In my work, I rely on bridal experts to tell me what’s trending in the wedding world. I’m also a “Say Yes to the Dress” fan, so I thought listening to the advice of an opinionated yet kind consultant would lead me to my dream dress.
To my surprise, my consultant, Abby, didn’t share a single opinion during the appointment (aside from saying I looked beautiful in every gown).
Instead, she started asking me questions the second I entered the door. Before I tried on any gowns, she asked me what styles I liked and disliked, my vision for my wedding, and how I wanted to feel in the dress I wore to get married. Her questions helped me picture a dress that fit the day I described.
And when I started trying dresses on, the questions got more specific. What do you like about this dress? How does the skirt feel? Do you like that much structure in the bodice? Can you imagine yourself dancing in this?
Abby didn’t push me toward any gown; instead, she let me tell her what I felt in each one. Her approach made me trust her and ensured I picked a dress I loved, not just a trendy or expensive one.
