Be firm about price Tell the retailer what your price range is. Retailers know that brides often buy the first gown they try on, so they may start off by showing you a more expensive gown and then follow up with gowns within your price range. That's just good business, but if … [Read more...] about Your gown shopping experience
When you go shopping for your gown, your first thought will be the style. Do you dream of wearing a strapless gown? Do you want to feel like Cinderella and so a ball gown with a long train is a requirement? Or does your taste run to the sophistication of a body-hugging style that … [Read more...] about Consider fabric when choosing a dress
We challenged a future bride to stop dreaming about a wedding and experience the fun versus stress of choosing a gown. Like many women, Meredith was sure she knew what would suit her! But not so fast... "I felt as if I were playing dress up in my mother’s closet. It was fun … [Read more...] about Bridal gown shopping 101
Photography: Caroline Ryan Stylist: Alon Freeman, judyinc.com Hair & Makeup: Jordana Maxwell, TRESemmé Hair Care, judyinc.com … [Read more...] about Niagara twilight
Photography: Caroline Ryan Stylist: Charlotte Carson / Judy Inc Hair & makeup: Earl Simpson for TRESemmé Hair Care / Judy Inc Location: Stratus Vineyards and Jackson Triggs Niagara Estate, Niagara-on-the-lake, Ontario … [Read more...] about Welcome to wine country
For 10 years, the choice of brides in North America has been the strapless gown, sometimes with a full skirt and sometimes following the lines of the body. Maybe designers had a new burst of creativity, or maybe brides started looking for something different. Whichever it may be, … [Read more...] about Strapless plus
The service calls for a more traditional ensemble. This may include everything from the style of the gown to the style of the hair. The religious service may require covered shoulders. You may want to cover up enroute to, as well as during, the service. Consider a faux fur or … [Read more...] about Transform your look from ceremony to celebration
There's something wonderful about being a bridesmaid - and something unsettling. You want to look your very best, but it's really bad taste to try to outshine the bride! Downside You need to be available to help the bride in the months preceding the wedding. And it's expensive … [Read more...] about Beautiful bridesmaids
The story about a terrific fabric is told on several levels. and brings more than one sense into play. There's the look of it. How it falls. How it drapes. How it holds its shape. Then, there's the feel of it against the body. It can feel sensual and exciting. The bottom line is … [Read more...] about Choosing a fabulous fabric
Finding the right store is paramount in finding the right grown. Visit a boutique Talk to the staff. You'll know immediately if the bridal salon offers the experience and range of gowns. Choose the store Friends who have recently married will have lots of good advice and will … [Read more...] about Shop at the right fashion boutique
