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PaintingTheRosesRed
Devoted April 2018

Going dress shopping alone...anyone else?

PaintingTheRosesRed, on September 25, 2016 at 12:59 PM

Posted in Style and Décor 63

I never realized how alone I truly am until today...I was in foster care so don't have much family to begin with. I only have 2 friends in the area that could go with me. One of them has plans today and the other one may not be coming with me. If you have read my other post, you know that my mother...

I never realized how alone I truly am until today...I was in foster care so don't have much family to begin with. I only have 2 friends in the area that could go with me. One of them has plans today and the other one may not be coming with me. If you have read my other post, you know that my mother is not involved much and may not even be invited to the wedding and my sister is out of state. I cannot invite SO's sisters as one is out of the country and the other one is not a very nice person. I feel like this is going to be the most depressing dress shopping experience I could ever imagine.

Anyone else go dress shopping on their own and enjoy themselves?

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  • Z
    Devoted November 2016
    Zena ·
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    I went alone for most of my wedding stuff. Kills out the extra opinions and gives the element of surprise. I bought the first dress I tried on. And can't wait to wear it

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  • P
    Dedicated July 2017
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    If you are in southern California I will go with you. I am in a VERY similar situation so I just took my daughter.

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  • TheHouseOfAllen
    Super October 2016
    TheHouseOfAllen ·
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    I took my bad self to try on dresses a few times. It worked out well. No pressure from family or friends and I got to try on what I wanted. I was also able to try on more dresses than typically allotted in the appointments, given that I didn't have entourage opinions slowing down the process. Embrace and enjoy the freedom!!!!

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  • N&J2018
    Devoted June 2018
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    I don't have any true friends anymore ESP since all I do is work and go to school raise my son. I need gfs ;(

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  • SpaceCadet
    Dedicated March 2017
    SpaceCadet ·
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    The consultants are really good about giving feedback, chitchatting during the appointment, listening to what YOU want out of a dress etc. I think it could be fun and relaxing to just go by yourself! Don't think of it being lonely, it will still be fun! Just think of this as YOUR time to have a good day. Maybe treat yourself to a coffee on the way, make it a fun day for yourself that no one can come in and ruin with unwelcome opinions or overwhelming advice!

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  • Anne
    Master June 2017
    Anne ·
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    I went alone and it was wonderful. I know what I like and I'm glad I didn't have a bunch of opinions to deal with. I said yes to the dress with a random DB employee. I thought about taking my daughter and my FSD but I decided to do it on my own. Best decision. Good luck. Enjoy the quiet.

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  • FutureFuji
    Devoted October 2017
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    I went dress shopping twice before finding the one. First time I went with my MOH and the second time I went alone. It wasn't a big deal to me. My mom lives across three country and most of my friends are in a diff state. I found my dress when I was alone and was super stoked regardless of having an entourage or not.

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  • Mrs.D
    Master July 2016
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    I'd go with you if you are near me!! Hugs, I went alone too!

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  • Diandra
    Super April 2017
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    I did!! I had the best time!!! I just didn't want the hassle of other people's opinions.

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  • mlw
    Master December 2016
    mlw ·
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    I was in foster care too.... ((((HUGS)))) from one foster sister to another. You should post where you are and let these ladies be there for you, if they/we can.

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  • Melissa
    Super December 2016
    Melissa ·
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    I'm in NJ I'll go with you!

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  • Sarah
    Super May 2017
    Sarah ·
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    Im in the DC area! I would go with you Smiley smile

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  • Sarahmouche
    Master January 2017
    Sarahmouche ·
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    I'm in new England if you're up north! Smiley smile

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  • Chip
    Master March 2018
    Chip ·
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    I rather go alone, going with people puts a lot of pressure on it.

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  • PaintingTheRosesRed
    Devoted April 2018
    PaintingTheRosesRed ·
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    Sorry for not posting sooner. I went to my appointment by myself. I ended up messaging with my sister and getting her opinion. It was a really great appointment. My consultant was great and she really listened to what I liked and what I didn't like. I enjoyed myself. I tried on a lot of dresses and found 2 that I really liked. Due to them being above my budget, I was not able to say yes. But I loved them so much. Going to find another boutique and see what I can find there. Thank you so much everyone! I really appreciate you all offering to come with me. It means so much. I have to say, this is such a loving and welcoming board. This has been proven to me time and time again. <3



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  • PaintingTheRosesRed
    Devoted April 2018
    PaintingTheRosesRed ·
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    I am in Arizona btw

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  • Suzie_Cue
    VIP August 2018
    Suzie_Cue ·
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    #foreveralone thats me. Both dresses look great on you. And let me add...your marrying your bestfriend right? That's all you need. Hugs!

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  • #vine
    Super August 2016
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    AHHHHHHH I love love love the tea length dress on you!!!!

    I am so glad you had a good experience. Smiley smile I did most of my wedding planning alone. FH were long distance while planning, and my family just wasn't involved. It was hard when I needed support, but the ladies here always made me feel better.

    We are here for you. I cannot wait to see your other choices.

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  • mlw
    Master December 2016
    mlw ·
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    Ooo, I agree I LOVE the tea length!!

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  • PaintingTheRosesRed
    Devoted April 2018
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    These were the other choices I had.


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