The notion of shopping for a wedding dress usually affects brides in one of three ways. They’re either excited about the experience, uncertain and hope to get through the ordeal without getting their feathers ruffled, or they’re a pile of nerves and expectations so much so that the mere mention of “gown” causes a visceral sense of dread. No matter where you fall on the spectrum, these tips should help you to cross the threshold of the dress shop with confidence, ready to have the best shopping day of your life!