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The focal point of any wedding (for the bride at least) is her wedding gown. There are many options these days, and choosing THE dress can be both exciting and overwhelming because of the wide array of choices. If you're searching for the perfect gown in the leafy London suburb of Richmond, there will be an excellent selection from which to choose. Here are some tips when shopping for the perfect Richmond bridal gown. 1. Check plenty of wedding magazines. If you’re like some women, you might know exactly what kind of gown you’d like to wear on your big day. In fact, you may well have known since you were about four! But in case you have no idea, a good place to start is to get a stack of wedding magazines so you can get a feel of what is out there. There are so many decisions to make when choosing a dress – neckline, length, style, cut - the important thing is what style suits you and you feel comfortable in. 2. Window shop. After reading countless magazines you should have at least narrowed down your choices to the kind of fabric that you want, the style, the length, and a few of the other basics. Next step is to visit your local Richmond bridal shop – this will allow you to get to know more about the kind of gown you are looking for. While it may be a lot easier to buy a ready to wear gown, many women would love a unique dress made just for them - in that case, a bespoke gown is recommended. 3. Consider the venue and theme of the wedding. It's easy to get carried away in a Richmond bridal shop, but as you make your choice you do need to think of the big picture. Every element of your wedding should go well together: consider the flowers in your bouquet, the venue, your bridal party and your wedding theme. For example, if it's to be a formal setting, the fabric of your dress and your veil should reflect that; if it is a more casual event you could opt for free flowing fabrics. 4. Consider your budget. For every wedding there must be a budget – and that includes the wedding dress. If you will be wearing only one dress for the ceremony and the reception you can blow your budget on the showstopper of a gown and the accessories and shoes. However, if you plan to change to a shorter, simpler dress for the post-wedding celebration, you need to consider the cost of both dresses. 5. Think of the accessories you will be wearing. If you plan to wear a special neckpiece - say an heirloom or a present from someone special - you need to make sure that your neckline (and the entire style of the dress) will match it. Always let your designer know in advance if this is to be the case. 6. Pockets or no pockets? Some brides opt to have a secret pocket sewn in to their dress for a lipstick, a vial of perfume, or a lucky penny - whatever floats their boat. If you wish to do this, make sure your dressmaker or designer knows well in advance so they can cut the garment accordingly. Your wedding dress will be high on the list of things your guests will remember about your big day, so make sure you plan well. Start visiting some Richmond bridal shops early, and begin planning for your perfect dress. If you're looking to get married in Richmond, bridal expert Tatiana Porembova is a leading wedding dress designer and her work spans a range of styles and influences. Based in Richmond, she creates beautiful bespoke bridal gowns and bridesmaids outfits to provide the perfect garments for the perfect day.
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