I Got My Dress!

I don’t think I ever mentioned that I bought my dress!   I actually found it at Brides by Demetrios in Troy,  back in October.   It was my first and last day of dress shopping… (I really didn’t like dress shopping… there’s sooo many to choose from and there’s some really ugly – I’m talking UGLY ones out there.)  After hitting four or five salons, Demetrios was the last appointment of the day.  Everything I had tried on earlier was just ok.  And I was thinking, is this how it’s going to be?   Are my expectations too high?

Every weekend, Brides by Demetrios will have some sort of sale. Don't be afraid to ask what kind of deal you can get! The dress on the far right is the same as the dress below.

But, at Demetrios, I found several dresses that took my breath away.  And every time I tried on the next I was like, this could be it!  But, the moment I put on The One and the assistant cinched it into place, I just knew!  I literally sashayed out of the dressing room and my mom immediately teared up!  There was no doubt about it…. Funny, the dress was something that looked AWFUL on the rack.

Brides by Demetrios in Troy, Mich: I know from reading the Knot Detroit Message boards that Demetrios in Troy is hit or miss for service.  I personally had a fantastic experience!  Jackie took care of me and was wonderful and honest.   She also recommended dresses to me that I would have otherwise poo-pooed!    I suggest making an appointment with Jackie and going on any other day than Saturday.  Unlike many other Metro Detroit Bridal salons, they’re open on Sundays.  If Saturday is your only option, make a 4 p.m. appointment – there should be less chaos later in the day!  Purchasing Tip: You can always get a deal at Brides by Demetrios.  Like asking for 20 percent off the gown and veil if you pay in full.  Every weekend they have different deals.  And, if you register with them at a bridal show, you’ll get some sort of discounted coupon.

Because my wonderful fiance reads my blog, I will not be posting THE dress, but here’s the other two I was  considering…

Brides by Demetrios style 900 . I love the trumpet style dresses. And, never in a million years would I have considered lace, but it's so gorgeous.

Question:  How come they pose the bride model in such a way it detracts from the dress?  I don’t get it!  And, why do some bride models have outrageous hair and make-up?  I know fashion is fashion, but still… Come on!

Brides by Demetrios style 125. I would ditch the jacket and the hair! This image doesn't give the dress justice... And, the bride model's kinda scary!