What To Bring to a Bridesmaid Dress Fitting

Being a bridesmaid in someone’s wedding is a fun and exciting experience. There are lots of preparations you need to do before you get to the wedding day, though. One of the most important preparation steps is buying your bridesmaid dress.

Once you’ve purchased the right dress, you need to take it for a fitting so that it fits perfectly. We explain what to bring to a bridesmaid dress fitting below to prepare you for this important step.

Your Day-Of Undergarments

Undergarments are a personal subject, but you need to know which ones you’ll wear at the wedding. Bring the ones you plan to wear, as well as some back-up ones, to the fitting. When you put on the dress for the fitting, you can make sure that all your undergarments look appropriate with the dress. If the dress is thin or a light color, you may discover that you need a slip. If the dress has a structured top, you may realize that you don’t need a bra. Pay attention to these details as the sewist works on your dress so that you know what to wear on the big day.

Comfortable Shoes

In addition to the undergarments you plan to wear on the big day, you should also bring the shoes you plan to wear. Make sure you choose comfortable ones! Weddings require lots of standing, walking, and dancing, so you’ll be on your feet for a long time. The fitting itself will require standing on your feet for a while, too. Comfortable shoes make both experiences more bearable. If you haven’t decided yet, bring a few different options with you to see how they look and feel.

A Positive and Open Mind

Finally, you need to bring a positive and open mind to your fitting. Dresses don’t always look how you expect them to when you purchase them online or try them on outside of the store. The goal of the fitting process is to make the dress look its best on you. If you have any concerns or questions, don’t be afraid to ask the staff. They’ve done this before and are there to help you look your best on the big day.

Now you know about three important items to bring to a bridesmaid dress fitting. The most important item to bring is obvious: the bridesmaid dress itself. If you’re not yet sure what you want to wear, find a helpful boutique where you can shop in person or online. Effie’s Boutique is one such option. We offer Jovani gowns and other designers that you’ll love wearing for the fitting and on the big day.