We can all agree that one of the most stressful parts of your big day is choosing what to wear. Cowboy Bride believes your bridal journey should be fun, exciting, and most importantly an expression of you; so we’ve created a guide to help you gain confidence through the process.
START WITH WHAT YOU KNOW
Where is your wedding ceremony/reception?
When is it taking place?
Having these two factors set will give you an idea of what overall look you’re going for and shape your vision. The season and setting influence everything. Then you can move on to personalized details.
FOCUS ON HOW YOU WANT TO FEEL
Ask yourself how you want to feel on your wedding day. Do you want to feel sexy? Romantic, or classic? Timeless and vintage? Or maybe playful with a touch of whimsy. Starting with an overall vibe can help narrow down fabrics and designs that align with your style.
CHOOSE A FLATTERING SHAPE
Next, find a shape that flatters and gives you confidence. It should also be something that makes you feel comfortable. The right silhouette for you should highlight all your best features and be comfortable for the entire night. To find out more about silhouettes and body types read our blog on the topic, here.
GATHER INSPO
Now is the fun part! Find inspiration. Create a Pinterest board and save everything that reflects your vibe, dresses that you could genuinely see yourself in, and little details for the big day. Browse our social media and designers webpage to find your aesthetic and maximize your styling session. This step can be super fun and it’s helpful to see your vision as a mood board! At this step of the process, remember this is your dress and your day. Be careful not to get stuck on what other people are doing or wearing. This is just inspiration!
CUSTOMIZE YOUR WEDDING DRESS
Finally, don’t forget you can create your one-of-a-kind wedding dress through customizations. If you like the sleeve on one dress but the neckline on another, we can make it happen! If the final product is something that feels authentic to your personal style and feels right, you can change and add as much as you want to create something new.
One final piece of advice for your bridal journey…
This is an undoubtedly emotional time. There are expectations, opinions, and pressure to find “the one”. But don’t get stuck on what you should feel once you find the right one. This is different for all brides. Some go into tears, others can’t stop smiling and feeling the glow of their gown, and others simply finally feel at ease. Sometimes, it’s as simple as just not wanting to take off the dress. Always trust your instincts, enjoy your moment. After all, you’ve already said yes to “the one”. We just have to find what you’re going to wear when you follow up to say, “I do”!
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