What you should know before you shop for your wedding dress...

You've probably been dreaming about your wedding for months, even years, and the moment has finally come...your significant other proposed and you said YES! Now it's time to start wedding planning!

Many new brides are unsure of wha to expect, this is new territory after all. Once you have your wedding venue and date set, it's time to start thinking about your wedding dress. Here are our top tips for shopping for your wedding dress to make the most out of your experience.

Schedule an appointment

At one of our scheduled bridal appointments, you will get a personal Bridal Consultant that can help you find your dream dress!

Give yourself time

The rumors are true! Designer bridal gowns do take about 4-6 months to arrive once ordered so make sure that you are not leaving it to the last minute.

Set a budget

Make sure that you know how much you are comfortable spending because you don’t want to fall in love with a gown that you can’t afford! We always work to be respectful of your budget because it is about finding the dress that is the best for YOU and that includes the price tag. Don't forget to factor in additional costs such as alterations or shipping out of state.

Get to know your bridal style

Don’t be afraid to look in bridal magazines or browse Pinterest for dresses that you love. This will give you an idea of what you might be interested in! Be open minded - a lot of brides end up falling in love with something completely opposite of wha they originally envisioned!

Who to bring?

Anyone that is going to love and support you through the process. Valuing their opinion is a plus as well! Although we do always welcome larger parties, we recommend bringing 2 or 3 close friends or family members. Anything more than that can get overwhelming.

Bring your inspiration

We love to see photos and Pins of styles that you love so bring ‘em!

Don't over think it

We have a saying here, "Finding your wedding dress is like finding your fiance...when you find the one stop looking!" It is so easy to say you want to look at just one more store, but honestly, it gets overwhelming and it will take away from the feeling of finding "the one."

Relax

Shopping for your wedding dress is supposed to be fun so relax and enjoy it!

Now it's time to set up your appointment so you can say YES to your dress!

To set up your personal bridal appointment at Amour Bridal give us a call at 512-596-5683 or book online! We look forward to working with you and helping you find the perfect dress!

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Ever wonder why we wear wedding rings on the left ring finger?

For the most part, it is common knowledge that your left ring finger is for your engagement and wedding bands but why and where did it come from? According to brides.com, the tradition can be traced back to ancient Roman and Greek times in which they believed that the vein on that special finger led straight to your heart. Some Europeans actually wear their rings on the right hand. We all do it differently but does it really matter when you are expressing your love? Do you wear your rings on the left or right, or do you even wear rings at all? Let us know in the comments what symbol you have chosen to express your commitment!

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YES! We do tux rentals!

With prom just around the corner - it's time to start talking about tux rentals!

As an official retailer of Jim’s Formal Wear, we work to make the rental process incredibly easy! The first step is to come into our shop to choose your style. JFW offers an array of styles, ranging from traditional to the latest trends, and you can rent them all! We recommend coming in at least 1 month before the event but ideally 2-3 especially during prom season!

Next, we will take your measurements. Typically, tux measurements include the chest, overarm, hip, waist, out seam, and shirt neck/sleeve. If you are an out-of-towner, you can send us measurements (free of charge) by visiting any Jim’s Formal Wear location. There are locations all throughout the country! Once we place the order, you can expect your rental to be in our store the Wednesday before the event. It is best to come in that Wednesday to try it on so any that adjustments need to be made, we have plenty of time to do so. We have extended hours on Wednesdays to help accommodate busy schedules!

Finally, all rentals need to be returned to Amour Bridals within 1-2 days after the event. Don't forget we are closed on Mondays and Tuesdays - so don't drop them off on those days.

Now to address a few frequently asked questions:

1. What do I do if my groomsmen are out of town?

Not to worry! As mentioned above they can go to any Jim's Formal Wear retailer and get measured. They can then call in their measurements and payment. We can even ship directly to them if that is easiest for them!

2. How much do the rentals cost?

We are competitively priced starting around $90 and going up to $200 or so depending on the package and any additional items you may be looking to order. Our packages come with the Jacket, vest, tie or bow tie, shirt, and pants. Additional items to rent include pocket squares, shoes, and socks. Also - for wedding parties, with 5 paid rentals the groom's tux is FREE! Who doesn't love free stuff!?

3. What about destination weddings?

If you need an extended rental we offer a 2 week rental with the second week being half priced. That will ensure you have plenty of time to get the rental back to us with out having to pay late fees!

Give us a call or come by today if we can help you look sharp for your next big event 😊 www.amourbridaltexas.com

It is best to schedule a tux appointment - even if you are just getting measured to be sure we have someone on staff trained in measuring! 512-596-5683

You can also check out all the styles we have to offer by visiting the JFW site --> www.jimsformalwear.com !!

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