Brides typically buy expensive dresses only to wear them once and then pay for storage
space. If your wedding dress is one dress that you should wear only once in your life and you do not want to spend big bucks for the it, you can consider renting the dress. Many bridal salons now rent dresses and accessories for a fraction of the purchase price.
1. Check the Yellow Pages and online listings from sites such as Switchboard.com and Whitepages.com to find out where the bridal gown rental companies are in your city or one nearby. Find a wedding dress rental business with a stellar reputation.
2. Visit the shop to look at the dresses. One disadvantage of wedding dress rental is that you'll have fewer options. You must find a dress that fits well and that is in excellent condition, which may take some time.
3. It doesn't make sense to purchase accessories for a dress you don't own, so many rental stores offer wedding dress packages. Try to find a head-to-toe package that includes a veil or tiara, jewelry, undergarments and shoes.
4. Even if it sounds like a good price, ask for a lower price. You will save money here and there and perhaps be able to invest in something new and special that you really want. If the company does not want to drop the price, ask if they can throw in some extras, like a veil and tiara or pair of long white gloves and satin shoes.
5. Read the rental agreement carefully. Pay close attention to charges related to dress damage and make sure you agree with the renter's written description of the dress's condition. Ask questions and express concerns before signing anything. Wedding dress rentals are great for destination weddings. Popular wedding locations like Las Vegas have many bridal rental shops to choose from.
Add photos from your dress shopping trips with friends and family. Photos of the groom trying out tuxedo or suit styles, or getting fitted, can go here as well. Additional items you may add are save-the-date cards, sample decorations you chose and photos of your location. Start with a sample of the wedding invitation. Add any photos taken of the bridal party getting their hair and makeup styled. Photos of the groomsmen tying their ties or otherwise getting ready can be added as well. Place the photos of the bridesmaids and groomsmen walking down the aisle. Devote a page to the bride's entrance. Add pictures of the ceremony in chronological order, culminating in the first kiss. Consider including your list of wedding gifts and photos from the day you opened them. Add photos of yourselves as newlyweds in your home. Determine if you have too many or not enough photos to fill your wedding album. Add or delete as necessary. Write down your thoughts, feelings and memories from the wedding day as soon as possible while your memory is still fresh. The details of funny anecdotes and meaningful conversations might slip your mind later.
If you're dressed too fancy or not fancy enough, you're going to stand out like a sore thumb. So knowing how to dress for a wedding reception is important. First, pay attention to the invitation. If it indicates anything like formal dress or black tie, then you know you need to dress to the nines for this event. If the reception is going to be outside, you can usually get away with more casual clothing than if the reception will be in a formal ballroom. Unless otherwise specified, a guest is free to select the color of her own attire.Guests should also consider the season when selecting attire colors. But avoid colors that are too loud and patterns that are too wild. If the couple is hosting a theme wedding, such as a renaissance event, they should encourage guests to participate but should not require expensive or unusual attire. While guests should remain attentive to the couples' religious institution's requests, it is usually acceptable for men and women to remove hats, jackets and gloves at the reception. Keep the weather in mind. You should choose clothing that's appropriate to the season in order to be as comfortable as possible. Ask the bride or groom what you should wear. This method is fool proof. It should also be used as a last resort, unless you're very close with either member of the happy couple.
