Wedding Inspiration: Where does it come from?

You may not be one of those girls who have been dreaming about their wedding since they were six years old. You might just find yourself engaged, overflowing with happiness and joy, and completely overwhelmed with the thought of planning a wedding. If you have read our posts on creating a color theme and discovering your bridal style, then good for you! If not, now's your chance! 

 We want to help spark that inspiration for the overall atmosphere of your wedding day. So where does that inspiration come from? Pinterest has been a big help for many modern brides, but it has also been linked to idea overload and feelings of been there seen that. Of course you want your wedding day to be memorable, and a reflection of who you are as a couple.

Here are a few ideas to get the creative juices flowing:

A fun way to gather inspiration and throw a date night in the mix, is to grab your sweetheart and head over to your local art museum. Spending time together discussing your favorite works will help generate ideas. There might just be one image that you both respond to and want to incorporate into your wedding.

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Maybe you and your love have been discussing Honeymoon locations and have finally narrowed in on the place you want to go. Research the location together and you may just find yourself drawn to that cultures traditions, art, and lifestyle. Integrating your Honeymoon into your wedding day could be a fun way to share your excitement with all of your guests.

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You can even be inspired by beautiful quotes, it doesn't have to be just one.  Maybe you can top your favors with a different inspirational quotes, or you can be more literal and structure the theme of your wedding around a quote that has inspired you.

Think back on to some of your favorite dates with your soon to be spouse. Was it a summer day picnic, roasting marshmallows by campfire, hot chocolate on a snowy day, or a Sunday morning brunch date?
You can incorporate the little details of your favorite times together for a truly unique event.

Is there a cheesy, romantic comedy that you catch yourselves watching over and over?

Or a book, that whenever you read, you wistfully think of the one you will marry?

Inspiration can really come from anywhere. Start to pay attention to the things that surround you and bring you happiness, and share them with the ones you love on one of the happiest days of your life.

A Few Tips From The Experts.

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 Bride's 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 Bride's 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 Bride's Shop understand this and hope to make your shopping experience a memorable one.