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11. Go Undercover
Bridal designers advise wearing undergarments in a tone close to your skin color. The more similar they are to your coloring, the less likely you'll see them through your dress.
12. Fit In Fittings
You'll probably have at least two or three fittings, which you'll schedule with the store when you purchase your gown; more may be necessary, so leave ample time before the wedding. You should also ask for a written alterations estimate at the time of purchase, since this service is not always included in the cost of your gown. If the store doesn't do its own alterations, ask the salesperson you've been working with to recommend a trusted tailor or seamstress.
13. Prewedding Poses
If you're planning to sit for a bridal portrait, you'll also want to find out if the store will let you borrow your gown for pictures, then return it to them for pressing so it will look fresh for your wedding.
14. Cover the Bases
Find out exactly how long it will take for your dress to come in, and be sure to pay with a credit card. For such a big purchase, you'll want to be able to dispute a payment just in case something goes wrong.