When it comes to wedding dress shopping, the people you bring with you can make or break the experience. Say Yes to the Dress comes at an already stressful time for a woman. But it can be overwhelming with what your friends tell you and what your mother thinks you should do and what you want, so the people you invite to go shopping with you are important.
Bride Now offers specific advice on how to decide who to bring when wedding dress shopping to save future brides from an inevitable breakdown.
Friendly Family
You want someone to help you fasten your buttons, not push them, at a dress appointment. We've all got that one family member who always says the one thing that gets under your skin. Instead, you want soothing people who are cautious with their words and with you—who are honest but in a loving way. What about future mothers-in-law? Check with your mother first.
Cool Bridesmaids
If you're easily agitated, limit your invitations to three to five people. Consider it like throwing a dinner party. What will each individual bring, and will they get along? Who will support a choice that is authentically yours, even if it is not to their taste? If one of your best friends is a known mean girl, a notorious party pooper, or someone who creates an unnecessary scene, she probably shouldn't be there. Set up a FaceTime fashion show, text photos, or take them to a fitting for those members of your wedding party and other close friends who did not receive an invite.
The Unexpected
Amid a chorus of ladies saying "YASS!" to literally everything you try on, someone completely unexpected can provide a fresh perspective. "You could tell she and her brother were close, and at one point he looked over and asked, 'Listen, do you feel beautiful?'" That is all that is important.' Of course, I could say that, but coming from him? It meant a lot more."
Solo Fly
Serious suggestion: Go shopping alone at least once, free of any form of judgement, persuasion, or manipulation from others (even those who are well-meaning). You want someone who is completely on your side when it comes to selecting the dress of your dreams. Who better to put your faith in than the team captain, right?
I hope you find these tips from us handy, and that your dress shopping stays blissful. If you want a wide range of dresses that are beautiful and within budget then you can try Bride Now.
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