Preparing for My Appointment 

 

 

 

 

Tips and tricks to a great appointment experience at

The Gown!

 

 

 

 

 

Before Your Appointment

 

 

What to Bring

  • No need to bring any physical items!
  • Shapewear, shoes, etc, are welcome, but not required!
  • Bring an open mind!

  • Bring your supportive friends and family.

  • Any photos/screenshots for inspiration.

 

 

 

How to Prepare

  • Make sure all key people are available; you might say yes on your first visit!
  • Browse wedding dress styles.
    • Look for some inspiration; see what styles you're liking and disliking.
  • Create your Inspo-List on our Website.
    • We will have your Inspo-List dresses pulled and ready in your private suite for when you arrive for your appointment.
  • Send us your Pinterest Board.
    • This is optional, you can also show us screenshots and other photos!

 

 

 

Location

17665 Leslie St unit 26, Newmarket, ON L3Y 3E3

  • Drive around to the back of the parking lot to our front door.
  • Lots of FREE parking!
  • Ring our doorbell upon arrival!
  • Plan to arrive a few minutes before your appointment.



 

During of Your Appointment

 

Private Suite

  • We'll greet you upon your arrival and show you to your private suite!
  • You'll have your own private change room as well.



 

Discovering your Dream Dress:

  • After introductions, we will start by reviewing your Inspo-List dresses and any other inspiration photos to understand your wedding dress style preferences!
    • Screenshots encouraged.
  • Your Inspo-List gowns are just a starting point. We will explore and try on other styles depending on what you're liking and disliking.
  • We'll start by trying on your favourites.
    • Your consultant will prepare the dresses for try on and help do it up for you.
  • While showing your entourage the dresses you've chosen, we will discuss what you're liking about each one. We can also pull more dresses for you based on your preferences.
    • We will keep your favourite dresses until the end and retry them with accessories to help you envision your look on your big day!
  • We'll help you through the process of elimination until you find the one you truly see yourself walking down the aisle in.
  • Get ready to 'Say YES' to your dream wedding dress!!!



 

Saying YES to the Dress 

  • Once you pick “the one” and Say Yes to the dress, we will celebrate! We will toast to the bride with our signature mocktail!

  • The bride will receive a free gift and a goodie bag of discounts from our preferred vendors.

  • There will also be many photo ops to remember this special moment!



 

End of Your Appointment

 

Measurements, Order Form & Payment

  • Next, we'll take your measurements in your private change room* and look at the size chart to find your best fit.
    • *in bra and underwear- shapewear is not required.
  • We'll confirm all the necessary details for ordering your dream dress correctly, and then head to the cash office for payment.
  • Feel free to explore our payment options here.

 

 

 

Photo Time

  • We will take your photo with your group in front of our 'I Said YES to the Dress' sign!

 

 

 

After of Your Appointment

 

Your Next Steps:

  • Wait for an email from us!
  • Within two weeks, we will email you with an estimated delivery date that the designer has provided to us.
    • Estimated Delivery Date: the date your dress is expected to arrive in our store.
  • After receiving your estimated delivery date, it's time to get in touch with an alterations team.
  • Once we provide you with your Estimated Delivery Date, we recommend reviewing your options for alterations and booking in with them early. Let them know your dress arrival date and wedding date, and they can schedule you accordingly.

 

 

 

Picking up your Gown  

  • Wait for another email from us! Once your fabulous dress arrives in our store and passes our standard check, we'll contact you to schedule a pick-up day!

  • Option 1: Dress Reveal Appointment:

    • Experience our white glove service as we expertly assemble your entire wedding look inclduing veils, accessories, boutuets, cooling short, Boombas and more!

  • Option 2: Curbside Pickup:

    • Just let us know when you are planning to stop by the shop, and we will prepare for your pickup. When you arrive, we will show you the dress and you sign for it, and take it with you. It will take only 5 minutes.