Your wedding day should be one of the happiest days of your life. You deserve to look back on that day with joy and pride. The last thing you want to feel when flipping through wedding photos and reminiscing about your big day is regret. But sadly, many brides do in fact experience that very feeling. According to Brandon Gaille, 80% of women expressed having regrets about their wedding day — with the top reason for this regret being because of their wedding dress choice.

Hearing this statistic might make you feel even more stressed about shopping for bridal gowns, but don't let this tidbit discourage you. Instead, allow it to fuel you and guide your decisions. There are a few things you can learn from these remorseful brides!

Trends Don't Last a Lifetime

The number one thing you should avoid when it comes to wedding gowns is trends. Yes, you read that right! Do you consider yourself a fashionista who always has her finger on the pulse of the latest and greatest? Well, your wedding day may not be the time to demonstrate those chops. Consider leaving your trendy tendencies for your everyday wardrobe and opting for something more timeless and classic for your wedding day. This will help you avoid those thoughts of "What was I thinking?" a few years down the line.

You don't want your wedding photos to be dated. For further clarification, just look at any wedding photos from the 1980s. You can instantly tell what decade the wedding took place in, right? That's because of the ultra-trendy and dramatic looks of that era. And while such photos might be good for a laugh, they don't exactly scream "timeless beauty."

Simplicity Is Elegant

To avoid that remorse or embarrassment, go for clean, simple lines and details. True elegance is often understated, so don't be afraid to go for a "less is more" approach. But do not make the mistake of thinking that simple and classic means the same thing as boring and dull. You can still have the beautiful, extravagant dress of your dreams! There's still plenty of room for glitz, glamour, and luxury when opting for a timeless gown. Your bridal dress shop attendant will be able to strike this balance for you and find a dress that checks all the bullets on your list.

For more information about dress shopping, schedule an appointment with Bridals By Aimee. We are happy to help you find the perfect dress with an aesthetic that will stand the test of time.