r/WeddingDressTips

This is my second time dress shopping. I definitely leaned into some dresses that I didn't expect to like. I've narrowed it down to these 4. Please help narrow it down to the Top 2!

I'm torn between 2 dresses 🥴 please give opinions/thoughts (but be nice😅). Wedding reception is in a garden of that sways anything. Pictures don't do it justice but both have a full glitter layer on the skirts!

Dress 1: A-Line

I wouldn't get the ivory, it comes in the same colour as dress 2 (but would look paler with the extra layers). I'm worried its TOO much dress and I'll get fed up with the sheer volume. But my bewbs look great😂

Dress 2: Fit & Flare

THE SAMPLE IS TOO SMALL - I would be ordering a bigger size and having it taken in😂 Also, wouldn't have a split, its just not me. I love the train on this one with the lace but I'm worried I may overthink on my own body. The neckline just isn't as flattering (and can't be modified because of where the boning is).

I’m absolutely obsessed with both of these dresses in completely different ways.

I love this style of dress but I'm self-conscious about my lower stomach. I know there's nothing I can do about it because it's literally my uterus, but still, I don't want to be thinking about sucking it in my whole wedding day. Any tips for making it less prominent? I know the obvious answer is shape wear, but I love low back dresses and I think the shape wear would be visible. I asked the stylist about a thicker/heavier material but she said that this style of halter neck dresses don't come in heavier material.

TLDR, I love this style of dress but not the clingy fabric, any advice?

EDIT: guys thank you you are all so sweet and kind, I appreciate the comments

Another edit: wow this is such an overwhelming response, thank you

I’m not sure what veil to go for. I know I don’t want something long, so no chapel or cathedral lengths. I’m thinking a two tier fingertip which is what is pictured. I know I don’t want lace trimmed because it likely will clash with the detailing on the dress or just look too much!

Currently unsure between a two tier horsehair trim (picture 1), satin trim (picture 2) or raw edge (picture 3).I could also consider pencil trim. I do like all of them but im worried the raw edge gets a bit lost, the satin trim might be a bit too much and a part of me thinks it looks a little…dated? Maybe just with my dress. I’m leaning towards the horsehair as it feels a bit more special without being too fussy and maybe more modern than the satin.

Dress one (plain skirt, strapless, with an option to add sleeves)
Dress two (flower design with patterned skirt)

Which one does more for my figure and would look better long term in photos.

I equally love each, for different reasons and I can’t decide which is the one.

And if I were to add sleeves which would look better?

I’m struggling with what shoes to wear with my dress. I’m definitely going with the long veil (already purchased). It’s an outdoor wedding next July at a winery. I’m thinking pearl earrings. Is there anything else I’m missing that I should consider?