How Many Wedding Dresses Should I Try On?
- Brynn and Katrina Planning
- Jul 6
- 2 min read
Why “More” Isn’t Always Better (and How to Know When It’s Enough)
If you’ve spent any time on TikTok lately, you’ve probably seen brides trying on dozens (even hundreds!) of gowns - hopping from shop to shop, chasing a magical moment that never quite arrives.
But here’s the truth: trying on every dress in the area doesn’t help you find the one - it usually just makes the decision harder.
As one of the top-rated bridal shops in Northeast Indiana, we believe your dress shopping experience should be joyful, not overwhelming. Here’s how many dresses to try on and when it’s time to say yes.
👗 So… How Many Dresses Should You Try On?
Most brides find “the one” within their first 6 to 10 gowns.
Some say yes to the very first dress they try on. Others need to compare a few top contenders side by side. But once you’ve tried on 10+ styles with a skilled stylist guiding you - you’ve likely seen enough to recognize what you love (and what you don’t).
🚩 When You Try on Too Many Dresses…
Trying on 30, 40, or 50+ gowns sounds fun - but in reality, it often leads to:
Decision fatigue (“Now I don’t even know what I like anymore.”)
Emotional burnout (“That one I loved? I forget what it looked like.”)
Missed moments (“I loved one of those dresses, but now it’s blurred into all the others.”)
At Columbia City Bridal, we’ve helped many brides who came to us after hopping from shop to shop - frustrated, confused, and emotionally drained.
They often tell us:
“I wish I had just come here first.”
🧘♀️ Trust the Process
We help guide you through your appointment with purpose - not pressure. Your Basic Bridal Appointment includes:
A personal intake form to learn your style ahead of time
Thoughtfully selected gowns pulled just for you
A calm, private setting with only one bride at a time
A stylist who helps you compare and reflect - not overwhelm you
We won’t rush you, but we won’t drown you in options either. Because finding your dream dress shouldn’t feel like a full-time job.
💍 You Don’t Win Anything by Trying on 100 Dresses
This isn’t about “winning” a dress-hunting game. It’s about feeling beautiful, confident, and excited in the gown you’ll wear down the aisle. When that feeling hits - it’s okay to say yes. Even if it’s dress #1. Even if you didn’t go to 5 stores first.
📍Shopping for Wedding Dresses in Indiana?
At Columbia City Bridal, we offer a curated, stress-free experience with both off-the-rack and special order gowns. No pressure. No chaos. Just honest help in a space made for you.
Find your yes ... without the burnout.
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