Ask any previous bride before you, and they'll tell you that wedding-dress-shopping will suck up a lot of your time. And if you've got a lot of time to plan, expect a lot of changes in taste. So stop wasting time already. Here's how you can very effectively shop for your dress. All you need are the details. Check it out below:

1. Know your budget and location.


2. Make a budget checklist.


3. Work backwards to create a timeline.


4. Here are the wedding dress basics.


5. Choose a silhouette.


6. Understand different neckline styles.


7. Get familiar with fabrics.


8. How to choose the right fit.


9. How to properly measure yourself.


10. Think about color.


11. Which train do you like?


12. Pick your sleeves.


13. Do you want a specific type of bodice?


14. What to wear underneath?


15. Pick out perfect veil.


16. Think about veil fabric.


17. Want to wear a headpiece?