The other day my wife was cleaning out the attic and found her old wedding dress. That brought back some good memories. Rather than seeing it hanging in a closet somewhere, she found the box the dress and veil were preserved in.

Your Wedding was beautiful; you will never forget the look you got from your new husband as he saw you for the first time in your gown. When remembering your day, you don’t want it all to just be a fond memory, but rather be able to look back years and years later at the wedding dress you picked only to find it yellowed over time because it was not tended to properly! Therefore, after the wedding is over and you have settled into married life, an important aspect of the blessed day needs to be tended to one last time. Your wedding dress deserves to be preserved so that it won’t be yellowed due to time and it will look as beautiful as the day you first wore it. It is very important that if you don’t want your white, ivory, candlelight or cream coloured gown to turn yellow to look into what is considered storage of your wedding dress. This is especially important if you would like to pass it on to your future daughters.

The time after the wedding can be as hectic as the time after. You have your honeymoon, then writing a million thank you’s and other things before finally settling down into married life. Getting your dress preserved is probably not high on the task list but you should have it done.

In order to preserve the dress the place you take it to will place it in a box of some type and remove all of the air inside the box. By removing the oxygenated air, your dress and veil(s) will and should remain the colour as when you bought them.

There are several places that will provide this service for you and at various costs. Sometimes if you return to the place you purchased your dress they will give you a discounted price for the preservation of your dress and veil(s). There are several dry cleaners that offer this option as well. It is important that you are as comfortable with the company you choose to preserve your wedding dress as you were with the company you chose to provide you with the dress in the first place. Find out their costs and their guarantees.

The whole idea of preserving your dress is always a good idea, after all you never know who will want to use it in your family and the price of it and it is definitely worth the investment.

About the Author
Rick Johnston is the successful web master of ABQWeddings.com. His web page has information on wedding related topics including wedding dress storage.

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Why Should I Store My Wedding Dress

Losing Weight

Question: I need to order my gown but I’m planning on starting a diet and losing some weight over the next 4 months. What size should I order my gown in?

Answer: Gowns can always be taken in but cannot always easily be let out. All the added stresses from wedding preparation and planning can make losing weight seem impossible.

Gown Colour

Question: I can’t decide between white or ivory. Is there a rule of thumb? I understand that white is traditional for weddings.

Answer: You’re right. White has always been considered a traditional choice but it not always the most complimentary color for brides. Skin tone really does play a big part in your selection. Women with olive or darker complexions usually look best in ivory where as women with blonde hair and fair skin look better in whites. Redheads usually look better in ivory.

Who Pays?

Question: I’m not sure about who pays for the wedding gown. I read somewhere that it’s always the parents who pay but I don’t totally agree.

Answer: At one time it was always the parents who paid but this may not always be the case. In this day and age many women have careers and end up sharing the cost of the dress or even pay for it themselves.

Plus-Size Dilemma

Question: I am a plus size bride and I can’t find many places where they have plus size gowns for me to try on. What can I do?

Answer: Allot of lines have styles that available in plus sizes but you are right as these are not as readily available in sample gowns. Some do have a lending program where you can have a gown sent to a store where you can try it on. They may not have the exact gown you are wanting but if it is the same shape or style it will give you an idea of how it will look before you order it. Extra costs for shipping may be involved for the loan so check with the store that carries the line you are interested in.

Appointments

Question: What do you do when bridal salons don’t take appointments? I’m afraid of not getting the attention I would like to have.

Answer: Weekends are absolutely the busiest times to shop and expect individual attention. If you can, make an appointment during the week. This way you are not shopping at peak times and you will be able to have the individual attention you want.

Dress To Shop!

Finding your wedding gown is a big occasion, but you don’t have be decked out for it; loose fitting clothes that are easy to get on or off, and comfortable shoes are ideal for putting you in the mood to try on dresses. Throw a strapless bra into your bag and a pair of heels similar in height to what you’ll wear to your wedding. And don’t forget pretty under things – not only so you feel your best, but also because you’ll be standing around in them as your Mom or bridesmaids help you make dress decisions.

*excerpt taken from Modern Bride, February/March 2007 issue

Quick Tip: Wearing matching or neutral tones of undergarments will not distract from the over all look of your dress as colours or prints will tend to show through the dress.

In a high-quality gown, every detail is finished properly. You’ll never see unravelling embroidery or loose beading. Natural fabrics like silk are pricier than synthetics, but they let your skin breathe and don’t lock in sweat. A lined gown costs more but falls smoothly and hides panty lines. If you have budget constraints, choose a fine fabric and a good fit, and forgo fancy details like appliqués and embroidery; instead dress up the gown with your jewelry or ‘something borrowed’.

*excerpt taken from ‘Modern Bride’ February/March 2007 issue

Quick Tip: Better quality gowns have more to them such as built-in crinolines, bustiers and boning. This will spare you the expense of buying these items separately.