Bridal Dresses

Wedding dresses are a cost and design compromise. Wedding dresses can be the most stressful, as well as most gratifying part of planning a wedding. In some situation, a bride-to-be may already have in mind what kind of dress they want. Believe it or not, some women have been researching this since junior high school.

There is also the sense that when the groom sees his bride for the first time in her dress, the dress should compliment her features and build. Like anything else she gets for her wedding, a woman should feel good about her wedding dress purchase. It should be comfortable and flattering and help her feel special on her special day.

With the Internet, brides-to-be can view a number of different styles of wedding dresses before they try something on. They can even purchase their wedding dress online as well. This may seem very convenient, but being fitted properly at a store is still essential. Like any other clothing, different styles of wedding dresses fit differently, and most people find that, especially with their first few choices, a wedding dress look different on the woman than it does in a catalog page or on a rack.

Many brides-to-be are also turning to used wedding dresses as well. This is an affordable avenue for women, and many even sell their dresses back shortly after their wedding. Traditions have changed, and there is very little saving of the bride’s dress for her daughter to wear 25 years later going on today. Doing this requires specific storage techniques so that the dress does not yellow, and it seems to be much more of a hassle than it’s worth to most women today.

For many brides-to-be cost plays a factor in their wedding dress decision. This can be difficult for those who may have champagne taste on a beer budget. And what about all of the low cost wedding dresses not fitting right and the only one that does may be just out of your price range? Yes, these scenarios do come up. The thing to do here is to ask yourself if some other area of your wedding planning can be cut back on a little bit to help you buy the right dress that fits and looks right on you.

Again, while the Internet can save you a lot of gas and leg work, you still should visit a wedding dress shop and talk to a person who is willing to size you and fit you appropriately. Also, input from friends, just like with planning the entire wedding event, can both be helpful and a curse.

It is probably good to have your maid of honor help you with your shopping, she will be able to help you will great ideas and styles, plus you can make a day of it and have some fun. But pay close attention to her tastes and yours, and if she is trying to impose her tastes on your wedding dress purchase, you may want to take her input with a grain of salt, or seek another person’s input.

Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION:
Where can I find used Davids Bridal dresses online?
I found the perfect dress at David's Bridal but it's about twice the price of what I can pay. I tried looking on ebay but I couldn't find the right one. Does anyone know of other sites that sell used wedding dresses? Or do you know if those sites that sell the same designs for cheaper are good?
- ANSWER:
  Go onto ebay.com
  Also davids bridal website does have some online only dresses for sale that cost less. Look through their selection.
  I suggest using a chinese website :
  http://www.thecustomdresses.com/
QUESTION:
Do bridal stores make the dresses that you can buy there?
When my Aunt got married we went to a store that sold specifically bridal gowns and things for bridesmaids. I was just wondering where they get the dresses from? Do they make them themselves, or order and alter pre-existing ones to fit the needs of the brides?

I'd really love to open a bridal dress store when I'm older because they seem so magical.

I didn't know where to post this so I put it in fashion and weddings.
- ANSWER:
  There are a couple ways to be clothes: "off the rack" means that you walk into a store (or go online), find your size, buy it, and leave with the item that day (or have it shipped to you immediately). This is how we usually buy clothes. Some bridal stores do sell dresses off-the-rack, especially some of the bigger warehouse type places.
  
  The other option is to have something "custom-made" (the old-fashioned term for this, which you hear more often in reference to menswear) is "bespoke." This is how most wedding gowns are sold. You pick out the style you like, your measurements are taken, and the item is custom-sewn to fit you. Obviously, this takes longer because there is more labor involved - especially for something like a wedding gown, which often has a lot of layers and embellishment and construction involved. So that's why many brides start shopping for their gowns long in advance - it might take up to several months for that individual's dress to be made and shipped to her.
  
  However, the person running the bridal store usually ISN'T the person making the dress. While some SUPER upscale designer dresses are made in Europe, most wedding dresses are made in China. So the store owner will place the bride's order with a distributor, who will relay the order to the factory, then the factory will make the dress and send it along.
  
  If you're interested in the business side of weddings, I recommend the book "One Perfect Day: The Selling of the American Wedding" by Rebecca Mead. It's not a how-to book, but more of a look at the "wedding industry," and there's a whole beefy chapter on where wedding gowns come from.
QUESTION:
I am looking for Davids Bridal dresses style # 81123 in either Apple Red or Black?
I am looking for Davids Bridal dresses style # 81123 in either Apple Red or Black I need several different sizes so let me know if you or someone you know has one they would like to sell, pre-worn dresses are okay. Thank you.
- ANSWER:
  Look on ebay...best place to find wedding dress's..Millions of them.
QUESTION:
What material is used to make bridal dresses.?
i would like to make my own bridal dresses for my shop.i dont know know any good shops in England where i can get the material.
Which is best satin or polyester/tafetta.
Where can i buy designs /patterns ?
I live in leicester if you know any good leicester shops please just let me know.

cheers
- ANSWER:
  > Silk dupion
  > Duchess Satin
QUESTION:
Do bridal stores make the dresses the sell there?
When my Aunt got married we went to a store that sold specifically bridal gowns and things for bridesmaids. I was just wondering where they get the dresses from? Do they make them themselves, or order and alter pre-existing ones to fit the needs of the brides?

I'd really love to open a bridal dress store when I'm older because they seem so magical.
- ANSWER:
  they are mostly resellers of designers. you try on dresses they have on the racks, and order it to your size. bridal gowns can take up to 6 months to be produced and shipped back to the store, bridesmaids gowns can take up to 4 months.
  
  i think opening a bridal store is an awesome goal. go for it!
QUESTION:
need a good website that has nice asian bridal dresses?
does anyone know any good websites where i can start looking for my 3 bridal dresses for my wedding it is a muslim wedding and my other half is from pakistan. I don't know where to start looking or what i need for the day or should i say days!
Im italian so all the weddings i have ever been to are very traditional and catholic!
any other advise that you could give me would be very useful.
- ANSWER:
  Hope this helps, there is loads of great info about everything on here. Good luck!
  http://www.indianweddingsite.com/
QUESTION:
How much do Eve of Milady bridal dresses cost?
So far, she is my favorite designer. I am curious for a ballpark figure of how much her dresses cost. The prices are, of course, not listed on the website. Don't bother answering if you have no clue. Thanks for your help!
- ANSWER:
  depends where you buy them. i tried on one Eve of Milady dress in one store, and it was 0 ish...but i was at another store and they wanted like 0 for the exact same dress!
  
  i have learned though that wedding dresses arent ever as much as you expect them to be. i was expecting the bottom line for any dress to be at least 0....so when i found my perfect dress for 0 i was very happy!
  
  sorry if that wasnt as specific as you were looking for, but unless its a chain store selling the dress, it will probably be a differant price everywhere you look
QUESTION:
Can my fiance and I both wear bridal dresses like Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, wore?
We were both dazzled by the stunning fashion sense of Catherine, who honestly is a step above the rest of us in every fashion.

Anyway, what would the protocol be if both my future wife and I wanted to wear a similar bridal gown?
- ANSWER:
  lol, very classy & unique
QUESTION:
Good places to find bridal party dresses?
What are some good places to find dresses for a bridal party (mainly the bridesmaids dresses, shoes etc.) And what are links to their sites? Thank you!
- ANSWER:
  heres a really good place, thats pretty cheap, and has really cute things!
  http://www.lightinthebox.com/wholesale-Weekly-Deal_c4603?gclid=CKPJrL704KYCFcbc4AodGmQH2A
  
  also this place:
  http://www.dress2sale.com/Bridesmaid-Dresses
  
  i would really go for the first one though. they have great stuff!
QUESTION:
What is the difference between Wedding Dresses and Bridal Gowns?
Hi There,
Who can tell me What is the difference between Wedding Dresses and Bridal Gowns.
Thanks a million!
- ANSWER:
  There the same one, is just a fancier way to say wedding dress for the upper class boutiques.
  
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QUESTION:
How much are the Disney Bridal dresses?
I am seeing if I would be ble to fford these dresses, so, what is the most i would need to buy any of these dresses?
- ANSWER:
  I know Alfred Angelo, a well known bridal design chain, sells them moderately priced. Here is the link (http://www.alfredangelo.com/Collections/displayCollection.aspx?CategoryId=1975d565-34d2-4d81-90c9-437deabe902d) to their Disney Collection, which is sold online and in stores. All of the dresses are under ,400.00, which is close to the retail price of most designer bridal gowns.
QUESTION:
Where can I find the company that makes American bridal dresses?
I was wedding dress shopping and tried on several dresses by a company named American, which I had never heard of. I liked the dresses, but wanted to look at them online and now can't find anything about them online. The only website I found - americanbridalonline.com has no record of any of the dresses I tried on. Is this a legit company? Can I find anything online by them? Thanks for any help!
- ANSWER:
  check this
  http://www.ubrides.com/
QUESTION:
Has anyone ever bought or are looking to buy a Lazaro bridal dress or dresses from the Jim Hjelm range?
I LOVE these dresses but Lazaro is a New York designer and im all the way down in australia. Can someone tell me whether they are really as good as they look on the website? Would it be worth me getting one from New York? I could probably swing a business trip there, or get my fiance to pick it up if its theyre really as stunning as they look...
- ANSWER:
  I think the Lazaro dresses are beautiful! I just about purchased one for my wedding but then realized that it was out of my budget. They are beautiful dresses, great quality and very expensive. But hey, you get what you pay for right? (I've also worn a Jim Hjelm bridesmaid dress and it was very pretty.)
QUESTION:
I'm living in Austin Texas and I need to be in contact with women that sews bridal dresses?
I need somebody that does fine work sewing dresses with lace and embrodery.
- ANSWER:
  Try PACC -- it's sort of a professional sewing guild.
  
  http://paccprofessionals.org
  
  click on "find a sewing professional"
QUESTION:
How do David's Bridal dresses sizes run?
Tomorrow, I'm going to try on both wedding and bridesmaid's dresses at David's Bridal...do you guys know how they run size wise? For example, if you wear a 6/7 in regular clothes, will you wear like a larger or smaller size in the dresses or about the same? Thanks! I just want to be prepared for tomorrow.
- ANSWER:
  They run on the small size. I wore a size 6 at the time and I actually ended up with a size 10/12. YUP! It was a big jump, but don't worry, it doesn't mean you gained weight. The dresses run very small and they will size them to fit you. That's how all wedding gowns and brides maids dresses are.
  
  Have fun trying on gowns. Try a lot on and bring people with you to help you. When you cry and get all emotional when you look at yourself in the mirror. That's the one! And, don't' let anyone convince you that it isn't the one you love. It's your wedding!!
  
  Congratulations!
QUESTION:
Does anyone know when the fall 2007 davids bridal dresses will be out?
I'm sick of these spring/summer dresses....or is the spring and summer seperate and the summer collection is next? HELP! OH and please do not recommend any other places, i just want people to answer the question as it is, not tell me to go to a different bridal shop or ebay, etc.
- ANSWER:
  They will be out in late August/early September.
QUESTION:
Where can i find Alvina Valenta bridal dresses in the uk?
I am looking for a Alvina Valenta wedding dress designed by Victoria McMillan. As far as i can find out they are only stocked in USA.
- ANSWER:
  Try the link in my source
QUESTION:
What bridal designers make dresses similar to Monique Lhuillier's gowns?
I absolutely love Monique Lhuillier's bridal gowns (i am big into flowers) but I am not into the high prices. Does anyone know of any designers that make cheaper dresses that are similar to her style of wedding dresses? thanks!
- ANSWER:
  Here's an even better option! You can buy a used Monique Lhuillier gown for a fraction of the price. Here's a link to a bunch of them.
  
  http://www.bravobride.com/SearchResults.php?dsgr=54&dsize=&price=&dsilhouette=&dneckline=&local=&dcolor=&offset=1&ob=44&method=5
QUESTION:
How much are Ella Bridal dresses?
I'm curious to know a round-about price for dresses from Ella Bridal (www.ellabridals.com). Please let me know if you have any idea about how much these dresses cost!
- ANSWER:
  Honestly not sure, since they sell their dresses to boutiques. And that would depend on the boutique- how much they would up charge. I looked at the website and there is a store locator on there so I would suggest you go to a retailer that sells Ella Bridal gowns and see what they charge and compare it to other bridal boutiques that sell the same thing. That would give you a honest comparison and if you do not want to spend what they are, the bridal consultant at the store can show you the same style of Ella gown made by someone else to fit whatever budget you are working with. I ran into the same thing when I got married last year. I saw a gown online that didn't have a cost and went to 3 boutiques in 3 cities and they all said a different cost for the same gown made by the same designer. It helps to shop around, I got my gown that was at one boutique for significantly less by negotiating with them since I knew how much other people were asking for the dress. It saved me hundreds of dollars. Good Luck!
QUESTION:
Do David's Bridal stores carry dresses in all sizes for you to try on?
I'm tired of going to a bridal boutique to try on dresses only to find that they only have the standard size 10-12. I can't ever get a realistic idea of what the dress will look like on me.
- ANSWER:
  You're like me! I'm a 0 or a 2, street size. It's almost impossible to like a dress that is sooo big.
  Yes, davids bridal has small sizes...but honestly I went there and was appalled at their lack of service. Granted, I didn't make an appointment, but I was asked by 5 different women if I had "registered" (which I had), and then waited for an hour before finally leaving.
  They wouldn't let me try a dress on without a consultant. One almost took us until the lady at the desk informed her that we were "just looking"...I don't know where she got that impression. It was pretty offensive to me, planning for May and all.
  I suppose I didn't look worthy of service.
  So the hunt continues....maybe if you make an appointment you will be better off, but I refuse to let them be a part of my day now.
  Good luck!
QUESTION:
Who buys the dresses for the bridal party?
We are having a vow-renewal ceremony (wedding), and I am wondering who usually buys the bridal maids/maid-of-honor dresses? Also mother of the bride/groom's dresses? Thanks.
- ANSWER:
  Traditionally, the bride/bride's family picks up the costs of those in the bridal party and this includes the dresses. However, as more couples have started to pay for their own weddings, they have put the cost of being in the wedding back on those participating which means the bridesmaids pay for their own. The mother of the bride and the mother of the groom may choose whatever they wish to wear (although they usually ensure it coordinates with the wedding colors) and are responsible for paying for their own outfits. Congratulations.
QUESTION:
Do they get mad if you try on dresses at the bridal shop with no intention of buying THAT DAY?
I want to go to davids bridal and some shops just to try on dresses to see what style I like for my body, but i have no intention of buying any just yet...do they get mad at places like that for wasting their time? should i tell them im not buyign today?
- ANSWER:
  They shouldn't get mad. Everyone needs to shop around for the "perfect" dress.
QUESTION:
If I buy the dresses, shoes and accessories of the bridal party should I still buy them a gift?
I bought the dresses for the bridal party. I am also buying their shoes, and accessories. Should I still buy them gifts?
- ANSWER:
  I would think the dress was the gift. I understand that it varies with the custom of the area you live in, but in this area, the bridesmaids buy the whole outfit.
  How nice of you to buy the most expensive item!
  You should remember to thank them for being a bridesmaid, and if you like, you could give them a token present, like a framed picture of the bride and groom. But it is not necessary! And I for one, would not be expecting anything else, after you bought me a dress! And the flowers I was going to carry, and a free meal and entertainment at the wedding, and a free meal at the rehearsal dinner...
QUESTION:
What are some canadian sellers of plus size bridal dresses?
- ANSWER:
  I am pretty sure thi place will ship to Canada. They have gorgeous stuff
QUESTION:
On average how much do Alfred Sung wedding dresses cost from a bridal shop?
I absolutely love Alfred Sung dresses, and am just wondering the price range as they don't list on bridal shop website and I don't want to buy online.
- ANSWER:
  My dress was an Alfred Sung and since I dont live in the US but wanted to buy the real thing from a secure store, I called all around the country to inquire if they would order it and send it to me. Well for the same dress I find quite a difference in cost! One place was 1000+, another 800, and finally I chose a shop that was selling for 700. This is the same exact dress mind you, so it depends on the shop and how they set their prices.
  
  I think there are also shops in Canada selling Alfred Sung, so you may want to check into that as well.
QUESTION:
What fabric is David's Bridal dresses made of? Is their taffeta, satin, and organza made of polyester?
- ANSWER:
  babies tears. i think lol
QUESTION:
Are bridesmaids dresses available for immediate pick up at David's Bridal or do they have to be ordered?
I'm looking for a last minute bridesmaid dress. I know that with many wedding dress shops you have to order wedding dresses them months in advance... is it the same with bridesmaid dresses at David's Bridal? It seems like such a large store; I'm hoping that they have a lot of bridesmaids dresses available in varying sizes that I can just try on and take home the same day.
- ANSWER:
  it depends sometimes they have some in stock that you can buy directly, it's just a luck of the draw with styles and sizes. if not, consider the mall-dillards, jc penny, kohls, target and just try to find matching or even slightly mismatched styles for your bridesmaids...
  
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QUESTION:
When do dresses at Davids Bridal go on sale?
I'm having a spring wedding next year 2012. I was thinking of going dress shopping towards the end of the year when spring wedding dresses would most likely go on sale at Davids Bridal. Does anyone know the best time to go or when the dresses would go on sale or if they do?
- ANSWER:
  I got engaged in June and went dress shopping at David's within 2 weeks of getting engaged. My 9 dress was purchased for like 0.
QUESTION:
Should the bridesmaids dresses be made of the same material as the bridal gown?
If the bridal gown is soft, flowy chiffon, should the bridesmaids' dresses be the same?
If the bridal gown is structured, shiny satin, should the bridesmaids' dresses be the same?
- ANSWER:
  ive seen all combinations,i dont think theres a right way to do it
  
  im wearinf satin and im looking at chiffon and silk for my maids.its all down to personal choice really
QUESTION:
Where can I find bridesmaid dresses in a blue similar to "horizon blue" from David's Bridal?
We found some bridesmaid dresses at David's Bridal in horizon blue. Love the color but would like to see what other dresses are out there in that same blue color. Any idea where I can find dresses in a similar color?
- ANSWER:
  http://www.ubrides.com/home.php?cat=710&catexp=710
QUESTION:
What website do I go to to find beach bridal dresses at a good price?
- ANSWER:
  Try http://www.uniqueweddings.org and on the 2nd page there is a tab for gowns- http://www.uniqueweddings.org/Affiliates.html
  
  I got my dress through there and it was inexpensive, even after minor alterations. They have some beeeaautiful dresses that would be great for the beach.
  
  Good luck
QUESTION:
Where can I get flower girl dresses for our wedding other than Davids Bridal?
Where can I find dresses for flower girls?

I was originally going to get them at Davids Bridal. But due to the cost of the dress (such a rip off for little girls dresses) I would like to get them somewhere else.. I need suggestions please. We need to order some asap.
- ANSWER:
  I got my flower girl dresses at my sweet dress. They got various styles of little girl dresses. I saw similar designs in US Angels.
  
  www.mysweetdress.com
QUESTION:
Do you know what bridal salons carry Sophia Tolli wedding dresses?
I was really hoping that kleinfeild or Lori's Bridal would have this wedding dress by sophia- Y1813 Gemma. But they dont carry sophia tolli. Do you know what bridal salons do?
- ANSWER:
  I went to the site and looked and couldn't find any salons listed. Call your local bridal salon and ask. Many can special order or help you get what you want.
  
  Go here: www.sofiatolli.com
  
  You can sign up to win a free dress!
  
  They are beautiful! You have excellent taste!
QUESTION:
Which Bridal dresses suit the bride perfectly if she has pear shaped body ?
- ANSWER:
QUESTION:
ladies if you were getting married how much would you want your girls to pay for their Bridal dresses?
What is a reasonably amount that you would have the girls in your bridal party pay for a Brides dress?? I know for myself if I was getting married I would try to be reasonable and fair to all the girls and not just accomodate to one or too do you agree???
I mean the bridal parties dresses not the Brides dress of course the Bride has to pay for her own dress I am saying the Bridal dresses thanks
- ANSWER:
  Mine were 0 but I am paying for their hair, makeup and the gifts- so they spend 0 and I spend 0 per girl!!
  So it's even!
QUESTION:
Does anyone know how much shorter petite David's Bridal wedding dresses are than the normal length dresses?
Does anyone know how much shorter petite David's Bridal wedding dresses are than the normal length dresses? For instance, if I'm a size 4, how much shorter is the size 4P dress that I can special order in store?
- ANSWER:
  Call one of their stores, they will know.
QUESTION:
Do you have to make an appointment at David's Bridal to go look at dresses for the first time?
My mom came to town for Thanksgiving and we thought about going to David's Bridal to start looking for a dress for my wedding in May. Do you have to have an appointment to go and or try them on?

Thank You!
- ANSWER:
  During the week you shouldn't need an appointment, but you definitely would on the weekend (especially this weekend).
  
  Also, if you're getting married in May, you really need to find a dress and order it soon. I got mine from David's Bridal, and they said it would take 5 months to come in!
QUESTION:
Where I can find these bridal shower invitations, they are cut out bridal dresses on metal miniature hangers?
I saw these invitations on the wedding channel years ago. It looks like a paper doll with a wedding gown on. I have searched many sites but I have not had any luck.
These invitations are not in a card shape. The dress is cut-out from the card.
- ANSWER:
  I saw something similar at Joanns Craft store. See if their web page has them- Joanns.com
  
  Oh and I googled this--->
  
  http://idofoundation.cceasy.com/order/CasPage1.cfm?prev=1&TempPrev=0&blnPreviewRequestSubmitted=0&recordsperpage=12&CompletedOrder=0&sBasketID=0&alogo=1&menu=none&morethanonepage=YES&HostDomain=0&FirstTimeThrough=1&option=CasPage1.cfm&format=BRSCasEnsDT26
  
  Here's another great site (theknot.com)
  
  http://weddingshop.theknot.com/weddingwarehouse/SubCategory.aspx?pVal=1&cTyp=Next&sVal=MostPopular&sTyp=Desc&scId=Bridal%20Showers&cId=Planning
QUESTION:
Is David's Bridal a good place to go for Prom Dresses? Anyone have a good experience with them?
I am looking for a Prom dress and wondering whether or not David's Bridal is a good store. Their dresses seem nice.
- ANSWER:
  YES YES YES! 2 years ago I got my junior prom dress there, it was absolutely gorgeous. I saw it on the website, called to see if they had it in stock at the store, and they did! They held it for me in the size I told them and had it ready when I got there. One of the women stood outside the door waiting for me to come out and really payed attention. It was a gorgeous dress and it was one of their 99 dollar styles but it looked like a million bucks I tell ya! It was fabulous, the end.
QUESTION:
What are good websites for bridal party dresses?
thanks =)
- ANSWER:
  stmarys.com
  davidsbridal.com
  bridesmaid.com
  theknot.com
  brides.com
  onewed.com/dresses
  houseofbrides.com
QUESTION:
Do bridal shops really rip out the tags from dresses?
My mom bought me the book "Bridal Bargains" and it said that most bridal shops tear out the tags from the dresses so you can't actually see who made it or what fabric content is of the dress. Is this true?

I've only been to one bridal shop in the last year but all of the dresses had the original tags on them. I was just wondering if this "tag ripping" policy was really that widespread.
- ANSWER:
  Rip out tags, no.
  
  Remove tags, absolutely. Here is why. Woman on a budget shops for dresses, takes up sales woman's time (she's on commission, you know). Woman has written down the model number and size and manufacturer from the tag and then buys the dress cheaper online. The argument from those who do this is that the stores who remove tags are mean and don't deserve their business. Here's a news flash: if you have no intention of buying from them, they aren't losing any business. Oh, so you won't buy your accessories or bridesmaid dresses there either? That's okay, they fully understand your budget - if discount on the 'net is what you want, you are entitled to buy what you want.
  
  Another argument: The boutique should make money by providing service! Spending hours helping someone so she can buy the dress from somebody else is not a service they are required to provide. The salesperson needs to put food on her table. Of course she enjoys her job. You enjoy yours, too, (hopefully) but you don't do it for no pay.
  
  The person who worked for a dry cleaner is absolutely correct. The dress you *purchase* will have the tags inside. Most smaller stores and boutiques will only have a few dresses in a small range of sizes to help you envision what the dress will look like. The owner will then order the dress from the vendor and have it shipped to the store for you. By the way, the boutique can't return that dress to the vendor, so there are no returns to you, either.
  
  Maybe wedding dress vendors on the internet do take returns. If so, that would be one advantage to doing business with them. Different strokes, and all.
  
  Fiber content of the dress - well, very expensive ones are silk, less expensive ones are polyester, either one is going to be dry clean only - if the ornamentation can be cleaned at all.
  
  David's Bridal = polyester, though in some larger cities where the recession isn't so bad, there may be a few silk. They are all made in China, by factories run by David's Bridal.
QUESTION:
Ladies, have you ever looked through bridal dresses?
Even though you were nowhere near getting married?
- ANSWER:
  No, I wouldn't want to rock the boat!
  
  Please don't give me any fleas either.
QUESTION:
wedding dresses from other than bridal shops?
im looking for wedding dresses but bridal shops seem to have such prom-ish and stiff dresses- not quite what im looking for. anyone know of other places like j.crew or white house black market that have more affordable simple dresses?
im looking for more breezy, simple, classic dresses.
thanks!
- ANSWER:
  Try my favorite store Ann Taylor. Here is the link:
  
  http://www.anntaylor.com/catalog/department.jsp?N=1200029&categoryId=3942&loc=TN
  
  Ann Taylor sells beautiful wedding dresses that are very simple in style.
QUESTION:
Does Kleinfeld Bridal carry Jasmine dresses?
I am getting married in two years, and I recently saw an add for a gorgeous wedding dress by Jasmine. I was wondering if Kleinfeld carried that brand, because that is where my Aunt is taking me to choose my wedding dress. She's paying, so I'm not going to argue the bridal shop. Thank you!
- ANSWER:
  No, Kleinfeld's does not carry Jasmine dresses. Here's Kleinfeld's site which shows the lines they do carry: http://www.kleinfeldbridal.com/index.cfm?pid=50&title=weddinggown
  
  Kleinfeld's is a very swanky store. If you're looking for a Jasmine dress, I suggest you go somewhere that's not as high-end. There are lots of bridal salons in NYC.
QUESTION:
Cheap but quality bridal shops in St. Louis for dresses?
I am looking for low budget but unique place to get a bridal dress. We're having a 20 guest procession and a 300 guest reception; so, traditional we are not. I def. want something classy and elegant any ideas for hidden bridal places who do great work? THANKS SO much for your suggestions!!
- ANSWER:
  I always recommend David's Bridal. They have an amazing selection for dresses, some costing just !
QUESTION:
Can I walk into a bridal store and look at dresses without an appointment?
Im not ready to start trying on dresses for my wedding yet, I just want to start looking at what dresses are in-style around my area. Wedding magazines are good and all, but im past that part in looking for a dress. Is it alright for me to walk into a store and just browse dresses?
- ANSWER:
  This really depends on what's the custom in your local area.
  
  I have never heard of a wedding store that frowns on brides coming in to just look. The stores I'm familiar with LOVE it when brides come to browse, because that's how they drum up business; they wouldn't be able to stay open if they only catered to brides who made appointments. However, the other answerers are likely also right because the stores in their local area probably operate differently than the stores here.
  
  However, if you think you're going to need help when you're there or if you go during a busy time of the week (say, Saturday or Friday evening), you'd be wise to make an appointment. This benefits you, because you can be sure that someone will be available to answer your questions or help you.
  
  Remember that these businesses are there to serve you and to provide you with the service you're buying. You pay the same if you get lots of help or none. Appointments exist for your convenience, not for theirs.
QUESTION:
Is it practical to ask those who would be in your bridal party to wear the same color instead of same dresses?
I am planning a wedding for july and I want it to be very low maintenance and simple but meaningful. I have too many friends who I want to stand with me. If I didn't the bridal party would be too big and it's going to be a small simple production. Plus, we really don't have time to fuss over dresses and fittings and stuff. Is it tacky to have all my friends who would have been bridesmaids to wear black and accesorize identically? My sister and best friend, however, will have different dresses. Please help...
- ANSWER:
  I did that same thing - black dresses of their choice. It looked fine & they could wear them again and they loved it!
QUESTION:
Is it a bad idea to order my bridal and bridesmaid dresses at different stores?
- ANSWER:
QUESTION:
Is there a legitimate website in the U.S. that sells bridal dresses?
I know there are alot of websites that are based out of China. Is there a a site we can order a dress on that isn't a rip off?
any other sites besides david's bridal? It's a great site but their online selection isn't the greatest.
- ANSWER:
  this should help and it is legit.
  
  http://www.davidsbridal.com/HomeView
QUESTION:
Weddings and wedding planning! Plus Bridal dresses?
I will be engaged with my bf? But I don’t know where I can buy the Plus Bridal dresses? Thank you.
- ANSWER:
  What about these......I think that they are beautiful plus size gowns:
  http://www.lachiqueboutique.com/Princess-cut-gown-with-a-sweetheart-banded-neckline-that-flows-into-the-bodicewith-beaded-lace-accents-_p_28-365.html
  http://www.lachiqueboutique.com/Sleeveless-gown-with-a-V-neckline-bodice-filled-by-floral-embroidery-and-beading-sweeping-across-the-bodice_p_28-364.html
  http://www.lachiqueboutique.com/Beautiful-and-elegant-bridal-gown-_p_28-360.html
  http://www.lachiqueboutique.com/Sleeveless-gown-with-scoop-neckline-_p_28-361.html