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Okay, so ready to dive into something kind of fun.

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It might seem, I don't know,

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light and bubbly on the surface,

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but it actually has a whole bunch of hidden etiquette.

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Being a guest at a wedding dress shopping trip.

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Ooh.

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You've probably seen the movies, right?

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The Champagne, the Happy Tears.

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But trust me, there's a lot more to it

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than meets the eye.

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Right.

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So today we're gonna give you all the info you need

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so you can be the best possible support system

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for your bride to be.

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Absolutely, and to do that,

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we're gonna go straight to the source.

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Yes.

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Daria Capaldi.

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Okay.

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Manager of Dariana Bridal & Tuxedo.

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That sounds fancy.

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She's amazing, a total expert in all things bridal.

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Okay.

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Her article, guest etiquette tips

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when wedding dress shopping.

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Is that right?

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On the Dariana Bridal & Tuxedo website.

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Got it.

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It's packed with insights.

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Yeah.

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From over a decade of her experience.

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And let me tell you,

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some of these tips are real eye-openers.

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Yeah.

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It's not just about gushing over every dress.

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There are some surprisingly common things

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that guests do that can actually hurt the bride.

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Oh, absolutely.

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It's a delicate balance between being supportive

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and letting the bride lead the way.

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One of the biggest things Daria stresses

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is letting the bride speak first.

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Interesting, okay.

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She actually tells the story about a bride

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who found the dress.

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Oh, wow.

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Came out beaming.

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Right.

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And the first thing a guest said was,

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I don't like that one at all.

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Oh.

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Imagine the deflation.

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Oh, yeah.

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That's got to sting.

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Right.

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And I bet it puts the bride on the defensive right.

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Oh, yeah.

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Like now she has to justify why she likes it.

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Exactly.

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Remember, she's already in a vulnerable position.

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You know, seeking validation from her loved ones.

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Sure.

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So that early negative feedback

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can really throw her off balance.

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Oh, yeah.

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Make her doubt herself.

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Totally, okay, that makes sense.

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Yeah.

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And then she's thinking about the flip side.

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What if the bride is clearly struggling to make a decision?

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Or seems to be gravitating towards a dress that,

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well, maybe isn't the most flattering.

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Is it ever okay to offer an opinion then?

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That's where it gets tricky.

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While honesty is important,

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Daria emphasizes being gentle with your words.

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Even when you're trying to be helpful.

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She says to focus on the dress,

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not the bride.

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So instead of saying,

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that dress makes you look boxy.

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You could try, that dress is kind of a little boxy.

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It's a subtle shift.

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Right.

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But it avoids making it a personal critique.

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Oh, I see, so it's like you're giving feedback

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on the design of the dress,

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not on how it looks on her.

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Exactly, and it's about knowing the bride too.

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Is she someone who wants your honest opinion,

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even if it's not sugarcoated?

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Or is she more sensitive and needs reassurance?

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You have to tailor your approach accordingly.

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You know, that reminds me of a time

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I went dress shopping with a friend.

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Do tell.

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Well, she was trying on this dress.

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Uh-huh.

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And it just wasn't doing her any favors.

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But she was so excited about it.

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I was like, how do I tell her?

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This is not the one.

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Without crushing her.

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That's the eternal dilemma.

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I did actually.

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Okay, good.

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I asked her, how do you feel in this dress?

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Uh-huh.

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You know what?

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What?

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She paused.

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And said, you know, now that you mention it.

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I don't feel as comfortable in it as I thought I would.

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Wow.

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So simply prompting her to reflect on her own feelings

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was enough to guide her in the right direction.

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It avoided any awkwardness or hurt feelings.

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That's a perfect example of how sometimes

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just a little nudge towards self-reflection

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can be more helpful than offering your own opinion.

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I like that.

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Okay, so we've talked about letting the bride speak first.

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Mm-hmm.

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Be mindful of our words.

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What's another key etiquette tip?

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Well, this one might seem obvious.

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But it's worth emphasizing.

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The bride guides the appointment.

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Got it.

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You're there to support.

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Not to take over.

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Yeah, I can totally see how that could go wrong.

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Like the overzealous friend who starts pulling dresses.

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That are way out of budget.

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Or insists on a veil.

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The bride said she doesn't want one.

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Precisely.

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Daria actually mentions guests.

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Really?

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Who try to dictate the entire appointment.

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Oh wow.

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Pulling dresses, the bride has no interest

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in pushing their own style preferences.

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Gotcha.

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On to her.

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It's all about respecting boundaries.

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Remembering that this is her moment.

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Right, it's her big day, not yours.

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And it's easy to get caught up in the excitement.

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Mm-hmm.

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Forget that.

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You have to be mindful of that power dynamic.

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Make sure we're not unintentionally

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steamrolling the bride.

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Totally.

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Daria gives some great advice.

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Oh yeah.

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On how to phrase things.

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Like instead of saying you have to try on a mermaid style.

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Right.

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You could ask, have you considered trying a mermaid style?

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I love that.

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It's a simple change.

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But it gives the bride control.

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Empowers her to make her own decision.

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Okay, so we've covered letting the bride speak first.

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Mm-hmm.

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Being careful with our words.

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Making sure we're not hijacking the appointment.

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What else should guests keep in mind?

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Well, this next one.

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Is something a lot of people don't realize.

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Oh no, what is it?

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Wedding dress sizing.

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Is different.

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Oh really?

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From regular clothing sizes.

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That's crazy.

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They know, right?

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I had no idea.

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Daria says wedding dresses typically run

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one to two sizes smaller.

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Wow.

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Than street clothes.

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And she tells this story.

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Uh-oh.

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About a plus size bride.

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Mm-hmm.

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Who was having a great time.

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Trying on dresses.

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Until a guest starts pulling size six gowns.

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Cringe.

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Talk about missing the mark.

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It just goes to show.

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That even with the best intentions.

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Guests can make some pretty major faux pas.

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If they're not aware of the nuances of bridal fashion.

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Okay, so what's the takeaway here?

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I think it's two-fold.

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First, be mindful of the bride size.

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Second, you know what will fit her.

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And second, if you're ever unsure.

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Uh-huh.

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Just defer to the bridal stylist.

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Oh, good point.

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They're the experts after all.

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Makes sense.

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All right, so we got the dress situation covered.

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Okay.

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But what about the emotional side of things?

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What are some tips for supporting the bride's feelings?

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That's a great question.

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It leads us to one of Daria's most important points.

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Don't steal a bride's moment.

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Ooh, I remember this part of the article.

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She talks about the bride who has found the dress.

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She's ready to say yes.

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Uh-huh.

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Then a guest chimes in with,

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you can't say yes now, you have to sleep on it.

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Talk about a buzzkill.

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Exactly, it's such a classic example

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of well-meaning but ultimately unhelpful advice.

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So why is that such a big no-no?

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Well, think about it from the bride's perspective.

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She's finally found the dress of her dreams.

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She's emotional.

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She's excited.

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She's ready to commit.

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And then someone throws a wrench in the works.

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Telling her to second-guess herself.

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Totally.

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That's like taking a pin.

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To her balloon of excitement.

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It totally takes away from that magical yes moment, right?

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Absolutely, and while it's true.

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Yeah.

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That some brides might benefit

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from taking some time to think things over.

293
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Sure.

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That decision should entirely up to them.

295
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It goes back to respecting her boundaries.

296
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Exactly.

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Pressing her judgment.

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Plus, as Daria points out,

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that initial yes moment is so special.

300
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Yeah.

301
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Even if she comes back later and buys the dress,

302
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it's not quite the same feeling.

303
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There's a certain magic that happens.

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Sure.

305
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In the moment when she's surrounded by her loved ones.

306
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Right.

307
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Makes that decision from the heart.

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Okay, so we've covered a lot of ground here.

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We have.

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We've talked about letting the bride speak first,

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being gentle with our words.

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Right.

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Respecting her boundaries.

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Yeah.

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Understanding the quirks of wedding dress sizing.

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Mm-hmm.

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And not stealing her moment.

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Right.

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Phew.

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That's a lot to keep in mind.

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It is, but it's all about being a supportive

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and thoughtful guest.

323
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Right.

324
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And thankfully, Daria gives us some super practical advice

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in the form of specific phrases

326
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to avoid helpful alternatives to use.

327
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Oh yeah, I was just getting to that.

328
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Okay.

329
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She has a whole section.

330
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It does.

331
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On cringe-worthy comments

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that guests should never say.

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Right.

334
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Like, you look fat in that.

335
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Oh my gosh.

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Or, your fiancee will hate that.

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Right.

338
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I mean, come on, people.

339
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No.

340
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Who actually says those things?

341
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Right.

342
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It's astonishing, but sadly, it happens more often.

343
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Oh wow.

344
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Than you might think.

345
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Okay.

346
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That's why Daria's advice is so valuable.

347
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Right.

348
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She gives us a roadmap for how to be encouraging.

349
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Yeah.

350
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Without crossing the line.

351
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So what are some of those cringe-worthy phrases

352
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we should avoid at all costs?

353
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Yeah.

354
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And more importantly,

355
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what are some better alternatives we can use instead?

356
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Right.

357
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We'll dive into those right after this quick break.

358
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That's good.

359
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All right, so let's get into some

360
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of those cringe-worthy phrases.

361
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Okay, yeah.

362
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One that Daria specifically calls out is,

363
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you look fat in that.

364
00:09:31,720 --> 00:09:32,560
Oh my gosh.

365
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I mean, seriously.

366
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Who says that?

367
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No.

368
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To a bride trying on wedding dresses.

369
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It's her wedding day.

370
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Right.

371
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She's supposed to feel beautiful and confident.

372
00:09:42,400 --> 00:09:43,480
Exactly.

373
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Last thing she needs.

374
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Right.

375
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And making her feel self-conscious about her body.

376
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And it's not just about being hurtful.

377
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No.

378
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It's also completely unhelpful.

379
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Yeah.

380
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It doesn't give her any constructive feedback

381
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about the dress.

382
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Right.

383
00:09:56,720 --> 00:09:58,400
Right, so what's a better way to approach it?

384
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Okay.

385
00:09:59,240 --> 00:10:01,560
If you're genuinely concerned about how a dress looks.

386
00:10:01,560 --> 00:10:04,920
Daria suggests focusing on how the dress fits.

387
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Or drapes.

388
00:10:05,920 --> 00:10:06,760
Okay.

389
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For example, instead of saying,

390
00:10:08,200 --> 00:10:10,040
that dress makes you look wide.

391
00:10:10,040 --> 00:10:10,880
Right.

392
00:10:10,880 --> 00:10:11,700
You could say something like,

393
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that dress seems a little snug in the hips.

394
00:10:13,800 --> 00:10:16,040
Do you feel comfortable moving around in it?

395
00:10:16,040 --> 00:10:17,840
Okay, yeah, that's much more tactful.

396
00:10:17,840 --> 00:10:18,680
Right.

397
00:10:18,680 --> 00:10:19,800
It's about being honest.

398
00:10:19,800 --> 00:10:20,640
Right.

399
00:10:20,640 --> 00:10:21,880
But also being kind and respectful.

400
00:10:21,880 --> 00:10:23,080
Exactly.

401
00:10:23,080 --> 00:10:25,200
Another phrase Daria says to avoid.

402
00:10:25,200 --> 00:10:26,040
Okay.

403
00:10:26,040 --> 00:10:27,760
Is, your fiancee will hate that.

404
00:10:27,760 --> 00:10:29,480
Ooh, that's a bad one.

405
00:10:29,480 --> 00:10:31,320
It's like you're bringing a whole other person's

406
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opinion into the mix.

407
00:10:32,440 --> 00:10:33,280
Yeah.

408
00:10:33,280 --> 00:10:34,360
Putting pressure on the bride.

409
00:10:34,360 --> 00:10:35,200
Right.

410
00:10:35,200 --> 00:10:36,040
To please someone else.

411
00:10:36,040 --> 00:10:38,520
The focus should be on what the bride wants.

412
00:10:38,520 --> 00:10:39,360
Right.

413
00:10:39,360 --> 00:10:40,240
How she feels in the dress.

414
00:10:40,240 --> 00:10:41,080
Exactly.

415
00:10:41,080 --> 00:10:42,480
It's her day, and she should be the one

416
00:10:42,480 --> 00:10:43,760
making the decisions.

417
00:10:43,760 --> 00:10:46,000
So what's a better way to phrase it,

418
00:10:46,000 --> 00:10:47,640
if you're concerned.

419
00:10:47,640 --> 00:10:48,480
Okay.

420
00:10:48,480 --> 00:10:50,400
That a dress might not, you know,

421
00:10:50,400 --> 00:10:53,440
be aligned with her, or the groom's overall vision.

422
00:10:53,440 --> 00:10:55,320
You could try something like,

423
00:10:55,320 --> 00:10:58,640
that dress is beautiful, but does it feel like you?

424
00:10:58,640 --> 00:11:01,160
Does it fit the style you've been envisioning

425
00:11:01,160 --> 00:11:02,960
for your wedding?

426
00:11:02,960 --> 00:11:03,800
I like that.

427
00:11:03,800 --> 00:11:05,840
Yeah, it gently prompts her to think.

428
00:11:05,840 --> 00:11:06,680
Right.

429
00:11:06,680 --> 00:11:07,500
About the bigger picture.

430
00:11:07,500 --> 00:11:08,340
Yeah.

431
00:11:08,340 --> 00:11:09,680
Without imposing your own opinions.

432
00:11:09,680 --> 00:11:11,800
I love that, it encourages her to reflect

433
00:11:11,800 --> 00:11:13,520
on her own vision for the day.

434
00:11:13,520 --> 00:11:15,640
Exactly, and that's what it's all about, right?

435
00:11:15,640 --> 00:11:16,480
Right.

436
00:11:16,480 --> 00:11:18,200
Helping the bride find a dress

437
00:11:18,200 --> 00:11:21,440
that makes her feel confident, beautiful.

438
00:11:21,440 --> 00:11:22,280
Right.

439
00:11:22,280 --> 00:11:23,640
And true to herself.

440
00:11:23,640 --> 00:11:27,040
Okay, so we've talked about some of the phrases to avoid.

441
00:11:27,040 --> 00:11:29,200
What are some positive, supportive things

442
00:11:29,200 --> 00:11:30,560
guests should say?

443
00:11:30,560 --> 00:11:33,080
Okay, Daria suggests focusing on

444
00:11:33,080 --> 00:11:35,280
how the bride feels in the dress.

445
00:11:35,280 --> 00:11:36,120
Okay.

446
00:11:36,120 --> 00:11:38,840
So instead of saying, that dress is amazing,

447
00:11:38,840 --> 00:11:41,400
you could ask, how do you feel in that dress?

448
00:11:41,400 --> 00:11:42,800
Does it make you feel beautiful?

449
00:11:42,800 --> 00:11:43,640
Yeah.

450
00:11:43,640 --> 00:11:45,200
Confident, like a bride?

451
00:11:45,200 --> 00:11:47,040
I see, it's all about her experience.

452
00:11:47,040 --> 00:11:47,880
Right.

453
00:11:47,880 --> 00:11:50,120
Not just our opinions on the dress itself.

454
00:11:50,120 --> 00:11:53,080
You can also offer specific compliments

455
00:11:53,080 --> 00:11:55,200
that focus on her best features.

456
00:11:55,200 --> 00:11:58,560
Like, that neckline really accentuates

457
00:11:58,560 --> 00:11:59,680
your beautiful shoulders.

458
00:11:59,680 --> 00:12:00,520
Well, yeah.

459
00:12:00,520 --> 00:12:04,240
Or that silhouette shows off your gorgeous curves.

460
00:12:04,240 --> 00:12:05,080
Those are great.

461
00:12:05,080 --> 00:12:06,920
Yeah, it's about celebrating her,

462
00:12:06,920 --> 00:12:08,160
making her feel special.

463
00:12:08,160 --> 00:12:10,120
Sometimes the best thing you can say is simply,

464
00:12:10,120 --> 00:12:12,840
I can see you getting married in that dress.

465
00:12:12,840 --> 00:12:14,680
Oh, I love that.

466
00:12:14,680 --> 00:12:18,320
Short, sweet, captures that magical feeling

467
00:12:18,320 --> 00:12:20,000
of finding the one.

468
00:12:20,000 --> 00:12:22,160
It acknowledges the emotion of the moment.

469
00:12:22,160 --> 00:12:23,000
Yeah.

470
00:12:23,000 --> 00:12:24,560
Without overwhelming the bride.

471
00:12:24,560 --> 00:12:25,400
Right.

472
00:12:25,400 --> 00:12:26,320
With a million opinions.

473
00:12:26,320 --> 00:12:27,800
All right, so we've covered a lot

474
00:12:27,800 --> 00:12:30,560
of the big picture etiquette tips.

475
00:12:31,480 --> 00:12:34,640
But Daria's article also has a bunch

476
00:12:34,640 --> 00:12:38,040
of smaller practical tips that can make a big difference.

477
00:12:38,040 --> 00:12:38,920
Absolutely.

478
00:12:38,920 --> 00:12:40,640
These are those little things

479
00:12:40,640 --> 00:12:43,080
that guests might not even think about,

480
00:12:43,080 --> 00:12:46,400
but can really enhance the day for everyone involved.

481
00:12:46,400 --> 00:12:48,440
Okay, hit me with those practical tips.

482
00:12:48,440 --> 00:12:50,760
First up, bring hair ties.

483
00:12:50,760 --> 00:12:51,880
Oh, that's a good one.

484
00:12:51,880 --> 00:12:54,720
It sounds simple, but it can be super helpful

485
00:12:54,720 --> 00:12:57,280
for the bride to be able to pull her hair back

486
00:12:57,280 --> 00:12:58,800
so she can see the neckline.

487
00:12:58,800 --> 00:13:00,720
Especially if she has long hair.

488
00:13:00,720 --> 00:13:01,560
Yeah.

489
00:13:01,560 --> 00:13:05,400
It can be hard to envision how a dress will look

490
00:13:05,400 --> 00:13:06,680
with her hair up or down.

491
00:13:06,680 --> 00:13:08,120
Exactly, another tip.

492
00:13:08,120 --> 00:13:08,960
Okay.

493
00:13:08,960 --> 00:13:09,800
Eat beforehand.

494
00:13:09,800 --> 00:13:10,840
Oh, that's important.

495
00:13:10,840 --> 00:13:12,880
Apparently hanger is a real thing.

496
00:13:12,880 --> 00:13:14,120
Yeah, I can totally see that.

497
00:13:14,120 --> 00:13:15,480
It's a long process.

498
00:13:15,480 --> 00:13:16,320
Yeah.

499
00:13:16,320 --> 00:13:17,840
It can be emotionally draining.

500
00:13:17,840 --> 00:13:20,240
You don't wanna be dealing with a rumbling stomach.

501
00:13:20,240 --> 00:13:21,240
No, no.

502
00:13:21,240 --> 00:13:23,280
On top of everything else.

503
00:13:23,280 --> 00:13:24,640
And it's not just about the bride.

504
00:13:24,640 --> 00:13:25,480
Right.

505
00:13:25,480 --> 00:13:27,040
If the guests are hungry and cranky,

506
00:13:27,040 --> 00:13:28,840
that can affect the whole vibe of the appointment.

507
00:13:28,840 --> 00:13:31,920
Right, so grab a snack before you head to the salon.

508
00:13:31,920 --> 00:13:32,760
Good tip.

509
00:13:32,760 --> 00:13:34,000
And speaking of vibes.

510
00:13:34,000 --> 00:13:34,840
Okay.

511
00:13:34,840 --> 00:13:37,840
Daria recommends keeping the guest list small.

512
00:13:37,840 --> 00:13:38,680
Oh, okay.

513
00:13:38,680 --> 00:13:40,040
Especially for the first appointment.

514
00:13:40,040 --> 00:13:40,880
Makes sense.

515
00:13:40,880 --> 00:13:43,120
Too many opinions can overwhelm the bride.

516
00:13:43,120 --> 00:13:44,800
Oh, I learned that one the hard way.

517
00:13:44,800 --> 00:13:46,160
Oh no, what happened?

518
00:13:46,160 --> 00:13:48,640
I once went dress shopping with a friend

519
00:13:48,640 --> 00:13:51,840
who brought her entire extended family.

520
00:13:51,840 --> 00:13:52,680
Oh my goodness.

521
00:13:52,680 --> 00:13:54,120
Just like a circus.

522
00:13:54,120 --> 00:13:55,160
Oh wow.

523
00:13:55,160 --> 00:13:56,440
Everyone had an opinion.

524
00:13:56,440 --> 00:13:59,280
My friend was so flustered trying to please everyone.

525
00:13:59,280 --> 00:14:00,120
Right.

526
00:14:00,120 --> 00:14:02,080
She completely lost sight of what she wanted.

527
00:14:02,080 --> 00:14:04,960
That's a perfect example of why it's so important

528
00:14:04,960 --> 00:14:07,320
to keep the group small and intimate.

529
00:14:07,320 --> 00:14:08,160
Right.

530
00:14:08,160 --> 00:14:09,000
At least for that initial appointment.

531
00:14:09,000 --> 00:14:09,840
Yeah.

532
00:14:09,840 --> 00:14:12,200
Allows the bride to feel more relaxed and focused.

533
00:14:12,200 --> 00:14:14,360
Well, that's a good number to aim for.

534
00:14:14,360 --> 00:14:16,800
Daria suggests two to three.

535
00:14:16,800 --> 00:14:17,640
Okay.

536
00:14:17,640 --> 00:14:19,200
Close friends or family members.

537
00:14:19,200 --> 00:14:21,040
Got it, keep it small and supportive.

538
00:14:21,040 --> 00:14:24,600
Yes, and here's one that might seem obvious.

539
00:14:24,600 --> 00:14:25,440
Right.

540
00:14:25,440 --> 00:14:26,280
But it bears repeating.

541
00:14:26,280 --> 00:14:27,100
Okay.

542
00:14:27,100 --> 00:14:29,840
Don't jump up for every dress the bride tries on.

543
00:14:29,840 --> 00:14:30,680
Right.

544
00:14:30,680 --> 00:14:31,640
Let'll guide the pace.

545
00:14:31,640 --> 00:14:32,680
It can be tempting.

546
00:14:32,680 --> 00:14:33,520
Right.

547
00:14:33,520 --> 00:14:35,080
To want to see her in every single dress.

548
00:14:35,080 --> 00:14:36,320
Oh yeah.

549
00:14:36,320 --> 00:14:38,760
But it's important to respect her energy levels.

550
00:14:38,760 --> 00:14:39,600
Exactly.

551
00:14:39,600 --> 00:14:41,240
Let her take breaks when she needs them.

552
00:14:41,240 --> 00:14:42,200
It's her day.

553
00:14:42,200 --> 00:14:43,040
Yeah.

554
00:14:43,040 --> 00:14:44,160
She should set the pace.

555
00:14:44,160 --> 00:14:45,000
Makes sense.

556
00:14:45,000 --> 00:14:48,200
Another important tip, don't go into the fitting room.

557
00:14:48,200 --> 00:14:49,040
Oh, okay.

558
00:14:49,040 --> 00:14:49,860
Unless you're invited.

559
00:14:49,860 --> 00:14:51,440
That seems pretty self-explanatory.

560
00:14:51,440 --> 00:14:52,680
You'd be surprised.

561
00:14:52,680 --> 00:14:53,520
Yeah.

562
00:14:53,520 --> 00:14:55,560
How many people overstep that boundary.

563
00:14:55,560 --> 00:14:56,400
Wow, okay.

564
00:14:56,400 --> 00:15:00,080
The fitting room is the bride's private space.

565
00:15:00,080 --> 00:15:00,920
Sure.

566
00:15:00,920 --> 00:15:02,120
To get dressed and feel comfortable.

567
00:15:02,120 --> 00:15:03,640
It's important to respect that.

568
00:15:03,640 --> 00:15:05,840
So hands off the fitting room door.

569
00:15:05,840 --> 00:15:06,680
Exactly.

570
00:15:06,680 --> 00:15:08,560
Unless you're specifically asked to come in.

571
00:15:08,560 --> 00:15:11,280
And finally, one of the most important

572
00:15:11,280 --> 00:15:13,560
practical tips Daria offers.

573
00:15:13,560 --> 00:15:14,400
Okay.

574
00:15:14,400 --> 00:15:16,440
Is to trust the stylist.

575
00:15:16,440 --> 00:15:17,280
Oh yes.

576
00:15:17,280 --> 00:15:18,920
They're the experts after all.

577
00:15:18,920 --> 00:15:20,160
Let them do their job.

578
00:15:20,160 --> 00:15:21,000
Exactly.

579
00:15:21,000 --> 00:15:23,480
Resist the urge to micromanage the appointment.

580
00:15:23,480 --> 00:15:27,040
Trust the process and let the stylist work their magic.

581
00:15:27,040 --> 00:15:28,920
Okay, so we've covered a lot of ground here.

582
00:15:28,920 --> 00:15:29,760
We have.

583
00:15:29,760 --> 00:15:31,280
From big picture etiquette tips.

584
00:15:31,280 --> 00:15:32,120
Right.

585
00:15:32,120 --> 00:15:35,660
To practical advice on how to be a supportive

586
00:15:35,660 --> 00:15:36,840
and helpful guest.

587
00:15:36,840 --> 00:15:37,680
Yes.

588
00:15:37,680 --> 00:15:39,580
At a wedding dress shopping trip.

589
00:15:39,580 --> 00:15:41,880
And I think the key takeaway here

590
00:15:41,880 --> 00:15:44,520
is that it's all about being mindful and respectful.

591
00:15:44,520 --> 00:15:45,360
Yeah.

592
00:15:45,360 --> 00:15:46,200
Of the bride's experience.

593
00:15:46,200 --> 00:15:47,020
Absolutely.

594
00:15:47,020 --> 00:15:49,720
It's her day and we're there to celebrate her.

595
00:15:49,720 --> 00:15:50,560
Right.

596
00:15:50,560 --> 00:15:51,840
Help her find the dress of her dreams.

597
00:15:51,840 --> 00:15:53,960
So next time you're invited to a wedding dress

598
00:15:53,960 --> 00:15:55,200
shopping extravaganza.

599
00:15:55,200 --> 00:15:56,240
Oh.

600
00:15:56,240 --> 00:15:57,080
Remember these tips.

601
00:15:57,080 --> 00:15:57,900
Yes.

602
00:15:57,900 --> 00:15:59,280
You'll be the MVP guest for sure.

603
00:15:59,280 --> 00:16:00,120
You got it.

604
00:16:00,120 --> 00:16:00,940
But before you go.

605
00:16:00,940 --> 00:16:01,780
Okay.

606
00:16:01,780 --> 00:16:04,520
We have one final thought provoking question.

607
00:16:04,520 --> 00:16:05,600
Ooh, I like it.

608
00:16:05,600 --> 00:16:06,740
For you to ponder.

609
00:16:06,740 --> 00:16:07,580
Yeah.

610
00:16:07,580 --> 00:16:08,880
We've talked about all the things you shouldn't do

611
00:16:08,880 --> 00:16:11,200
as a guest at a wedding dress shopping trip.

612
00:16:11,200 --> 00:16:12,120
Right.

613
00:16:12,120 --> 00:16:13,120
But now I'm curious.

614
00:16:13,120 --> 00:16:13,960
Okay.

615
00:16:13,960 --> 00:16:15,000
What's one thing you can do.

616
00:16:15,000 --> 00:16:15,840
Yeah.

617
00:16:15,840 --> 00:16:17,960
To be like an amazing guest.

618
00:16:17,960 --> 00:16:19,880
That truly supportive friend.

619
00:16:19,880 --> 00:16:20,720
Right.

620
00:16:20,720 --> 00:16:22,560
Who makes the experience even more special.

621
00:16:22,560 --> 00:16:24,160
That's such a great question.

622
00:16:24,160 --> 00:16:25,000
Right.

623
00:16:25,000 --> 00:16:28,580
Is it about being the person who keeps the energy

624
00:16:28,580 --> 00:16:30,420
positive and fun.

625
00:16:30,420 --> 00:16:31,260
Yeah. Yeah.

626
00:16:31,260 --> 00:16:33,840
No matter what dresses get tried on.

627
00:16:33,840 --> 00:16:38,840
Or is it about being that quiet calming presence.

628
00:16:38,920 --> 00:16:39,760
Right.

629
00:16:39,760 --> 00:16:42,280
For a bride who might be feeling overwhelmed.

630
00:16:42,280 --> 00:16:45,080
Maybe it's being the one who remembers to bring the snacks.

631
00:16:45,080 --> 00:16:46,520
Oh, that's a good one.

632
00:16:46,520 --> 00:16:47,760
Cause let's be real.

633
00:16:47,760 --> 00:16:49,880
Hangers can strike at any moment.

634
00:16:49,880 --> 00:16:51,280
You know, you're absolutely right.

635
00:16:51,280 --> 00:16:53,240
Sometimes the most supportive thing you can do

636
00:16:53,240 --> 00:16:55,640
is anticipate the bride's needs.

637
00:16:55,640 --> 00:16:56,480
Right.

638
00:16:56,480 --> 00:16:58,240
Before she even realizes she has them.

639
00:16:58,240 --> 00:16:59,080
Yeah.

640
00:16:59,080 --> 00:17:00,280
A little foresight goes a long way.

641
00:17:00,280 --> 00:17:01,120
It really does.

642
00:17:01,120 --> 00:17:03,640
I think it's also about being present.

643
00:17:03,640 --> 00:17:04,720
Putting your phone away.

644
00:17:04,720 --> 00:17:05,560
Yes.

645
00:17:05,560 --> 00:17:08,320
Actively listening to the bride's thoughts and feelings.

646
00:17:08,320 --> 00:17:09,160
Absolutely.

647
00:17:09,160 --> 00:17:10,880
Truly being there in the moment with her.

648
00:17:10,880 --> 00:17:12,240
That's so important.

649
00:17:12,240 --> 00:17:13,080
Yeah.

650
00:17:13,080 --> 00:17:15,280
Wedding dress shopping is such a personal

651
00:17:15,280 --> 00:17:16,560
and emotional experience.

652
00:17:16,560 --> 00:17:17,400
Right.

653
00:17:17,400 --> 00:17:19,800
And having someone there who's fully present

654
00:17:19,800 --> 00:17:22,400
and engaged makes all the difference.

655
00:17:22,400 --> 00:17:24,600
It's about being her cheerleader.

656
00:17:24,600 --> 00:17:25,420
Right.

657
00:17:25,420 --> 00:17:26,880
Her confidant partner in crime.

658
00:17:26,880 --> 00:17:27,720
Exactly.

659
00:17:27,720 --> 00:17:29,440
As she embarks on this exciting journey.

660
00:17:29,440 --> 00:17:32,680
It's about creating a safe and supportive space

661
00:17:32,680 --> 00:17:37,680
for her to explore her options, express her feelings,

662
00:17:38,440 --> 00:17:41,240
and ultimately find a dress that makes her feel

663
00:17:41,240 --> 00:17:43,120
like the best version of herself.

664
00:17:44,200 --> 00:17:46,000
So as we wrap up this deep dive.

665
00:17:46,000 --> 00:17:46,840
Okay.

666
00:17:46,840 --> 00:17:48,800
Into wedding dress shopping guest etiquette.

667
00:17:48,800 --> 00:17:49,800
Mm-hmm.

668
00:17:49,800 --> 00:17:51,160
I wanna leave you with this.

669
00:17:51,160 --> 00:17:52,000
Okay.

670
00:17:53,200 --> 00:17:54,840
Think about the brides.

671
00:17:54,840 --> 00:17:55,680
You know? Yeah.

672
00:17:55,680 --> 00:17:56,520
Their personalities.

673
00:17:56,520 --> 00:17:57,360
Uh-huh.

674
00:17:57,360 --> 00:17:58,180
Their styles.

675
00:17:58,180 --> 00:17:59,020
Right.

676
00:17:59,020 --> 00:18:01,120
What kind of support would they need from US

677
00:18:01,120 --> 00:18:04,360
to make their dress shopping experience truly special?

678
00:18:04,360 --> 00:18:05,800
Keep that question in mind.

679
00:18:05,800 --> 00:18:06,640
Yeah.

680
00:18:06,640 --> 00:18:07,940
The next time you find yourself invited

681
00:18:07,940 --> 00:18:09,160
to a bridal salon.

682
00:18:09,160 --> 00:18:10,000
Right.

683
00:18:10,000 --> 00:18:12,640
And remember, whether you're sipping champagne,

684
00:18:12,640 --> 00:18:16,420
offering compliments, simply holding in the bride's hand

685
00:18:16,420 --> 00:18:17,640
as she steps onto the pedestal.

686
00:18:17,640 --> 00:18:18,480
Yeah.

687
00:18:18,480 --> 00:18:20,840
Your presence and support mean the world to her.

688
00:18:20,840 --> 00:18:23,240
And if you wanna dive deeper into any other topic.

689
00:18:23,240 --> 00:18:24,080
Yay.

690
00:18:24,080 --> 00:18:25,240
Wedding related or otherwise.

691
00:18:25,240 --> 00:18:26,080
Mm-hmm.

692
00:18:26,080 --> 00:18:27,240
Send us your sources.

693
00:18:27,240 --> 00:18:28,080
Yes.

694
00:18:28,080 --> 00:18:30,600
We'll create a deep dive just for you.

695
00:18:30,600 --> 00:18:31,440
Awesome.

696
00:18:31,440 --> 00:18:32,560
Until next time.

697
00:18:32,560 --> 00:18:33,400
Okay.

698
00:18:33,400 --> 00:19:02,400
Happy learning.

