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Why Are Wedding Dresses So Expensive?

Thursday, March 3rd, 2011

I would bet that this question crosses every bride’s mind at least once during her planning process. From the outside it is sometimes hard to understand why a simple wedding dress may cost more than an intricately designed one. Below are a few things to consider when you are attempting to evaluate the cost of a gown.

Designer: Just as every piece of clothing we buy, the designer really affects the cost. If you’re interested in a Monique, you’re paying for the name just as much as the quality and design.

Fabric: A gown made of synthetic fabrics will certainly cost less than a gown made of real silk. Like I mentioned above, a simple sheath dress may cost more than a detailed gown due to the fabric used to make the dress.

Details: A gown that has intricate hand-cut and hand-sewn details will be more expensive than a gown that has been sewed on a machine.

If your budget doesn’t support a dress made from the highest quality fabric or the most intricate design, try and consider where you can do without. From experience, most brides decide to lessen the quality of the fabric before choosing a different style or design.

Any other tips for buying your wedding gown?

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White by Vera Wang.

Tuesday, March 1st, 2011

You may or may not have heard that the amazingly talented Vera Wang has launched her White collection for David’s Bridal. I’ll be honest, when I first heard she was teaming with David’s Bridal I was pretty shocked. I personally thought (or perhaps think) it’s cheapening her brand but as always the design of the gowns certainly deliver.

The collection is really great for brides who are looking for a stylish gown but don’t necessarily have the budget to support other Vera Wang designs. The price for this collection ranges from $600 to $1,400. The collection also includes accessories and will soon include bridesmaid dresses and shoes.

According to a Q&A with Vera, the gowns include the same aesthetic as her other designs, including the use of lace, taffetta, tulle, organza, chiffon and hand-cut details.

Now I’m interested in your opinion: Would you buy a Vera Wang gown from David’s Bridal? Would you sacrifice quality customer service for a more stylish design?

{Information and photos were taken from the David’s Bridal website.}

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A Colored Wedding Dress? Why not!

Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011

Recently a bride expressed some concern about the appropriateness of wearing a colored wedding dress rather than a white or ivory gown on her wedding day.

It took me a moment to respond to her (I had to catch my breath after jumping for joy at the thought!) but once I did the answer was simple. Of course you do not need to wear a white or ivory dress on your wedding day. Your wedding should be a reflection of your personalities and really, you can wear anything that you’d like.

While I love the thought of thinking outside of the box and wearing a bright color or pattern, I caution you to ensure the color is complimentary to you and that you really feel comfortable rocking a “non-traditional” look.

Also, my best advice for searching for the perfect colored dress is to head straight to a bridesmaid boutique. Most designers offer dresses in a variety of colors and it will certainly help you narrow down your search.

P.S. If you’re concerned that wearing a colored wedding dress might be too trendy, read this!

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The Limited’s New Wedding Boutique!

Wednesday, February 2nd, 2011

Remember my post about magazine worthy dresses on a budget? Well, The Limited has recently introduced their Weddings and Events Boutique, including wedding gowns, bridesmaid’s attire, and even some fun reception dresses. The best part is they are all seriously budget friendly. Here are some of my favorites!

Which one is your favorite?

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Magazine Worthy Dresses on a Budget.

Wednesday, January 12th, 2011

Has anyone else ever noticed that when you pick up a wedding magazine the cover is almost always accessorized with some big-name, higher price-tag wedding dress? I noticed this recently when browsing a local wedding publication and began thinking. I understand the cover of a wedding magazine needs to be eye-catching and beautiful, but do they all have to showcase Monique Lhuillier? Don’t get me wrong, I would have loved (that’s an understatement) to wear a Monique on my wedding day but it just wasn’t realistic. So, why let brides fall in love with a dress on the cover that they may not be able to afford with their entire wedding day budget?

Anyway, I wanted to show you that you can easily have a magazine worthy dress on a lower budget. See for yourself. The dresses below all cost right around or less than $1,000. Aren’t they gorgeous?

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City Bride Style | Audey Bridesmaid Dresses.

Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010

Lately my posts have been filled with motherly advice and lots of nagging but today I am sharing with you one of my new favorite style ideas in the wedding industry.

I introduce to you Audey, a designer who has embraced the idea of letting your bridesmaids rock their personal style. Audey has created a bridesmaid line that is completely customizable, allowing your ladies to choose both a top and a skirt that is flattering for them. Some of the top options include boatneck, strapless and triangle and for the bottom, pencil, circle and pleated skirts.

Aren’t they so fun and beautiful? And the patterns, oh I love the patterns!

Not only will your bridesmaids look ultra stylish but they will have bonded during the designing process and will feel more comfortable on your wedding day. I love that Audey has created an experience out of bridesmaid dress shopping.

Now you want your very own Audey dress, don’t you? Well, you are in luck! These dresses can be designed at Miss Ruby Boutique and if you come in on a Saturday I may be able to help you!

And, since you know I love bonus points, the designer of this line will be in Milwaukee in a couple weeks to help brides design the best dresses for their maids. Contact Miss Ruby to set up your private appointment.

Happy Designing!

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