No dress "wow" factor?

Posting photos may help. Petticoats, veil, jewelry are easy ways to add oomph

I agree photos would help. I hope reselling works out so you can get your wow dress!!

I had a similar issue. So, I bought lace fabric to put as an overlay for the skirt. It isn’t my dream dress, but it adds a personal touch I’m happy with. You may also look at a belt/sash at the waist.

I agree that posting photos of your dresses could help us make suggestions on how to modify or accessorize to create a wow factor

Many seamstresses can help you add/subtract elements of the dress -- sleeves, petticoats, embellishments, etc. -- during alterations. You could also choose a different element of your look to bring the wow factor. One of my favorite combos is a minimalist dress with a dramatic veil. Or, go all out with your bouquet!

These are the two dresses that currently fit (the first one I got no longer does). The top is a Vera Wang and the bottom is a Namoda x J.Crew. I wanted that old Hollywood glamor vibe.

The second dress really is quite stunning, on you! You have to remember the dress is only part of the whole picture, there’s still shoes, accessories, hair, etc. I think when you had all the pieces, that glam Hollywood hairdo, fabulous earrings and shoes and the quintessential Hollywood red lip, you will look and feel beautiful. I loved my dress but I had more fun picking out the shoes and accessories and deciding on hairstyles. Best of luck!

This also happened to me! I was lucky enough to be able to return my unwanted gowns, but I purchased three (and tried on sooo many more!), but I never had that “bridal moment.” It was a bit of a letdown because I love Say Yes to the Dress and I’ve always dreamed about finding the perfect dress, and I still wasn’t 100% happy with the dress I ultimately ended up with. However, I realized after a few months that I was putting so much pressure on the process that I probably wasn’t even capable of having a “bridal moment.” I realized that ALL the dresses I’d tried were lovely, and that it didn’t really matter if I never found the “perfect” dress, because marrying the love of my life in whichever one I chose is what would make the dress truly special. And… I was right! I felt so beautiful on my wedding day, and in my photos I don’t even see any of the things that were causing me to hesitate in the first place. This is a tough situation to be in, but you’re not alone and this will not ruin your wedding or make you feel less special on your day!

Thank you everyone!! I will definitely try adding my own belt/sash or some other pieces to make it more personal! Perhaps trying different accessories will help make the dresses seem more "me". Those are great ideas, thank you everyone!

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View Quoted Comment Ok these are just gorgeous! You have a killer figure and can pull off either of these! Get those accessories & it will be perfect for your day!!

Hi love the first dress! I love the high neck detail 🥰🥰🥰

Girl, with your figure you are going to look incredible in any dress you choose!
I think if you embrace the old Hollywood glam hair & makeup and maybe one “wow” accessory (a statement necklace or earrings? Or maybe a unique veil?) the dress will look perfect!

The first one definitely gives off Marilyn Monroe vibes! I think with a birdcage veil, some statement jewelry, and a red lip you'd nail the Old Hollywood look! Personally, I think adding my veil was what made me feel more "bridal" in my dress, and when I tried it on with my jewelry it sold me on the look. It was hard to really feel like a bride when I was wearing my hair and makeup like I do every day. I felt like I just looked like "me wearing a white dress" vs like a bride until everything came together.