Okay, so, I’ve been on this wild goose chase lately, trying to find a decent plus-size wedding dress. And let me tell you, it’s been a journey! I specifically wanted to check out Vera Wang, ’cause, you know, she’s Vera Wang. But it wasn’t as straightforward as I thought it’d be.
First, I hit up the usual suspects, the big-name bridal shops. I figured they’d have a good selection, right? Walked into the first one, all excited, and asked about their Vera Wang plus-size options. The lady looked at me like I’d just asked for a unicorn. Turns out, they had, like, two dresses. Two! And they weren’t even that great.
Tried a couple more stores, same story. It was super frustrating. I mean, come on, it’s 2023, shouldn’t there be more options for us curvy gals?
So, I decided to go directly to the source. I found the official store in the area, looked a little bit and scheduled a consultation. I have to say, that the consultants were very friendly and helpful. The only thing was the collection was limited and they didn’t have many choices for me.
Then, I dug a little deeper. Started browsing a whole lot of dresses. I checked them one by one, read the descriptions. It took forever, but hey, at least I could see everything they had. And I did see some gorgeous dresses! But then came the price tags. Yikes! Some of those dresses cost more than my rent!
After that, I started looking at some forums and online communities. Turns out, I wasn’t the only one struggling with this. There were tons of other brides sharing their experiences and tips. Some people recommended checking out certain boutiques that specialize in plus-size gowns.
I even found a few brides selling their used Vera Wang dresses online. Which, honestly, was tempting. But I was a little hesitant to buy a dress without trying it on first.
Ultimately, after weeks of searching and trying on dresses that either didn’t fit or weren’t my style, I found it. Not a Vera Wang, sadly, but a beautiful dress from another designer that made me feel amazing. I visited a local bridal shop I’d never heard of before, and there it was. Tried it on, and it was perfect. Felt like it was made for me.
What I Learned
- Don’t get discouraged if you don’t find what you’re looking for right away. It takes time and effort.
- Be open to trying on dresses from different designers. You might be surprised by what you find.
- Don’t be afraid to ask for help. Bridal consultants can be a great resource.
- Check out online communities and forums for tips and recommendations.
- Consider buying a used dress if you’re on a budget, but be cautious.
It was a long and sometimes frustrating process, but in the end, it was worth it. I found a dress that I absolutely loved, and that’s all that matters. And you know what? I felt like a million bucks walking down the aisle. And you can too!
