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There are few events in life that are as exciting and stressful, as shopping for you wedding dress. Here are a few tips on how to keep sane and ensure your dress arrives on time.

- It takes 6-9 MONTHS to order a wedding dress, go early
- Don’t bring an entourage, keep it to three people total
- Keep an open mind, how it looks on the hanger isn’t close to how it will on you
- Have an idea of the style you would like, bring pictures
- Go with a budget, let the sales person know the budget
- Go on an off day of the week, during the day (Monday – Thursday)
- Make appointments
- Do your makeup and hair, you’ll feel better in the dress
- Don’t be upset if you have to go up 2 - 4 sizes, it’s normal
- Don’t just start looking, it will overwhelm you