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Before You Shop For Your Wedding Dress

Shopping for a wedding dress is an exciting time in any woman’s life. It is your chance to be the center of attention and choose something that makes you feel amazing on your special day. But sometimes the stress and anxiety of the day tends to rain on the bride-to-be’s parade. To ensure that you get the most out of the time, there are several things that you can do to plan ahead. When things go smoothly, you have a better time and feel more comfortable with the experience.

wedding dress from Mori Lee

Look at Pictures to Get Some Ideas

Bridal magazines are everywhere, so take advantage of all the photos provided. Which dresses stand out to you? Are there some that you absolutely love and others that you are not interested in at all? Before you try on one dress, you have the opportunity to see what is out there and get some idea of what type of wedding dress you like.

Some brides choose to tear pages out from their favorite magazines to bring along with them while trying on dresses. This can help the stylist at the boutique narrow down the dresses that she brings to the bride. Others will share the photos with friends to try to get everyone looking for similar dresses.

Come Up with a Budget

When you walk into a boutique, it can be easy to become overwhelmed with the number of dresses available. The prices range from inexpensive to downright outrageous and you need to know where you stand as far as the budget goes. How much money are you going to spend on your dress? Does the amount include the shoes, the veil, the accessories and the undergarments? You don’t need to have an exact figure in mind, but you may want to come up with a range. If you are determined to stick to the budget, only try on dresses that you know are priced right for you.

Bridal Gown by Alfred Angelo Disney

Gather Up a Group of Friends and Family You Trust

It helps to bring along a couple of friends or family members to enjoy the experience along with you. However, make sure that you are surrounding yourself with people that will make the time enjoyable for you. You want friends that will allow you to make your own decisions and not sway you one way or the other. You also want friends that will be honest with you when a wedding dress you try on is not flattering or just isn’t your style.

Make Several Appointments at Local Boutiques

Don’t assume that you can just show up at the local bridal boutiques and try on dresses. Most want brides to make an appointment. A specialist will work with the bride to choose dresses, try them on and talk about any adjustments that need to be made. Getting those dresses off and on can be a real challenge and it helps to have a professional around. This person will remind you to try on your dress with heels to make sure you have the right length and explain some of the bustling options.

Choose Suitable Clothing

Because you are going to be trying on multiple dresses at multiple locations, make sure that you dress in comfortable clothes that are still going to be appropriate for boutique shopping. You don’t want anything that takes a long time to take off or put back on. Many brides look for items from couturecandy.com. Wherever you shop, make sure they have a wide range of comfortable clothing that still has that designer look. The more comfortable and confident you are the day you begin to try on wedding dresses, the more enjoyable the experience will be.

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4 Hen Night Horror Stories

So the big day is close and you’re looking forward to your memorable girls’ night out. You’ve imagined this party as the best one of your life, celebrating the fact that you are no longer a single lady- you’re getting married and about to start a whole new life. And so the last thing you need is a bridal party in hospital, or fights amongst friends. Read about some of the scarier stories of hen parties gone bad, and how you can avoid the same fate…

Tongue-tied hens

Your hen party will probably bring together friends, family, colleagues, and friends-of-friends you’ve met along the way. You can’t wait to have all those important (and not-so-important) people united in one room to party hard. But. Many of them have never met before, and they have no idea of what to talk about. The tension in the room is palpable, and everyone behaves awkwardly. It’s a disaster.

What to do? Try breaking the ice with some games. True love’s first kiss is great to play– each hen needs to describe her first kiss with her true love, and tell the group what made it special. ‘Mr and Mrs’ is also perfect, because the bride needs to do most of the talking. The Maid of Honour asks 50 questions to the groom beforehand, and tests the bride as to how well she knows him in front of her bridal party. No telling the groom how many she got wrong, though!

60% hen no-shows

It’s only two sleeps until the wild party when suddenly you start receiving phone calls from very apologetic friends and colleagues saying they ‘can’t make it, but you girls have a great time!’ By the time you get to the party you know it’s only going to be only you, the Maid of Honour, and your female relatives. The crazy night you were longing for is transformed into a family dinner.

How can you avoid this fiasco? Before organising anything, phone up all your guests and suggest some ideas for the party mentioning the prices and, of course, the date. If your Maid of Honour is throwing a surprise party for you, make sure that she speaks to all invitees before making any bookings. Don’t be shy about collecting deposits to confirm numbers.

Hens stuck in hospital

You are having a wicked time – all your hens are on the dance floor and you are laughing with your mum on the sofa about that silly dance move. Except, when you turn round your high school best friend is lying on the ground- you pile in a cab to the hospital and spend hours waiting in those white scary corridors. What a nightmare.

Don’t panic. It won’t happen to you if you follow these two essential tips. Make sure that the restaurant you book has excellent reviews and that someone you know has been there before (and didn’t get sick). You will also want to kindly ask the bar tender (who will receive a fabulous tip) to stop serving alcohol to the hens that seem already well on the way to drunk-land. Food and drink are the biggest ‘killers’ when it comes to overindulgence, so just be smart.

Hen fight

The hen party is a great success. You can hear the sound of laughter in the corner, and cheerful shouts across the room. But… hang on a moment. Was that angry voice coming from your good friend Jo? ‘What did you just say?!’ you hear her screaming before she pulls the hair of your workmate Anne. Help! There is a girl fight right in the middle of your living room.

How to avoid this mess? Make sure you don’t invite girls who share an ex, especially if you are playing truth or dare while having drinks. It is also important to check that all the girls are happy with the party activities– if they aren’t, they might tease the Maid of Honour during the night. And given all the pressure she is under, she might overreact.

Whatever happens on the night, try to remember that everyone has come together for you. You are loved, and your hens only want to the best for you. It’ll be great!

This post was penned by Elena Manighetti for Polestars– the hen party experts who have something for every hen, from dance classes and cocktail workshops to professional photoshoots.

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Wedding Expert Minute Tip 1 – Which White is the Right White for your Wedding Dress?

Every woman has her own natural beauty, which should be highlighted through a beautiful – and incredibly flattering – wedding dress.

Part of choosing the right bridal dress is learning which shade of white is exactly right for you! All whites are not created equal!

By choosing a shade that goes with your skin tone, you’ll get an ideal match …

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Discover the Beauty of Mori Lee’s Bridal Gown Collection

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Are you planning your wedding? If you are, you’re probably dreaming about saying “yes” to the dress. When you choose Best for Bride as your preferred bridal boutique, you’ll receive caring VIP service that makes you feel like a princess, and you’ll also be able to choose your dream dress from a wide selection of the latest, most exclusive and beautiful wedding gowns.

To give our brides-to-be the most options, we are proud to offer a fully-stocked online bridal store, as well as bricks-and-mortar retail outlets in Toronto, Barrie and Mississauga. Whether you select wedding dresses in Toronto or buy your white wedding dress online, you’ll discover that we offer fit, fabric and style that you just can’t find anywhere else. That’s why we are known as Canada’s most-loved bridal boutique.

Now, let’s take a look at some of the most gorgeous frocks around. Our new line of Mori Lee dress designs are fashionable wedding dresses that will make the most of your own unique natural beauty. Every gown is designed and crafted with painstaking attention to detail, in order to ensure that each bride-to-be has the ultimate silhouette as she walks down the aisle.

Embrace a Sheer and Delicate Aesthetic

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Feel deliciously feminine in the elegant, sheer and delicate design shown above. This Mori Lee wedding gown will give you a touch of sparkle and shimmer that is just so glamorous and fun.

To accessorize this dress, keep it simple. After all, this embellished gown, with its clean, sophisticated lines and its lovely, beaded bodice, really needs little adornment. Pile up your hair, put on some drop earrings, and slip into a pair of sexy wedding shoes. Then, prepare to dazzle your friends, family and groom-to-be.

Designed to boost your confidence and make you feel very regal on your big day, this show-stopping wedding gown is meant to be treasured for a lifetime. To help you get a perfect fit, we offer wedding dress alterations. If your wedding budget doesn’t stretch to a new gown, consider our affordable “rent wedding dress” service. As you can see, we go the extra mile to make sure that every bride has the chance to live out her dreams as she marries.

Show Your Originality with a Lacy and Romantic Style

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You deserve to feel gorgeous as you begin your journey into matrimony. That’s why you should choose a bridal dress that really captures the essence of your own personal style. If you’re not into cookie-cutter, princess-style gowns, why not treat yourself to a romantic and original design, such as the lacy stunner shown above.

Crafted with Venice lace panels for an ethereal effect, this gown is a sensual choice for any discerning bride-to-be.  A sweeping, fishtail-style hem will ensure that your every move is pure poetry in motion.

To style the look, wear your hair down, in lush waves. Then, use lip gloss, blusher, and translucent powder to give your face polish, glow and shimmer. Perfect with a wedding tiara or without, this unforgettable gown will fit your feminine sensibility to absolute perfection.

Give Off Red Carpet Glamour with a Plunging, Sexy Design

 bridal gowns

If you’ve ever admired the stunning couture gowns worn at the Oscars or Golden Globes, you should know that you can enjoy the same, “red carpet” effect by choosing a Mori Lee wedding gown. When you select a beautiful style, such as the plunging showpiece pictured above, you’ll enjoy sexy style that is still so classic and traditional.

Perfect for the sort of bride-to-be who isn’t into ruffles or frou-frou, this sleek wedding gown molds the torso into a true work of art. The deep-v neckline is embellished to draw attention to your gorgeous decolletage.

Accessorize the look with strong makeup and modern hair. Go for a scarlet or berry lip, highlight your cheekbones with blush or bronzer, and be sure to use black eyeliner and mascara on your upper lashes. Choose an up-do that spotlights your face, while also showing off your creamy shoulders. Don’t forget a pair of glittering drop earrings, as well as a pair of strappy, high-heeled satin sandals.

To view more lovely wedding gowns, wedding invitations, wedding decor Toronto and Feri jewellry, be sure to visit www.BestforBride.com today. We offer all of the services that you need to plan the perfect wedding.