Good morning from caffeinated HQ of Esquire Photography in Orange County everyone! I’m one Newport Beach Wedding Photographer back from London, England for my Workshop and a meeting in Berlin, Germany to meet up with Christin & Christoph (from their Portrait Shoot in Berlin in January) for their wedding I’m photographing with them in the countryside in Germany to share this week’s West Coast Wednesday Wedding Tip Of The Week.
As I’m sure you’ve seen on Twitter & Facebook the awesome May Madness promotions I gave away to brides & grooms and photographers helping everyone save some money in the month of May and in keeping the tradition of giv
I love being able to help brides & grooms save some money, but I also thought it was necessary to help my couples plan and prepare for their wedding. Which is why I’m launching a new version of my West Coast Wednesdays.
For several years, I was sharing a lot of the music that I love to listen to and now I’m flipping the switch & will be bringing you wedding tips to help you plan & prepare for your wedding. I’ll be searching the web for the best tips & tricks along with some sound advice shared from wedding professionals that will help you Make The Most Out Of Your Wedding Day.
So for today’s wedding tip, I have some great advice from my friends over at Wedding Tips.com on how to pick your wedding gown. True, choosing a wedding gown can seem like an overwhelming task on your to-do list. But with the right information, I believe it’s going to be a lot easier than you think.
Check this out!
Bridal Gown Information – Part 1
You have thought about this day for your entire life, and it’s finally about to happen. Finding the perfect wedding gown can be both challenging and pleasurable. Wedding gowns come in many styles, fabrics and price ranges. Gowns vary from simple, informal types to elaborate puffy productions with intricate beading and long trains. Below are a few thoughts to keep in mind while searching for your perfect gown.
Shopping
Searching out the ideal wedding gown can be a demanding task, because there is so much to choose from. It’s best to have some idea what you are looking for before you begin to shop. Wedding magazines are a good source of ideas
Preference
Wedding gowns are very personal and should be chosen based on your individual style preference, the type of wedding you plan to have, the place you are being married and your budget. Almost anything is acceptable – – – so remember, this is YOUR day. Do it YOUR way.
Where To Look?
There are many sources available for bridal gowns: bridal salons, discount warehouses and outlets, resale or consignment shops, and custom designers. Call these merchants in your area and find out what they have to offer. Many of the boutique bridal shops require an appointment or have limited hours. Many, but not all, bridal stores have knowledgeable sales people, who can assist in selecting the right gown for you. If your choice is a new gown, allow at least four months for fittings, manufacture and delivery. Allow extra time to guard against the possibility of something going wrong – – – for example, delay in delivery of the gown, delivery of the wrong gown, or delivery of a damaged gown, which will require repair.
Reputable Source
It is not difficult to imagine the chaos that can result if, on the appointed day for delivery of your gown, you discover that the person or firm with whom you are dealing is no longer in business. The best protection is afforded by dealing with a firm which has long been established in the community, a store with national affiliation, or a shop which has qualified as an “authorized dealer” or representative for a nationally recognized product line. The reliability of the merchant with whom you are dealing is particularly important in the field of specially manufactured wedding gowns, because a non refundable deposit is almost always required at the time the gown is ordered. A quality firm will also be able to assist you if problems are encountered in the manufacture or delivery process.
Ask Questions
Do not allow yourself to be intimidated by the salesperson who is assisting you. Feel free to ask questions about anything you are unsure of. Be sure to satisfy yourself that there are no additional or hidden costs, such as for steaming or final alterations.
Put It In Writing
Insist that all of the essential terms of your agreement with the salesperson be in writing. Do not proceed on the basis of an oral agreement or understanding. Unfortunately, should you and the salesperson later disagree on the terms of your agreement, the salesperson will have a distinct advantage in the negotiation process, since he or she holds your gown and, in all likelihood, you will not have sufficient time to make alternative arrangements, such as purchasing a gown from another shop.
So there it is! I hope that helped you out a bit and if you’d like to chat more because you’re thinking… Hey – I’d really like to get to know this Newport Beach Wedding Photographer (Previously a Huntington Beach Wedding Photographer) for your wedding or event that loves music & fashion, photography and art, feel free to contact me anytime.
I’m available just about 24/7 via Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, the form on my contact page, or the old fashioned phone as well at 888.ESQ.PHTO (888.377.7486) or 562.225.5915. I hope you’re having a great week and stay tuned for many other amazing events that I’m sharing. From San Diego to Newport Beach, Ventura and all the way out to Paris, France, London, England and Berlin, Germany – I’ll have some fantastic Weddings and events that I’ve had the honour of photographing.
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