Wedding Gowns, Bridesmaid Dresses & Wedding Accessories Based Central Scotland

It’s an exciting time and potentially a confusing one so before you start diving into shops to try on here’s a few things we’ve found that can help:-

There’s no wrong time to go looking but as it takes around six months to have a dress ordered, fitted and altered leave yourself plenty of time for trying on before that six month deadline.

Remember that what looks good in photographs in magazines or online won’t necessarily suit (or fit) you! Only by trying on can you find the style that suits your figure best. The internet has great bargains for many things but it’s risky to buy your wedding dress that way; one of our recent brides had bought three unsuitable dresses before deciding to visit a shop!

Phone ahead and book appointments. It’s hard to go out looking only to be told that the fabulous dress in the window can’t be tried on then and there as the shop diary is full that day. And remember, the dresses often look completely different on a body than they do on a hanger.

Everyone will want to be involved in helping you choose your dress but bear in mind that the more people you bring along the more potentially differing advice you’ll get. Why not go out initially with mum and/or a close friend to narrow down the options then involve everyone in finally approving your choice? Oh, and think about the underwear you take; you’ll need a well fitting strapless bra and, as someone is likely to be helping you in and out of dresses, maybe not a thong?

Listen to staff in the shops. They know how their dresses work on different girls and will often suggest trying a style you may dismiss on the hanger. Humour them. It’s amazing how often a bride has said to us “I’d never have pulled that one off the rail myself” when ordering their dress.

Planning to lose weight? Do it now! Don’t wait until nearer to the wedding. It’s never a good idea to order a size smaller and potentially struggle to get down the size so the diet starts now.

Have fun If you’re out and about trying on and you aren’t enjoying the experience try another shop. If it’s unpleasant at this stage it won’t get any better as time goes on.

We look forward to welcoming you into our shop and hope to have the privilege of helping you find your perfect dress.