Some people would never even consider shopping for a wedding gown online, while others find it a great alternative and a source of great discounts. Online shops frequently boast the fact that their gowns are 100% brand new and have never even been tried on by anyone else, which isn’t true of all dresses in brick and mortar stores.
Since most wedding gowns and bridesmaid’s dresses will require some alteration anyway, shopping online may not be such a bad idea after all. You can simply take your gown to someone local to have the alterations made. It does however help to have some guidance when sizing your bridal gown.
Here are some tips:
1. Never try to guess your size. It is important to measure key areas accurately and base your dress size on those measurements.
2. Don’t fool yourself or play slave to numbers. Order the proper size instead of insisting you’re a size six, if you really need a size seven. You want the dress to fit properly and look beautiful. Nobody else has to see the size (besides, wedding dresses may run small).
3. Don’t wait until the last minute to book a fitting and have alterations made. You made need additional alterations, so allow plenty of time before your wedding.
4. Follow sizing charts. Bridal Online Store offers a sizing guide according to measurements, and even shows how best to measure those important areas (bust, waist, and hips). Other stores also offer sizing guidelines.
5. If you have questions, don’t hesitate to contact the store and ask. Most will be happy to help you make sure you get a fantastic gown that will fit you well.
As noted, you can find great discounts with online shops, so at least consider this venue for finding a bridal gown. You might find the dress of your dreams for far less than you would pay locally.