Texoma Bride Guide | Issue 007 | Summer/Fall 2020

THE DRESS
WHAT TO WEAR TO THE SALON
What you wear under the dress can make a huge
difference in how the dress fits and looks. Before
heading to the bridal salon to find your dress, put some
thought behind the type of under-things you’re going to
need for your wedding day.
BRA
Even if you think you want straps on your gown, you’ll
likely still end up trying on a dress or two without
straps, or with a different neckline. We recommend
wearing or bringing a strapless bra with you. This will
help you see what the dresses look like without your bra
straps in the way. It’s fine to go out and shop for a new
bra after you’ve found the dress, but avoid bringing or
wearing an old one that is falling apart and doesn’t make
the girls look their best. You can put it back on when you
get home. We understand.
UNDERWEAR
A marathon of trying on wedding dresses isn’t the time
to be distracted by panty lines or the peek of hot pink
lace. Don’t go completely granny panty on us, but wear
a simple pair of underwear. Something close to your
skin-tone if you have it. You’ll thank us later.
SHAPEWEAR
If you’re considering using shapewear under your dress,
bring that with you to your dress consultations. Not
all dress fabrics work well with shapewear, it’s best to
learn what works and what doesn’t before you make
your decision.
SHOES
We recommend bringing along a pair of shoes that are
a similar height to what you plan on wearing on the big
day. Most bridal boutiques have shoes you can borrow
when trying on dresses, but we prefer something we
own rather than something that doesn’t fit, isn’t the
correct height, or isn’t your style.
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