The best shopping day of your life is about to commence?and the excitement of trying on beautiful dresses all day while drinking champagne with your friends is almost too much to bear. But before you even walk into the bridal shop, it’s important to keep a few things in mind so that your shopping experience is fun and, most importantly, that you walk away with a wedding dress you absolutely love. Here are our best tips of what to know about your first bridal appointment.
1. Start Your Research Early

You may not know exactly which dress you want to buy, but having a general idea of the style, cut, and color you want will help your bridal stylist get a better idea of what to pick out for you to try on and what to completely avoid. When you envision yourself walking down the aisle, do you picture a princess gown or do you see yourself more in a sheath" The venue, wedding date, and aesthetic you’d like to achieve in your ceremony and reception will also play a role in what kind of dresses you’ll have your eye on. To gain inspiration, check out Instagram, magazines, and Pinterest to see what catches your eye and decide what you wouldn’t be caught dead in. 2. Have a Budget Set
Before you even research what store you want to shop at, it’s a good idea to have a solid budget set. This is for your own protection?because of course the dress that’s $1,000 more than your original budget is going to be absolutely perfect and gorgeous. Know what ...