Lingerie

Underneath it All

We know how choosing the perfect wedding dress makes the bride, but what you wear underneath is just as important. Choosing lingerie that properly complements your dress can make all the difference in the world on how you look on your day, and even more importantly, how you feel. In fact, the first step after you choose your dress should be to find your “foundation”, otherwise known as your undergarments. Purchase them before your first fitting.

A foundation should be chosen to give you the support you need, but keep your comfort in mind as well. Consider a garment that you’ll also be able to move around and dance in on your special day.

When finding your foundation, let the experts at your lingerie or bridal salon guide you to what will work best with your dress style. They will help you wade through all that lingerie vocabulary like strapless, backless, bustiers, and garter belts and assist you in finding just what you need for your wedding day attire. There are almost as many styles of foundations as there are dress designs, and certain styles look better with different body types.

A foundation should be chosen to give you the support you need, but keep your comfort in mind as well. Consider a garment that you’ll also be able to move around and dance in on your special day. Some brides choose their wedding day lingerie with function foremost while others lead with their fashion instincts, often having a distinct style in mind. Make sure to choose your foundation well before your first fitting, as sometimes alterations may even need to be made to your foundation before it is ready to try with your dress.

Your wedding day undergarments are only the start, however, when it comes to lingerie shopping, as you’ll also want to look and feel your best on your honeymoon. Perhaps that’s why lingerie showers are making such a comeback. Many stores actually have a lingerie registry, which you’ll want to complete at least a few weeks before your shower. A lingerie registry takes the guesswork out of gift giving for your friends and family and allows you to have great lingerie that is completely your style. Not only can you register for fun and sexy pajamas for your honeymoon, but bras and panties to wear every day.