MEET KATIE SAUNDERS FROM KATES DRESSES sales@katesdresses.co.uk | www.katesdresses.co.uk Do your research and find local bridal shops which have good reviews and book appointments well in advance to avoid disappointment. Arrange a suitable date for you and your maids and get your favourite boutiques booked, make it fun, have lunch, Prosecco and treasure the memories. You will find that high street brands will be seasonal with their bridesmaids’ dresses, so if you’re planning on buying it there, then you will need to start shopping at least a year in advance. Women always want to look their best and feel good in their outfits, so if they have asked to be a bridesmaid, they may want to lose weight, which can leave the bride waiting to start shopping. Multiway dresses are a handy option because they have an elasticated waist meaning a weight fluctuation won’t affect the dress. However, if you opt for a zip dress, this may need to be altered, so have a seamstress booked in advance to accommodate any last-minute alterations. Our multiway dresses are perfect for your bridesmaids as they come in different lengths which work for petite and tall maids and have an elasticated waist that will fit most dress sizes - saving you a fortune on alteration fees. It can be wrapped in endless styles allowing each maid to adapt the dress to their preferred style, such as one shoulder/plunge, resulting in everyone feeling incredible and confident on the day. Ultimately as the bride, you may need to make some firm decisions. Try not to accommodate everyone as this can often be impossible, and too many opinions can confuse things. Focus on your vision and choose what works for you and your partner. Remember this is exciting so shopping should be fun. OUR WEDDING DRESS TIPS ♥ Go against tradition with a coloured wedding dress or add a pastel tulle skirt over the top of your gown. This can then be removed later in the evening to create a completely different style. ♥ Add a pop of colour through your veil or by adding a belt. ♥ You obviously want to look your best but try and remember the smaller details. Accessories are a great way of incorporating your chosen colour scheme/theme and complementing your overall appearance. ♥ Wedding planning is basically a full-time job, and like any other position, you need to take a break from it. Give yourself at least one or two days off a week. ♥ If you want something unique, a bespoke creation may be the best option for you but take into consideration the time scale and money involved. Most bridal boutiques suggest you visit up to a year before your wedding, but if you’re after a tailored creation, it may be worth booking an appointment as soon as possible to ensure you get exactly what you’re looking for. 54
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