Your wedding dress will probably be the most expensive clothing you will buy for yourself. And of course, you will just wear it once. You need to look at many factors and get it right. It has to be valuable, flatter your face and figure and yes, it has to fit your budget.
Here are some tips to get it right:
The Early bird gets a bargain
So start shopping early. The best time is right after the engagement. This way you will not feel rushed. You should aim to purchase one about six to eight months before the wedding. You can be selective, attend to the detailing and the embroidery, and what is more, you just might get a beautiful one at a discount since you have plenty of time to hunt down a bargain.
Visualize the most perfect dress
High class bridal salons ask you about your wedding, the decor, the style and then suggest you the best one. Moreover, they offer you a selection of what goes best with your figure and style. Learn the basics and perhaps you can browse the bridal magazines and get one which is good and suited to your wedding party and appearance.
Prices you can expect
Recent market surveys have estimated the average cost of a wedding dress to be $700-$800. Of course designer dresses cost much more. Maggie Sottero offers a wide range and so does Alfred Angelo. The prices start as low as $400 and go up to $1500.
Salons price them much higher. The fabric they use is natural and the detailing is excellent quality. There would be around $2000 and $4000. Brides with a higher amount of spending money can indulge their impeccable taste by buying gowns ranging from $6000 to much higher. In such a situation the tailors work closely with you and you go for fittings so that the gown seems to flow with your body. Its perfect. They are hand stitched and hand embroidered.
Even a very modest estimate would be as follows
Cost of wedding dress $900 to $1500, Cost of alteration extra
The headpiece $200 to $350
Shoes $50
Budget yourself
First of all check your finances and decide how much you can spend on your gown. This will save you time. You will be able to decide which bridal salons are within your budget and which are not. Browse the internet and bridal magazines. You will get a fair idea about the price range and you can be realistic.
The rule of the thumb is that your wedding gown should not cost more than 10% of the expense of your wedding reception.
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Monday, June 29, 2009
Thursday, June 25, 2009
What to do with your wedding dress after the wedding
You spent countless hours searching for that perfect wedding dress and had a magical wedding wearing it but now that it is over, the big question arises about what to do with the precious wedding dress. Once dry-cleaned and stored a bride may look for options which tell her exactly how the memorable dress can be used apart from being tucked away as an heirloom.
One option is to trash the dress. Now that the commitment of eternal love has been made, make use of the wedding dress. Roll on the grass, meet the waves of the ocean and do all sort of amazing things wearing the wedding dress. Get yourself clicked by the trashthedress.com photographers or a friend. Preserve those memories of a great wedding and the most romantic honeymoon. Hang the snaps around your home or make an album for generations to see. Have fun.
Those who believe in social causes and charity can make their wedding gown appear on another aisle by donating it to various organizations. There are such organizations across the globe and can be contacted online. One can give it at the non profit bridal wear shops also, where they resell them at discounted rates.
Getting creative is the best way to use the expensive garment. If the wedding dress is a short and trendy one or a cocktail dress one can wear it again with some alterations or even dying them in dark rich colors.
The wedding gown or dress can be turned into christening gowns for children or recycled to make an elegant bridal handbag, purses, handkerchiefs or tissue pouches for some other brides. One can also make absolutely adorable pillows, table cloths etc with it. A more creative way is to use it for new baby’s bed Lenin or blanket cover. A first communion gown for a girl in the family is a creative reuse of the wedding dress.
Get the long gown chopped into a stunning cocktail dress and add embellishments to it if desired. Remove the sleeves and make it a strapless or off shoulder dress for those formal, semi formal and summer parties. A dressy blouse or frock is desirable option.
Use the lace and veil to make small window curtains. Use them as edging on towels or jewelry boxes.
Instead of sealing it in a coffin like box, get creative to use your wedding gown or dress.
One option is to trash the dress. Now that the commitment of eternal love has been made, make use of the wedding dress. Roll on the grass, meet the waves of the ocean and do all sort of amazing things wearing the wedding dress. Get yourself clicked by the trashthedress.com photographers or a friend. Preserve those memories of a great wedding and the most romantic honeymoon. Hang the snaps around your home or make an album for generations to see. Have fun.
Those who believe in social causes and charity can make their wedding gown appear on another aisle by donating it to various organizations. There are such organizations across the globe and can be contacted online. One can give it at the non profit bridal wear shops also, where they resell them at discounted rates.
Getting creative is the best way to use the expensive garment. If the wedding dress is a short and trendy one or a cocktail dress one can wear it again with some alterations or even dying them in dark rich colors.
The wedding gown or dress can be turned into christening gowns for children or recycled to make an elegant bridal handbag, purses, handkerchiefs or tissue pouches for some other brides. One can also make absolutely adorable pillows, table cloths etc with it. A more creative way is to use it for new baby’s bed Lenin or blanket cover. A first communion gown for a girl in the family is a creative reuse of the wedding dress.
Get the long gown chopped into a stunning cocktail dress and add embellishments to it if desired. Remove the sleeves and make it a strapless or off shoulder dress for those formal, semi formal and summer parties. A dressy blouse or frock is desirable option.
Use the lace and veil to make small window curtains. Use them as edging on towels or jewelry boxes.
Instead of sealing it in a coffin like box, get creative to use your wedding gown or dress.
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Causal Weddings the Latest Trend for Brides
So, you are now engaged to be married. What kind of wedding are you going to have? The latest trend is for couples to go with more causal weddings then full productions. You may have decided that a more causal wedding is what you want to do, though the question is now what?
With young couples's busy schedules, causal weddings are a great idea. With the price a big production wedding can be a strain on new couples getting started in life. Causal wedding allow for a memorable and classy wedding which will still be day to remember.
Invitations
With today's basic graphic computer people can now make classic looking wedding invitations without shelling out the expense. Pick the paper you would like from the store and most basic software packages that comes with your computer has programs for designing invitations and making them personal to you.
Wedding Dress
The latest trend is classy and sexy wedding dresses without long trains. A causal wedding dress still can be just as beautiful with sexy v-necks and open backs. Online allows brides to get wedding dress at low prices.
Bridesmaids Dresses
What to make your bridesmaids love you more than ever. Instead of bright colored dress that they will never wear again nor want to, pick a dress from one of your favorite clothing stores. A classy summer dress can look beautiful and used again.
Flowers
Everyone stills wants flowers at your wedding. It is important to find the right amount of flowers based on the location for your weddings. Many people spend too much time thinking about the flowers which they will never remember in the end.
Reception
The reception is a time for your guest to visit and interact. Often weddings bring people together who haven't seen each other for some time. Most intimate places like a friends or family member's backyard or a personal friend's quite location allows your guest to interact. Many standard locations for weddings place everyone in special seats in a large room and lose the intimacy that your causal wedding can provide.
Music
With everyone having an IPOD or MP3 player, you would be surprised what a DJ your friends and family can be. Set your music player to a set schedule of songs and no one has to worry about the music all night. Working together with friends and family you can compile every song that you would want.
Bridal Online Store has the latest trends in casual wedding dresses and all your wedding dress selections.
Thursday, March 12, 2009
4 Tips for Saving Money on Your Wedding Online
Four Ways you can use the internet to save money on your wedding.
Wedding Planning Tips
Wedding Planning Tips
- Purchase expenisve items like wedding dress online. Make sure it is an American company like Bridalonlinestore.com.
- You make your wedding gifts unique by finding things not easily found locally. Most website will negotiate if you are going to buy a bunch of any item.
- You can online services or your own blog for people rsvp and save money on paper and postage. People can also post their wedding photos to flick.com.
- Realize that lavish doesn't make a great wedding. Making a great environment for friends and family is what matters and you don't have to worry if you pay less for your wedding.
Friday, January 2, 2009
A Few Tips for Your Wedding
Don’t have a Cash Bar
When it comes to the alcohol being served at your reception, it is entirely up to you. Whether you want to have full bar, limited cocktails, or no alcohol at all will be based on different factors including the budget. The one option that is not recommended is a Cash Bar. The guests should be gracious enough to accept what is being offered to them.
Wear Flats
A large number of brides have feedback after the reception that they wish they had worn flats instead. As a bride you should expect to stand for 8-12 hours on your wedding day. Be sure to break in your shoes in advance. Unexpected blisters can form after a few hours on your feet, even with wearing flats.
Have faith in your D.J.
D.J.'s are usually the wedding vendor most closely managed by couples. Too many song requests may actually impede the flow of your party. You hire your D.J. to judge when to play what music. You wouldn't instruct your Caterer step by step on how to prepare food, or your Photographer on what angles and lenses to use. Limit your D.J. request list to a few favorites and a do-not-play list of only the songs you cannot stand. Do not get carried away and have some trust.
Prioritize
What really matters most to you, the photographer, the music and dancing, the food and wine, the decorations, or being able to accommodate a large guest list? Put your money towards what you care about. You will have regrets if you skimp on what really counts. When you, the Bride and Groom are not footing the bill yourselves however, you may have to forfeit some financial decision-making. If this is the case you will need to compromise on certain priorities or if you really want that pricey photographer offer to pay for one yourself.
Have a Wedding Coordinator
With no Director there are too many details left to too many people at your ceremony. Having a Wedding Coordinator allows for one person to coordinate your wedding party processional, music, minister, seating guests and to resolve any unexpected last minute complications. A Coordinator will ease the stress level of everyone, including you, tremendously on your wedding day. So if your location does not include a Wedding Day Coordinator who also directs your rehearsal, hire your own. A Wedding Coordinator may be much more affordable than you think.
Be Smart about your Bachelor or Bachelorette party
DO NOT hold your Bachelor or Bachelorette party the night before your wedding! This may seem like a no-brainer but many brides and grooms still practice the archaic ritual of drinking all night on that fatal evening. It is simply not worth it, as the Bride/Groom and your attendants will no doubt feel tired, look tired, have a hangover, or worse be sick walking down the aisle. If necessary, request that any out of town attendants arrive a day earlier to help you to prepare and celebrate a different night.
When it comes to the alcohol being served at your reception, it is entirely up to you. Whether you want to have full bar, limited cocktails, or no alcohol at all will be based on different factors including the budget. The one option that is not recommended is a Cash Bar. The guests should be gracious enough to accept what is being offered to them.
Wear Flats
A large number of brides have feedback after the reception that they wish they had worn flats instead. As a bride you should expect to stand for 8-12 hours on your wedding day. Be sure to break in your shoes in advance. Unexpected blisters can form after a few hours on your feet, even with wearing flats.
Have faith in your D.J.
D.J.'s are usually the wedding vendor most closely managed by couples. Too many song requests may actually impede the flow of your party. You hire your D.J. to judge when to play what music. You wouldn't instruct your Caterer step by step on how to prepare food, or your Photographer on what angles and lenses to use. Limit your D.J. request list to a few favorites and a do-not-play list of only the songs you cannot stand. Do not get carried away and have some trust.
Prioritize
What really matters most to you, the photographer, the music and dancing, the food and wine, the decorations, or being able to accommodate a large guest list? Put your money towards what you care about. You will have regrets if you skimp on what really counts. When you, the Bride and Groom are not footing the bill yourselves however, you may have to forfeit some financial decision-making. If this is the case you will need to compromise on certain priorities or if you really want that pricey photographer offer to pay for one yourself.
Have a Wedding Coordinator
With no Director there are too many details left to too many people at your ceremony. Having a Wedding Coordinator allows for one person to coordinate your wedding party processional, music, minister, seating guests and to resolve any unexpected last minute complications. A Coordinator will ease the stress level of everyone, including you, tremendously on your wedding day. So if your location does not include a Wedding Day Coordinator who also directs your rehearsal, hire your own. A Wedding Coordinator may be much more affordable than you think.
Be Smart about your Bachelor or Bachelorette party
DO NOT hold your Bachelor or Bachelorette party the night before your wedding! This may seem like a no-brainer but many brides and grooms still practice the archaic ritual of drinking all night on that fatal evening. It is simply not worth it, as the Bride/Groom and your attendants will no doubt feel tired, look tired, have a hangover, or worse be sick walking down the aisle. If necessary, request that any out of town attendants arrive a day earlier to help you to prepare and celebrate a different night.
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