So you’ve found your dream wedding gown amongst hundreds and the wedding gown designer who can make it a reality. However, before you sign the dotted line with your designer, read below for some essential tips and questions you should ask your wedding gown designer to determine if they can make your gown the way you want it. There are lots of wedding gown designers out there today with various levels of expertise so learn how to get a good one that does not leave you frustrated and in tears when your dream wedding gown turns out less than what you wanted.
Do You Have To Buy Your Own Material?
Good designers have their own material suppliers and should be able to do your gown in silk chiffon, shantung silk or any material you want. They should also have material swatches available for you to feel and be able to advise the best type of material for your gown design. If your wedding gown designer requires you to purchase your own material, be careful for it will mean additional costs you have to budget for.
Wedding Gown Tip: Always check with the designer if material will be provided by them or whether you will be required to buy your own.
Will Your Wedding Gown Have Built-in Bras?
Should you wear a bra under your wedding gown? Not if your gown comes with a built-in bra. Good designers often build in bras to provide sufficient support without spoiling the line of your gown. Not having a built-in bra means having to buy your own bra pads or silicon stick on bras which may not sit properly on your bust. Your gown might end up losing the streamlined shape and in some cases, the sticky tape on the bra pads might hurt when you take them off!
Wedding Gown Tips: If your wedding or evening gown has a low back, make sure your designer provides built-in bras to give you peace of mind and not worry about falling or showing bra pads!
Does Your Gown Have An In-built Corset?
Corsets give your gown a nice streamlined look by clinching in your waist and hiding unwanted bulges. However, if your wedding gown does not come with an in-built corset, a separate corset may not sit as well inside the gown and cause unflattering bulges of its own! Corsets are also expensive and to purchase one just for the wedding might not be cost-effective so do check if your designer can build in your corset.
Wedding Gown Tip: Before you consider a corset, ask your designer if you need one as corsets are uncomfortable. A good designer should be able to make a gown well enough to disguise or cover your flaws.
So look out for hidden costs or potential pitfalls when you are engaging your wedding gown designer. Look for a good designer and you will have less worry and headaches about your dream wedding gown for any alterations done on a poorly-made gown will never look as good as a well-made gown from the start.
With Love,
Elle