So you're about to be a bridesmaid, huh? Exciting stuff -- or so you thought.
When your friend asked you to be a member of her bridal party, you were so excited. You pictured playing dress up, getting your hair and makeup done, and partying the night the night away.
But before all that, you need to get your dress. Now, of course, the bride's wedding gown will take centre stage (and it should) but when it comes to making sure her day is perfect, the wedding party's dresses are just as important. And the only way to find the perfect bridesmaid dress is to go shopping, regardless of whether or not you want to.
Prepare yourself for weekends in bridal boutiques with (sometimes) annoying salespeople, catty quips from your fellow maidens, and disagreements upon disagreements. And don't forget about how much it's all going to cost.
But not to fret -- you'll get through it! And we're here to help you -- below are the absolute worst parts about shopping for a bridesmaid dress, so read up, and prepare yourself. You got this!
It's just a dress!
You wouldn't want to be caught with a visible panty line, now would you?
$300?! This is not what you (thought you) signed up for!
Containing your dislike is pretty hard.
Making things worse.
But, making decisions isn't your strong suit.
Catty comments will ensue.
Some people just love taking their time in the change rooms.
Be prepared to argue a lot.
Just dance it off!