Looking your best
- Have an early night before your big day as you have a lot to get through. Chances are that you will be awake early with excitement. Not too much alcohol as you don't want to be looking and feeling hung-over!
- You should have somebody designated to help with your dressing, whether she is your chief bridesmaid or mother. Make sure she knows beforehand what her role is.
- It is best to have a cool spacious room for dressing with plenty of room to set out your gown, veil, lingerie, shoes, etc.
- Don't put on your gown until really necessary to avoid creasing.
- Put on shoes and stockings and hoop before gown. They are too difficult to manage after gown is on.
- Most gowns are best put on over the head, especially if you are wearing a hoop. Relax, don't struggle.
- Make-up and hair are best done before putting on wedding finery. Make sure you are wearing a front opening shirt for ease of removal.
- Dressing of flowergirls is probably best left to the last minute to avoid getting dirty marks on dress. It's hard to keep little ones still and clean.
- It's good to take photos during dressing to have a record of this exciting time. Your photographer can do it or you can yourselves.
- Don't forget your garter. It can be worn just above the knee or even below it for larger ladies.