Why Taking Five Minutes Out Of Your Day Will Completely Change Your Bridal Gown Shopping Experience

Today we are bringing you an article that our very own Alex Davis wrote and that is being featured by Wilson Diamonds.

Alex has been in the Bridal Industry for over 15 years and she believes that this advice can make or break your gown shopping experience.

I am standing there in the middle of our shop where an MOB (Mother of the Bride) is screaming at me.  

When I say screaming I'm talking about high pitched, veins coming out of her neck, Real Housewives kind of screaming.

It was terrifying.

As I am standing there with a pleasant look on my face patiently waiting for her to calm down and get everything out so that I can help them, I knew I wasn't the only person she had done this to today.  

The mother then looks at the Bride who is eyeing the dress of her dreams in my shop and tells her that they are leaving and never coming back again and that they are going to tell all of their friends never to shop here.

The door slams and I go back to the Bride I was helping before they came in and she looks at me and says thank you.

Do you want to know what happened?  What I said?  Well, here it is.

"Hi Ladies, how are you?  Do you have an appointment with us today?"

Pretty shocking, huh?

They were angry that they did not have an appointment and that I was already helping a Bride and wouldn't have a room available until later that day when I would have loved to help them.

The reason the Bride I was helping said thank you?  She had just been to a shop that only did Walk-Ins and got zero time and attention.

I wish that I could say that this was the only time that this ever happened, but it has happened a lot.

Can you see what I'm getting at here?

MAKE AN APPOINTMENT TO TRY ON DRESSES!!

Why, you ask?

1.  The shop will be expecting you and your room will be ready and waiting.

2.  You will have your Bridal Consultant to yourself and they will wait on you hand and foot.

3.  The shop will already know what gowns or types of gown you will want to try on because of the phone conversation you had prior to your appointment.

4.  You will be able to cut any stress you might have in half.

And most importantly...

5.  You deserve it.  You deserve to have the best possible experience with all of the bells and whistles.

Let's rewind to how you make your appointment.

Give us a call at The Brides’ Shop at (801)322-4324 and we will set up an appointment at a time that works best for you.

Easy, huh?

That five minutes (or less) that you just took to make that appointment will change your Bridal Gown shopping experience.

STAY AWAY FROM SATURDAYS IF YOU CAN!

Saturdays are ridiculous for all Bridal Shops.  They are so busy and have so much going on that everyone is kind of running around like chickens with their heads cut off.  If you are at a really great Shop, you will never know how stressed they are behind the scenes, but it will still be kind of crazy.

Take a day off of work and spend that whole day going to different shops and trying on gowns.

Best days to go try on gowns?  Tuesdays and Thursdays.

So what did we learn today?

Get on the horn ladies and make your appointments!

I promise you'll be glad you did.

And so will your mom.

Winter Wonderland

Winter may be cold, but it sure is romantic! Don't believe us?

It's not too late to get your gown for your winter nuptials. Call to book your appointment, 801.322.4324.

Shop Local Saturday SALE!

It's that time of year again, where the spirit of receiving amazing deals is not just found on Black Friday; it's also on November 30th, or as we like to call it, our end of year Saturday Sample SALE! This is by the far the best day to purchase your wedding dress, even if your wedding is an entire year away! The deals we offer on this one very special Saturday are far better than anything you would ever find on the internet! We are selling our stunning, designer gowns from our 2013 collection to make room for next season's samples. We are sad to see them go, but excited to offer them to a deserving bride at unbelievable discounts!

For Saturday only, we will be offering an additional $100 off any discounted wedding dress.

We have dresses starting at  $199!!

Formal Wear and Bridesmaid dresses starting at $10!!

Sample accessories up to 80% off!!

Appointments only will receive a free gift with the purchase of their dress!

Here is the catch, there is very limited space available for appointments. We suggest calling now to reserve your spot. All gowns are first come, first serve, and appointments hold priority!

Designers on Sale: Intuzuri, Pronovias, Justin Alexander, Robert Bullock, Sarah Seven, Lis Simon, Alva, Allure,
 Mia Solano, Dessy, Mori Lee, Angelina Faccenda, and our private line designers.

We really want you to be part of this big event! Call and book your appointment today! 801.322.4324

*During this Sale we are required to limit party sizes to 3 as our boutique is a small, intimate setting!
 Please be considerate for other brides and bring only a small group. We appreciate your cooperation! 

The Perfect Appointment

It is safe to say that every girl wants to be breathtaking on her wedding day. Even with all the beautiful details that have taken time and inspiration to plan, all eyes will ultimately land upon the beaming bride in her dress. Until the dress has been found however, this may seem like an overwhelming thought. Here at The Brides' Shop, we are ready to help you find the dress of your dreams. With trained and knowledgeable consultants, our goal is to make your shopping experience fun, exciting, and memorable. By taking note of the following guidelines, your shopping experience will be even more successful and stress free.

*Call in advance and set an appointment. Many bridal shops are happy to accept walk ins, but an appointment ensures one on one attention for the bride.

*Limit 2-3 friends or family to come along. The more opinions you have, the harder it is to please. You must remember that everyone has a different vision of the bride, the most important vision is yours.

*Begin your search at least 6 months before the wedding. Dresses are custom made by hand and take 4-5    months to be shipped. If alterations are needed, it is best to plan for more time. If the engagement is short, be  prepared to find a dress quickly. If lucky enough to find your dream dress in stock, you have to act quick, or risk the dress being sold to another willing bride.

*Be honest and open with your consultant. Their job is to help you find a dress you will love without the pressure of going over budget. Decide on a price range that you will feel comfortable staying within.

*Be open minded. It is always great to have a general idea of the dress you are searching for, however, a dress cannot be judged by the hanger. Some of the most beautiful gowns need to be showcased on a body.

*Consider alterations. Cost of alterations will vary depending on the nature of the work needed. At The Brides' Shop we offer exclusive in house alterations, allowing the bride to express her creativity and personal  touches to her gown.

*Don't stress. The most important factor in purchasing your wedding gown is to feel excited and beautiful when you are wearing it. There are thousands of beautiful gowns, your job is to find one that makes you feel incredible. If the shape is flattering, the fabric appealing, the color compliments your skin tone, and your smile cannot be wiped from your face... You have found your dress!

*Once the dress has been found, don't try on another wedding dress. Stop looking, embrace your decision, and move onto the next step of planning your wedding.

*The most important advice of all is to have fun! This is an exciting moment in your life and should be treasured. The consultants at The Brides' Shop understand this and hope to make your shopping experience a memorable one.

Written by Amanda Ivory