Q&A Fashion Look your big-day best with help from the experts www.gettyimages.co.uk SHOWSTOPPING GOWNS I’m looking for an elegant dress that’s easy to dance the night away in. What styles would you suggest? It depends on what type of dancing you’re thinking of doing and how energetic it will be. You’ll want to move around a lot more if you’re having a ceilidh wedding and not just planning on busting some excellent moves on the dancefloor. One of the most important factors will be the need to move your legs, so you’ll want something with a bit of stretch to the fabric. An example of this would be Fernanda by Maggie Sottero, made from a talin crepe. Another option is a floaty A-line dress, which allows brides to hook their train out of the way. Camellia by Morilee is perfect for this with lightweight tulle and plenty of room to kick your legs up. We’re seeing lots of dresses in 2022 collections feature a slit in the skirt – perfect for the dancefloor. It’s a good idea to add shoestring straps to strapless dresses or remove off-the-shoulder sleeves to throw your hands up in the air without any resistance when the right track comes on. Tracey Whelan | Wedding Wardrobe | www.weddingwardrobe.com FINDING THE ONE I’m nervous about my first bridal appointment, what can I expect and should I take anything with me? Your first bridal appointment is the start of an important journey, so the experience must be enjoyable. Ensure the essential details have been sorted before attending the consultation, such as a venue booked, date confirmed and the desired theme picked to make the experience easier. Do some research online to envision what type of dress you’re after, and take screenshots to show your consultant. Search the boutique you’re visiting online to check reviews to find out if other brides would recommend the company or not. Make sure to stick to your budget and avoid wearing fake tan on the day as this can often stain the dresses, particularly if you sweat a lot. If you want to lose a considerable amount of weight before your big day, more than one stone, wait until you have achieved this goal before looking for a gown. Your self-confidence will change as well as the styles you like. Wearing a nude seamless knicker is all that’s required as tightfitting support garments aren’t necessary and often change the way the dress sits on a bride, particularly with fitted styles. Bring a hair bobble to envision how you’d look with your hair up. Be open to suggestions from the team and be honest with what you do and don’t like about the gowns. Don’t be afraid to ask questions, and ensure you read all the terms and conditions before signing anything. Stop looking at gowns once you find the perfect dress. Helen Danbury-Trott | Simply Wed Bridal Limited www.simplywedbridal.co.uk ASK THE EXPERTS 65
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