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Veil lengths explained
Hello. I've bought my wedding dress and am now considering a veil. Are there any guidelines for which veil length typically goes with dress style? Or is it more about hair length/style? Would love some tips.
Updated : 20/02/2023
5 answersHow to travel with your wedding gown for a destination wedding
Hello, I'm getting married in Thailand in late 2023... starting to think about my wedding dress and wondered what's the best way to travel overseas with it, if you had any tips about packing it in my luggage, and then storage/care for it once I arrive? Thank you!
Updated : 21/11/2022
11 answersIs it cheaper to buy a dress and get it altered or have it made from scratch?
I was surprised that the alterations quote for a dress I was looking at came in at $500... now I'm thinking is it better to have a dress made?
Updated : 14/11/2022
12 answersWhat do I do if I've got my period on my wedding day?
Ummmm this question is a little tmi. But I'm curious what your advice is if I've got my period on my wedding day. Do you know how other brides have handled this? Dress stuff, underwear, bloating etc. I want all the options! Appreciated.
Updated : 17/10/2022
2 answersWhat wedding dress trends do you see becoming popular?
Hi there, what do you predict will be in/popular for wedding dresses in 2024/25? Are there any unique trends on the horizon?
Updated : 29/09/2022
7 answersWhat questions should I ask when buying a wedding dress?
What are the most asked questions that I'd need to know about buying my wedding gown?
Updated : 6/09/2022
8 answersWhat can I do to make sure my wedding dress appointment is a good experience?
I've heard some horror stories about wedding dress shopping. How can I make sure it's a great experience? What should I expect from my first appointment?
Updated : 1/08/2022
5 answersHow long do wedding dress alterations usually take?
I'm really worried that I've left dress shopping too late and with only 3 months until my wedding, I'm stressing I won't have time to get my dream dress done in time. So how long do the alterations normally take, if I have to get my dress taken up or taken in?
Updated : 7/06/2022
8 answersHow much do wedding dress alterations cost?
Hi, I had a quote for wedding dress alterations for around $470 to do alterations on the shoulder, take in the skirt around hip and thighs and shorten the hem. Is it too much or is that about right? Thank you in advance x
Updated : 6/09/2021
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