Let's talk about it, brides-to-be.
With bridal boot camps, endless Google searches for ways to lose weight before your wedding, and societal pressure to look a certain way, it's hard to stay on top of everything. We TOTALLY get it.
You wouldn't believe how many brides have broken down in the fitting room when trying on samples. It should be a joyful and exciting experience to find your wedding dress, get fitted, and all the other parts of the wedding planning process.
"The Bridal Body" is a term that has become popularized in recent years, referring to the notion that a bride-to-be should strive to attain a specific body type in preparation for her wedding day. This idea is perpetuated by magazines, social media, and even some wedding planners, who often promote the idea that a bride should look her absolute best on her wedding day.
While there is nothing wrong with wanting to look and feel confident on your wedding day, the pressure to achieve a certain ideal can lead to unhealthy behaviors and unrealistic expectations. The pressure to attain a "bridal body" can be particularly harmful for those who have a history of disordered eating or body dysmorphia. It’s crucial that brides prioritize their mental and physical health above all else, and seek support if they are struggling with body image issues. There is no one "perfect" body type, and trying to conform to a narrow standard can be detrimental to both physical and mental health.
And the reality is, EVERY BODY is a bridal body!
Body positivity is a movement that encourages individuals to embrace and love their bodies, regardless of size, shape, or appearance. It promotes self-love and acceptance and recognizes that everyone is beautiful in their own way. It’s SO important to remember that a wedding is about celebrating love and commitment between two people, not about conforming to societal beauty standards. Brides should feel empowered to embrace their unique bodies and focus on their overall health and well-being rather than obsessing over a number on a scale or a certain dress size.
On your wedding day, it's also important to remember that your body is a reflection of who you are as a person. It's a vessel that carries you through life, and it deserves to be loved and respected. Your partner loves you for who you are, not for how you look, and your wedding day should be a celebration of your love and your unique personality.
For over three decades, Mary’s has offered our brides an exceptional experience both in customer service and wedding dress selection. We want to make choosing a bridal gown as enjoyable as the day you walk down the aisle, and we’ll work with you relentlessly to find a gown that makes you see your beauty. Here’s the thing - you'll feel fabulous if you're wearing a well-fitting, high-quality garment. Feeling amazing will make you look amazing, so forget your insecurities.
Looking beautiful is a result of how you feel, not what you look like. The way you carry yourself changes when you wear something you feel gorgeous in. Confidence radiates from you when you wear something you FEEL beautiful in.
When people look at you on your wedding day, you want them to remember that about you. You will still be the same beautiful person when your great-grandchildren look at your wedding photos. There's nothing fake about it! Rather than some false representation of who you are that you tried to be on your wedding day, it's YOU.
Again, EVERY BODY is a bridal body, and there is no one "perfect" body type. Embracing your unique body and focusing on your overall health and well-being is crucial to feeling confident and beautiful on your wedding day. By celebrating the diversity of bodies and promoting body positivity, we can create a wedding industry that truly celebrates love and inclusivity.