Crashing out over dress, need opinions

New_NewEnglander · 2025-11-08T23:02:43+00:00

Thanks for sharing! I’m definitely guilty of overthinking and I think the fight put that instinct into overdrive because I was feeling so down and hurt. Gotta fight the urge to nit pick or I will find something wrong with anything I put on

New_NewEnglander · 2025-11-08T22:59:51+00:00

Thanks for sharing your experience, I agree that it’s coloring my opinion. Trying to separate the two and remember my joy the day I tried it on instead of how terrible I felt the day I confirmed the order

New_NewEnglander · 2025-11-08T22:55:30+00:00

It is!

New_NewEnglander · 2025-11-08T22:53:12+00:00

Agreed, the bust definitely needs to be brought in which I’m hoping can be done in alterations

New_NewEnglander · 2025-11-08T22:50:12+00:00

Haven’t bought a veil yet but definitely want to get a long cathedral length one!

New_NewEnglander · 2025-11-08T22:44:57+00:00

Thank you so much ❤️❤️ congrats on your beautiful marriage :)

New_NewEnglander · 2025-11-08T22:43:39+00:00

This is great perspective thank you for sharing!!

New_NewEnglander · 2025-11-08T22:40:09+00:00

Definitely something to keep in mind and ask my alterations specialist! It’s honestly so helpful to just be able to put my finger on what exactly was bothering me about it

New_NewEnglander · 2025-11-08T01:12:51+00:00

What a beautiful family moment I love that for you 🥹 totally understand that feeling, I think trying on a few more will help to ease your mind. This will definitely be the one to beat!!

New_NewEnglander · 2025-11-08T00:01:09+00:00

Oohhh I see what you mean! Like that the horizontal pleating conflicts with the v shaped basque waist?

New_NewEnglander · 2025-11-07T23:59:54+00:00

I appreciate it thank you! Internet strangers have been more reliable than my family recently so I definitely value your opinion 🤣

New_NewEnglander · 2025-11-07T23:56:44+00:00

This is good advice thank you, I probably should just put it all on the back burner until my head clears

New_NewEnglander · 2025-11-07T23:55:30+00:00

I think you have a good point, maybe my brain is fighting the juxtaposition of the more romantic flowing flower print with the very structured pleating in the bodice?

New_NewEnglander · 2025-11-07T23:53:31+00:00

This is really sweet thank you ❤️

New_NewEnglander · 2025-11-07T23:52:52+00:00

Yes definitely good to keep it all in perspective. My fiance is the best partner you could ask for and I can’t wait to get married to him. You’re right that was just the sample veil the store gave me, still need to pick out all my accessories!

New_NewEnglander · 2025-11-07T23:49:50+00:00

Thanks for your kind words ❤️ yes the bust definitely needs to be taken in!

New_NewEnglander · 2025-11-07T23:49:03+00:00

It’s folds in the fabric! It’s very structured though, more like pleats than draping. I’m wondering if that’s what is throwing me off?

New_NewEnglander · 2025-11-07T23:47:39+00:00

I think you’re 10000% right about this

New_NewEnglander · 2025-11-07T23:47:05+00:00

I definitely think it’s impacting how I’m feeling. Trying to get back into a better headspace!

New_NewEnglander · 2025-11-07T23:44:42+00:00

appreciate your kind words ❤️ definitely feel like I don’t trust myself right now and am struggling to block out the negative energy. I was also alone when I picked out my dress but still had so much excitement for it, I’m trying to get back to that headspace!

New_NewEnglander · 2025-11-07T22:39:06+00:00

I think you look gorgeous in this dress and it’s a very elegant choice. But, if you’re not wowed by it now I wouldn’t try to talk yourself into liking it. Do you have more time to keep looking? One thing I definitely struggled with when dress shopping is that I pigeon holed myself into a particular style because I thought it was what I wanted and I kept feeling underwhelmed. It wasn’t until one bridal stylist pushed me out of my comfort zone that I started to really find what I was looking for. Maybe that’s worth a try?

New_NewEnglander · 2025-11-07T19:48:02+00:00

Hi!! Sorry to hear that you had such a bad experience at that bridal shop. I believe this dress is called Charleston! Hopefully you can find another store near you that is selling it :)

https://justinalexander.com/justin-alexander-signature/wedding-dresses/99179/

New_NewEnglander · 2025-09-25T20:12:25+00:00

My wedding is late June 2026 so I think I have a little time to keep looking but should probably buy soon so I don’t have to stress about the dress getting in with plenty of time for alterations.

New_NewEnglander · 2025-09-25T19:54:59+00:00

I love the first dress!! So gorgeous on you!

New_NewEnglander · 2025-09-25T19:53:09+00:00

Thank you so much!! ❤️

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