Bridal Dresses and Grooms Attire

Traditionally the Brides’ family paid for her Melbourne wedding dress. However, today the Bride often pays for her own gown, although her family may contribute towards the cost.

Typically the bridal party is required to pay for their wedding outfits and accessories. However, the bridal couple may also contribute.

Consider your wedding style before you begin wedding dress shopping. How practical will a style of dress be? Will you be too cold for an outdoor winter wedding, or burn in the sun of an outdoor summer wedding? If your dress has a hoop or long train you will need to consider this when selecting your wedding transport. When trying on wedding gowns in Melbourne be sure to wear the underwear you are planning on wearing on your wedding day – possibly a strapless bra, briefs with no VPL, and maybe shapeware. Also take along shoes in a similar height. When trying on your Melbourne wedding dress try different poses, check for cleavage spillage, and how easy it is to sit, stand, walk and dance in your gown.

It’s always best to start early. Wedding gowns can take four to eight months to arrive, then you might need to allow time for alterations.

Often an appointment is required to ensure a consultant can assist you with selecting and trying on wedding dresses. You may receive more attention if you visit on a week day rather than the weekend or evening. If you are petite or plus size, check when making your appointment that the store will have appropriate sizes for you to try on.

If you’re planning on losing weight don’t necessarily be tempted to purchase a smaller sized gown. It’s much easier to have a wedding dress taken in, than alter one that is tight-fitting. Also keep in mind that wedding dress sizing can be higher than your normal clothes.

It’s best not to leave it too late to book your suit hire for weddings during peak wedding – September to April. Most men attend a fitting appointment 2 to 6 months prior to the wedding date.