9. Consider Location of your Wedding Ceremony<\/strong><\/p>\n

Once you’ve decided where to have your wedding ceremony it is time to start looking for a perfect dress. From a photography point of view, it is very important to choose a gown that would look harmonious in the environment. For traditional cathedral ceremonies pick a dress with a train and embellishments. Cathedral\/church spaces are usually grand and so should be your dress. For a garden ceremony: A-line or mermaid silhouettes with lace details would look elegant and timeless.<\/p>\n

Australian brides are lucky to have so many beaches at their disposal for wedding ceremonies. For a beach wedding remember the wind and the heat and choose a gown that is light and flowy. And if you want the wow factor, I would go with a gown like Galia Lahav Aelin with a shimmery silk tulle skirt that would look stunning on a sunny day. Remember that most wedding gowns are fitted at the top and layers of fabric won’t let your body breath. If you are planning an outdoor summer wedding, make sure to take weight and fitting of the dresses into consideration. Last thing you want is to be uncomfortable and too hot.<\/p>\n

10. Travelling in the Dress<\/strong><\/p>\n

One very important factor to consider is how far you will have to travel from your “getting ready” location to the ceremony. Ideally you want to get ready in the same venue where you are getting married. But if you do have to travel, choose a fabric that can travel well. Remember that your dress might get wrinkly while you are sitting in the car and it might ruin your photos. Comfort is another factor. Often wedding gowns are fitted like a glove and are impossible for long distance travel. My advice would be to either choose a dress that is comfortable to wear or change into your gown once you arrive to the ceremony location.<\/p>\n

11. Choose Heel Height Before the Dress<\/strong><\/p>\n

Before you start searching for a gown, decide what heel height will be appropriate and comfortable for you to wear. For your appointment, make sure to bring shoes you picked for the wedding or choose something suitable from your bridal salon. This will help you visualise which gowns will look the most flattering. Especially if you are petite or are planning a beach wedding where you can’t wear heels.<\/p>\n

12. Traditional or Fashion-Forward?<\/strong><\/p>\n

I see many brides going for “safe” and more traditional wedding gowns. But remember that your wedding is a very unique day and an opportunity to wear something over the top. It is your red-carpet moment. Colour, dramatic overskirt, semi sheer fabric, 3D embroidery – there are so many ways to express yourself while staying elegant. Don’t be afraid to be bold and to be yourself.<\/p>\n

13. Pose in your Dress<\/strong><\/p>\n