Bridal Shop In Cornwall: What to expect from your first wedding dress appointment.
What happens at my bridal shop appointment?
Booking your first appointment at a bridal shop is super exciting and the experience you have should be one to remember forever! A lot of brides can’t wait to start their wedding dress journey, but for many, it can be a stressful and overwhelming situation and I know so many brides who worry about coming into a bridal shop.
Although many may think finding The Dress – is the main priority, The Bridal Shop is where you need to start. Buying your wedding dress should be an experience you’ll enjoy. Being able to feel comfortable and relaxed in a place where you can discover your own shape, feel confident in different styles, and fall in love with your own reflections. You also need to feel confident enough to ask every question that springs to mind!
How long will my appointment be?
During an appointment, you will receive 90 minutes of my undivided attention, but obviously I will not rush you if you need a little longer. This can often be long enough when trying on wedding dresses, and can also be tiring and overwhelming. Time may be shortened slightly during weekends, and I provide a variety of other appointment options as well so please ask when you come to book. Once your wedding dress has arrived in store, appointments to try on your own gown will be 1 hour; you are more than welcome to try on any accessories that you have purchased during this appointment.
Can I take photographs?
Unfortunately, due to copyrights our designers are not fond of their dresses being snapped, therefore, there is an iPad in store which photos can be taken of your favourites but ask that you keep in mind the dresses you are trying on may not be the correct size, or colour and will not fit you like the brand new gown you would be purchasing. Therefore try to remember the feeling you have in a gown and not rely on images.
What sizes are the dress samples?
Dress sample sizes come in sizes 10 – 32. Designs are limited to certain sizes, however we will still be able to give you an idea of how they will look if they are not your size. All of the dresses can be made to measure up to a size 30 and once ordered take 12 weeks to be in store. There can often be loan dresses from some of my designers that could only be in the boutique for a short period of time, so please be aware that dresses will ultimate frequently. Loan dresses will be either in a size 10 or 16, but all of these loan dresses are available for purchase in sizes 6-30 also.
Underwear
It is always useful to wear similar underwear that you will be wearing on the day, so you can feel comfortable in the dresses you try on. Keep them white or nude. The right underwear for your dress can be crucial and there are certain styles of dresses that our seamstress can add with internal bra strap around your back if needed to give you the feeling of security if you’re wearing a strapless gown.
What do I need to bring to my appointment?
Just yourself and your excitement! All of the dresses will be provided, along with a selection of, veils, hair accessories and jewellery that can be used during your appointment. I will help fit the gowns in a private changing room. If you have a special pair of shoes, please feel free to bring these along, there will be a raised podium for you to stand on to get an idea of the height required.
Who should I bring with me?
It’s lovely to involve as many people as possible when going dress shopping, and before Covid 19, I would have advise you to limit your guests to 4 people (including the bride) to allow yourself to be focused and able to think clearly. Bring people who know you well and who’s opinions you trust. The boutique is not huge and this means every body will have a seat during your appointment. Too many opinions can often be quite confusing to a bride to be, and after all it’s all about you!
For many of the bridal shops in Cornwall we love what we do. We are passionate about the bridal industry and its important that we give the best customer service to all of our brides. I hope these tips have helped give you an insight to what happens during a wedding dress appointment and remember enjoy every minute of this special moment as its a memory you will cherish always.
Why not read more about wedding dress shopping in my blog Top Tips for Wedding Dress Shopping
Images by Amy Sampson Photography
