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do your research
Before you start shopping, figure out what style you’re looking for. Your venue can help you narrow that down, suggests Mark Ingram of Mark Ingram Atelier. If you’re having a beachside wedding, you’ll probably want a flowy, unfussy gown. Getting married at an upscale hotel? A formal ball gown could be your dress. Also find out what silhouettes best suit your body shape. Then look through pictures of wedding dresses online and in magazines, and tear out or save your favorite styles. The Wedding LookBook by The Knot app is a great place to begin—you can search thousands of gowns by style and price and find local salons that carry them. Or browse our wedding dress marketplace for a list of salons in your area. Just remember: While lots
