A: “Some brides prefer to do this and this is totally fine but sometimes a bride can underestimate just how emotional finding your dress can be. Choose one person who knows you and understands you who will help and support you rather than give opinions or advice. It’s totally OK not to be as excited as everyone around you.

For some brides it can be very overwhelming and daunting to not only plan the largest event you ever have, with those you love most at the heart of it (including your wedding dress shopping!). At the back of your mind, you know you are going to be the centre of attention on that day, it’s a big thing and even the best of us can be overwhelmed by it all at times.

My advice would be to do your homework on the shop you are going to visit, ensure that their ethos is what you’re looking for and that they have enough of the styles you are drawn to, to make sure you only need to visit one shop. Then you should book in – during the day in the week is always quieter – and take your time.

Most good bridal shops will make an appointment for you to show friends and family your choice after you have purchased, so you can always share your dress with them later.”