Choosing the Best Wedding Dress: What Not to Forget and What to Consider

The entire wedding day revolves around the newlyweds. Therefore, you shouldn’t underestimate the selection of not only the groom’s suit but especially your wedding dress. Consider it as one of the key steps towards perfectly planning your wedding. If you’re unsure about how to proceed with the selection and what to look out for, we’ve prepared 10 points to help you choose the best dress for your Big Day.

1. Set a budget

Just like with every aspect of your wedding, it’s essential to allocate a budget for your dress. It might seem that a dress for just one day wouldn’t make a significant dent in the budget, but the opposite is true. The average cost to rent a wedding dress is around 15,000 CZK. If you wish to purchase a dress, the amounts are considerably higher, so it’s important to account for this item in your list of expenses.

2. Start Searching Early

Brides, the entire wedding is planned well in advance, and the same should apply to your dress. Start searching 6-12 months ahead. You need time not only to choose the right dress, which can be time-consuming, but also to try it on with the shoes you’ll wear on your wedding day. Sometimes, minor alterations to the dress are also necessary.

3. Consider the Venue and Wedding Style

Your dress should match the style and location of your wedding. For a formal church wedding, you might choose elegant and traditional dresses with long sleeves or an elegant bolero over your shoulders. Conversely, for an outdoor or barn wedding, a lighter, simpler dress made from less warm materials, such as a boho style, might be more suitable.

4. Get Inspired

Just because mermaid-style dresses are trending doesn’t mean you have to wear one. Browse wedding magazines, search on Instagram or other platforms, and get inspired by celebrities. Save your favorite inspirations and show them in the salon. Don’t worry if they don’t have your dream dress in the first salon; you’ll find it somewhere else.

5. Try Different Styles

You might like a dress with a big skirt, but when you try it on, you don’t feel comfortable. Don’t be afraid to try different styles, even those you thought weren’t your cup of tea. By trying on various styles of wedding dresses, you’ll discover what truly suits you and in which you’ll feel perfect on your Big Day.

6. Bring Trustworthy People

When trying on dresses, bring someone you trust to help you choose something that truly suits you. Their honest opinion will help you select the right dress and possibly prevent a regrettable choice. Whether you choose to bring your mother, sister, aunt, best friend, or all of them is up to you.

7. Prioritize Comfort

You will spend many hours in your dress on your wedding day, so it’s essential that the dress is not only beautiful but also comfortable. Don’t hesitate to dance, walk, and sit during your fitting in the salon to ensure the dress is truly the right one and that you can move comfortably in it all day long.

8. Consider the Season

Are you thinking about the weather on your wedding day? You should be, as the season will affect your choice of wedding dress. For a summer wedding, choose light and breathable fabrics, while warmer materials might be more suitable for a winter wedding. Also, consider details like long sleeves or slits in the skirt to avoid any unnecessary faux pas.

9. Don’t Forget the Details

You will need accessories to go with your dress. The most important ones include shoes, a veil, and jewelry. When coordinating the final details, remember the overall look and impression you want to achieve. Your makeup and hairstyle should complement your dress and accessories, but don’t let yourself be pressured into something that makes you feel uncomfortable.

10. Listen to Your Heart

If you are unsure about your choice, forget any trends and rules and focus on the voice of your heart. Choose according to what your inner voice tells you. If you like the dress and feel great in it, you have found the right one. Because in such a dress, you will feel beautiful and confident.

In these 10 points, we wanted to remind you that it’s important to think about practical matters when choosing a dress. However, one thing remains true and is the most important: when you find the right dress, everything else fades into the background. Because when you find the perfect dress in which you feel amazing, it will be perfect in every way. Lastly, remember that no matter what dress you choose, it’s you who brings it to life. Because thanks to you, the dress will sparkle and fulfill its purpose.