Recently engaged and ready to find “the one”? You may be wondering when to start your search – we’re here to help!

Recently engaged and ready to find the one? Here’s exactly when to shop, what to expect, and how we’ll help you say yes stress-free.

TL;DR: Your Timeline Cheat Sheet

• 11+ months out: Best for made-to-order (full designer selection + custom options).
• 4–10 months out: Still great for made-to-order; build in time for alterations.
• 0-4 months out: Off-the-rack is your fastest path; we’ll tailor it to perfection.

The Big Day

The first step to figuring out what your ordering timeline is, is identifying your wedding date. You have so many options available to you, but they all depend on when you’re tying the knot!

12+ months until your big day

If your wedding is more than 11+ months away then made-to-order gowns are for you! A made-to-order gown means you try on the sample we have in store and then we are able to order a brand new dress from the designer in a size that best fits you. This could also be your opportunity to order a dress in a different colour than the sample, or perhaps with a fun customization!

12+ months is the perfect time to order a gown from any designer we carry and still have time for delivery and alterations; stress free. And who doesn’t want a little less stress while wedding planning?!

4-10 months until your big day

If your wedding is 4-10 months away you’re still able to select a made-to-order gown, but keep in mind that there may be rush fees depending on your wedding date and the designer. Rush fees bump your dress up the production queue to ensure it’s made to accommodate a tighter timeline.

Another helpful tip would be to ensure you have a tailor lined up and ready-to-go for when your dress arrives.

If that’s not your thing, you can always browse our off-the-rack collection!

Less than 4 months until your big day

If your wedding is less than 4 months away then off-the-rack gowns are for you!

You can browse from over 150 gowns all marked 15-70% off. These gowns may need a little extra TLC to get them wedding-day ready but we have a list of talented tailors that are up to the task!

PS

you can also check out these handy timelines to take you from shopping day to wedding day!

No matter when your big day is – we’re here to help you find your dream dress!

We can’t wait to shop with you!

xo