Bridal Gown Shopping Tips for a Stress-Free Experience

Finding the perfect bridal gown is one of the most exciting parts of wedding planning! However, the process can get a little overwhelming since it’s so different from your typical shopping experience. Here at CLE Bride, we believe that all brides deserve a relaxed and pleasant shopping experience. Here are some of our top tips for helping you find your wedding dress while keeping stress at bay! 

Keep An Open Mind
A lot of brides get stressed out initially because they have a very specific idea of what their wedding dress “should” look like and they might be confused as to why their stylist is bringing out different options. There’s absolutely nothing wrong with having a preference; if you’ve got your heart set on an A-line, we’ll completely honor that! But we encourage you to have an open mind and consider trying on a wide variety of styles. You really never know what you might fall in love with, and we love seeing the look of shock on a bride’s face when she discovers a style she never considered trying on in the first place! 

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Limit Your Entourage  You’re allowed to bring up to four guests to your appointment with us, and we definitely encourage brides to keep the list as small as possible. It’s tempting to invite your besties and your parents or siblings, but having too many opinions can make the decision even harder. You know the saying about having too many cooks in the kitchen, right? Well, that totally applies here!

You also want to make sure that among the people you bring with you, these should only be your most positive and trusted confidantes. No negative Nancy’s allowed, and certainly no one who will try to project their own opinions! 

Trust Yourself & Manage Your Expectations
When you find a wedding dress that feels right, trust your instincts. The best choice is the one that makes you feel radiant, comfortable, and like the best version of yourself. Trust that you know what’s best. And here’s the deal: you’ve probably heard of thousands of brides talking about how they burst into tears the moment they tried on “the one.” Well, that might happen, and it might not. And that’s okay! If you don’t have a big cryfest after trying on a wedding dress you love, that doesn’t mean it’s a sign that it’s not perfect for you. Ultimately, the only feeling we’re searching for is that you don’t want to take it off! 

Shopping for your wedding gown should be memorable and as stress-free as possible. At CLE Bride, we’re here to make sure that happens! When you’re ready to find “the one,” book your appointment with us!