Wedding dress shops frequently asked questions….
How do I store my wedding dress?
Your wedding dress will be in its own breathable dress bag, which you can hang in a wardrobe. As long as the wedding dress is kept away from sunlight, damp and cooking smells, it should be fine … for years! Be aware of moths, they are in the Hampshire area, research moth balls and be wary of strong scent as it will linger on your fabric.
After storage and alterations, your wedding dress will be a little creased. Bleu offers a steaming service, just ask your consultant for prices and details. Bleu can also steam bridesmaid dresses and guest outfits too.
When should I start wedding dress shopping in Hampshire?
Most wedding dress shops in the Southampton, Winchester and Portsmouth area, quote 4 to 6 months for a dress to be delivered depending on the designer. Add 2 to 3 months for fittings, start wedding dress shopping in Hampshire at least 9 months before your wedding!
With Bleu ONLINE only sample gowns, you dont need to wait for delivery, your wedding dress is available now, perfect if you are short of time.
What dress style will suit me?
There are 4 basic dress shapes known as “A” line, mermaid or fishtail, fit and flare and ballgown. “A” line suits most brides the skirt shape resembles a capital A and will fit at the waist then fall gently, hiding tummy and hips. Fishtail and mermaid are the same shape, tight fitting to the knee and then flare outwards, be wary of looking stunning standing up always try and sit in a fitted dress to ensure you are still comfortable. Fit and flare is a softer version of mermaid, also fitted but usually to mid thigh and falling into a fuller skirt, lots more movement, very flattering to the figure and easier to sit in! Ballgown dresses are fitted to the waist the skirt fills out into a beautiful princess dress hiding tummy and hips. A drop waist ballgown is the most flattering as the waist is shown off rather than hidden under fabric. At Bleu Bridal Gowns we have all these styles for brides to try to see which they prefer.
How do you lace up a corset wedding dress?
You Tube footage is a great place to start. Very hard to describe but the main points are to start at the top of the corset and work your way down. Divide the lace equally at the start, then work from left to right… leave enough time to lace up your dress on your wedding day and have a glass of champagne while your bridesmaid does all the work!
Can you recommend a wedding make-up artist?
Frances Moore has a great You Tube video filmed at the Bleu Bridal Gowns Barn. The video can be seen on the Bleu Offers page. Beautiful make-up and Frances is a lovely person too