How To Avoid Wedding Dress Regret.

AD. Wedding dress regret is something I personally feel very conflicted over. We've been happily married for almost five years now and although I love my bridal gown, there's something at the back of my mind whispering 'I'm not sure this was the one?' It doesn't help that every time I walk into the kitchen I'm greeted with photos of our big day.

Did I choose my dream dress? Am I overthinking? Let's take a deep dive into the sensitivity that is wedding dress regret.

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Why I Feel Wedding Dress Regret.

My thoughts are conflicted when it comes to my bridal dress. When wedding dress shopping I knew it was the one as soon as I tried it on. I loved it. I still do. But the reason I chose my dress was based upon my body insecurities. I feel regret because I let my self doubt limit my choices.

2018 Claire felt highly self conscious of her arms. She felt they were disproportionate and didn't want to show them off on her wedding day. The most special day of her life at that point. She tried on full sleeve wedding gowns, and full sleeved gowns only. This was a non-negotiable for her.

2022 Claire couldn't give two hoots. After two pregnancies I appreciate what my body has done rather than what it looks like. Sure there's still that pang in the back of my mind, but it no longer dictates what I will and won't wear. I feel sad that my previous self couldn't see what I see today.

My wedding dress regret comes purely from the way I viewed myself at the time.

Top Tips On Avoiding Wedding Dress Regret.

Deciding on your wedding dress can be one of the biggest decisions you'll ever make. So let's take a look into how you can avoid feeling regretful.

1. Choose Your Consultation Guests Wisely.

I'd definitely say less is more when it comes to taking your bridal party wedding dress shopping. You've all heard of the term 'too many cooks in the kitchen' right? Wedding dress shopping is exactly the same. Make sure you take a concise yet trusted group of people with you to the bridal boutique. Ultimately the decision is down to you as the bride, but having those extra couple of opinions can really help.

2. Take ALL of The Photographs.

See your bridal fitting as a fashion shoot. You can so easily get wrapped up in the emotions of trying on wedding dresses. If you get your wedding party to take photos of each dress from a variety of angles it can really help solidify your decision. It will help you visualise the dress in a real life setting too.

3. Go Away And Think About It.

If things get overwhelming, or if you're already having second thoughts, you need to go away and have a breather. Your decision shouldn't be an erratic one, nor should it be made on a whim. Whether you go away and come back after a coffee, or take several weeks deciding on your dream dress, patience is a virtue.

4. Trust Your Gut.

They say that when you know you know when it comes to your wedding dress and I fully believe this to be true. There was something about my dress that as soon as I slipped it on, I knew it felt different. I knew it was going to be the one I'd be wearing on my wedding day. If you're trying bridal gowns on and find something you like, but don't love, I'd definitely regroup and keep looking.

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Like I say, I do feel kind of regretful about my bridal gown choice, however this actually has very little to do with the dress itself and more how I felt towards myself. I'd like to think that in another 5 years time we'll renew our vows and have a 'second wedding day' during which I'll pick something a little different.

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Do you have wedding dress regret? What style of dress would you / did you go for?