How to Shop For Your Dream Ensembles?
As every girl knows, shopping can be a bit overwhelming. The dress, and how you feel in it, is one of the most memorable parts of planning any occasion. Your outfit will set the tone for an occasion theme and all of the details that follow.
How to Shop for any occasion?
Whether you’re shopping frugally for a sexy fit-and-flare or going all out on an exorbitant gown or lehenga, our top tips will help every girl sort through the thousands of options, designers and styles so you can assuredly say “YES” to your dream dress!
Discover Your Influence
Before you start scheduling appointments or gathering your entourage, take some time to yourself to research current outfits styles and trends and take note of what you like. Check out Pinterest boards, bridal boutiques and designers’ Instagrams and even your favourite celebrity gowns and lehengas. Seeing a trend within the ones you love? Whether it’s a halter neckline or tiered tulle that makes you swoon, keep these similarities in mind as you prepare for your first appointment.
Timing is very important
Plan your appointments with enough time to order and complete alterations. It takes roughly four to eight months to create your outfits, so we recommend starting dress shopping at least 10 months before your occasion date. Place your order at least 7 months before ensure the dress comes in time to be altered. Don’t jump the gun on shopping too early or you could risk finding something you love even more, closer to your occasion day.
Liberal mind while selecting
It’s so important to keep an open mind while dress shopping! Your consultant will be very mindful of your likes and dislikes, but they’ll also throw in some options that you may not have pulled yourself. Sometimes, those end up being the best option! You might not have considered how flattering a sheath gown would look on your build, so try it on and give it a go! Consultants often say that some gowns or lehenga look completely different on a person than they do on a hook, so keep an open mind and try some wild cards before you make the final decision.
Size of the outfit
Occasion outfit sizing is much different than regular clothing. Sizing differs among designers, so trust in your consultant’s measurements. Ordering a few sizes up might sound crazy, but your bridal shop and alterations specialist will make sure your gown or lehenga fits perfectly on your occasion day!
The comfort of the outfit
Of course, you want to look good on an occasion day, but keep in mind that you’ll want to feel your best too. Try on a variety of fabrics and decide which feels right. Choose straps that will keep your gown or lehenga blouse in place. Thinking about these little details ahead of time will help you avoid any regrets on an occasion day.
Final Step
Schedule an Appointment!