How Soon Should I Pick Bridesmaid Dresses?
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In Advance
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Emily Post suggests brides should select their wedding gown 9 to 12 months in advance as the bride's gown tends to dictate the style of her maid's dresses. This is a suitable time to browse for bridesmaid dresses; however, Emily Post recommends purchasing them 6 to 9 months in advance. This leaves exceptional time for delivery (2 to 3 months) and alterations (4 to 6 weeks).
Well in Advance
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Start browsing the racks early on in the wedding process. It takes time for brides to decide their color palette and the style that they are looking for. Once you narrow down a few favorites, email photos to your bridal party and get their input. The more time you allow, the less chaotic and stressful the choice will be.
Bottom Line
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There's no rule that states how soon is too soon when it comes to purchasing bridesmaid dresses. There are rules, however, for how late is too late. If you want a dress that is fashion forward and in season, the latest you should search is 4 to 5 months before your wedding date. According to experts, stay with the happy medium: 6 to 9 months prior to the wedding.
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- Photo Credit red dress and flowers in line bridesmaid gown image by Paul Retherford from Fotolia.com
Comments
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fruitloop
Jan 14, 2011
Remember that salon consultants work on commission, and have quotas to meet, or they lose their jobs. They need your order NOW and will insist that you order immediately. Don't order more than 6-9 months in advance, and most salons nowadays can get your order within 3-4. Remember that it just hangs in their closet until the wedding, and their sizes can change. What if one becomes pregnant? Wait.
