Working without a timeline is simply too stressful.

Read up on our suggested timelines for bridal attire shopping!

WEDDING DRESSES

Wedding dresses take 4 to 6 months for production. We then suggest at least 2 to 3 months for alterations. Therefore, we typically ask that you start shopping a minimum of 9-12 months before the wedding.

With that said, there are always options for brides that come to see us with less than 9-12 months of time. In fact, we’ve seen brides who require a dress just a few months before her wedding. Although not suggested, we are always happy and willing to help! We feel confident that we can always find you a dress in time for your wedding.

A few things to note:

  • Some designers will beat out the traditional 4 – 6 month window. How or Why? Because some gowns are already completed and in stock. However, this is not always the case because inventory is always fluctuating.
  • Options are limited when you shop for a gown less than 6 months before the wedding. However, there are always dresses available through in stock options, paying for a rush, or purchasing a dress off the rack.

BRIDESMAIDS

We ask that you visit us for bridesmaid shopping at least 6 months before the wedding. Bridesmaids dresses typically take 3-4 months for production. We also need for you to leave additional time for alterations.

For the most part, bridesmaid dresses are not in stock and always require a special order. We do have off rack options but they are extremely limited.

MOTHERS

If a special order is needed, mother of the bride/groom dresses typically take 3-4 months to arrive. We also need to leave time for alterations and so we suggest you start shopping at least 6 months before the wedding.

With the designers we carry, there are plenty of in stock options. If you are shopping in less than 6 months from the wedding, before you fall in love with the dress, give us a moment to check the portals to see what size and color is in stock for the style you like.

For mothers, we feel confident that we can always find you a dress in time for the wedding.

We hope you enjoyed this read and look forward to seeing you in store soon! 

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