Wedding Dress Shopping Guide

The end of the holidays means lots of newly engaged couples are ready to go shopping! Who better to give you shopping guidance than a costume designer who, since opening my studio in 2010, has styled and fit more than 6,000 brides, grooms, maids, and moms.    

At The Wedding Dresser, my mission is to take the stress out of dressing for your wedding. I hear from my brides all the struggles and pitfalls they encounter when gown shopping.  I want to share the advice and direction I have been giving individual brides for years so you will have a better experience putting together your wedding look. 

From budgeting for your attire and alterations to feeling amazing walking down the aisle, I will share everything you need to know to find, buy, and style your look. I will share my lists of trusted online vendors, tips on finding your personal style, bridal gown shopping vocabulary, and more 

We’ll start with the 4 ways to shop - off the rack, made to order, made to measure, and custom. As we go please send questions, comment, and let me know what you need help with.