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Wedding Dress / Fashion Tips
You'll want to make sure you have your veil & headpiece in time for your hair trial, & your underskirt/shoes/belt/jacket in time for your final dress fitting - don't order your accessories too late!
In our experience, over 90% of wedding dresses are ivory but many brides believe them to be white. It's important to check this with the dress shop before purchasing "matching" accessories.
Never impulse buy always retry your dress on as many times as you need
When shopping for your wedding gown, only bring those who you believe will be a positive impact on your experience, those who's opinions you value and know you best.
We have over1000 heavily discounted wedding dresses in ALL sizes for you to try on and take away the same day! These dresses are all new, there are many by well known designers and can be from £199!
Go with your heart and how you feel in that special dress it is a magical moment
Be open minded and try lot's of different style dresses on, not just the style you have in mind, and listen to your bridal consultant..... they do this EVERYDAY!
Go with an open mind to your first appointment. Be prepared to try on gowns that you may not have considered as not all gowns will suit your body shape.
Enjoy it! Your journey from Miss to Mrs will go faster than you think, so we always advise our brides to enjoy it.
Don't bring in too many bridesmaids or friends, just a couple as too may opinions can be very negative at the bridal appointment. When you fall in love with the dress we want your closest friends too.
Book for a appointment take friend or family member with you for an objective opinion
You MUST allocate a decent portion of your budget for alterations. A gorgeous dress becomes an incredible dress when it's fit properly.
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Take the stress out of buying flower girl shoes and accessories.Choose different styles and sizes, try on at home alongside the dress you have bought and then use free return postage and full refunds
Give yourself plenty time to dress shop. It’s never too early to start looking.
Have an open mind to styles, even if you've tried them on in another shop. Shops vary.
Don't take to many guests when looking for your dress. The more people you take the more opinions you will have, and this is not always a good thing! Bring only who you truly trust to be honest.
Allow yourself out of your comfort zone and try on something you wouldn't normally pick
This is THE PLACE to look for your wedding dress! Our friendly staff are here to help you and you can try on as many wedding dresses as you wish. NO APPOINTMENT IS REQUIRED - OPEN EVERY DAY!
Don’t put Yourself under undue pressure about weight or the way you look. Your fiancé proposes because they love you. Not because they will love you if you look different.
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