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When shopping for bridal gowns, most brides will usually go traditional bridal salons. When you want a classic wedding dress, this is a great option, but for brides looking for a more simple gown, a bridal shop may not be your only choice. These are some ideas on creative places to shop for bridal gowns.
The first step to finding your dream gown is identifying your style. Are you looking for something vintage, eclectic, hip, inexpensive, or unique? This will help to guide you to the types of places that may have a great dress for you. Be open to trying gowns that you had not pictured, and by all means, ask recently married friends for suggestions.
Many of the newest bridal gowns on the runways are inspired by vintage fashion. If this appeals to you, why not go right to the source? It is possible to find stunning wedding gowns at vintage or antique shops for a fraction of the cost of a new vintage inspired gown. When shopping for vintage, it is important to be educated about what you are looking at. Inspect the gowns carefully for damage, dry rot (often seen in lace), or embellishments that are glued on instead of stitched on (common in the 1970s, and a very big problem when it comes to cleaning and alterations). Find out if the vintage shop will let you buy a gown on approval to take to your seamstress to see if it can be altered to fit you properly.
Women today love the ease of shopping online, and many will use the internet as a starting point when seeking out a wedding dress and bridal jewelry. You will often find very nice bridal accessories, such as crystal jewelry, veils, and shoes available online, but be careful about buying a wedding gown sight unseen. The best source for internet gowns is a well-known retailer that has a special occasion collection, like J Crew. They offer chic streamlined styles for the modern bride, as well as easy return policies, in case you do not love the dress when it arrives. Unlike some of the so-called "discount" online gown retailers, when you go with a well-known clothing company, you will know that they are reputable.
When you are looking for a gown that is offbeat or non-traditional, also check out your local boutiques. Especially in major cities, there are little shops that carry unique and beautiful styles appropriate for weddings or other special occasions. You might just find the perfect little beaded or hand-sewn dress that will give you the one-of-a-kind look that you have always imagined.
For brides on a tight budget, you can look into places that have gowns for resale. Search adds in the newspaper, high end thrift shops, and local online marketplaces like Craig's List. It is very important not to buy a gown from one of these sources sight unseen, because you do not want to get stuck with a dress that is not what you expected or that does not fit. Also keep in mind that wedding gowns run about two sizes smaller than regular clothing, so if you usually wear a size six, scan the ads listing size eight or ten gowns for sale.
With a bit of creativity, brides can find all sorts of interesting choices for wedding gowns. Do not be afraid to think outside of the box when you are searching for the dress of your dreams. Whatever your style or budget, there is a perfect wedding gown out there just waiting for you to find it.
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Source by Laura Firenze
