{"id":1612,"date":"2025-04-19T07:30:00","date_gmt":"2025-04-19T13:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/lovemaggie.maggiesottero.com\/?p=1612"},"modified":"2025-04-16T14:53:34","modified_gmt":"2025-04-16T20:53:34","slug":"positive-body-image","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/positive-body-image\/","title":{"rendered":"Maintaining A Positive Body Image At Your Bridal Appointment"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Every bride deserves to feel beautiful on their wedding day. But thanks to the endless bombardment of filtered social media posts and pesky advertising full of unattainable beauty standards, feeling as beautiful as you look can be hard. We totally get that the thought of stepping into that first dress at your bridal appointment and not loving what you see is anxiety-inducing. But in reality, nothing is more beautiful than a bride who\u2019s totally in love, with their fianc\u00e9 <em>and<\/em> with themself. We\u2019re here to make sure you\u2019re feeling yourself when the time comes to say yes to your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/find-your-style\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">dream dress<\/a>! Welcome to our 7-step program for a more positive body image.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve finished, make sure to follow us on Instagram for more content just like this as you indulge in shopping trips and prepare for your wedding day!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/maggiesotterodesigns\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-pale-pink-color\">Follow Us on IG<\/mark><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-research-silhouettes-that-will-look-great-on-your-body-type-before-your-wedding-dress-appointment\"><strong>Research silhouettes that will look great on your body type before your wedding dress appointment<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1049\" data-id=\"58736\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-63-700x1049.jpg\" alt=\"Three brides together wearing a variety of wedding dress types\" class=\"wp-image-58736\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-63-700x1049.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-63-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-63-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-63-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-63-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-63-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-63-scaled.jpg 1708w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1049\" data-id=\"58743\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-74-700x1049.jpg\" alt=\"Bride holding a mini flower bouquet\" class=\"wp-image-58743\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-74-700x1049.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-74-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-74-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-74-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-74-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-74-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-74-scaled.jpg 1708w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Michelle Baughan Photo<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Choosing a flattering bridal gown silhouette is one of the easiest ways to maintain a positive body image, work with your gorgeous figure, and complement your personal style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There is no \u201cone size fits all\u201d approach to body types. However, it doesn\u2019t hurt to research general categories, such as hourglass, petite, tall, athletic, and curvy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some of our favorite tips for choosing a silhouette that\u2019s perfect for you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Looking to enhance a small bustline? Try adding visual interest with ruching, wrapping, and embellishment; or simply work with your natural features and rock a plunging neckline and low back.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Both petite and tall brides look gorgeous in monochromatic fabrics and simple embellishments. These help to naturalize your height and create a graceful silhouette.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For brides with fuller hips who want a more balanced look, A-line wedding gowns help balance out the lower body with the upper body. However, if you want to embrace the shape of your natural figure, choose a flattering fit-and-flare or mermaid silhouette to highlight your beautiful curves!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to know what silhouettes and styles are perfect for you? Take our<a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/quiz\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> style quiz<\/a> or read <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/finding-the-perfect-dress-for-your-body-type\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How To Find A Wedding Dress For Your Body Type<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All in all, the perfect wedding dress is the wedding dress you feel your best in!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" data-id=\"58695\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Maggie-Sottero-Love-For-All-Fortune-Marie-18-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"Plus size bride wearing a blue satin ballgown wedding dress with arm bands and tank straps\" class=\"wp-image-58695\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Maggie-Sottero-Love-For-All-Fortune-Marie-18-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Maggie-Sottero-Love-For-All-Fortune-Marie-18-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Maggie-Sottero-Love-For-All-Fortune-Marie-18-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Maggie-Sottero-Love-For-All-Fortune-Marie-18-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Maggie-Sottero-Love-For-All-Fortune-Marie-18-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Maggie-Sottero-Love-For-All-Fortune-Marie-18-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Maggie-Sottero-Love-For-All-Fortune-Marie-18-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1049\" data-id=\"58710\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-33-700x1049.jpg\" alt=\"Bride wearing a mini wedding dress with off the shoulder cap sleeves making a kissy face holding a bouquet of flowers\" class=\"wp-image-58710\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-33-700x1049.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-33-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-33-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-33-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-33-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-33-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-33-scaled.jpg 1708w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Michelle Baughan Photo<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-trust-your-stylist-to-ensure-your-body-confidence\"><strong>Trust your stylist to ensure your body confidence<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" data-id=\"58759\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/DSC_6280-700x467.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58759\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/DSC_6280-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/DSC_6280-250x167.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/DSC_6280-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/DSC_6280-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/DSC_6280-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/DSC_6280-120x80.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" data-id=\"58760\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/DSC_6322-700x467.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58760\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/DSC_6322-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/DSC_6322-250x167.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/DSC_6322-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/DSC_6322-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/DSC_6322-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/DSC_6322-120x80.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">As you book your wedding dress appointment, it\u2019s important to trust that your team of bridal stylists will help you find something beautiful and exceptional. They may introduce you to wedding gowns outside your comfort zone. Don\u2019t let it shake your positive body image! This is the perfect opportunity to browse, experiment, and (maybe!) find something you didn\u2019t expect to love.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A lot of times you think you know what you want but end up buying something completely different. Remember to keep an open mind! After all, how often do you get to go wedding dress shopping? Savor it and try everything! Maybe you\u2019ll come back to your original vision, maybe your stylist will blow your mind. Either way, you\u2019ll have a blast playing dress-up!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Psst! Check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/wedding-dress-sizes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Your Guide To Wedding Dress Sizes<\/a> to see how your stylist sizes you and how different it is from regular sizing!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-if-you-choose-to-diet-and-exercise-focus-on-sustainability-and-overall-wellness\"><strong>If you choose to diet and exercise, focus on sustainability and overall wellness<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" data-id=\"58761\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Kaye-Cabigting_Lorraine-Lane-Marie_Dream-FX-Media-1-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"Sister zipping up an influencer's wedding dress\" class=\"wp-image-58761\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Kaye-Cabigting_Lorraine-Lane-Marie_Dream-FX-Media-1-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Kaye-Cabigting_Lorraine-Lane-Marie_Dream-FX-Media-1-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Kaye-Cabigting_Lorraine-Lane-Marie_Dream-FX-Media-1-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Kaye-Cabigting_Lorraine-Lane-Marie_Dream-FX-Media-1-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Kaye-Cabigting_Lorraine-Lane-Marie_Dream-FX-Media-1-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Kaye-Cabigting_Lorraine-Lane-Marie_Dream-FX-Media-1-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Kaye-Cabigting_Lorraine-Lane-Marie_Dream-FX-Media-1-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1117\" data-id=\"58762\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Kaye-Cabigting_Lorraine-Lane-Marie_Dream-FX-Media-2-700x1117.jpg\" alt=\"Sister putting on the bride's shoes\" class=\"wp-image-58762\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Kaye-Cabigting_Lorraine-Lane-Marie_Dream-FX-Media-2-700x1117.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Kaye-Cabigting_Lorraine-Lane-Marie_Dream-FX-Media-2-250x399.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Kaye-Cabigting_Lorraine-Lane-Marie_Dream-FX-Media-2-768x1225.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Kaye-Cabigting_Lorraine-Lane-Marie_Dream-FX-Media-2-963x1536.jpg 963w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Kaye-Cabigting_Lorraine-Lane-Marie_Dream-FX-Media-2-1284x2048.jpg 1284w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Kaye-Cabigting_Lorraine-Lane-Marie_Dream-FX-Media-2-120x191.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Kaye-Cabigting_Lorraine-Lane-Marie_Dream-FX-Media-2-scaled.jpg 1605w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Dream FX Media<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the biggest factors in achieving a positive body image is to let go of the \u201cquick fix\u201d mentality. Put another way, you have all the power in the world to make big changes for your big day. Just don\u2019t let those \u201cnumbers\u201d detract from your overall wellness and enjoyment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dropping a dress size or losing a certain number of pounds is only one aspect of the body positivity package. It\u2019s much more important (and effective!) to take care of your body, ease into new diet and exercise regimens, and focus on sustainable lifestyle changes to reach your goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"875\" data-id=\"55451\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Body-Positivity_IGFB-Images-4-700x875.png\" alt=\"Body confidence bride wearing Albany by Maggie Sottero\" class=\"wp-image-55451\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Body-Positivity_IGFB-Images-4-700x875.png 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Body-Positivity_IGFB-Images-4-250x313.png 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Body-Positivity_IGFB-Images-4-768x960.png 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Body-Positivity_IGFB-Images-4-120x150.png 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Body-Positivity_IGFB-Images-4.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"875\" data-id=\"55450\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Body-Positivity_IGFB-Images-3-700x875.png\" alt=\"Bride with positive body image wearing Aspen by Sottero and Midgley\" class=\"wp-image-55450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Body-Positivity_IGFB-Images-3-700x875.png 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Body-Positivity_IGFB-Images-3-250x313.png 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Body-Positivity_IGFB-Images-3-768x960.png 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Body-Positivity_IGFB-Images-3-120x150.png 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Body-Positivity_IGFB-Images-3.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Unknown<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stay positive and focus more on your overall wellness than just numbers on the scale. After all, your overall wellness includes your mental wellness. Don\u2019t let that fall by the wayside!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember that the number on the scale has nothing to do with how radiant you\u2019re going to look on your wedding day. You\u2019re marrying the love of your life, and nothing should take away from that moment. A happy bride is a beautiful bride!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-bring-an-entourage-that-encourages-positive-body-image\"><strong>Bring an entourage that encourages positive body image<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-7 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"933\" data-id=\"58766\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Photo-Jul-01-2023-1-34-56-PM-700x933.jpg\" alt=\"Bride wearing a fit and flare wedding dress looking at herself in the mirror\" class=\"wp-image-58766\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Photo-Jul-01-2023-1-34-56-PM-700x933.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Photo-Jul-01-2023-1-34-56-PM-250x333.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Photo-Jul-01-2023-1-34-56-PM-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Photo-Jul-01-2023-1-34-56-PM-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Photo-Jul-01-2023-1-34-56-PM-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Photo-Jul-01-2023-1-34-56-PM-120x160.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Photo-Jul-01-2023-1-34-56-PM-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"933\" data-id=\"58763\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Reel-Cover-Image-700x933.jpg\" alt=\"A real bride holding a say yes to the dress sign\" class=\"wp-image-58763\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Reel-Cover-Image-700x933.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Reel-Cover-Image-250x333.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Reel-Cover-Image-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Reel-Cover-Image-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Reel-Cover-Image-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Reel-Cover-Image-120x160.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Reel-Cover-Image-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Your entourage can make such a huge difference in how your wedding dress appointment goes. Make sure to bring your most encouraging friends and family members who are supportive of your positive body image! This day is all about you feeling beautiful, so don\u2019t feel guilty about not inviting people who don\u2019t make you feel that way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-practice-body-positive-affirmations\"><strong>Practice body positive affirmations<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-8 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"963\" data-id=\"55432\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Watson-1C6A2744-700x963.jpg\" alt=\"Body confidence model wearing Watson by Maggie Sottero\" class=\"wp-image-55432\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Watson-1C6A2744-700x963.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Watson-1C6A2744-250x344.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Watson-1C6A2744-768x1056.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Watson-1C6A2744-1117x1536.jpg 1117w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Watson-1C6A2744-1489x2048.jpg 1489w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Watson-1C6A2744-120x165.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Watson-1C6A2744-scaled.jpg 1862w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"963\" data-id=\"55433\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Maurelle-1C6A4049-700x963.jpg\" alt=\"Body positivity bride wearing Maurelle by Maggie Sottero\" class=\"wp-image-55433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Maurelle-1C6A4049-700x963.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Maurelle-1C6A4049-250x344.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Maurelle-1C6A4049-768x1056.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Maurelle-1C6A4049-1117x1536.jpg 1117w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Maurelle-1C6A4049-1489x2048.jpg 1489w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Maurelle-1C6A4049-120x165.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Maurelle-1C6A4049-scaled.jpg 1862w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Morgan and Joel Photo<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If phrases like \u201cThere\u2019s no way I\u2019ll get fit enough for the wedding,\u201d or \u201cI hate how I look in photos\u201d sound all too familiar, it may be time to reassess the way you speak about your progress and self-image.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If that\u2019s something you\u2019re still working on, here are some great positive body image affirmations to get you started on your self-love journey:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u201cMy body deserves to be taken care of. I feed my body with nourishing food and give it exercise to feel strong, active, and energized.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cMy brain, heart, and personality are the best parts of me.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cSeeking body positivity is a meaningful and valuable endeavor. I deserve to find things that create happy and healthy dialogue about my skin, shape, and natural features.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cI look exactly the way I\u2019m supposed to. If the way I look changes in the coming months, I will continue to trust its wisdom, beauty, and integrity.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cMy body can do incredible things.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cLife is too short and my wedding will go by too fast for me to waste time obsessing about my body. I am going to take care of it and pamper it before the big day. But my main priorities are to feel happy, loved, and open to possibility.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-9 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"875\" data-id=\"55448\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Body-Positivity_IGFB-Images-5-700x875.png\" alt=\"Bride with a positive body image holding up Fiona by Maggie Sottero\" class=\"wp-image-55448\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Body-Positivity_IGFB-Images-5-700x875.png 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Body-Positivity_IGFB-Images-5-250x313.png 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Body-Positivity_IGFB-Images-5-768x960.png 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Body-Positivity_IGFB-Images-5-120x150.png 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Body-Positivity_IGFB-Images-5.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"875\" data-id=\"55449\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Body-Positivity_IGFB-Images-6-700x875.png\" alt=\"Bride with a positive body image wearing Greenley by Maggie Sottero\" class=\"wp-image-55449\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Body-Positivity_IGFB-Images-6-700x875.png 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Body-Positivity_IGFB-Images-6-250x313.png 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Body-Positivity_IGFB-Images-6-768x960.png 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Body-Positivity_IGFB-Images-6-120x150.png 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Body-Positivity_IGFB-Images-6.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Pamela Leon Photography | Amanda Shear Photo<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-maggie-sottero-s-commitment-to-body-confidence-inclusivity-and-representation\"><strong>Maggie Sottero\u2019s Commitment to Body Confidence, Inclusivity, and Representation<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-10 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1044\" data-id=\"58769\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/BlueFlwrTruck-0017-700x1044.jpg\" alt=\"Up close portrait of body confident bride with one hand staring into the distance\" class=\"wp-image-58769\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/BlueFlwrTruck-0017-700x1044.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/BlueFlwrTruck-0017-250x373.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/BlueFlwrTruck-0017-768x1145.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/BlueFlwrTruck-0017-1030x1536.jpg 1030w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/BlueFlwrTruck-0017-1374x2048.jpg 1374w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/BlueFlwrTruck-0017-120x179.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/BlueFlwrTruck-0017-scaled.jpg 1717w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" data-id=\"58767\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/BlueFlwrTruck-0014-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"Bride wearing floral A-line wedding dress standing next to a blue truck with bright florals\" class=\"wp-image-58767\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/BlueFlwrTruck-0014-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/BlueFlwrTruck-0014-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/BlueFlwrTruck-0014-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/BlueFlwrTruck-0014-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/BlueFlwrTruck-0014-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/BlueFlwrTruck-0014-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/BlueFlwrTruck-0014-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Hetler Photography<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019re 100% committed to helping you create an unforgettable celebration, from the moment you start your wedding planning online to your first steps down the aisle, to those weeks following your wedding when you get to relax, celebrate, and reminisce over your gorgeous bridal portraits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A few ways Maggie Sottero is committed to creating a space for positive body image and inclusivity in the bridalsphere include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>We are proud to hire diverse models for every photo shoot, from our in-house styled shoots to seasonal campaigns.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We are honored to highlight models in US sizes 12 and 18 in all our campaign photoshoots.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Most of our wedding gowns are available in US sizes 0-28, designed for real women and their diversity of shapes, figures, and styles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We offer wedding gowns across an array of price points. We believe there\u2019s absolutely no reason for a bride to sacrifice romance or quality (not to mention an ultra-flattering silhouette) for her budget.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-11 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" data-id=\"58770\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Bahia-0247-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"Bride in a wheelchair wearing a simple wedding dress holding hands with her groom\" class=\"wp-image-58770\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Bahia-0247-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Bahia-0247-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Bahia-0247-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Bahia-0247-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Bahia-0247-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Bahia-0247-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Bahia-0247-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" data-id=\"58771\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Bahia-0289-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"Bride in a wheelchair feeling body positive while kissing her husband\" class=\"wp-image-58771\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Bahia-0289-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Bahia-0289-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Bahia-0289-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Bahia-0289-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Bahia-0289-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Bahia-0289-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Bahia-0289-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Hetler Photography<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-quotes-from-real-brides\"><strong>Quotes from Real Brides<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We recently had the opportunity to invite influencers and real brides to join us at Maggie headquarters to participate in our <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/kjmxAjrC2gw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Love for ALL<\/em> campaign<\/a>. With the launch of <em>Love for All,<\/em> Maggie encourages brides to break free from traditional constraints and embrace their unique beauty. This campaign celebrates self-love, empowerment, and confidence, providing a platform for all brides to express their true selves as they approach their wedding day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s what our stunning real brides who shared their perspectives in <em>Love for ALL<\/em> had to say about maintaining body positivity:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-jezra-williams\"><strong>Jezra Williams: <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-12 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" data-id=\"58688\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Maggie-Sottero-Love-For-All-Fortune-Marie-11-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"Curve bride wearing a floral jacquard princess ball gown wedding dress\" class=\"wp-image-58688\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Maggie-Sottero-Love-For-All-Fortune-Marie-11-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Maggie-Sottero-Love-For-All-Fortune-Marie-11-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Maggie-Sottero-Love-For-All-Fortune-Marie-11-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Maggie-Sottero-Love-For-All-Fortune-Marie-11-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Maggie-Sottero-Love-For-All-Fortune-Marie-11-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Maggie-Sottero-Love-For-All-Fortune-Marie-11-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Maggie-Sottero-Love-For-All-Fortune-Marie-11-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1049\" data-id=\"58693\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Maggie-Sottero-Love-For-All-Fortune-Marie-16-700x1049.jpg\" alt=\"Plus size bride holding a bouquet of flowers feeling confident\" class=\"wp-image-58693\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Maggie-Sottero-Love-For-All-Fortune-Marie-16-700x1049.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Maggie-Sottero-Love-For-All-Fortune-Marie-16-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Maggie-Sottero-Love-For-All-Fortune-Marie-16-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Maggie-Sottero-Love-For-All-Fortune-Marie-16-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Maggie-Sottero-Love-For-All-Fortune-Marie-16-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Maggie-Sottero-Love-For-All-Fortune-Marie-16-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Maggie-Sottero-Love-For-All-Fortune-Marie-16-scaled.jpg 1708w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Michelle Baughan Photo<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>“Saying yes to you means fully embracing who you are your beauty, your voice, and your presence without apology. For me, it\u2019s about celebrating my body, my story, and the journey that brought me here. As a plus-size model and a mother, I want others to know that love, confidence, and joy aren\u2019t reserved for a specific size, shape, or background. Being part of the Love for ALL campaign was a powerful reminder that every bride, every woman, deserves to be seen, celebrated, and embraced exactly as she is.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-glenda-king\"><strong>Glenda King<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-13 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1049\" data-id=\"58722\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-45-700x1049.jpg\" alt=\"Older bride wearing a beaded fit and flare wedding dress holding a floral bouquet behind her\" class=\"wp-image-58722\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-45-700x1049.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-45-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-45-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-45-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-45-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-45-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-45-scaled.jpg 1708w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1049\" data-id=\"58723\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-46-700x1049.jpg\" alt=\"Older bride wearing a plunge neckline beaded wedding dress holding a flower bouquet with both hands\" class=\"wp-image-58723\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-46-700x1049.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-46-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-46-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-46-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-46-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-46-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-46-scaled.jpg 1708w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Michelle Baughan Photo<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>“To be a face in the Love for All campaign truly will show brides of all backgrounds and ages you are celebrated by Maggie Sottero. That your love story is important and should be honored. The campaign message shows ALL brides, and even older brides like myself, that it\u2019s never too late to have your dream wedding.”‘<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-roqaiah-odeh\"><strong>Roqaiah Odeh:<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-14 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1049\" data-id=\"58739\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-70-700x1049.jpg\" alt=\"Muslim bride wearing a head scarf and a sequin fit and flare wedding dress\" class=\"wp-image-58739\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-70-700x1049.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-70-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-70-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-70-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-70-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-70-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-70-scaled.jpg 1708w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1049\" data-id=\"58745\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-76-700x1049.jpg\" alt=\"Bride wearing a headscarf in a sequin wedding dress with off-the-shoulder bridal jacket and exposed boning\" class=\"wp-image-58745\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-76-700x1049.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-76-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-76-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-76-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-76-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-76-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-76-scaled.jpg 1708w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Michelle Baughan Photo<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>“I hope the message, “Love for All\u201d sends to brides is to be their true selves and stay authentic to who they are without compromising for external reasons. We\u2019re all deserving of love and should be confident in going out to express it the way we feel most happy to.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-blerona-krivanjeva\"><strong>Blerona Krivanjeva:<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-15 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1049\" data-id=\"58709\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-32-700x1049.jpg\" alt=\"Little person bride wearing a sparkly mini wedding dress with off-the-shoulder cap sleeves holding a flower bouquet on her shoulder\" class=\"wp-image-58709\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-32-700x1049.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-32-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-32-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-32-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-32-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-32-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-32-scaled.jpg 1708w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" data-id=\"58706\" src=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-29-700x1050.jpg\" alt=\"Little person bride wearing a sweetheart neckline wedding dress with floral details\" class=\"wp-image-58706\" srcset=\"https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-29-700x1050.jpg 700w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-29-250x375.jpg 250w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-29-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-29-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-29-1366x2048.jpg 1366w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-29-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/maggieblogassets.sfo2.digitaloceanspaces.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/MS-LoveForAll-29-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">PC: Michelle Baughan Photo<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>“Being part of this campaign has probably been one of the best experiences and accomplishments in my life. My main goal in being a part of this campaign was to show representation to my little people community… it doesn’t matter the style of dress that you have, the design, the color, or anything in general… there are over 400 different types of dwarfism, it is hard for little people to find a dress. I want to make sure that all little people feel beautiful and secure that it doesn’t matter what type of dwarfism you have, you will find your dress. There is no stereotype in a specific way that a bride should look, and I truly hope this campaign can show that to my community.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to know more about our DEI and social responsibility efforts? Learn more about movements close to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/our-heart\/maggie-dei-and-social-responsibility\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">our heart<\/a> and read <a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/corset-wedding-dress\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The \u201cMaggie Magic\u201d in Your Maggie Sottero Wedding Dress<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-maggie-sottero-wedding-dresses-that-flatter-a-wide-range-of-body-types\"><strong>Maggie Sottero Wedding Dresses that Flatter a Wide Range of Body Types<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/maggie-sottero\/harlem\/17879\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Harlem by Maggie Sottero<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/sottero-and-midgley\/aspen\/18561\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Aspen by Sottero and Midgley<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/rebecca-ingram\/marsha\/18901\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Marsha by Rebecca Ingram<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/sottero-and-midgley\/bronson\/18565\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bronson by Sottero and Midgley<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/maggie-sottero\/benjie\/19613\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Benjie by Maggie Sottero<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Still here? Don\u2019t worry, we know that was a lot of info (we\u2019re passionate, what can we say?) So here\u2019s the bottom line. Don\u2019t let anyone affect your health, confidence, and positive body image on your best day ever. This is your time to shine, whatever your age, size, personal style, or budget! We don\u2019t put our foot down often, but we\u2019re not open for debate on this one. You look gorgeous in that dress. Now book your bridal appointment in confidence and go have a blast!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--16\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/find-a-store\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-pale-pink-color\">Find a Boutique<\/mark><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>More Blogs Like This:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/corset-wedding-dress\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The \u201cMaggie Magic\u201d in Your Maggie Sottero Wedding Dress<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/wedding-dress-sizes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Your Guide To Wedding Dress Sizes<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/finding-the-perfect-dress-for-your-body-type\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How To Find A Wedding Dress For Your Body Type<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Every bride deserves to feel beautiful on their wedding day. But thanks to the endless bombardment of filtered social media posts and pesky advertising full of unattainable beauty standards, feeling as beautiful as you look can be hard. 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