A Day in the Life: A David’s Bridal Wedding Advisor

When we found out our very own Michelle Y. was getting hitched (woo-hoo!) , the subject about here was that the dress, the dress. All this talk got me thinking: What is a day in the life span of a sales associate at a wedding gown store like? We already know the bride-to-be is full of tons of emotion, but does anybody ask the associate is currently holding up? (Yeah, people say I’m too nice, but I’m just a super affectionate fashionista, that is all.

To discover, I grabbed up with Crystal Jeffers, who’s been a wedding advisor at the Clearwater, Fla.. David’s Bridal for 10 decades. She has dressed thousands of ladies so, of course, she’s seen a great deal. From dealing with potentially awkward,”how does this look on me?” Moments to why working there could leave her gym membership futile, she gave the scoop–plus some great tips and style observations to boot.

First I would like to give a shout out to David’s Bridal, because they GET it. They understand most of us have offer options and therefore, different budgets. Additionally, I admit to being partial (I got my wedding dress at DB years back and have memories I will always cherish). “I really like supporting the bride on a budget since I know I will find her that particular gown,” says Jeffers. “While we do have designer brands like Oleg Cassini and White from Vera Wang, our DB studio collection has amazing dresses for under $249.”

Sigh. We’re lovin’ this.

Thus, without further ado, let’s get to it. Crystal talks about exactly what she believes, beginning and how she copes. . .now.

A Day in the Life Span of a David’s Bridal Advisor

Move Over, Jillian Michaels

David’s Bridal Wedding Consultant Crystal Jeffers (yup, she has toned arms, all right) and husband Michael.

Crystal would like to make one thing clear. Her job is nothing like those”bridezilla” shows. Instead, it’s about how she enjoys the”opportunity to be a part of the big moment. It is a thrilling rollercoaster of emotions,” she says. “The best part is when the bride discovers her dream dress.”

Along with providing helpful tips based on her expertise and excitement within the day, she’s… wait for it… becoming a rockin’ bod from the process. Wedding consultants might be placing Jillian Michaels to pity.

“I think people would be amazed to understand that I get this type of workout daily,” Jeffers told me. “I now have incredibly powerful upper arms from taking dresses forth and back to dressing rooms. It is almost like I do not require a gym membership!”

Does this Dress create my Butt Look Big?

Uh-oh.

And we thought that the men in our lives were the only ones plagued with this dead-end question. Well, wedding advisers often have similar moments in which they see the bride-to-be strut her giddy self in something, shall we say, hoochie-mamma cozy ill-fitting.

Awwwkwaaaard.

How can a partner say,”Sweetie, it is sooo not working for you” without, well, saying it? As a client, I have often wondered about it, having observed plenty of women emerge from a department store fitting room as though they’re all that (yeah, in a different universe( possibly ). So, how does a wedding advisor deal?

“I look at the bride’s saying as well as the expressions of her family and friends,” says Jeffers. “Then I start to narrow the choices by inquiring what she likes and dislikes about this particular gown. I would never be negative to a bride through a few of the most crucial moments of her life. I would assure her that we have her special gown that she will fall in love with.”

Have Fun (and also an Open Mind) When Looking for”The One”

Obtaining a dress can be overwhelming. So many options, so little time. Such pressure.

Whoa… cool, will ya?

First,”Each bride should come in comfy and ready to have a good time,” says Jeffers. She’s absolutely right. This will be enjoyable, women, and therefore don’t lose sight of that.

Secondly, Jeffers recommends checking out the Internet site for style inspiration of the store. “This will give the consultant an idea about what to put together to your bride-to-be’s trip. Also, keep an open mind” She explained that the consultant could have suggestions that, while they might not be exactly what the bride would typically gravitate towards, could really become an”a-ha!” Design moment. Who knows? It might become THE one.

Right again. I can not tell you how many times friends have urged me to break out of my shell that is solid-color when I’m in the department store. When I try wow, on a blueprint, I wind up enjoying it. So trust your salesperson. Fresh advice can go a long way.

Finally, brides should not continue shopping after they have found”the one” (um, metaphorically AND literally, ladies). Jeffers says controlling the hunt could be confusing, filling the bride’s head without doubt. Bottom line? Follow your heart. She suggests purchasing your dress because it may not be there tomorrow, if you have found the one of your fantasies.

To Veil or not to Veil?

Exactly like gown designs change through time (right now, Jeffers says that the sweetheart neckline is the most popular fad ), so do veil preferences.

“When I began working in David’s Bridal 10 years back, each bride I worked asked for a full headdress like a veil, blusher and tiara,” Jeffers clarified. “At the moment, this is exactly what all of the major magazines were dressing their versions in. It was quite common.”

“Today, some of my brides are unsure about the traditional veil. But once I explain the significance of the veil and it’s not simply something that an old relative wore when she got married, brides started warming to the thought.”

It also helps that Crystal does not just talk the talk. She gets into it.

“I start by putting veils on for pleasure. I love the veil so that she can see the entire image,” she states.

“It really has got the brides involved”

Not before long, requests for colored hair clips or Russian tulle blushers are all currently flowing .

Here Comes the Bridesmaids

Secret: I used to cringe when I had been asked to be a lady. Alright, more for a bad case of room-spinning anxiety. My over-imaginative mind whipped up of slipping to a hot-pink thoughts – -‘n’color combo with shoulders that are pouffy. Thank good for the advice of Crystal:

“Find a dress for your bridal party that they can wear . No one wants to invest in a dress they won’t ever use ,” she says. “Especially in light of the economy, deciding upon a wear-again style is going to be a major hit among the bridal party.”

Whew. No more pouffy shoulders. Amen to that, Crystal. Amen.

What experiences have you had shopping for your own gown, or as a bridesmaid?