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First Day Dress Shopping Tomorrow!!!

curliegirl Posted: Nov 19, 2004 02:32 PM+

curliegirl MEMBER SINCE: 11/04 TOTAL POSTS : 2727 WEDDING DATE: Oct 29, 2005

Posted: Nov 19, 2004 02:32 PM

First Day Dress Shopping Tomorrow!!!

I am soooooo excited.

It's only a preliminary day according to my mom, but still, I can't wait!

Any advice?

Stressed3204 Posted: Nov 19, 2004 02:34 PM+

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Posted: Nov 19, 2004 02:34 PM

Re: First Day Dress Shopping Tomorrow!!!

Just keep trying on dresses until you find that special one ... Don't worry you will know when you find it... Happy Shopping and Good Luck

divabride Posted: Nov 19, 2004 02:42 PM+

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Posted: Nov 19, 2004 02:42 PM

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Aww!!! Have fun!!!

Janine24 Posted: Nov 19, 2004 02:45 PM+

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Posted: Nov 19, 2004 02:45 PM

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take pics if they let you...
Have FUN!

ETA: try on all types of dresses...and even if you are unsure about a dress, try it on b/c you may love the way it looks like on you...

randella Posted: Nov 19, 2004 02:51 PM+

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Posted: Nov 19, 2004 02:51 PM

Re: First Day Dress Shopping Tomorrow!!!

Posted by Janine24

ETA: try on all types of dresses...and even if you are unsure about a dress, try it on b/c you may love the way it looks like on you...

Totally!! You need to find the shape that works best for you- so try on as many as possible..

Keep in mind that most brides try on 50 to 70 before deciding on the one.. Don't get frustrated.

Wear good underwear-- no grannie panties

Be prepared to leave your modesty at the door

throw a strapless bra in your bag- although most places give you a long line bra to try on dresses with

be firm on your budget- and only look for dresses in your budget

curliegirl Posted: Nov 19, 2004 02:53 PM+

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Posted: Nov 19, 2004 02:53 PM

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Thanks so much, I'll take pics if I can...not that I know how to post them!!!

sunshine&jules Posted: Nov 19, 2004 02:57 PM+

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Posted: Nov 19, 2004 02:57 PM

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Me too! It's so exciting.

nicpizzo Posted: Nov 19, 2004 03:02 PM+

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Posted: Nov 19, 2004 03:02 PM

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Have fun, don't settle for a dress (you'll know the 'one' when you see yourself in it) and be ready to try on different styles.

You are going to have a blast. Enjoy and take pics if they allow

cantwait2bewed Posted: Nov 19, 2004 03:03 PM+

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Posted: Nov 19, 2004 03:03 PM

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Hi,

Go to bridal reflections in Massapequa ask for Gloria. She is the best. I bought a Steven Yearick gown I cant wait to wear it to my wedding in 18 months. The one that makes you stop breathing--Is the One!

hmm8191 Posted: Nov 19, 2004 03:17 PM+

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Posted: Nov 19, 2004 03:17 PM

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Posted by Janine24

take pics if they let you...
Have FUN!

ETA: try on all types of dresses...and even if you are unsure about a dress, try it on b/c you may love the way it looks like on you...

I agree 100% also be sure to eat something before hand. I know you'll be excited but it's exhausting and I almost passed out my first time because I hadn't eaten.

lauren16 Posted: Nov 19, 2004 03:39 PM+

lauren16 MEMBER SINCE: 8/04 TOTAL POSTS : 527 WEDDING DATE: Nov 19, 2005

Posted: Nov 19, 2004 03:39 PM

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haha, yes EAT and bring water! I started getting dizzy also the first time I went. Bring a strapless bra if you'd like also, because depending on the place the lady may not leave you alone in the fitting room - and depending how 'shy or conservative' you are, it could get a little too uncomfortable. Have fun with it and good luck!! Also, make sure to try on veils with the dresses - have to complete the look:)

Robinella Posted: Nov 19, 2004 04:40 PM+

Robinella MEMBER SINCE: 10/04 TOTAL POSTS : 1241 WEDDING DATE: Sep 24, 2005

Posted: Nov 19, 2004 04:40 PM

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HAVE FUN!! And try any and every dress on that catches your eye even if you think it might not look good on you. Some dresses look better on real bodies then on hangers!!

nicknmb Posted: Nov 19, 2004 04:41 PM+

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Posted: Nov 19, 2004 04:41 PM

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I thought my mom and I were going out for fun! .....guess what, I got a dress!

Katherine121 Posted: Nov 19, 2004 04:53 PM+

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Posted: Nov 19, 2004 04:53 PM

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Yaayyy!! A couple of pointers:

1. When you try on 'the' dress - you will know by the way it makes you FEEL. Whether that dress is number 3 or number 33 that you've tried on, when it's right, STOP!! Because if you keep trying on dresses after the one you fall absolutely in love with, trust me, CONFUSION WILL ENSUE.

2. Don't try on too many dresses in ONE DAY. You will get what's known in the industry as 'snow' blind and you won't be able to differentiate one dress from another.

Have a blast!!

Mrs_B Posted: Nov 19, 2004 09:23 PM+

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Posted: Nov 19, 2004 09:23 PM

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Posted by Katherine121

Yaayyy!! A couple of pointers:

1. When you try on 'the' dress - you will know by the way it makes you FEEL. Whether that dress is number 3 or number 33 that you've tried on, when it's right, STOP!! Because if you keep trying on dresses after the one you fall absolutely in love with, trust me, CONFUSION WILL ENSUE.

2. Don't try on too many dresses in ONE DAY. You will get what's known in the industry as 'snow' blind and you won't be able to differentiate one dress from another.

Have a blast!!

sooooo true!!! (welcome to MY world!)

FoxHollowbride0617 Posted: Nov 20, 2004 12:49 PM+

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Posted: Nov 20, 2004 12:49 PM

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Have fun and try on as many dresses as possible.

Janine24 Posted: Nov 20, 2004 12:51 PM+

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Posted: Nov 20, 2004 12:51 PM

Re: First Day Dress Shopping Tomorrow!!!

Posted by curliegirl

I am soooooo excited.

It's only a preliminary day according to my mom, but still, I can't wait!

Any advice?

Did you find a dress...

sunshine&jules Posted: Nov 24, 2004 12:15 PM+

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Posted: Nov 24, 2004 12:15 PM

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I got my dress, at Macy's of Manhassett - Demetrio #1196.. Love it......I felt like a princess.

I sooooo happy.

They have great service, if anyone goes there ask for Faye. Lovely lady.

frosty Posted: Nov 24, 2004 12:23 PM+

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Posted: Nov 24, 2004 12:23 PM

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Relax and have fun!

Try on several different styles, especially if you don't have a specific type of dress in mind. You might be surprised that what looks best on you is NOT what you thought would.

Don't feel compelled to find THE dress the first time you go shopping.

Something I never thought about until trying on dresses...the weight of the dress. I tried on all kinds of dresses from heavy satin and chiffon. I found that I liked the chiffon ones better. With the satin, I felt like I was being dragged down.

Have a great time, and make sure you report back!

curliegirl Posted: Nov 24, 2004 01:34 PM+

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Posted: Nov 24, 2004 01:34 PM

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Haven't found one yet, but there are some contenders...
They ARE really heavy, that's because I am all about the ballgown.

I found two dresses at both places, however, even though I LOVED one of them, actually, more than one, I feel like that 'this is the one' won't happen to me.

My mom said it will, that it will be the dress I wont want to take off...

The one I have my eye on is all lace, think Jessica Simpsons dress, and thank you soon2bemsz for telling me who makes it, you were right.

We are going again on Friday, however so many places are booked solid (Bridal Reflections and Lillette's for example).

I'll keep you posted!

Thanks Ladies!!!!