How to Change Dresses at a Wedding

Change from wedding dress to party dress at the reception.

Once you've made a grand entrance at your wedding reception, danced a waltz with your new husband and visited your guests, change into something more comfortable before the party gets hopping. Choose a party dress that is comfortable and practical to change into after you've exchanged vows. It's time to sneak out and reenter the reception as bride turned party girl. Put your bridesmaids to work for you for a smooth transition and you'll be back on the dance floor in no time.

Things You'll Need

• Wedding dress storage bag
• White party dress
• Bride's attendants
• Private changing room

Instructions

1. 

   Proudly enter your wedding reception in your beautiful dress.

   Enter the reception wearing your wedding gown.

2. 

   Enjoy a formal dance wearing your gown.

   Dance your formal dances.

3. Visit each table with your new husband, giving guests the opportunity to see your gown up close.

4. Pick a time to quickly exit the reception and move to a private changing area with your bridal party following discreetly.

5. 

   Get help taking off your dress.

   Remove your wedding dress with the help of your attendants.

6. 

   Hang your wedding dress after you change.

   Hang your dress in a safe location and cover it with plastic or a large garment bag.

7. 

   Touch up makeup and hair after changing.

   Put on your wedding reception dress and touch up your hair and makeup if necessary.

8. 

   Return to the reception in a less formal dress.

   Return to the reception.

Tips & Warnings

• If you wish to continue to stand out as the bride, choose a white reception dress and continue wearing your veil throughout the night.

• Do not forget to retrieve your gown from the dressing room before leaving the reception.

References

• Chez Wedd: Wedding Dress Trend, Two Dresses: Natalie