Hollie’s Handy Guide: What to Wear to Your Bridal Appointment (Spoiler: It’s Way Easier Than You Think)

Our beautiful bride Hollie is the perfect example of how to keep things simple and stress-free on dress day. When she came in for her appointment, she wasn’t sure what to wear but she quickly found out that it’s not about perfection, it’s about comfort and ease.

So if you’re wondering what to wear to your bridal appointment, here’s Hollie’s no-fuss, real-talk guide to help you feel calm, confident, and totally yourself when it’s time to try on dresses.

“I thought I had to wear the ‘right’ underwear, maybe even shapewear. But you all made it so easy and I realised, it’s not about dressing up for your appointment, it’s about dressing down!”

Here’s what Hollie recommends:

👗 Wear something easy to slip on and off! Think leggings and a loose top or a comfy dress. You’ll be changing in and out of gowns, so you don’t want to be wrestling with zips or tight fabrics.

🩲 Underwear doesn’t have to be fancy! Just make sure you’re wearing some! Nude or light colours are great, but honestly we’ve seen it all, and nothing is going to phase us. Comfort over everything.

❌ No bra? No problem! Most wedding dresses have built-in support (especially ours!), and we often ask brides to take their bra off to get the best idea of how the dress actually fits and sits on the body.

👠 Heels are optional (and not needed at all) You’ll be standing on a podium in our boutique, so no need to bring heels the dresses are always too long anyway, and it’s more about the top half at this stage!

💡 Shapewear? Only if you want to! Some brides love it, others don’t. We always say don’t wear anything that’s going to distract from how you feel in the dress. If you’re not planning to wear it on the big day, don’t feel pressure to wear it to your appointment.

“You made me feel so relaxed. I came in a bit flustered, but left feeling like a bride. It’s honestly not about what you wear it’s about how the dresses make you feel.” Hollie

So if you’re reading this and overthinking what to wear take a breath. Keep it simple. We’ve got you covered (literally).

To Hollie thank you for being your gorgeous, down-to-earth self and helping other brides realise that the dress journey doesn’t need to be intimidating. You nailed it.

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