Expecting and engaged? Congratulations!
So, you’re engaged! You’ve purchased the dress of your
dreams, booked an amazing venue and have everything all planned out, success!
But then you find out you’re pregnant. With your special day getting closer and
closer, dress stress can kick in.
But don’t panic!
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While this time should be filled with surprises and anticipation,
this new and exciting chapter of your life may also pose a bit of a challenge.
After all, you’re not going to wait until a few weeks before to know if the
dress will work for you. So, what do you do?
There’s no denying that planning a wedding while you’re
pregnant is more challenging than it might otherwise be, but it doesn’t have to
be that way! Having worked with dozens of pregnant brides, leading Manchester wedding gown alterations company, Alterations Boutique, fills us in on
their top tips to ensure a perfect fit, no matter what stage of pregnancy
you’re at!
Contact your wedding dress designer as soon as possible
Usually, it takes four to six months to get your wedding
dress once you order it. This means that you’re likely to already have found
and purchased your ideal gown by the time you find out about your future bundle
of joy. The problem? Chances are your belly will have grown exponentially by
the time you finally slip into it.
Most wedding dress designers will stock extra fabric that
can be used for alterations. Ask sooner rather than later – they may need to
order it in. Similarly, if they don’t carry extra fabric samples, they’re
likely to stock similar fabrics and can best advise you on a similar material
or pattern. This way, you’ll be certain that, if additional material is needed,
it won’t ruin your overall look.
When to start your alteration process
Make sure your chosen seamstress or wedding dress
alterations business knows sooner rather than later. Book an initial
appointment to chat with them. While you won’t have a strong idea of what size
you’re going to need by the time your big day arrives, experienced tailors will
be able to guide you through the process. Take your dress with you, too – this
way, they’ll be able to see exactly how much fabric they have to play with and
will be able to give you an idea on what additional textiles they may need.
Alterations Boutique suggest waiting as long as you can to
have the final bridal alterations done. Book your fittings as early as possible but schedule them
for as close as you can to your wedding day. Just remember to give your tailor
enough time to actually complete the work!
By leaving major alterations until as late as possible,
you’re more likely to be certain that your dress will fit perfectly on the day
itself. By altering your gown early, it might be harder to rectify later down
the line. For example, if you think that only the hem needs to be lifted, wait
until a few weeks before – your seamstress may need to raise the waistline too
to accommodate your growing bump, and prematurely altering could mean that the
hem might then be too short.
So, what different alterations are there?
No matter the style of your wedding dress, even the simplest
of gown alterations can help you to feel your best. Wedding gown alterations
specialists will know the best solution for your specific dress. Here’s what
they can do:
• Panels and Corsets:
Adding a panel in place on
buttons or a sip, and then securing this with an added corset will allow room
for your bump, as well as highlighting the smallest part of your waist.
• Seam Alterations:
Your seamstress or tailor will be
able to let out or take in the seams of your dress accordingly to best fit your
changing body.
• Hem Lengthening and Waist Restyling:
If your bump is going to be on
the larger size by the time your wedding day comes around, hem lengthening may
be a necessary step, especially if the waistline of your dress has been altered
for your shape and size.
• Strap Alterations and Neckline Reshaping:
Pregnancy brings with it a whole
lot of changes - from hormones to bloating, a growing bust to morning sickness,
feeling comfortable is key. Altering the neckline or straps of your wedding
dress can make a huge difference in helping you to feel stress-free and put you
at ease.
Embrace Your Body!
Lastly, embrace your pregnant body! Sure, we all have a goal
in mind when it comes to our bridal bodies, but just because you’re getting
married doesn’t mean you have to have be ‘perfect’, and every body is
beautiful! Enjoy your day, celebrate with your loved ones and revel in the fact
that your little bundle of joy is playing a part (albeit small) on your day.
Pregnancy, and marriage, are huge steps – so don’t feel guilty about needing a
little extra room!
Top Wedding Tips:
- Choose
sensible shoes:
While bridal shoes, for most women, are one
of the most exciting wedding purchases, be conscious of the fact that your feet
and ankles will probably swell when pregnant. Why not try flats instead? If
you’re determined to wear those 6 inch heels you’ve had your eye on for years,
bringing a pair of flip flops is a great idea. After all, they’ll probably be
hidden by your dress, so no one will ever know!
- Get
jewellery that you can easily remove:
For example, you may want to purchase a
back-up ring in a slightly larger size if your fingers swell, and then you can
wear your official wedding ring after you’ve given birth. Similarly, wearing bracelets and necklaces
with simple clasps can mean that you can more easily take put them on or them
off if they’re irritating you.
- Be
mindful of pregnancy dietary needs:
Make sure that you have pregnancy-friendly
food and drinks for you to enjoy on your day, and that your menu is catered to
exclude those foods that might be dangerous. If you want to let your guests
enjoy everything, make sure you have suitable alternatives. Keep in mind, also
to contact the venue beforehand to make sure they have a range of non-alcoholic
drinks – no one wants to just sip water on their wedding day!
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