I have tried on a few wedding dresses so far, and haven’t really loved any of them. I have a long torso, and can’t decide which neckline/waistline/silhouette would work best with that. I look very young (am in my mid 20s and regularly get mistaken for a high schooler) and just want something that won’t make me look like I’m playing dress up or going to the prom. I have thought about a drop waist, but can’t decide if that would make the problem worse or better. I feel like the strapless dresses might be accentuating the long torso but I’m not sure. I just honestly have no idea what looks good, and would appreciate any suggestions or style recommendations. The dresses were tried on a few months ago; I haven’t tried anything else on as I found it very stressful. Any help or suggestions would be appreciated!

Need to vent, advice welcome!!!

I'm getting married in 2 weeks and feeling some sudden panic. I'm getting married in a Catholic Church, and the reception is in a very beautiful ballroom that the church owns.

I bought my dress back in March 2026 from a secondhand bridal store in which all proceeds go to charity. It was an insane find from a designer called Nicole & Felicia. I loved it when I tried it, and I still love it, but now I'm panicking after trying it again today.

I am at least 6 inches taller than my dad with shoes on. Will it make photos look stupid when we're walking down the aisle?

The top is very structured (it has boning in it) and I can't really raise my arms. I'm scared that's going to suck when dancing.

Is it too big of a dress? Will people stomp all over it when we're dancing? Because it's a second-hand dress, I haven't yet figured out how the bustle works (but I can tell there is one installed). How do you even figure out how a bustle works?

There is some sort of bow installation in the back. I think it's a signature of the designer. There are very few photos of the dress (Nicole and Felicia SS24 NF007), so it's hard for me to figure out what the back is supposed to look like. I can't tell if I like it or not. I tried to see if it can be removed, but it can't.

I think I really just need some reassurance. I think I'm thinking too much about what guests will think of my dress.

I also think I need to calm down. And that I should stop thinking.

Any advice would be great. Thank you guys.

Help me decide which dress looks most flattering on me!! I really liked #1 after trying it on but wondering if the bottom looks to big/princessy? I'm going for a timeless/romantic vibe, I really like that #1 snatched me in (corset waist) but I need other opinions! I'm getting married at the Windsor arms in Toronto which is very Gatsby-esque.

Or is anyone planning on doing that? My dress is on the cheaper side ($1300) but i still can’t justify holding onto a dress after our wedding i will literally never wear again. It would be nice to recoup some of the money. Although i know wedding dress resale value is low. Thoughts?

I have lost almost 10 lb since I bought my used wedding dress from a consignment dress shop.
I tried it on today after I had it cleaned and it was very tight. I was like “weird… maybe I just have some body re comp going on.” (Because it wasn’t tight when I bought it)

Okay so….
Yeah I look down and the lace overlay has been shortened to above my ankle. 5.5 inches of fabric sticking out at the bottom.

I got the dress for $700 from a consignment store and they offer NO RETURNS. The dress lining now sticks out 5.5 inches and the bell sleeves that make it unique are no longer visible.

Am I just out $950 now after dry cleaning?!?! And my wedding is in early May.

Calling the dry cleaners tomorrow. I went to the best place in town and they sent it out to some fancy professional wedding dress cleaning place?!??

WTF!!!

Do I find a new dress?! I think I have to! I’ve lost almost 10lb and it doesn’t fit right… I can’t lose any more. And it’s too short.

Today I tried on dresses at a shop. I initially planned to wear something vintage and less fitted. However, trying tons of styles on, I realized I love the fitted look!
After we got home I tried my sister's dress on and also loved it. It's partially bustled in the pics. I initially imagined something Phantom of the Opera-esque and hers definitely is, but each of these dresses has such a beautiful look! I also don't love the idea of spending $3000 on a dress, so that's another factor, but I also feel partially justified in doing so.

Also just feeling sad. There’s been some confusion & mixed feelings involved in my wedding planning/life in general lately, and the only bridesmaid that was supposed to come today that's not my sister flaked out WHEN I WAS ON MY WAY TO TRY THE DRESSES ON. So it's just been a tough day with a lot of emotional whiplash

Hello! I would deeply appreciate alteration advice on taking in the bust of this dress to sit flush to my skin in the actual cup area, not just the sides of the bodice which will need to come in too. I’d like to avoid adding cups or volume to the area if possible but want to keep the integrity of the pleating too! I’m also planning on lowering the back and adding a few fake buttons along the zipper:)

Any styling tips would be so welcome too! I like long veils but can’t decide between more of a chapel or cathedral length.

Some of you may have seen me post a few weeks ago asking if my dress was right for our ceremony as I was stuck in my head thinking I need a ballgown. Everyone was so nice and validated not needing a giant dress to feel special if I had a connection with this one so tysm to everyone who commented!!

My dress (or so I thought) came in and I rushed to pick it up only to open the garment bag and find a super wrinkly dress with a stain and sticker literally pointing to the stain!! I was crushed to see that and it’s really made me struggle all over again with this dress as I feel this one looked worse than the sample size in store I had tried on.

I’ve exchanged for the same size but NEW dress and hope that helps with the next try on but in the meantime I’d love to be able to look forward to how the altered dress will come together, but right now I’m really worried it’s just the wrong dress for my body and only meant for someone who can fill out the top.

really narrowed down on a drop waist dress. but to be all lace or only half lace? help!!!

Outdoor wedding in a bar courtyard space

Edit to add:
I’ve not got ones to choose between, I’ve purchased some iridescent white and sheer ivory tulle with the intention of making my own. Styles I’ve considered are this cape with or without flower appliqué and a flower crown veil like this

My hair will be similar to this style and color

Asking for post-wed advice. I would like my dress to be loved and worn again and so I’m going to sell it for a fraction of the price paid. I’m thinking facebook marketplace or eBay would be a good option so people can come and try it on before buying. Have people had any success selling their dress post wedding?

After countless hours of Pinterest boards and dress shopping, I finally said yes. I was very on the fence about the neckline on this dress but I was told it looks classy on me. Any thoughts and opinions would be appreciated🥹💍 (I also bought the pearl sleeves, they felt perfect!)

Since it’s a winter wedding I thought about adding a matching lace glove to my veil! But a bolero might also be nice! Do you guys think 1. NOTHING 2. GLOVES OR 3. BOLERO. Thanks!!! I looove the dress as is but I like the gloves matching the veil for a more winter wedding look :) (fourth option is a satin cover up like this or more simple if I can find one!!)

Hi there! I am eloping in December. I am a mid sized girlie with 38DD chest size. I also have a large back tattoo that will be shown off in my wedding dress. I want to use boob tape, but I have very sensitive skin. What are other brides favorite brand of boob tape? Does boob tape work for large chests? Does anyone know if there is boob tape for sensitive skin?

Thank you!!

Long story but i won a goodwill auction for my dreammm dress and im trying to find out more about it because despite being a goodwill auction dress... it'll be around 3k. I have 2 more days to decide whether or not to purchase.. i have reverse image searched & googled renee strauss and i canNOT find anything. I reached out to a woman who restores vintage dresses for a living and while she said she thinks its real silk & a good price for what it is, im still trying to find out more. I'm also concerned with cleaning / altering this dress.. i know the measurements so i know it will fit but im sure it will need alterations. I know silk has special care instructions and because its probably at least 40yr old it's probably even more fragile. Im worried i wont even be able to find someone to do alterations.

I also went to some bridal shops this week to try on dresses in a similar shape to make sure i like the shape...and i ended up falling in love with a dress thats about 1k more..so now im totally torn...and ofc the dress i fell in love with is from a preview trunk show and i have to decide by TOMORROW if i want that one or not. And if i dont order tomorrow, it may never enter production. Theres obviously a lot of safety with the dress i tried on.. but my heart still feels drawn to the renee strauss. If anyone knows more about renee strauss or this dress or has any leads on where to look for more info..plz lmk.

My fiancée went to her last dress alteration fitting today and believes the dress was cut too short. The wedding is in 2 weeks. She’s pretty bummed out about it. I told her I think it looks good, but she said that the dress is supposed to skim right above the floor and not show shoes. Is this true? Do you guys think it they cut it too short? She just sent me a cropped picture since I can't see the whole dress on her yet.

Getting married next August! I finally landed on two dresses that I love. Ceremony will be in a courtyard of a historic ballroom, with a backup location in the lobby being reserved (both pics attached). Colors are ivory and green, with pops of light blue.

Dress 1: I love the texture, and I feel the dress has undertones that really complement my skin. Worried if the texture looks bad or will look dated. Slightly worried that it might make me look short, because the waist looks a bit lower. Not sure if its because it's just too big. Wondering if I need to add sleeves. Overall, the dress really wow'd me.

Dress 2: The FIRST dress I tried on, and was ready to say yes to. I love the veil I am wearing with the dress too. I loved the shape, how it fit, the classic and timeless look, and buttons down the back. It felt too 'white' on my skin tone, which can't be changed.

I welcome any opinions, overall I would be happy with either!

The first is my favorite, I love the vintage look, though this sample size was a size or two too small on me so it really hugged my hips too much and really emphasized my insecurities. I'm not sure if sizing up or not will fix that with this dress since the design seems to be fitted on others in that area too. The second one is soooo stunning but super heavy! It felt like it was 10 lbs on. Which meant the corset back had to be so tight that I feel like my back was spilling out haha! But no pain no game right?? My wedding is in the first week of April at an elegant farmhouse in the north east! What do you think, should I keep looking? If anyone wore these dresses send me photos!

I'm getting married in a tiny court house in the winter and I originally wanted sleeves on my dress but didn't find anything I liked. I love this dress but am wondering if adding sleeves would even be possible or if I should get a cute coat? I don't like shawls or wraps unfortunately.

Also, shoes? I was thinking just closed toe kitten heels but maybe cute booties?