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Admin • May 26, 2018

6 Tips to Get the Perfect Fit for Your Wedding Gown

Now that you've found the person of your dreams, it's time to find a dress to match. Shopping for your wedding dress is an exciting experience, however, you should know that very few brides find a dress that fits perfectly right off of the rack.

Typically, wedding dresses are designed to be tailored so that you can have yours shortened or taken in to fit your physique. As you prepare for your upcoming wedding dress fitting , you can use these tips to make sure your dress looks like it was made just for you.

1. Choose the Right Size

As you shop for a wedding dress, keep in mind that it is easier to make a dress smaller than it is to extend the size. Therefore, it is better to choose a dress that is slightly too big instead of one that is too small.

Begin the shopping process by using your body measurements to find dresses in your size to try on. Remember that the dress may be too long or slightly wide at the waist, but it should still have a comfortable fit.

2. Know When to Schedule Your First Appointment

In most cases, you will need two to three fittings before your dress is complete, and you should plan for the alterations to take a couple of weeks to complete. Plan to take your dress to the tailor for the first fitting about three months before your wedding date, and the last fitting should take place around two to three weeks before your ceremony so that there is time to make last minute changes as needed.

If you plan to make major changes in the dress, such as altering the back or neckline, then check with the tailor to find out if you should bring your dress in sooner. You may also need to plan for more time to complete the alterations if your wedding is during the spring or summer months when many alteration shops are busy.

3. Discuss Any Anticipated Changes

During your fittings, be honest about any changes that you expect to occur in the months leading up to your wedding.

For instance, you should inform the tailor if you get pregnant or decide to have a cosmetic surgery that could alter how your dress fits. This way, they can help you plan for additional fittings as your body shape or weight changes. Your tailor may also suggest alterations such as adding a corset that can be adjusted to fit several sizes.

4. Bring Your Main Accessories to the Fitting

The accessories that you wear with the wedding dress affect how it fits your body. For instance, high heels will change where the hemline hits your body. Additionally, different styles of bras can change how the bodice fits. Bring these items to your appointment and wear them during the fitting so that everything is exactly the way it will be on your wedding day.

5. Watch How the Dress Moves

During the final fitting, make sure to move around as you would on your big day. For instance, you should practice walking, bending over, and even do a few small dance steps to make sure that features such as the straps and neckline stay in place.

6. Speak Up During the Fittings

Although professional tailors can usually tell how something fits by using their trained eyes, they still rely on you to communicate if something feels wrong. Let the tailor know if a seam feels scratchy or if you wish the hem were a little shorter. By speaking up early on, you can get the issue corrected so that your dress fits like a dream by your wedding date.

At By Vesna, we specialize in wedding gown alterations. Give us a call to schedule your first fitting today.

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