A bride found a wedding dress that looked just like the dream gown she sketched before shopping

Samantha GrindellJan 15, 2021, 04:26 IST

Madison Taylor sketched her dream wedding dress before finding a look-alike gown.J. Brynnae Photography

As part of Insider's wedding series, "The One," we asked Madison Taylor to walk us through her journey of finding her dream wedding dress.
Madison sketched her dream wedding dress before she started shopping.
After months of searching, Madison found a flower-covered Pnina Tornai dress that looked just like the gown she sketched.

Madison and Jason Taylor met through mutual friends in 2017.

They met in 2017. Madison Taylor

Madison was focused on her wedding dress as they planned, as she's worked in bridal couture.

They got engaged in 2019. Madison Taylor

As she shopped, Madison ended up sketching her dream dress.

She sketched her dream dress. Madison Taylor

Madison first went shopping locally in Pennsylvania, heading to David's Bridal to slip into this A-line gown.

The dress was too simple. Madison Taylor

This dress didn't thrill Madison.

It wasn't special. Madison Taylor

Madison decided to take multiple trips to Kleinfeld Bridal in New York City as she searched for the perfect dress.

It didn't fit right. Madison Taylor

Madison was drawn to the bodice of this ball gown.

The skirt wasn't great. Madison Taylor

This Pnina Tornai dress was really fun, but it wasn't right for Madison.

It was wrong for the venue. Madison Taylor

Madison thought this Randy Fenoli dress was the one, but she ended up having second thoughts.

She bought and returned the dress. Madison Taylor

Madison and Justin decided to go to the Kleinfeld sample sale, hoping they would have more luck.

The lace wasn't what Madison wanted. Madison Taylor

Madison finally found the dress of her dreams at the sample sale.

It was perfect. Madison Taylor

The dress was a size 10, so Madison had to get it heavily altered.

The dress was heavily altered. Madison Taylor

After the alterations, the dress fit Madison like a glove.

The skirt was large. J. Brynnae Photography

Madison's custom-made, floor-length veil added drama to the look.

The veil was custom-made. J. Brynnae Photography

"It was perfect," Madison said of her wedding dress.

She loved the look. J. Brynnae Photography

The Taylors' wedding had an ethereal vibe.

They got married in October 2020. J. Brynnae Photography

Madison and Justin made sure their wedding was family-focused and intimate.

The wedding was intimate. J. Brynnae Photography

Madison said one of her favorite parts of her wedding day was just talking with Justin during the reception.

They wanted to spend time together. J. Brynnae Photography

Madison wishes she had only shopped at Kleinfeld's sample sale.

Madison recommends sample sales. J. Brynnae Photography

Madison recommends brides buy sample dresses and have them altered rather than spending all their money on a custom dress.

Seamstresses can work wonders. J. Brynnae Photography

Madison told Insider that Justin understands her in a way no one else can.

They're very close. J. Brynnae Photography

Justin is also a big help in making Madison's clothing business run smoothly.

He supports her business. J. Brynnae Photography

"He's really great," Madison said of her husband.

They love each other. J. Brynnae Photography

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