Okay, so, I wanted to try something different for my wedding, you know? I decided to go with a Chinese collar wedding gown. It all started when I saw this beautiful dress online. I was like, “Wow, that’s the one!” So, I started digging around to find out more about these dresses.
First, I checked out a bunch of websites and blogs. I read about the different styles, like the Qipao and the Cheongsam. I also learned about how important it is to pick a dress that suits your body shape. I’m kind of petite, so I needed to find something that wouldn’t make me look even shorter.
After that, I started looking for places to buy these dresses. I found a few online stores that specialize in Chinese wedding gowns. They had a lot of options, but I wasn’t sure about ordering online without trying the dress on first. So, I decided to check out some local bridal shops.
I visited a couple of shops near my place. The first one didn’t have a huge selection, but the lady there was super helpful. She showed me a few dresses and explained the differences between them. She also gave me some tips on how to choose the right one for my body type. I tried on a few dresses, but none of them felt quite right.
Then, I went to another shop, and that’s where I found “the one.” It was a beautiful Qipao with a modern twist. It had a Chinese collar, but the rest of the dress was more like a traditional Western wedding gown. It fit me perfectly, and I felt amazing in it. I knew right away that this was the dress I wanted to wear on my big day. I just needed to do it!
Finally, I made the purchase. It was a bit pricier than I had originally planned, but it was totally worth it. I also bought some matching accessories, like a hairpiece and some jewelry, to complete the look.
Here’s what I learned from this whole experience:
- Do your research before you start shopping. There are so many different styles of Chinese collar wedding gowns, so it’s important to know what you’re looking for.
- Consider your body shape. Not every dress will look good on everyone. Find one that flatters your figure.
- Don’t be afraid to try on different dresses. You might be surprised by what you end up liking.
- Set a budget and stick to it. It’s easy to get carried away when you’re wedding dress shopping.
- Most importantly, choose a dress that makes you feel beautiful and confident. It’s your wedding day, so you should wear something that makes you happy.
So, yeah, that’s my story of finding my Chinese collar wedding gown. It was a bit of a journey, but I’m so glad I did it. I can’t wait to wear it on my wedding day! I got it done. Finally!