Wedding season is in full swing and for brides-to-be with a wedding around the corner, that means it’s time to start thinking about… the dress!
But if you’re on a budget, your dream gown might be out of reach. So how can you save money on your wedding dress?
Plan ahead.
There are plenty of ways to buy a gown at a discount. First, plan ahead if you can because early birds can often get great deals.
“If you have time, you can search online for clearance sales,” said Andrea Woroch, a consumer and money-saving expert. “Or wait until after the holidays to shop, as department stores and boutiques will offer discounts to make room for new spring merchandise.”
You can also try shopping for dresses off season as well – late fall for spring weddings or late winter for fall weddings.
Wedding season is in full swing, and if you’re still on the hunt for your dream gown, then you know how expensive it can be. But if you’re willing to be a little creative with your search, you can find the wedding dress of your dreams at an affordable price. Here are five places to start looking!
1. Have a friend make it.
If you have a friend who sews, ask her to make your dress. Most of them will give you a great deal, and it will be exactly what you want. If she says no (for whatever reason), then see if she has any friends or family who might help out. You never know what connections your friends have!
2. Buy from a sample sale.
Sample sales are a great way to find designer dresses at discounted prices, since most designers offer them as a way to clear out their inventory for a new collection. The sales tend to happen around once or twice a year, so keep an eye out for announcements from local stores near you on social media or through their mailing list. Some stores also offer off-season sales on their inventory throughout the year as well, so ask about those as well!
3. Buy used online.
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Wedding season is here. And with it comes the joy, stress and expense of planning a wedding. The average wedding costs $30,000 and that’s not even counting the dress. The average cost of a wedding dress is $1,631. But you don’t have to spend that much money to look amazing on your big day.
Here are a few ways to cut down on the cost of your dress.
If you’re open to buying a used dress, check out sites like Still White or Once Wed where you can buy or rent second-hand dresses for much less than their original price. Just make sure you try them on before buying them online!
You can also rent gowns at places like Rent the Runway and Little Borrowed Dress. You can rent gowns on these sites for less than $100 and return them when you’re done.
And if you want a brand new designer gown but aren’t willing to pay top dollar for it, consider shopping during the off season when stores are trying to clear inventory from last year’s dresses.
If you’re getting married during the summer months, congratulations! But consider yourself warned: It’s wedding season, and your wallet may be next in line for a vow renewal.
According to research by WeddingWire.com, the average cost of a wedding gown is $1,034. That’s just one item on an endless list of things you’re going to be spending money on this season, from your bridal shower to the bachelorette party with all of your besties. And we haven’t even gotten to the honeymoon yet!
So what can you do to make sure that your dress doesn’t break the bank? We’ve got some tips up our sleeve — erm, rather up our lace sleeves — that will help save you some money while still looking like a million bucks.
Whether you are shopping for your wedding dress or looking for a gown for a special occasion, you’ll find it all at The Bridal Garden. We have hundreds of couture gowns and dresses from top designers including Vera Wang, Monique Lhuillier, Marchesa and Carolina Herrera. Save up to 75% off retail prices!
Our inventory is constantly changing. If you’re looking for the perfect dress or accessory, visit us in person to see our latest collection. You never know what you’ll find!
You’ve probably already heard that the average wedding in the U.S. costs around $27,000. As the bride, your dress can cost about 10% of that budget, according to The Knot’s 2017 Real Weddings Study. That’s at least $2,700 for just one dress you’ll probably only wear once!
But don’t panic: You’re going to look stunning no matter what you spend. And there are plenty of ways to save on your wedding dress. Here are our best tips to help you cut costs and get more bang for your buck on the most important piece of your big day.
So you’ve said “yes to the dress” and now you need accessories. Can’t afford a new headpiece or necklace? You can probably make your own with some simple supplies.
For a DIY veil, all you need is tulle, ribbon and pins. For the perfect headpiece, try a piece of fabric and bobby pins. For flower girl dresses, you can use tulle to create adorable ruffled skirts. Tie them in the waist with a ribbon that coordinates with your wedding colors.