian or romantic, perhaps? It can also be helpful to think of what you don't want too, regardless of any pressure you might be feeling from friends or family about how they think you should look. I once had a well-meaning friend of the bride in the studio who was trying to dissuade the bride from her own choice saying, 'I've known Jenny all her life and she never wears dresses like that!' But it was exactly how the bride imagined herself on her wedding day and, of course, she had never worn a dress like it before as it was a wedding dress! If a gown you have fallen in love with online doesn't suit you when you try it on, keep an open mind and try on some wildcards. You won't be the first bride who looks for a slimline dress and ends up with a ballgown. Don't be afraid to say no to a gown that looks great but doesn't feel right for your day. There are many places to go dress hunting: boutiques, high street, dress makers, vintage and recycled dress sellers, and even charity shops. Wherever you go, don't feel pressured, and remember it's your day. |
Erica Arnold, Real Green Dress
