Your Carrollton Wedding: Dress Shopping 101

At last...you're planning your Carrollton GA wedding. Dress shopping in on the list: the search is on! Whether your style is classic, contemporary, or glamorous, there is a perfect wedding dress for you. Weddings in Carrollton run the gamut from formal, to casual, to unique themed events that are fun to plan and attend!

What is your style?

If you prefer a  classic or glamorous look, stick to hunting for dresses in bridal shops. They are sure to have something you are looking for. However, if you are having a more casual wedding, such as a garden wedding or a beach wedding, you have a few more options. You can check out second hand shops, thrift shops, department stores, and even flea markets for an earthy bohemian dress or a simple silk gown with spaghetti straps.

The Basics

It’s easy to fall in love with an elegant, gorgeous wedding dress. Keep in mind the time of year and location of your blessed event is going to have a lot to do with making your best choice of dress. You may not want to wear spaghetti straps in December or long lace and beaded sleeves if you are in Arizona in July. Comfort is key so you can enjoy your wedding reception too!

Consider your budget!  Don’t discard the idea that there may very well be abeautiful dress for you on the $200 rack. If you are not comfortable spending $1,000 or more on a wedding dress, don’t despair!  Start in the clearance racks and work your way up. Chances are, you are going to find something you like before you hit the $1,000 mark!  For less formal or more simply styled gowns, take a look at your local formal wear shop in the prom and bridal attendant section.

Tips for Wedding Gown Shopping

No matter how long it takes you to find the perfect wedding gown, it’s all about the search!  Not to worry – you’ll find the one you’ve been dreaming of!  Do your best to relax and enjoy shopping! Here’s a few tips:

• It’s usually best to bring no more than two people with you when trying on dresses. More than two, and the decision becomes stressful and the entire experience can become less about you. Therefore, grab your mom and one of your closest buddies and start flipping through magazines and get an idea of what you want to look like on your wedding dress.

• Ask your friends for their honesty and listen to what they tell you. Explain to them that that your wedding day is important, you trust their jusdement, and they should not be afraid to give their honest opinion. Often, they may see something you may be missing. The truth is, if they are telling you a particular cut or fit of a dress isn’t the most flattering to your hips or figure, they’re probably right.

• Don’t make a snap or rush decision. That dress is probably not going to be sold if you wait a day or two to think about it. You may decide, if you wait, that you would like to look around a little more, which  tells you it was a good idea to wait. If you don’t find anything you like better, then that is the dress for you.

Whether you decide to go elegant or casual, it is your day, and you will be radiantly beautiful no matter what! Browse AboutCarrollton.com for more wedding and reception ideas, from reception venues, to spas and salons and more!