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Savvy September 2024

Wedding dress budget

Wedding, on August 20, 2023 at 4:29 PM Posted in Wedding Attire 6 99
My budget for my wedding dress is $500-$700. My friends said I was WAY UNDER BUDGET!! They were right, all the dresses I like begin at $900 not including alterations; with alterations, I'm looking at $1300- 1500!! I can't see myself paying for a dress ill have on for one day maybe 6hours. But might have to bite the bullet 🤔 😞. Any suggestions.

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Latest activity by Wedding, on September 10, 2023 at 11:41 PM
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    Master July 2019
    Hannah ·
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    Check out websites like Azazie and LuLu’s. They have wedding dresses in your price range. You can also look for sample sales. My dress was a store sample, so it was 50% off and in good condition.
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  • Lisa
    Rockstar July 2022
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    If you find a dress you like that's out of your budget, check to see if you can find a pre-owned dress of that same model! Often times, those dresses are still new with tags, where the previous owner either changed their mind on the dress, or maybe their wedding was cancelled, etc. Pre-owned dresses are typically cheaper than new (even if they still have tags on them). StillWhite, Poshmark, eBay, and Facebook Marketplace would all be good places to check. Also be on the lookout for sample sales from dress shops - those are also usually cheaper to buy than new dresses, and you'd get to take the dress with you that day. Azazie also has cheaper bridal dresses, and they have a program where you can try on the dress at home first before buying.
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    Savvy September 2024
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    Thank you!!!!
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    Savvy September 2024
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    Wow!! Thank you!!
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    Just Said Yes January 2025
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    Etsy and Amazon.. I know it sounds crazy but they have amazing options for under your budget! My sister got her dress from Amazon for around $150! She ordered several, tried them on and then returned the ones she didn’t like. We still booked a fitting at David’s bridal for that whole dress shopping experience lol
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    Rockstar March 2022
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    Resale sites, sample sales, and my biggest tip is look at custom gowns!

    I had a custom made, fully detailed ball gown (lots of layers, ruffles, and beading!) that I got from a trusted Etsy seller for 800. And it fit me perfectly! Saves a lot on alterations too Smiley smile

    Happy to answer questions or share photos!

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    Savvy September 2024
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    This sounds awesome!! Is this person taking referrals? I would love to see pics.
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    Savvy September 2024
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    I'm running to their sites now!!! Thank you
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    Savvy September 2024
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    Thank you!!
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    Savvy September 2024
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    Oh wow!! Thank you!!
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    Just Said Yes September 2023
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    Amazon 😏🤫
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    Savvy September 2024
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    I was on Amazon but none of the suppliers had good reviews. Thank you!!!!!!
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    I second the custom route if you have a specific dress in mind. There are a lot of Etsy sellers who can work off a picture for a fraction of the cost. Just make sure you do your research and find a reputable seller (so check not just in here and the Etsy reviews, but also Reddit because there are very detailed threads about some of the sellers).
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    Savvy September 2024
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    Great information!!! Thank you!!
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    Here is a pic of mine, and her shop!

    https://www.etsy.com/shop/MollyNguyenDesign2?ref=shop-header-name&listing_id=636801383&section_id=24732103

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    Savvy September 2024
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    STUNNING!!!! YOU LOOK AMAZING!!
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  • Jessica
    Just Said Yes November 2023
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    David’s bridal is going out of business! I bought my dress for 475$ originally over 2,000$!
    I would definitely suggest going there!
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    Savvy September 2024
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    Hey Jessica!! You are right!!!!
    Thank you!!
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  • Kenyatta
    Just Said Yes October 2023
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    I'm getting married in October. I bought my dress from a vendor on AliExpress for under $200. The quality is great, and delivery was within three weeks after cleared payment. They can accommodate an array of sizes as well as custom made sizes and colors. AliExpress have hundreds of vendors and every style of dress you can think of. Congratulations and best wishes on your dress journey!

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    Savvy September 2024
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    Kenyatta!! Your dress is beautiful!! Thank you!! I will check them out.
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