Soft & Structured: How to Find a Gown That Feels Like You

Let’s be real: wedding dress shopping can feel a little overwhelming. There’s pressure to find “the one,” opinions flying from every direction, and an endless sea of tulle, lace, beads, and Pinterest boards. But here’s something we truly believe at Simply Blush Bridal - your dress should feel like you. Not a version of you someone else imagined. Not the dress you feel like you’re supposed to love. Just…you.

So how do you actually find that? Let’s talk about it.

Sottero and Midgley Brennan

What Does “Feeling Like You” Mean? It’s not just about your usual style (though that can help). It’s more about how you want to feel on your wedding day. Do you want to feel romantic and soft? Elegant and structured? Confident? Effortless? A little extra? There’s no wrong answer here. And honestly, most brides are a mix of a few. Some of our brides show up with a clear vision, and some show up with no idea at all - and both are totally okay. The most important thing is tuning out the noise and checking in with yourself.

Maggie Sottero
Hunter

Forget the Rules
You don’t have to wear lace if you’ve always thought you would. You don’t have to wear a ballgown because it’s a formal wedding. You don’t even have to cry when you find your dress! What we’ve found is that the dress that ends up feeling most like you is usually the one you weren’t expecting. The one that makes you stop and think, “Okay, wow. I didn’t think I’d love this, but I do.” That’s the moment.

Justin Alexander Sincerity 44478

Justin Alexander Signature Lorde

Let’s Talk Soft vs. Structured
Here’s the thing - this isn’t an either/or situation. You don’t have to pick between feeling romantic or feeling put-together. Most dresses live somewhere in between.

Soft could mean flowy fabrics, subtle movement, or delicate details. Think chiffon skirts, light lace, airy sleeves. These dresses feel natural and relaxed.

La Femme Faith

Joelle Olivia Lucia

Structured adds shape and support. It’s the clean lines, corset tops, fitted waists, or tailored silhouettes that make you feel like everything is exactly where it should be.

A lot of gowns beautifully combine the two. Maybe it’s a fitted bodice with a soft tulle skirt. Or a sleek satin gown with a bit of ruching that gives it movement. You don’t have to choose just one vibe - because most brides are a blend of both.

Rebecca Ingram Jalissa

Bring an Open Mind (and a Supportive Crew) One of our best pieces of advice? Come in open. It’s great to have inspiration, but be ready to try something you didn’t expect. You never know what might surprise you. And when it comes to who you bring with you - less is often more. Choose the people who get you. The ones who will celebrate your “yes” even if it’s not the dress they pictured. Your opinion is the only one that really matters.

At Simply Blush Bridal, our job isn’t to push a certain style or get you into a dress fast. We’re here to listen, guide, and help you figure out what actually feels good - physically, emotionally, and all the things in between.

Ready to find the one? Book your appointment with Simply Blush Bridal today!