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Most women have been dreaming of their wedding day since childhood, and one of the most important parts of that dream is a stunning dress. We all want to feel like princesses on our wedding day, but the reality of wedding gown shopping can make that dream feel like a chore. Here’s how to reduce the stress and find the perfect gown for your big day.

First, make sure you give yourself plenty of time to pick out a dress that’s flattering, as well as to have alterations done to make it fit perfectly. Remember to take someone else with you when you try gowns on. Once you’ve put on a lot of dresses, you’ll lose the ability to tell which ones look best.

Remember to take someone with you who’ll be honest about how you look in the most important dress of your life. They should be willing to tell you if a dress isn’t flattering, and help you select one that is.

Before you make an appointment, collect photos that will help you figure out what sort of dresses you like best. Decide what shape your body is and find out what flatters that shape before you head to the store. You’ll be able to rule out styles that aren’t best for you this way.

Choose your price range well in advance, and make sure you stick to it. Sales people can be enthusiastic, but don’t let them talk you into a dress you can’t afford. Brides looking for budget wedding dresses should take a look in second hand stores, order online, or choose a simpler dress that will be less costly.

Remember to think about more than looks. After all, you’ll be wearing your wedding dress for most of the day, and it should be comfortable to wear. Don’t buy a gown that’s itchy, rides up, or pinches, because it’ll be hard to wear after an hour or more.

Remember to talk to your seamstress early on. She should know that you’re going to need alterations, allowing you to have yours done properly and without rush charges. This gives you the best chance of a good fit without breaking the budget.

Pick your dress according to the season and venue. While a long train works well for an indoor wedding, it’ll pick up leaves and other debris if you wear it outdoors. Consider the temperature and weather to choose a dress that’s the right length and weight. You’ll be more comfortable if you do.

Be realistic about sizing, too. Most of us expect to slim down and look great on our wedding day. However, our bodies won’t necessarily cooperate - if you’re planning to reduce before your wedding, pick a realistic size.

Remember that it’s much easier to have a wedding dress taken in than let out, and stop dieting after alterations have been made. That ensures a perfect fit on your big day.

Last and most important, don’t allow shopping for your wedding dress to make you stressed out. You should be having fun trying on all the wedding dresses there are to see, not feeling tired. Your gown should make you feel beautiful - if you’re finding it isn’t doing that, it’s time to take a break.