FIT is Fabulous and First

Some may say it's all about "the look" and fit comes in second. Perhaps similar to wearing those hot, shoes you just had to have only to suffer dearly with sore tootsies. I'm guilty of the latter. However, shoes do not compare to your wedding gown! You must absolutely love the silhouette and fit of your gown for comfort, confidence, investment integrity and most importantly to proudly show YOUR dress that is a unique, reflection of you!
I've witnessed several brides do the following: (keeping in mind this is normal if you've done it or thinking about doing it) 1. Choose a gown from a photo only to find when the real thing lays on the body it is confusing and disappointing. Photos can inspire, but be weary when you try on the sample in the boutique. It may not be what you had hoped for. Allow the stylist to choose/suggest gowns for you as they are professionals and know how to match body to silhouette.
2. Similarly, from photos a laundry list of "must haves" in a dress is given to the stylist only again resulting in frustration and disappointment when all those items are not found in one dress. I always say brides should have two "must haves" in a dress. If those are satisfied, the bride will love the other details too because they all work in harmony with her "must haves."
3. When a gown is purchased a photograph is taken to capture the excitement of choosing "the one." Then the photos are looked at again and doubt creeps in. This leads to panic and then OMG I chose the wrong dress.  Sometimes it's just a normal reaction to purchasing such a large item, but always keep in mind how the dress made you feel the moment you decided it was "the one" AND most importantly if you loved it as a sample that never fits well, you'll love it ten times over when it's fitted and customized to you and only you.
AND that is the moral of this entry...Choose a gown that suits YOU the bride who will be wearing the garment proudly and confidently. During the appointment, the stylist will manually adjust the gown to give you a sense of fit and how it will lay on you. Once you feel that "glove like" fit and the gown has your two "must haves" that's it! You've fallen in love again (groom don't worry).. with your dress!