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 9 to 8 months out: take the plunge! Buy your wedding dress. You’ve given yourself a few months to consider what you want and why. You’ve tried on outfits and modelled for your besties in a taffeta-clouded bridal boutique over bubbly. Now it’s time to settle on the one, putting down a deposit of around 50% of the total price (alterations included). Fabric, customisations and more may be sourced from around the world, so this is the longest waiting game you’ll play, dress-wise.

 6-month mark: accessorise! You know what your dress will look like, your wedding styling is coming together, and your venue has been long since decided. You can now choose fitting accessories, such as shoes, jewellery and more, based on your wedding’s décor, location and season.

 3 months out: it’s here! Your beautiful wedding dress in all its shimmery, perfect glory is here. We vote for giving it a little peck. We also vote for making sure your upcoming fittings are in the books. Your sewist will either have a flat fee for overall fittings, while others may charge per service (hemming, added details, etc.), so budget as needed.

 2 months out: your first fitting, which will probably be your longest, should happen. This is when you give the bulk of your feedback to your sewist, including alterations of the neckline, hem and more, and you work together to feel as comfortable and gorgeous as possible. If you’re going to have a wedding bustle, bring along a member or two of your wedding party.

 1 month out: your second fitting, where any further tweaks may or may not be decided. By this time, you should have chosen your accessories, but if you haven’t, it’s also perfectly fine to settle on your final pieces and lingerie now.

 3 to 2 weeks out: the optional third fitting, for those who wanted more details or further alterations made to their tastes. This is the moment where you’ll have your genuine “first look” at the final wedding outfit. You may get teary-eyed; you may stare at the mirror and call yourself a sexy minx. Both are valid.

 1+ week out: it’s all done, and you feel like a goddess, floating through a cloud of perfection - precisely as you should. What are you waiting for? Go pick it up! When it’s all done and dusted, you’ll pay the remaining balance (including any fitting costs). Your bridal salon should send your wedding dress home in a protective garment bag, which will keep it safe and sound until the big day.

 FYI: Flying somewhere for your wedding? Never ever check your garment bag in with your luggage. Carry the garment bag with you onto the plane and stash it in one of the overhead bins. If you’re feeling extra fancy, you can buy a plane ticket for your gown, à la Gossip Girl.

 The timeline above differs if you’re having a destination wedding or an elopement. Destination weddings call for the timeline to move further out so you can account for leaving for said destination (i.e. away from your sewist). Elopements usually happen on a tighter timeline, so the above one is condensed to accommodate how time-sensitive it may be - but this will probably cost extra.

 Experts strongly recommend settling on your wedding venue before agreeing on a wedding dress. This is because choosing your wedding venue naturally accounts for the other aspects of choosing your wedding dress: you’ll know the location, weather, time, budget and atmosphere of your upcoming wedding. This will help you more aptly select a wedding dress for your big day, whether it’s choosing a heavier fabric for a snowy celebration or going for a pastel-coloured outfit at a beachy spot.

 Because different designers have different methods of working and rates of turnaround. Pick your specialist based on your needs and their input. It’ll make planning your wedding dress timeline a piece of cake.

 Nazneen expanded on this, saying, “If you wanted to get a custom-made [wedding dress], then a year is enough for that to be done. If you wanted to get that style [from] a [bridal] shop, then a year is enough to get it from overseas. Then, obviously, it gives you enough time, in the end, to also do alterations. Now we also provide bespoke service, so our minimum time is four months - not quite a year - but some people have eight months as a minimum, so, again, that can differ. For all trade shows like we do, we can do things for brides within a week's time, [but] some [salons] go, no, we need a minimum of three weeks.”

 Invisible garments: your bra, underwear, shapewear and other lingerie should not be the only thing anyone is staring at when you’re in your wedding dress. Bring these necessities with you in your skin tone because they’re important enough to change the way the dress looks and drapes around you.

 Shapewear: they should be, as mentioned above, nude-coloured, but they’re also necessary because they determine how your wedding dress looks on you. You don’t want to buy your shapewear halfway through your fittings, then realise you need a bunch of alterations to suit a slightly different figure. Do it in advance, so your sewist’s foundation is the same from day one.

 Shoes: even if you’re not wearing heels, your shoes will add a smidge of height that will need to be accounted for. Desired heel height factors into your hem, train and overall drape of the dress. If you haven’t found the perfect pair of shoes yet, then at least decide on the heel height and bring a pair of shoes with them so your fittings can proceed with that in mind.

 Inspiration: as recommended by all of our experts, bring your inspiration with you. Whether it’s a Pinterest board on your phone or an old-school scrapbook filled with magazine cut-outs, the source of your inspiration matters. Mood boards and scrapbooks help your bridal expert gauge what you’re after rather than guess.

 “The first thing I'll [normally] ask before we start looking at the dresses is whether [they have] anything of mine or any style that [they] prefer,” Jenny told us, concerning inspiration. “So then I can narrow it down from what [they say] - whether she wants a mermaid dress or she wants a button and flair or A-line gown. Then I will guide them to what I have available that they prefer.”

 The wedding dress shopping experience is a time-honoured tradition amongst many, many people. For women, it can be emotional and exciting - but also sensitive. This is why it’s crucial that you pick the right people to join you. No one wants too many pushy opinions from a supposedly well-meaning family member or not enough insight from a friend distracted by their phone. Pick someone you really trust to help you. Good options include:

 Easygoing relations, whether it’s the cousin you’ve been close to since you were toddlers or the sibling you cannot do without. Choose family members that are patient and listen to you and your needs. This might be your mom or dad, or it might be your dotting grandmother.

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 Easygoing pals, because nothing is better than a friend you can trust with your life. The ones that keep calm in sticky situations and are level-headed and kind are the keepers.

 Exciting besties, because, if you really want it, a loved one encouraging you and being your number one hype man is one of the best feelings around - even more so for wedding shopping.

 You, since, at the end of the day, that is the opinion that matters most. You don’t have to take anyone wedding dress shopping with you if you don’t want to. If you prefer something more lowkey and free from stress, fly solo and spread your wings in comfort.

 Engaged besties, listen up! The venue is booked. Planning is underway. But you still find yourself asking when to buy your wedding dress. Let me be honest: wedding dress shopping is so much more than just showing up to the salon and picking a dress. It requires strategic planning and budgeting, from researching dress trends to booking appointments and leaving time for alterations. There's a lot to consider, and TBH, it's hard to remember all the to-dos. Luckily, I'm here to help you get started with a wedding dress shopping timeline that highlights all of the important fashion-related benchmarks to note while you're wedding planning. From the start of your engagement to the big day, here's everything you need to know about when to shop for your gown, including exactly when you should buy your wedding dress to ensure that it arrives on time.

 Exactly when to shop for a wedding dress depends on the length of your engagement and how quickly you're getting hitched. According to The Knot Real Weddings Study, the average engagement length is 14 months, but as an engaged girlie myself, let me tell you that time flies. So I'm going to spill the tea on your most burning questions, from when should you buy your wedding dress to how long it takes to get a wedding dress.

 Ideally, you should start wedding dress shopping about one year before your wedding date. This is especially important if you'd like to customize your gown in any way. If you don't find your dream wedding dress during your first shopping appointment, don't panic—it's completely normal to take a few appointments to find a gown that fits your vibe. Everyone's experience is unique, so just keep in mind how long you think the process may take for you because dress production typically takes several months, which can mean limited options or rush order fees depending on how soon you're headed to the altar. Plan accordingly, and be sure to make your appointment at your local bridal salon ahead of time.

 You should plan on buying your wedding dress between eight and 10 months before the wedding. Wedding dresses require time for production and shipping, meaning your dress could take up to five months (or sometimes even longer) to arrive. This leaves enough time for your wedding dress to be made to your measurements, shipped to the bridal salon, and sent to the tailor for alterations.

 Once you've found your dream wedding dress, you'll have to account for the dressmaking process, which can take anywhere from four to six months on average, depending on the complexity of the design. (Trust me, it will be so worth the wait!) Be sure to clarify with your bridal stylist if your chosen salon does in-house alterations. If not, see if they have a seamstress they can recommend, because you'll need anywhere from one to three alterations sessions before the wedding day to make sure your dress fits you perfectly.

 If you're having a short engagement because you just can't wait to marry your significant other (I totally get it because, same!) or you just haven't had the time, there are options! Many local bridal shops have off-the-rack dresses that can be purchased and taken home the same day. Sample sale gowns are also fab options, along with ready-to-wear elopement looks and wedding dress rentals.

 You can also choose to shop online for ready-to-ship dresses at retailers like Anthropologie Weddings, ELOQUII and KYHA Studios. If you need alterations, the process can still be done in a time crunch, but be aware that there may be additional fees involved.

 No one loves talking about money, but this is one of the first questions your bridal stylist will ask you so they know to only pull gowns that are within that number. So, after setting your main wedding budget, decide how much of that will be spent on your dress. Our data shows that wedding attire typically accounts for 7% of the overall budget, and in 2022, the average cost of a wedding dress was $1,900. You also want to budget for extras like taxes, alterations and shipping (or rush fees, in certain cases). And of course, don't forget to set aside a budget for accessories, like your wedding shoes, veil and jewelry.

 Before you start wedding dress shopping, it's a good idea to figure out what you like (or what you want to completely avoid). And while you don't need to become a wedding dress expert overnight, knowing a few basics can help you describe your ideal dress when it's time to shop. Brush up on your inspiration board and look for common themes amongst the wedding dress necklines, fabrics and dress silhouettes ahead of time so you can easily share your ideal look with a stylist.

 You can also use your wedding venue as a starting point for narrowing down your dress options. If you're going for a beach wedding vibe, you'll probably want lighter fabrics that can withstand heat but also some sparkle that can easily reflect the sun. Getting married at an upscale Parisian chateau or grand estate? A fairytale-inspired ball gown may be the way to go.

 TLDR; Keep an open mind. Doing your research can help narrow down your options at the start, but an experienced bridal consultant can also help you find the right dress for your budget, body type and personal style.

 Once you've nailed down your wedding dress aesthetic, it's time to find a bridal salon that matches your personal taste and offers gowns in your price range. Often times, boutiques will post their price ranges and available sizes in their Instagram bio or on their website. Their site should also have a list of available designers as well. Nowadays, you can even find your local bridal salons on TikTok, showing off new arrivals, popular styles and designer favorites. Oh, and don't forget to read reviews for boutiques on places like The Knot Vendor Marketplace, Google and Yelp.

 Making appointments at just one to three locations to start because friends don't let friends overwhelm themselves too early on. If you know you want to try a dress from a specific designer, see if they're having a trunk show (a traveling show of new and exclusive collections) at a salon near you.

Anjio

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