When Should I Shop For My Event?

At Gabrielle-Bala Cynwyd and G-Lizzy by Gabrielle it is never too early to find your perfect dress.   We recommend beginning your search by coming in so that we can help you get an idea of what you are looking for and determine which styles look best on you.  Everyone is different.  Some people are quick decision makers who see something they love and make the purchase without ever looking back.  For others, the idea that they might like something more later on sometimes delays the process.  One thing we have found for sure is that most often if you fall in love with a dress but keep looking you usually come back to what you loved at the outset!  There’s always another trolly…so spare yourself the angst.

You should also know that eveningwear tends to be more seasonless than sportswear.  Unless it is a heavy fabrication, most gowns and cocktails can be worn all year round regardless of color. 

In fact, at Gabrielle we are selecting our inventory for the next season upwards of six months before it hits the store.  This is another great reason to come in on the earlier side.  Once we begin working together we can share with you the pictures of the pieces that are coming in before they even arrive!

The same logic applies to G-Lizzy.  Often moms are reluctant to begin too early because they are worried that their daughter will outgrow her dress.  At G-Lizzy, our experienced custom vendors take into account your child’s growth and make the size accordingly.  In fact, once we place the order we can re-measure your child before the dress is made.  That way you can check it off your list but be assured that the size will be accurate!

Dress shopping can be a fun experience for the whole family! It is never too early to start! So come play dress up- you might just leave with a fabulous dress!