Walk around the store in them. Is the dress comfortable? Is the
material of one scratchy? Is the dress well lined? Are there any defects?
Have another person come with you to the bridal stores, usually your
Maid of Honor or your Mother. Have that person bring a notebook and pencil to record
details about each of the final choices. Note such things as material of the dress, length
of the train, design of beadwork, shape of sleeves, shape of the neckline, and color. If
you don’t know the type of material or exact color, etc., ask the saleslady. These
notes will help you to remember the unique details about each dress.
Another guide for purchasing your dress is to visit only 1 or 2 bridal
stores per day. It is also advisable to give yourself one day in-between shopping
expeditions. This way, you can reflect on the dresses you tried on yesterday, without
being bombarded with different dresses to confuse you.
A bride planning a wedding in 2000 has more leeway than her
predecessors. Every detail can be set by the bride to create a wedding that is uniquely
her own. Tradition is accommodated, but modern touches overrule the antiquated etiquette.
While others can advise you, do not allow them to make final decisions or dominate the
planning. If you are able to accomplish this monumental task that all brides face,
choosing a dress should be a piece of cake!
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