Okay, so, I recently had to pick out a robe for my big day, you know, the one you wear while getting ready. I thought it would be a piece of cake, but boy, was I wrong! It’s not just about grabbing any old robe off the rack. There’s actually a lot to think about.
First off, I started by hitting up my married friends for some advice. They all said the same thing: “Make sure it’s easy to take off!” I mean, duh, you don’t want to mess up your hair and makeup after spending hours on it. So, I made a mental note to avoid anything with a tight neckline. Button-up or loose-fitting was the way to go.
Then I started thinking about the material. I wanted something that felt luxurious and special, but also practical. I didn’t want to be sweating buckets in a thick, heavy robe while getting my hair curled. I ended up looking at some lighter fabrics like silk and satin, they felt so nice against my skin.
I also considered the color. I thought about matching my bridesmaids, which is a cute idea, but then I realized I’m the bride, I should stand out! I decided to go with a classic white, but there were so many pretty options. I saw some gorgeous blush pink and dusty blue robes that almost swayed me. In the end, though, I stuck with white because it just felt right.
Another thing I had to keep in mind was my dress. I had to consider what would be showing in the photos. I realized that wearing hair ties or socks in the photo were not suitable, so I avoided wearing them during make-up and hair styling.
Oh, and you know who bought the robes for my bridesmaids? Me! Turns out, that’s usually the bride’s job. So, add that to your to-do list, future brides.
I spent a good amount of time browsing online and in stores. It was a bit overwhelming, to be honest. There are just so many choices out there! I finally found the perfect robe at a little boutique downtown. It was a beautiful white silk robe with delicate lace details. It was a bit of a splurge, but hey, it’s my wedding day, right?
So yeah, that’s my robe-picking journey. It was definitely more involved than I expected, but I’m so happy with my choice. I can’t wait to wear it on my big day!
Tips I learned for Picking a Bridal Robe:
- Make sure it’s easy to take off without messing up your hair and makeup.
- Choose a light and comfortable fabric.
- Pick a color that you love and that complements your wedding theme.
- Consider what your wedding dress will be showing.
- Don’t forget that you’ll probably be buying your bridesmaids’ robes too.
Hope this helps all you future brides out there! Happy planning!
