If you are a bride, you might be thinking about how to save on your wedding gown. Most gowns cost hundreds to thousands of dollars, especially if you have your eye on a Vera Wang or a Carolina Herrera number. These dresses are not cheap, and even if you intend to pass your gown off as an heirloom someday, the fact remains that you are only going to wear it once. Fortunately, you can find many affordable alternatives to designer wedding gowns that will look as good on you as any designer frock. Here are some tips on how to score the wedding gown of your dreams without having to splurge.
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- Go vintage. Vintage wedding dresses are all the rage right now and for a good reason. Vintage wedding dresses offer classic styles and cuts, and most of them come with better stitching and detail than most modern dresses today. You can find designer wedding dresses in most vintage shops that costs much less than newer dresses.
- Go for replicas. If there is a designer wedding dress that has caught your eye but you are not willing to spend thousands of dollars for just one dress, replicas are the next best thing. Most department stores come out with their versions of thousand dollar dresses that only cost around $200 to $300 as soon as the real dresses come out. Replicas offer a perfect price if you want something elegant and stylish that will not burn a hole in your fiancé’s wallet.
- Go for thrift store finds. Thrift stores are a great way to find both vintage and classy pieces that, although previously used, can still make you look like a million bucks on your wedding day. The key to landing a great find in thrift stores is to do a lot of digging. The most amazing finds are often those located at the farthest end of the rack, or the bottom of the pile. Alterations are often assured if you buy your wedding dress at a thrift store, but these will also allow you to give your wedding gown a personalized touch.