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Wedding Dress Shopping: The Ultimate Guide to Perfect Undergarments (What to Wear & What to Skip)

Hey there, bride-to-be!

As a bridal stylist who’s helped countless women find their dream dress, I’m gonna spill all the tea about what to wear underneath during your dress shopping adventures. Trust me, the right undies can make or break your experience!

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The Basics: What You Absolutely Need

Listen, I know talking about underwear isn’t the most glamorous part of wedding planning, but it’s super important. Here’s the deal:

Underwear is Non-Negotiable
  • You MUST wear underwear (yeah, I’m looking at you, free spirits!)
  • Go for nude, seamless styles
  • Make sure it gives good coverage
  • Skip the cute pink polka dots – they’ll show through white dresses

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The Bra Situation

Here’s something that might surprise you – you probably don’t need a fancy bra for try-ons! Most wedding dresses have:

  • Built-in support
  • Structured bodices
  • Special cups sewn right in

But if you’re more comfortable with extra support, bring:

  • A nude strapless bra
  • Sticky boob cups (those adhesive thingies)
  • A regular nude bra

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Shapewear: To Wear or Not to Wear?

Real talk – if you normally rock shapewear and it makes you feel confident, bring it! Just make sure it’s:

  • Lightweight
  • Nude colored
  • Not super tight (you don’t want visible lines!)

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What to Leave at Home

Trust me on these – skip:

  • That gorgeous lacy bridal lingerie
  • Bright colored anything
  • Heavy duty compression wear
  • Complicated corsets

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Pro Tips from Someone Who’s Been There

I’ve seen it all in the fitting room, and here’s what really works:

  1. Get a proper bra fitting before shopping
  2. Bring your planned undergarments to alterations
  3. Ask your consultant about specific dress requirements
  4. Don’t stress about having everything perfect for the first appointment

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The Bottom Line

Your wedding dress shopping experience should be fun and stress-free! Keep your undergarment game simple and neutral, and focus on finding that perfect dress that makes you feel amazing.

Remember, we’ve helped tons of brides figure this stuff out – don’t be shy about asking questions or needing help. That’s literally what we’re here for!

Now go forth and find that dream dress, knowing you’re properly prepared underneath it all!

(And seriously, don’t forget those nude undies – you’ll thank me later!)

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