I had my first wedding dress fitting last week guys! I feel like it’s been forever since I have seen my dress and finally getting to try it on again (after 5 months) was wonderful!!! Going into that day I was really nervous that I wouldn’t love it as much as I did back in July or that it wouldn’t fit right. But everything went perfectly and I feel so much more calm about my dress now that I’ve seen it again.. and this time it’s actually my gown – not just the floor sample!
So today’s post is all about tips and things to keep in mind when you do your dress fittings. Alterations can be expensive and tricky so let’s make sure you’re prepared for them at the beginning!
- What to Bring: your shoes, your under garments, accessories you’re thinking about, etc. I haven’t decided on a veil or headpiece yet so I asked to try on different options they had available at the store. So now I can jump online and order the perfect length of veil and the right amount of sparkle for the head piece. Also, make sure to bring tissues because there may be some tears shed ;) and a camera!
- Who to Bring: I brought one of my bridesmaids that lives locally, but I originally was just going to go alone because my fitting was during a work day. Thank goodness I didn’t do that! I needed that second set of eyes to point out minor details… and I needed her to take pictures! That way I can see what the dress looks like from every angle!
- Timing: You probably want to have your first fitting as soon as the dress arrives. But make sure your final fitting is about 3 to 5 weeks before your wedding. That way you’re close enough that your shape won’t change too much (that’s right, no gaining or loosing weight from that point forward), but there is still enough time to fit any last minute details.
- SPEAK UP! This one is for all my people-pleasing brides out there (like me). If you see something that’s not laying right, or if you want the dress to be sitting up higher… say something! This may be your only chance to voice those concerns and the last thing you want to see in all your wedding pictures is that one wrinkle that you didn’t mention at your fitting in fear of hurting the seamstress’ feelings.
Random tips to keep in mind:
- Make sure your dress is, in fact, your dress when you arrive! Check the color, neckline, buttons vs corset, train, etc etc etc
- Make sure it fits and you’re feeling comfortable! You want to be able to dance and move and sit in your dress on your wedding day
- Have your MOH or Mom learn how to bustle your dress