Let’s face it. There just aren’t too many gothic wedding dress stores around, right? Don’t think that you have to settle, however. If you want a gothic wedding dress, you can have one!
Order Online
You should be able to find several online gothic stores, but be careful and use caution before you buy. Check out their return policy. Be sure and read the small print concerning guarantees and shipping charges. Keep in mind that you may have to pay someone local to do a few alterations once you receive the dress. Add that possible expense to your budget.
Sew It Yourself
Are you an accomplished seamstress? If so, who better to sew your dress than you? If you aren’t completely confident in your sewing skills, however, you may want to rethink this idea. Fabrics are expensive, and if you make a mistake, you may have to buy more material, which means an additional expense to your budget.
Hire a Seamstress
One of the best ideas is to commission your gothic wedding dress to be done by a reputable seamstress. You should find someone whom you can work closely with. You should plan on meeting several times during the construction of your dress. Changes in measurements, fit, and style can be handled easily if your seamstress lives nearby.
Designing Your Gothic Wedding Dress
Before you can find the perfect gothic wedding dress, you’ll need to decide just what features you prefer. Do you want the dark, underworld look of vampires and witches, or would you prefer a more Celtic take on gothic, with rich fabrics and a variety of deep colors? Do you like long, flowing skirts, or would you prefer to show some leg in lace or webbed black hose and a skin-tight black or red dress? Do you want a Victorian neckline or a plunging bodice?
• Visit your local library to check out books on gothic costumes, Medieval styles, and Celtic attire.
• Check out various Internet sites for more ideas on colors and styles.
• Visit local clothing stores that feature gothic and period clothing.
• Stop by a fabric store, and take a look at the pattern books. Most fabric stores have a wide variety of dress patterns, and if you are going to have a seamstress make your wedding dress, you’ll need to pick out a pattern, or even two.