I think it all depends on the dress. I ordered my dress back in November and was fitted for my muslin February, but it is not scheduled to come into the store until August!! Thats also because I ordered it custom. So it depends on where you get your dress and whether you have any customizations done. I would say start looking and getting a feel for the styles you like. Once you have found a few that you like or a particular salon, enquire as to how long they take in the process and plan accordingly. Good luck and enjoy dress shopping.