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Savvy September 2024

Wedding dress budget

Wedding, on August 20, 2023 at 4:29 PM

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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...
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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    Dedicated August 2024
    Amber ·
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    Wow! Your dress is beautiful!!! I would have never known you got it at such an affordable price!

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    Just Said Yes March 2024
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    David’s bridal IS NOT going out of business. They were bought by another company but still staying as David’s Bridal. They have sales for dresses they’ve had in stock FOR YEARS and currently making room for new inventory
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    Just Said Yes March 2024
    Deb ·
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    David’s bridal has dresses on sale and clearance.
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  • Mario & Claudia
    Just Said Yes September 2023
    Mario & Claudia ·
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    Awbridal.com and wedboom.com also have beautiful options.

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    Just Said Yes September 2023
    Radmila ·
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    Check out Vow'd Weddings. Some dresses under $1,000 and they will drop down to sale prices even with several sizes left. All dresses are kept in stock so you can receive it within a couple weeks.
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  • Kris
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    Kris ·
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    Check for clearance dresses, too! Mine was $800, and I got it for $150 because it was getting phased out. I bought it off the rack and had it altered so it fit me.

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    Just Said Yes February 2027
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    I have a similar budget (about $500). If you know someone who knows how to sew (like REALLY sew and create) gowns and dressing along the lines of wedding dresses or high end cosplay, etc, you might see if they are willing to help you out. Fabric is not cheap, but it is cheaper than buying brand new (and even used) in some cases.
    My plan (I am just under a month engaged) is to make my wedding dress with my mother, and possibly with a friend's help. But there are years of experience in the family; and various friends in theatre and cosplay.

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  • Jessica
    Just Said Yes November 2023
    Jessica ·
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    I live in Texas and over 13 stores are shutting down and 144 jobs have been cut. I also worked there and was just laid off.
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  • Wedding
    Savvy September 2024
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    That sounds amazing. I am looking at this as a strong option
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  • Kelly
    Super October 2023
    Kelly ·
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    You could try stores that sell seconds or previous years' models. I got my satin ballgown from a place like that for $800.

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    Savvy September 2024
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    Wow!! Nice! Thank you
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    Beginner March 2024
    Angmariee ·
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    Doris wedding and JJs House are website that have wedding dresses too! I hope you find your dream DRESS within your budget 😊
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  • Allison
    Just Said Yes October 2023
    Allison ·
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    I'm going the vintage route. I've bought several 1930s dresses since I'm buying online and can't try on. All three dresses were $200 - $350. Look at vintage and second hand options.
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    Rockstar October 2023
    Cece ·
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    I would caution against Doris- they are one of those cheap knock off sites
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    Savvy September 2024
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    Ok thank you!!
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    Savvy September 2024
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    Sounds very nice!!! Thank you!!
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    Savvy April 2024
    Countryangel707 ·
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    My dress budget is less than $300. I can't imagine spending more than that on a dress. Amazon has lots of cute options. 😊
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    Just Said Yes October 2024
    Samantha ·
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    The last two weddings I have been to the brides dress was under $100, (one was $20 and absolutely gorgeous). Both were purchased through amazon. Reverse image search any that you like to ensure it's the original vendor and not a terrible knockoff. You can also order multiple dresses and return what you don't like. Consignment stores are also an option but stock will be more limited.
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    Savvy September 2024
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    Excellent idea!! Thank you
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    Savvy September 2024
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    Thank you!! You wasn't nervous about the quality or getting scammed?
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