Many dress manufactures now offer champagne, ivory and blush in addition to traditional white. These softer hues may be more flattering to your complexion. You should try on no fewer than three gowns so feel free to try on as many as you want until you find the perfect gown. A dress that might look rather plain on the hanger might transform your figure. Even when you think you have found the right dress, try on a couple more just to be sure. Choosing the right gown starts with proportion. A dress may look gorgeous on the model in the photo, but it will never look good on you if the lines are wrong for your proportions. Think of your silhouette and begin with your best features, then ease into the ones that are less than perfect. Do you have a tiny waist that would look fantastic in a clingy sheath gown? Do you have great cleavage ideal for being set off by an open neckline? Wonderful shoulders or a lovely swan neck perfect for a strapless or off the shoulder gown. Certain manufacturers cut larger or smaller so some work for petites, others for full figures. You might want to bring clippings from a bridal magazine or that you have printed from the Internet to give the consultant a clearer idea of the styles you prefer.
