I'm nothing if not a preparer. I insist upon knowing what to expect in every new endeavor. Wedding gown shopping was no exception. Especially so because I had been looking forward to the day for no less than 20 (yes, 20) years and I wanted everything to be perfect.
The internet did not disappoint. It told me to carry a strapless bra and shoes about the same heel height that I expected to wear on the big day. The internet clued me in on the lingo as well so that I would be prepared to toss around "portrait neckline", "pick-ups" and "caviar beading" like a Vera Wang protege. The internet even warned me that I must be willing to stand in front of a complete stranger in my skivvies, while said stranger dressed me in layers of silk and organza. Ack!!
Actually, not ack. Any opportunity to be treated like child queen and fashion pioneer Marie Antoinette is always a plus in my book. Except for that unfortunate beheading part, of course.
All in all, I would say that the internet is a wonderful resource for brides to be venturing out on their first "find the wedding gown of my dreams" day. But there is one incredibly important piece of advice the internet did not have for brides. Until now.
Should you, the night before your shopping adventure, find yourself delayed in the airport for 2 hours, do not, I repeat, DO NOT get sloshed at the airport bar with the other stranded passengers. Sure, drinking with strangers while watching NCAA basketball is a fine way to spend any other Friday evening, except this one. Especially when the bartender offers $3 shots with any beer.
Ack!! (for real this time)
Hopeless
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