65: The Shine Test & How You Make Decisions Dressed, Styled, and Down the Aisle - The Stylish Bride

Welcome to another episode of the Dressed, Styled, and Down the Aisle! 
I am Harley, standing in for D while she is out with clients, and today, we are excited to dive into the decision-making process and how that relates to the fashion aspect of your big day, especially your wedding dress!
Join us for Julie’s helpful decision-making insights and tips. 
Unlocking Your Wedding Planning StyleAs you begin your wedding planning adventure, it is essential to familiarize yourself with your decision-making style, and get comfortable with it, particularly when making big fashion choices like selecting the perfect wedding dress. Knowing your preferences is the key to navigating the vast number of decisions in your exciting wedding-planning journey.
Top of FormMaximizers vs. SatisficersOver the years, Julie has noticed two distinct decision-making styles. Some brides are maximizers, while others are satisficers. Maximizers are like treasure hunters, as they like digging deeply into every option until they strike gold. Too much digging, however, can leave them feeling less than thrilled with their choices. On the other hand, the satisficers prefer having fewer options, allowing them to meet their criteria without exhaustive comparisons.
Tips to Find Your Decision-Making StyleWhen figuring out your decision-making style, it can be helpful to reflect on your past shopping experiences, paying attention to how you shop. You can also dive into various decision-making styles to learn how others make their choices. Understanding that some people like to carefully consider every option, while others prefer making their decisions more quickly will help you better understand your own decision-making tendencies.
The Shine Test Julie created the Shine Test to help brides make easier wedding dress decisions. The Shine Test is about how a bride feels from the inside out, focusing on comfort and confidence rather than external appearance. This approach involves visualization, feelings, and practical ways for brides to choose a dress, allowing them to shine on their wedding day. It is about envisioning yourself in the dress, feeling confident and empowered, and ultimately, knowing that you can rock your wedding day!
Doubt Means Don't: Embracing Your Inner GuideWhen doubt arises, listen to your inner guide. The doubt means don't principle is all about trusting your instincts when making decisions. It suggests avoiding choices that make you doubt yourself and waiting instead for options that better align with your level of comfort and confidence. Understanding your decision-making style is the key to navigating all the choices you will face in your wedding-planning journey. Whether you are a maximizer diving deep or a satisficer finding joy in simplicity, discovering your decision-making magic is worth it. 
So, embrace your inner guide, remember that doubt means don't, and trust that you will shine on your big day! 
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