I had been to previous places to try on wedding gowns and I felt as if I was going in circles.
As someone who battles with a chronic illness and anxiety issues I was on edge everytime I tried something on in a store. My mum had gotten to know Wendy from a family friend's wedding. So, as a final visit we went to Osh Gosh.
I was greeted with kindness and a general sense of patience and understanding. Lucy my advisor, spoke in detail about the wedding, myself, my partner and got to know my story.
My first visit ended in tears. I had built up an image in my head of what I was supposed to look like and I broke. I found it so hard to see myself as a girl due to be married instead of this mess of a reflection in the mirror. Lucy held my hand and promised me that everything will be okay.
I took a few months out and came back during a time when they had ordered in Mori Lee gowns. I picked one and it was time again to try on.
Once again the support from all staff involved was second to none, but something wasn't right with the dress. It didn't feel like the one. Lucy kept it to the side and you could see her thinking.
I went back to one of the original gowns and was about ready to give up when Lucy sprang into action.
Within ten minutes, this dress became everything I had wanted. She had made magic and helped me to achieve the exact dress I felt beautiful and free in.
Everyone got emotional, even Wendy stopped as she went past a shed a tear with us.
A wedding isn't just about the dress, but, the idea of being a beautiful bride plays a big part.
Thanks to Wendy, Lucy and the rest of the team, I was able to have the dress of my dreams and made a cherished memory in the making.
This shop isn't just a shop, it is a family and one that I am sure everyone feels part of.
I would recommend this shop in a heartbeat. I can't wait to walk down the aisle feeling like magic and I honestly believe I will. Thank you Osh Gosh. You are angels!