Gowns, shoes, veils, ties, jewelry — there is so much to consider for your wedding fashion! Before you head to your local bridal salon or formalwear shop, prepare yourself ahead of time with a list of questions to ask during your appointment and a Wedding Fashion Checklist and Timeline below!
Questions to Ask Your Bridal Salon
- What designers do you carry?
- What is the price range of your gowns?
- Can I purchase gowns off the rack?
- How long does it take for dresses to come in?
- How far in advance should I place my order?
- What accessories should I pair with my dress?
- Do you sell shoes, jewelry, veils, etc.?
- Do you carry bridesmaids dresses?
- Do you do alterations?
- How many fittings will I have?
- Can I customize my dress?
- Is a garment bag and steaming included?
- Do you provide gown cleaning and preservation?
- How many people can I bring to my appointment?
- Can I bring champagne to my appointment?
- I found a dress in a magazine/on Pinterest. Can you order it?
Questions to Ask Your Formalwear Shop
- Do you rent or sell your formalwear?
- Do you have other accessories?
- How long does it take for an order to arrive?
- When does the order need to be returned?
- Do you do alterations?
- Do you offer discounts if I order my groomsmen attire through you?
- Can I customize my suit?
WEDDING FASHION CHECKLIST + TIMELINE
- Get inspired on Pinterest and fashion image galleries
- Peruse the latest Wedding Trends Look Book for current wedding fashion trends
- Reserve your spot at one of the glamorous bridal fashion shows at Twin Cities Bridal Show, UNVEILED Minneapolis, or UNVEILED Rochester
- Make appointments and go gown shopping
- Select bridal accessories once you’ve found your dress
- Shoes
- Jewelry
- Veil
- Hair accessories
- Something Old, New, Borrowed, Blue
- Select groom’s and groomsmen attire and accessories
- Shoes
- Cuff links
- Ties/Bowtie
- Suspenders
- Pocket square
- Watch
- Select bridesmaids, flower girl, and ring bearer attire and accessories
- Decide on getting ready locations
- Purchase wedding bands
- Order bridal, groom, and wedding party accessories
- Dress fittings for bride and wedding party
- Shop for mothers and fathers of the bride and groom attire
- Plan honeymoon wardrobe
- Plan rehearsal dinner outfit
- Ensure all bridesmaids have attire and alterations completed
- Final dress fitting
- TIP: Have your Maid of Honor or Personal Attendant there so they know how to bustle your dress
- Bring your shoes and undergarments to the appointment
- Arrange for return of formalwear
- TIP: Assign the Best Man to return all suits after the wedding in a timely manner
- Pick up groom’s and groomsmen attire
- TIP: Have groomsmen try on rentals at the store BEFORE they bring them home
- Pick up rings, have them polished, and check the sizing
- Have dress and suit steamed
- Break in your wedding shoes
- Pick up groom’s and groomsmen attire
- TIP: Have groomsmen try on rentals at the store BEFORE they bring them home
- Pick up rings, have them polished, and check the sizing
- Have dress and suit steamed
- Break in your wedding shoes
- Return formalwear at the specified time period
- Have wedding dress cleaned and preserved
- Have groom’s suit cleaned
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