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What Service Can I Expect From My Bridal Store?
What Service Can I Expect From My Bridal Store?
by: Georgina Clatworthy
Make sure you get on with the assistants from day one, after all you will probably be spending most of the next 12 months in your uderwear with her! When you enter the store for the first time make sure you get a friendly welcome & that you are offered a courteous service with help & information when you ask for it. If you get none of these or the assistants are totally disinterested in you - leave!
Do I need to make an appointment?
Sometimes you can walk into a store midweek & you will not need an appointment but for most bridal stores a weekend appointment is necessary.
If you want to visit a specific store it is always advisable to ring & book an appointment. Many bridal showrooms will only work on an ‘appointment only’ basis anyway so it si best to ring first to avoid disappointment. Once you have an appointment make sure you are fully prepared before you go. Try & have some ideas of what you want & any other information the assistant will need to advise you.
Can I look through sample dresses myself, or am I restricted to dresses the salesperson selects for me?
If you have booked an appointment the assistant will prepare some dresses for you. However, a good store should let you look through the samples for yourself. Your wedding dress is your own personal choice & you should never feel pressured to try on dresses chosen by the store assistant. That said, always have an open mind & consider the options presented to you, you never know, the perfect dress could be a million miles from the one you envisaged when you walked in.
When should I start looking?
The usual advice is to start looking about eight to nine months before the wedding. This is so the manufacturers have time to make your dress & apply any alterations needed from subsequent fittings. Many manufacturers will off a rush service if you need it in a hurry but this can add a considerable amount to the price.
What should I expect from a bridal shop?
A good bridal store should be well laid out, with dresses easily accesible on the rails & not packed together tightly. The fitting rooms should be spacious & include large mirrors so you can see the dress from all angles & full length. The staff should be friendly & knowledgeable, they should in no way be pushy or rush you to make a decision. Good staff should be able to assist & advise you, not just with you dress but with the complete look aswell.
Ask around for recommendations or do some research online. Check to see if a store is a member of any national bridal associations, even if they are not, they may still be a very good store, but you may want to do some further research.
What should I wear?
It is a good idea to wear comfortable clothes & there is no need to get all glammed up. Usually within the first five minutes you will be changing, so the assistant really won’t notice what you are wearing when you walk in.
Who should I take with me?
It is always a good idea to take someone with you, for support, advice & to make sure you don’t loose you head or a huge chunk of you wedding budget! Take a close friend or family member, such as your mom or sister. Leave any small children or babies at home, a bridal store is no place for them & they will get bored very quickly. Stick to just one or two people to avoid overcrowding in the fitting rooms.
What should I bring with me?
Although it doesn’t matter what you wear, it is a good idea to wear good, well fitting lingerie. Some stores will have a selection of bras available for your to use with certain styles of gowns but is always a good idea to bring your own, just in case. Another tip is to wear or bring with a pair of shoes with roughly the same heel height as the ones you want to wear on your wedding day. Bring some hair bands & grips aswell so you can try out each dress with your hair up & down.
How many fittings are usual?
When it comes to fittings, two or three are usual. After the initial fitting you will require another one to make sure the alterations from the first fitting are correct & after that you may need another one for any further adjustments to be made.
Will alterations be included in the price?
When you visit a bridal store you will try on dresses in the size they have on the rail, these are known as samples. When you have made a decision the store will then order that style in your size from the manufacturer. When it arrives you will be called in for a fitting to see what adjustment/alterations are needed (if any). Some retailers will include the cost of alterations in the price on the ticket. Others will charge for alterations on top & they should dicuss this with you first.
How will my dress be delivered?
It is usual to collect your dress from the bridal store where you ordered it from although some may deliver it to you for a fee. If you are getting married abroad the shop may also offer to pack it for you.
How should I store my dress?
When you get your dress home, take it out of it’s bag or box & hang it up, covered with a long sheet to protect it & alow it to breathe. This is good practice for before & after the wedding.
Can I change my mind and get the deposit back?
Check the terms & conditions of the bridal store. You will usually have paid a deposit of around 50% when you ordered. You may have period of up to 14 days to change your mind & return it, but you could find yourself having to pay a penalty.
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Glamorous Wedding Hairstyles For Brides
by: Scott James
Tips Below Photo - Plus Some More Bridal Hairstyle Photo Ideas Below:

Wedding hairstyles are always unforgettable, flirtatious and romantic, especially when it is considered for brides. The perfect bridal hairstyle is the kind of hairstyle that transmits an angelic intensity. As you know marriages play a very important role in one's life, hence this is the most vital time of a woman when she needs an angelic look and an extra ordinary formal hairstyle to fulfill its dream. Everyone knows choosing the right wedding hairstyle is important to make the difference, after all marriages are made in heaven and to bring heaven on this earth one needs memorable appearance to reach the feeling of floating on clouds and dancing on air.
Magically the elegant and the beautiful Wedding hairstyles do come in variety of cuts that can suite every woman with long hair, short hair or medium length hair. Check out some of hairstyles that can give you an elegant and a stylish look on your wedding.
Romantic and Dreamy
The princess look for a fairy tale wedding is a great look and goes with the wedding theme too. A plain coif with clean sensual curls just cannot go wrong in order to satisfy the bride’s needs. Well, the dreamy look with loosely tied bun and floating curls on shoulders can also make that perfect. Wedding hairstyles can add even more charm on a bride’s look if one can wear a tropical flower behind the ear which however can insist on the feminine side in a very poetic way.
Classic with retro style
Retro type hairstyle can be elegant and beautiful for a bride. Despite of texture of hair it simply can suite with the wedding theme as well. Brides with bob hairstyle or other similar haircuts can surely opt for this hairstyle. This hair style incorporates the smooth waves and offers you a look of some movie star from the 40's. To create the retro wave, you have to part your hair in large sections and have to cascade the face with a few natural curls, by using a wide hair pick. Well, you can also try this hairstyle to add the shine on your divine look.
Modern and Minimalistic hairstyle
Wedding hairstyles with modern and minimalistic look are slightly unconventional. But this is not something that you can’t see in a wedding. A slightly pulled ponytail at the back or a plain bob is all it takes to make a bold fashion statement at your wedding. The beauty of modern hairstyles complements facial feature, body type, and personality effortlessly. So it can be surely opt for the wedding theme.
Earthy and Casual
For the wild child look and for an earthy feel, you just don’t need to do anything with your hair but if you have a wavy structure then just wear a tiara of olive leaves and small white flowers to realize the look just as you've dreamed of it. Well, you can also wear extensions in order to give a casual look in your wedding. Wedding hairstyles can be like that way for your wedding theme as well.












Sexy, Yet Elegant Makeup Look, Bollywood Bride Inspiration.

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Must Have Lip Kit
Four simple steps to a fantastic kisser. First, massage with exfoliating treatment. Next, massage lip plumper over lips to make them appear smoother and fuller. Then apply lipstick of your choice. Finally, apply Lip Lock to create a smear-proof smile that lasts all night long. Each kit includes .5 ounce exfoliating treatment, .35 ounce lip plumper and .25 ounce lip lock.

Lush Lashes
Finally, the perfect set of lashes! After years of experimenting, Lori has decided the Lush Lashes are her absolute favorites. She uses them on most every bride she styles because they're light, easy to apply and extremely natural looking. Simply dot on a bit of adhesive, a coating of mascara, and you've got lush lashes for an entire day and evening. Adhesive is not included.

Line and Lacquer Lips
This ingenious little package contains a creamy lip liner hidden in the handle of the high shine gloss. Perfectly matched and perfectly portable for quick touchups throughout the day. Choose from three colors each designed to give your lips a natural shine that photographs beautifully.

Geneva Crystal Earrings
A bright silver setting and tiny round crystals give these earrings a fresh, feminine look that's not overly formal. They are a nice way to accessorize for a daytime or garden wedding. Stainless steel posts for pierced ears.

Grace Bella Bridal Shoes
Graceful silk satin shoes with classic bow strap and 3.25" heel make a perfect addition to the simple lines of your traditional gown. This shoe is not dyeable. Available in limited colors and sizes.

Benjamin Adams Marilyn Bridal Shoes
Dripping with Swarovski crystals, this shoe still manages to look light and summery thanks to the delicate, barely there silk straps. The slingback is set with a buckle so you can adjust it for a perfect fit. Each shoe is hand crafted with white or ivory duchesse silk which gives the shoe a luxurious look, and soft leather lining for comfort and structure. Heel measures 3.5". White fabric is dyeable so it can be worn in white, or tinted any color you like.

Benjamin Adams Astor Bridal Shoes
This cutting edge, runway style is adapted for the wedding aisle by the brilliant London design team at Benjamin Adams. Made with Swarovski crystals and an adjustable buckle at the ankle for a comfortable fit. Each shoe is hand crafted with white or ivory duchesse silk which gives the shoe a luxurious look, and soft leather lining for comfort and structure. Heel measures 3.5". White fabric is dyeable so it can be worn in white, or tinted any color you like.

Benjamin Adams Seymour Bridal Shoes
With its hand crafted pleating and Swarovski crystal details, this shoe has a gorgeous couture look with an off-the-shelf price. Made with white or ivory duchesse silk for a soft luster and leather lining for comfort and structure. Heel measures 3.5". This fabric is not recommended for dyeing.

Benjamin Adams Scarlet Bridal Shoes
This outrageously stylish covered platform has a cute peep-toe lined with Swarovski crystals. The duchesse silk fabric is available in ivory or dyeable white so you can wear it once in white, and later in black or platinum as a fabulous evening shoe. Each shoe is hand crafted with a soft leather lining for comfort and structure. Heel measures 4".

Benjamin Adams Astor Wedding Shoes
This cutting edge, runway style is adapted for the wedding aisle by the brilliant London design team at Benjamin Adams. Made with Swarovski crystals and an adjustable buckle at the ankle for a comfortable fit. Each shoe is hand crafted with duchesse silk which gives the shoe a luxurious look, and soft leather lining for comfort and structure. Available in ivory or dyeable white fabric. Heel measures 3.5".

Benjamin Adams Angelina Bridal Shoes
A platform base gives you a little lift and the Swarovski crystal trim gives you plenty of sparkle. The slingback style is great for warm weather but there's enough structure to this shoe that it can be worn in any season. Each shoe is hand crafted with white or ivory duchesse silk which gives the shoe a luxurious look, and soft leather lining for comfort and structure. Heel measures 3.75". White fabric is dyeable so it can be worn in white, or tinted any color you like.
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