Tip 1: Set a budget and try to stick to it.

Unless you have a bank account that could buy an airplane, a yacht and a grand mansion, a budget is a must. It’s inevitable to go over the budget sometimes, but having in mind how much you’re willing to spend is a good way of preventing yourself from overspending.

Tip 2: Shop with someone you trust.

Whoever you decide to go wedding dress shopping with, make sure it’s going to be somebody you can trust and who will be perfectly honest in giving opinions to help you make a better choice when choosing your wedding dress. She can be your mother, your sister, a close family member or your best friend.

Tip 3: Find out what wedding dress shape suits you and what you should avoid.

We know that brides come in different shapes and sizes and what’s perfect for one bride might not do anything for you. The most important thing is you know what styles and shapes work best for your figure.

The all-time favorite which is the A-Line wedding dress with its slight flare skirt helps create the illusion of a perfect hourglass shape. There is just one simple rule if you like this style: the wider the hips, the wider the skirt base.

Another favorite is the ball gown wedding dress. This is the perfect style for brides who are of medium build or medium height. It looks well for tall women too. You will feel like a princess with its dramatically full skirt.

The empire wedding dress is a perfect way of creating a sleeker and longer silhouette for petite women who wish to add some inches to their frame. The focus of the dress is on the upper portion of your body, creating a snug fit in the bosom and a loosely flowing skirt that adds to the look of elegance the dress conveys.

If you are blessed with an hourglass figure, then go for the trumpet or the mermaid wedding dress. This body-hugging sheath will show off all your gorgeous curves without going over the top.

Tip 4: Find a dress that showcases your assets and masks problem areas.

If you feel self-conscious about your arms, then by all means, go for a long-sleeved gown. You may go for a strapless dress if you feel good about your cleavage.

Pick out the neckline, the skirt style and the hemline that work best with your figure. If you plan on showing off your legs, then choose a wedding dress with slit that flashes your lovely pair as you walk. If it’s an informal event, you may even go for a mini wedding dress that shows off your well toned legs.

Tip 5: Choose your dress according to how formal the ceremony will be.

You can’t wear a short wedding dress in a formal and traditional wedding. Be sure to pick a dress that is no shorter than floor-length if your wedding is going to be a formal affair. You might even have to consider having a wedding train if it’s an ultra-formal event.

If your wedding is set on a conservative setting, or if your priest doesn’t approve of brides wearing sleeveless and strapless dresses, then invest in wedding over clothes. You can just easily take off your over clothes right after the ceremony to reveal your figure-flattering wedding dress.