We answer a listener question about wedding dress shopping timelines and share personal experiences about the entire process from selection to the final fitting.

• Start shopping for your wedding dress about one year before your wedding date
• Wedding dresses typically take 7-9 months to arrive after ordering as they're custom-made
• Budget time for multiple alterations appointments – potentially 6-7 sessions over several months
• Don't forget to order accessories early – veils can take up to 3 months to arrive
• Bring your wedding shoes to alterations appointments for proper dress length
• Bridal consultants can help you plan for any anticipated body changes before the wedding

Listen to our episode with Poppy from Colby Bridal for even more in-depth wedding dress shopping advice.

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