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For brides on a strict budget bargain wedding dresses are the way to go. This should not and does not mean that you have to settle for second best though, and if you're well-prepared you can find an amazing wedding dress without needing to spend big bucks.
Keep reading for 3 shopping options that will let you find lovely bargain wedding dresses:
1. Search For Your Wedding Dress Online
Your first port of call should be the internet.
There are multiple sizes of dress stores online, all of which usually offer cheaper prices than bridal boutiques that you'll find locally due to their low running costs.
Online stores also frequently have sales, so you may well be able to pick up a dress that is heavily discounted if you look hard enough.
Due to the nature of online shopping it can be risky and take a while, but if you¡¯re prepared and have a good idea of the kind of dress you'd love then searching can be very fruitful.
A great idea to be prepared is to go into town and try on some dresses in a bridal store so you can get a feel for what suits you. Memorize the styles and then you are ready to search online. Hit the online stores and even if you can not find the same dresses that you tried on in person you will find some similar style wedding gowns that you already know will suit you!
If you do have unique needs, such as having a dress in your exact proportions, then websites are also a great option as many offer a custom sizing option that will help you.
If you are going to buy online then just be careful to really understand the store's shipping and returns policy and have a look to see if you can see any positive or negative reviews online before you buy.
2. Wear A Second Hand Dress
There are two ways to get a second hand wedding gown. Buy one from somewhere or see if anyone in your family will give you their for your wedding.
If you opt to buy a second hand dress do not think that this is a bad thing or embarrassing. It's perfectly understandable to want to save on costs in order to secure financially your future together as a couple.
Check online in places like eBay or Craigslist, or the small ads in your local paper. You're bound to find a nice bargain.
On the other hand you could re-wear a dress that's from a family member.
You are not strictly buying this dress, but it would certainly be a bargain.
There's nothing more romantic than wearing a dress that has given pleasure to so many women in your family and imagine how proud your mother and grandmother would feel seeing you taking such an important step in their dress.
Some brides spend an absolute fortune on vintage dresses, but you could bypass this expense just by inquiring of your mom, grandmother or even aunts to see if they still have their dresses.
You'll also have the satisfaction of knowing that you're keeping a wonderful family tradition going (or starting one times) and have your 'something old' covered as well.
3. Hit The Sales In Bridal Boutiques And Stores
If you are canny you will keep an eye on local bridal stores and wait until they have their sales. These kinds of stores do not have as many sales and promotions as online stores, but you can still find highly discounted wedding gowns at certain times if you're lucky.
You should also go in and befriend the staff, in this way you may be given first choice when it comes to buying discontinued lines or sample dresses (that have been tried on a few times) that the store just wants to get rid of.
Hunting for bargain wedding dresses means not being a snob, so if you can bear the thought of buying a 'near new' dress then you can probably save a lot of money and the stores will be happy to sell you them at a reduced price to get them off their hands.
Just watch out as sample dresses may need to be dry-cleaned after you purchase them due to having been worn before.
As you can see, with some creativity and tenacity you will succeed in finding a lovely wedding dress within a strict budget. So give yourself plenty of time, do your homework and go for it!
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Source by Adrian James Leighton
