i promised myself not to have dress regret... Help!

Personally I would go with Dress 1 or dress 5, but that's my aesthetic lol. I would say focus on what you love about your dress, why you chose it in the first place, and how it made you feel. You're 6 months out from your wedding, so there's a good chance that a lot of dresses you might want would have to be rushed or off the rack in order to be able to do alterations and make sure it gets here in time.

If you don't actively hate your dress, it's most likely a case of seeing other dresses that you like and wish you could have tried on, but didn't. It happens to a lot of people (dare I say most?).

I'm assuming that the first two pictures are of you and your body type. I think the best ones for your body type would be pictures to and 5. It is okay to have dress regret but just make sure that you are able to return or exchange your dress. At least you have time but I would make the decision now pending if you need to get alterations or anything like that.

I love dress 3, cause I love off the shoulder styles, and 5, of the v was not so deep.


They’re all beautiful, I love the lace on the first two.

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I know that dress 1 and 5 - I felt young in them. I'm in my mid-40's. It's been so hard to pick one that I was sure of... But, young isn't necessarily bad. LOL! I loved the lace on those 2 - and the natural waistline.

I really love dress 1 on you. Dress regret is real, and I struggle with it every time I look at my dress. I need to keep reminding myself that it’s still getting altered and doesn’t fit me like a glove yet. Pick the dress that makes you feel beautiful and like a bride!

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There's nothing wrong with feeling young, and nothing wrong with wanting to feel like you're dressed more "maturely". It's all about how you want to look on your wedding day. I think you'll look amazing no matter what dress you pick, so go with what feels right to you.

Personally, I would have chosen dress #1...hands-down!! It’s a beautiful dress and it looks amazing on your body!! I think it is natural to start second-guessing decisions that were made early on in the wedding planning process; especially when you start getting close to the big day. Try to relax & remember the feeling you had when you chose the dress. it looks great on you & you will look stunning in it on your wedding day!

I think 1,3 and 5 are beautiful!!

I’m dying to know which one you got?!?

Number 2's online photo looks like this...

Did you chose #2?

Choose* stupid auto correct

I like dress number two on you. It flatters your figure. I think to better judge, if you made the correct choice, just stick to the pictures of you wearing which one you picked.
It's impossible to compare ourselves to the dress models, most of us fall short of that. Don't be so hard on yourself. You picked it for a reason, trust yourself! It's just nerves!

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I'm thinking about taking the dress I chose to the alterations specialist - to see it pinned and get better pictures... Basically, to recommit... gulp.

I really love dress one actually

I like dress 2 and 3 the best. Which is yours? Have you tried it on with all of your accessories?

I can post this, but only for a short time so df/fh doesn't see this... I chose #2... And I am keeping it! I took the advice here and that I received via messages - this is it with veil, jewelry (I want to try different sets), body smoother, and with me holding it in where it needs altered - and my preferred color (all ivory). I also fixed the neckline so it sits properly!

It's hard to believe that it's the same dress!

After...

Before...

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Dress 2! See the updated photo at the bottom of the thread.

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See the dress at the bottom of the thread...