The modern, but overwhelmed bride.

Yay, it’s time to shop for your wedding dress!

We’ve all envisioned it; spending the day with your closest girls, being draped in elegant silk and lace gowns, then ending the day finding that dress that is so perfect it’s as if it were made just for you. Just thinking about that moment gives us goosebumps!

In reality, for an indecisive bride, the shopping experience can actually be quite overwhelming. We get it, there are so many incredible gowns and you want to ensure you find the perfect one for your special day! From fit to colour, fabric, and all the little details, the options are endless and it can be a lot to take in. Don’t worry overwhelmed babe, we’re here to help!

Start by doing research before your appointment. Look for inspiration online and consider your personal style. How do you envision yourself on your wedding day? Consider which silhouettes, fabrics and colour tones you would like to try during your appointment. Our Pinterest Page is the perfect resource for this as it showcases every dress we currently have available in the loft. This research will come in handy for your consultant when determining which styles to try on first.

Trust in your bridal consultant to help navigate the experience, that’s what we’re here for! All appointments are The Modern Bride are one-on-one so you will receive our full attention and expertise. Trust your gut feelings when you try on a dress and share those feelings with your consultant. Be specific about the design aspects you like and those that you don’t. Remember that we know of every dress in the loft, and sharing the slightest preference with us could help narrow down the perfect dress for you among the countless options! We’ve got you babe.

Not everyone finds their dream dress right away and that’s okay! If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the end of your appointment, go home, watch your favourite episode of Friends while sipping a glass of wine, and then sleep on it. You may wake up with some clarity; you may need to try your favourites on again or you may need to keep looking. Regardless, there is no need to get overwhelmed babe, your “yes to the dress” moment is just around the corner.