Activity for FutureMrsAF

So my wedding dress needs hemmed, I was planning on going back to Davids Bridal where I bought it (and still might) and I was surprised to get a quote of $200 for just hemming.. I've read the average is $25-$100 so it seems steep. A friend of mine,...

I do not want to spend more than $500 on my wedding dress (definitely buying off the rack) and I wanted to see pictures of all of your beautiful bargain dresses so I don't feel so stressed about not being able to find a winner at a good price!

Where have y'all bought your wedding sashes from? Please include a photo if you have one and cost if you are comfortable sharing ! I have an eye on one from DB but it's $100 :-/

My FH is extremely frugal. We have a small 5k-6k wedding budget. We are having a small intimate backyard wedding of 40 guests. We are properly hosting our guests. My FH gave me $250 Wedding dress budget. I literally laughed out loud. I ended up...