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1. Wear a pair of comfortable shoes

Your shoes should offer ample support, such as back straps. If you’re wearing strappy heels, the heel height should be manageable – about six cm or slightly less. Not used to wearing heels? Consider wearing flats or sneakers instead.

See the prettiest high heel shoes, wedding pumps for the glamorous bride, bridal-worthy sneakers, and stunning flats. See also: how to choose the right shoes for your wedding dress.

2. Bring your shoes to your first fitting

This is so your bridal salon or dressmaker can alter your dress to the correct length. You can also have your dressmaker or tailor adjust the hem of your dress to be at least one to one and a half cm above the floor, so you can walk comfortably in your dress without having to look at the floor more often than not. See the five things to bring to your bridal appointment here, and tips on shopping for your wedding dress from real brides.

3. Practise walking around in your dress

Unless you’re a celebrity or socialite, who’s used to walking in heavy gowns, chances are, you’ll need some practise. And you should try walking in your dress as much as you can in the boutique, or at home (if you’ve got a bit of time after picking up your dress and before your actual day). Don’t forget to put on your wedding heels while walking in your dress. Just make sure you be careful, as you don’t want to tear the garment before you get married in it!

4. Practise dancing in it too!

If you’re having a first dance in the same dress, practise dancing in it, so you don’t end up tripping over your long skirt!

See also: everything you need to know about your first dance, how to prevent first dance jitters, and modern love songs that’re perfect for it.

5. Lighten your load

Lush bouquets may look gorgeous, but if you’re having trouble managing your dress as it is, you might want to carry a small posy or an alternative (like this adorable giant paper flower) down the aisle.

If you still prefer carrying something sumptuous, look to these horizontal bouquets, cascading bouquets, and bold clutches for inspiration.

6. Carry yourself with confidence

Whether you’ve got stage fright (it’s not every day you get to walk down a crowd of people whose attentions are focused on you), or you’re not prepared enough, simply stand tall, smile, take your time, and hold on to your support (your father, mother or both).