S11E6: You Deserve a Wedding Dress that Makes You Look - and Feel - Amazing
You deserve to feel - and look - incredible on your wedding day!
But, the bridal fashion industry isn't always easy to navigate.
This week, we're dishing about size inclusivity, how to prepare, and setting yourself up for success at your dress appointments.
with Julie Sabatino, Author of Dressed, Styled, and Down the Aisle: Becoming a Stylish Bride and Founder of The Stylish Bride
This week on The Wedding Dish podcast, we’re dishing about…
where should you look for inspiration for your wedding attire?
what to do before going into a salon if you aren't a sample size to ensure that you have a wonderful experience
who to take with you when shopping
tips to set yourself up for a success shopping experience
... and more!
Meet Julie, The Stylish Bride
The original — and most sought-after —bridal stylist in the world, Julie Sabatino, is the founder of The Stylish and author of Dressed, Styled, and Down the Aisle: Becoming a Stylish Bride. Julie began her career as a bridal stylist two decades ago, after recognizing from her own wedding journey, that there had to be a better way. Today, there isn’t a top designer she doesn’t have an ironclad relationship with — Oscar de la Renta even named a dress after her — but she hasn’t forgotten what it felt like to be a bride-to-be with no idea of how to navigate the shopping process. Passionate about inclusivity, Julie is also the creator and visionary behind The Sample Size Solution - a portable product designed to help make sample dresses fit the bride - which has been applauded for its practicality and helping to address body size stigmatization.
“At the end of the day, it’s not about how a bride looks, but how she feels. If she doesn’t feel good, it doesn’t matter how gorgeous the dress is; her beauty will not shine through.”
Julie currently lives in Princeton, NJ with her husband, Mike, and their two children, Annmarie and Teddy.
Business Details
What areas do you serve?
Based in NY, Julie works with clients across the globe.
Why did you decide to start your own business?
I started The Stylish Bride because there was a need. As a curvy bride, I experienced a lack of options, education, inspiration, and support and I knew there had to be a better way out there for women getting married.
What's the coolest thing about owning your own business?
Helping so many women feel confident about themselves.
Do you have a favorite story to share?
Ask me about Oscar de la Renta naming a dress after me!
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