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Buying a gown is scary enough without having to worry about all the extra little things that go hand in hand with this major purchase. Unfortunately it's not always common knowledge that there is more to the wedding gown process than giving your size and your credit card. The object of all my articles is to better equip the average, first time bride-to-be with all the inside information that you should know about when preparing to make this important investment. In this article I will be going over standard requirements, tips and common necessary steps that must be done before or after you purchase your new dress.
Measurements
Measurements are the necessary dimensions that a bridal shop uses to order the correct size for your gown. The bust Knee-length Bridesmaid Dresses, waist and hip measurements are the most common. These measurements should be done by someone else (usually a professional consultant) because doing them by yourself leaves too much room for error. Some shops ask that there be no clothes on when measuring (non padded bra and undies are fine) but if you are uncomfortable with that just make sure you are wearing a tank top or something fitted - no sweaters! The bust measurement should be done under your arms with the tape straight across your back, over the widest point of the bust area. The waist measurement is done at the natural waistline, not where pants are worn. This tends to be right above the belly button or the smallest part of the waist. The hip measurement will encompass the widest part of the hip, under the bone and including the backside. Please note that this process only determines your size for the company that you are purchasing from and may not be your normal size. These measurements are used only for determining the size and some additional alterations may need to be done for a perfect fit.
Hallow To Hem
This is a measurement used for determining how long the dress should be in correct proportion for the height of the bride as well as the detail orientation and cut of the bodice. The majority of gowns will not need this measurement (the H2H is considered customization and adds charges to your gown total) because most can simply be altered from the bottom or waist seam. Some dresses, such as an all over lace with no waist seam or a fully beaded skirt will need to have exact length measurements because no changes can be made after they are cut by the manufacturer.
When getting ready to order a hallow to hem dress make sure you are prepared with any undergarments you are going to wear (i.e. a crinoline that poufs out the skirt wider and creating the need to have added length to accommodate) as well as the shoes or equivalent heel height for exact measurements.
Alterations
The majority of brides and bridesmaids dresses will need to have alterations done.
Be sure to check with your bridal salon to see if they have an in-house seamstress or at the very least someone they recommend. Just because a seamstress advertises does not mean that they know how to sew specifically for bridal. There is a big difference between basic tailoring and the skills needed for bridal alterations. Your gown should not be entrusted to a novice, so get recommendations!!
Take note that alterations are not always included in the price of the gown Long Bridesmaid Dresses, even if the seamstress works for the bridal salon you purchased from. Most shops cannot accommodate free alterations and building it into the sale price of the gown is difficult simply because there is no way of gauging what changes will need to be done. Some are very extensive (pregnant bridesmaids or a maid of honor that lost 20lbs just for the wedding) and some are lucky enough to not need any. It is simply in the best interest of you and your bridesmaids, as well as the shop V-neck Bridesmaid Dresses, to keep it separated despite the inconvenience.
Remember to budget for these alterations when asking a friend to be in the wedding party. There will be more expenses than just the cost of the dress (don't forget shoes, jewelry ect).
Bustles
A train adds elegance and prestige to any style of wedding gown, however after a certain point it becomes a burden to carry over your arm. A bustle is a pinning up of the skirt cheap bridesmaid dresses, usually done after the ceremony and pictures when the bride needs to have more mobility without dragging the train.
Your seamstress will sew a custom bustle for you at the same time as any other alterations. There are some gowns that come with a bustle already sewn into the skirt but the majority of dresses need to have it customized to your specifications (i.e. your height with heels on).
Not every dress has the option of doing any style of bustle. Some gowns simply work best with one style or the other because of the way the train is detailed. Ask the seamstress for her opinion and perhaps ask to see examples of the different styles to make an educated decision.
There are various types of bustles but the two main styles are:
An under bustle (also called French) picks up the train in multiple places and tucks under the fabric creating a bubble-like look. Longer trains will need more pick-ups and will cascade in layers down the back
Over bustle creates classic folds over the skirt attached at the top of the train (at the waist) or middle part of skirt to ensure the length of the train stays consistent with the hem in the front.
Bustles are held in place with hooks Bateau Bridesmaid Dresses, ties bridal dresses, clear buttons Pink Bridesmaid Dresses, snaps etc. Your seamstress may have a preference or experienced advice about what version works best. A single point (place of attachment) bustle is usually done on simpler gowns with a sweep train, or multiple points for extremely long trains or skirts with lots of detail that should be showing. This will manipulate the train to not only stay off the floor but also keep the detail in view.
Tips:Bring your shoes! You should have the shoe (or a comparable heel height) for all of your fittings to ensure the length is perfect. Once the hem is cut it cannot be undone - make sure!
If your bustle is more than two points, be sure to bring a bridesmaid or your personal attendant to the second fitting when the bustle is complete. Ask your seamstress to show them exactly how the bustle is done. This makes for a lot less confusion when you want to get out on the dance floor!
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