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5 Ways to Avoid Wedding Dress Dramas

Updated: Oct 7

Your wedding day begins with a magical calm, everything falling into place just as you envisioned. Your hair and makeup are on point, reflecting your unique style and natural beauty. Your dress, flawlessly steamed and awaiting its moment, stands ready to embrace you as you step into this unforgettable day. And if you have followed our advice and practiced putting your dress on, there should be no wedding dress dramas.

With the help of your bridesmaids, you step into your dress, eager to get everything fastened and be on your way. But there's one tiny detail—those little buttons! Despite your bridesmaids' best efforts with their perfectly manicured nails, it's a struggle.

But don't worry, there's a simple solution: a crochet hook! This little tool makes buttoning a breeze, saving you from spending precious time wrestling with tiny buttons. Now you're ready to go, stress-free and radiant !

The zip on your dress is being stubborn, and no matter how much your bridesmaids try, it just won't budge. They don't want to force it and risk damaging the dress.

But there's an easy fix: a white wax candle. Simply rub it up and down the zip a few times to ease the movement, making it glide smoothly. Problem solved, and you're ready to shine.

Mother of the bride doing up the zip on the back of her daughters wedding dress

Lacing up the back of your dress requires time and precision, and without practice, it can take up more time than you'd like.

The solution: decide ahead of time who you want to lace up your dress and plan how they'll do it. This way, everything will go smoothly and quickly, keeping your day stress-free and enjoyable.

Attaching the lace overlay or jacket to your dress can be tricky. Some dresses come with little bolero jackets, while others have lace additions that attach at specific points, which can be hard to find.

The solution: check this out in advance and make sure whoever is helping you knows where the attachment points are. This way, everything will come together seamlessly on your big day.

Bustling your dress for the first dance can be tricky and time-consuming, especially when you're eager to hit the dance floor with your new husband. If rushed, it might come loose, making your first dance less magical if your husband steps on the loose train.

The solution: practice this in advance so your helper knows exactly how to bustle the dress. It's a great idea to have them with you at a dress fitting, where the shop assistant or dressmaker can show them precisely how it works.