Bridal Attire Time Line
Six to Twelve months before wedding
• Find and order the perfect gown
• Start to look at bridesmaid gowns and Mother of the Bride gowns
Five to Six months before wedding
• Order bridesmaid gowns
• Order Mother of the Bride gowns
• Call for estimated delivery date for wedding gown
Four to Five months before wedding
• Order Flower Girl gowns
Three to Four months before wedding
• Order invitations
• Choose and order bra and petticoat
• Order shoes
**download Bridal Attire Checklist and Time Line here. |
Two to Three months before wedding
• Wedding gown should be in soon - Set up appointment to try on new gown
• Book appointment with seamstress for wedding and bridesmaids gown
alterations
• Choose veil and jewelry
One to Two months before wedding
• Have wedding gown and bridesmaid gowns altered
• Set up an appointment with Sequins to have gowns pressed
• Finalize men’s formal wear – Tuxedo rentals
Week before wedding
• Drop gowns off for pressing
Week of wedding
• Pick up pressed wedding gown on scheduled date
• Pick up tuxedo rentals. We will call you to confirm that they’re ready for pick up
• Relax and enjoy this exciting week!
After the wedding
• Drop wedding gown off at Sequins Bridal Boutique for gown preservation |
Ordering Bridesmaid Dress Gowns
The two most important aspects of ordering bridesmaid dresses are organization and timing.
Where to start:
Once you have chosen the perfect bridesmaid dress we ask that you register the gown, color, and all your bridesmaids names with us. Next, please have each bridesmaid contact us with her requested size and a deposit of 50% in order to process her order. Lastly, we ask that you finalize your order with us prior to the order being placed with the designer. Please note: we
order each bridesmaid group all at once to ensure they are all made with fabric from the same dye lot. We will only place your order with the designer when we have deposits for each of your bridesmaids and the bride has approved the final order. All of the above steps must be completed four months prior to the wedding or event day, or the order will not be processed without a rush.
When to order:
Most bridesmaid manufacturers take twelve weeks to produce a dress. We strongly advise you to order your bridesmaid dress at least five months prior to the wedding. If you have less than four months until the wedding, we will not take the order without a rush.
Rushes:
Any order placed with less than four months prior to the event date is required to upgrade to a rush. The fee for a rush varies by designer and is approximately $20 or less per gown. This fee ensures we can get the dresses here prior to the wedding and will make your gowns a priority with the designer. We cannot guarantee delivery on orders placed with less than eight weeks prior to the event date.
Getting measured:
Measurements should be done at a reputable bridal salon. Measurements should be taken in the undergarments that will be worn with the dress and never over heavy clothing. If the measurements are not accurate, the bridesmaid may incur considerable alteration costs. We
require bust, waist, hip and height measurements.
Choosing a size:
Select the size by comparing the measurements to the designer’s size chart. If your measurements fall between sizes, it is recommended to go with the larger size. It is easier and less costly to make a gown smaller rather than larger. It is normal to fall between sizes and to fall into size one to two sizes larger than your normal dress size. If you are not sure what size to order, call us and we will be happy to offer our advice. The final decision on what size to order is the responsibility of the bridesmaid and bride. Our designers do not allow exchanges or
returns based on size and because the gowns are cut to order, all sales are final. If you have a pregnant bridesmaid we suggest she orders 1-2 sizes larger than she currently measures into or a maternity style, depending on how far along she’ll be at the time of the
wedding. The lengths on most bridesmaid gowns are cut for someone who is 5’8” or 5’9”. If the bridesmaid is taller then 5’8”, please discuss the option of extra length. Most designers add an additional 5 inches, not a specific length, requiring the bridesmaid to have the additional length hemmed. The cost of extra length varies by designer. Most designer will accommodate women up to a size 28. Expect an additional charge for sizes over size 16.
Shipping to bridesmaids:
Sequins Bridal Boutique will ship dresses to bridesmaids, but shipping prices vary so please contact the store for updated shipping costs. Maximum shipping time is two weeks. Whenever possible, we ask that the bride inspect the dress(es) prior to shipping. The bridesmaid’s account must be paid in full (including shipping) prior to shipping.
Alterations and pressing:
Bridesmaids dresses do not come ready to wear. Most gowns will need to be altered and pressed.
