Finding a dress isn't so hard

So, as my previous post read, I went dress shopping on February 15th with my maid of honor, Jen Bruch. I'm going to be honest, I was quite hesitant internally about going to try on dresses. My body certainly isn't in a shape that I wanted to see in a wedding dress. Additionally, I was worried the store wouldn't have any dresses in my size. This seems completely silly now, and may seem so to the reader, but it was a valid fear of mine.

I took a print out of my favorite styles that I found online at David's Bridal, so I could help give the bridal consultant an idea for what I wanted. That said, I had no specific, consistent style of dress. All of my choices were all over the place. Going in, I knew I liked lace and I knew I liked v-necks. The dress I ended up with has zero lace, nor does it have straps.

I had a couple of strapless dresses on my favorites, but only thought that it'd be a good idea to try some on simply to rule them out. I did the same for a fancypants ball gown too. (That was atrocious, by the way!).

After trying on a handful of dresses, I had a favorite, which was the second one I tried on - a v-neck dress with a well defined waist and an a-line skirt. I felt really great in it and even thought that it made me look skinnier than I was!

My consultant was great. She was patient, never pushy, and seemed to ask the right questions about each dress. She ended up having me try on the dress I ultimately chose, which really made me feel comfortable in the situation. She had me walk around the store and sit in my favorite dresses, to ensure that also felt comfortable.

I was waivering between two dresses near the end of trying on dresses... and so I tried both on again at least two times, ultimately deciding on a strapless taffetta dress. This is likely all quite boring since I will not include pictures...but it was a nice experience for me.

I'm quite appreciative that Jen was there with me. I'm not the type to enjoy shopping, especially the type that includes trying on clothes. The experience I had was enjoyable and exactly as I'd like it to be.

Finding a dress

Well, today I am venturing off to find myself a wedding dress. Well, maybe not find one, but look for one. I'm not one who enjoys shopping, even less enjoyment with trying clothes on, so we'll see how today goes.

We're starting at David's Bridal on Elston in Chicago. If we've no luck there, we may head out to Harlem Avenue, where apparently many bridal stores consume space. Thanks to my coworker Karen for the recommendation. She also recommended that I tell any shop that my wedding date is 2-3 months prior to when it is. Hadn't even known I should do that, but it sounds like a great idea and a good way to avoid any last minute dress disasters.

Off I go. A follow-up post will hopefully come shortly.