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24	Error Duplicate ID icon-pinterest. On line 596, column 28 facebook"> <svg viewBox="0 6 56.693 48.5" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path d="M40.43 21.74h-7.645v-5.015c0-1.883 1.248-2.322 2.127-2.322h5.395V6.125l-7.43-.03c-8.248 0-10.125 6.175-10.125 10.126v5.52h-4.77v8.53h4.77v24.136h10.033V30.27h6.77l.875-8.53z"/></svg> </symbol> <symbol id="icon-pinterest"> <svg
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26	Error Duplicate ID icon-tiktok. On line 598, column 25 interest"> <svg viewBox="10 8 11 15" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path d="M10 13.048c0 1.39.505 2.626 1.588 3.087.177.075.337.002.388-.203.036-.14.12-.5.158-.648.052-.203.032-.274-.11-.45-.313-.384-.513-.88-.513-1.585 0-2.046 1.47-3.87 3.82-3.87 2.08 0 3.228 1.322 3.228 3.092 0 2.33-.99 4.297-2.458 4.297-.81 0-1.42-.7-1.225-1.557.233-1.023.684-2.128.684-2.867 0-.66-.34-1.213-1.047-1.213-.83 0-1.496.894-1.496 2.09 0 .764.248 1.28.248 1.28l-.998 4.403c-.296 1.307-.044 2.91-.023 3.07.013.097.13.12.184.047.076-.104 1.063-1.375 1.4-2.644.094-.36.545-2.22.545-2.22.27.534 1.056 1.006 1.894 1.006 2.49 0 4.183-2.368 4.183-5.538 0-2.4-1.948-4.63-4.908-4.63C11.858 8 10 10.75 10 13.046z"/></svg> </symbol> <symbol id="icon-tiktok"> <svg
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data-sc-sticky-offset="125" data-sc-ad-label-height="16" data-sc-ad-track-spacing="100" data-sc-min-track-height="250" data-sc-max-track-height="600" data-sc-breakpoint="50em" data-sc-load-immediate="5" data-sc-content-positions="[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]" data-bind-scroll-on-start="true"> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> You may have imagined your wedding dress your entire life, from how it'll make you feel when you're walking down the aisle to the way it'll sparkle or flow in photos. But now that you’re getting married and it’s actually time to <a href="https://www.brides.com/average-wedding-dress-cost-4799007" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">make that big purchase</a>, you're at a loss. Specifically, just how much should you spend on this singular look? Should you shell out thousands of dollars for a one-of-a-kind masterpiece, or buy something you love <em>enough </em>even if it isn’t unique? </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-1" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-2" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> Like most people, you probably don’t have an unlimited <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/wedding-budget-guide-allocating-funds-staying-on-track" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">budget</a>. You’re also all too aware that you’ll only wear your bridal gown once, which could be a bit unsettling given the other things you have to pay for, like flowers and food. On top of that, your wedding dress isn't the only fashion expense you likely have on your list, as accessories, like shoes and a veil, can be costly—in addition to hair and makeup on the big day. </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-3" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-4" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> To help fill in the gaps (and try to ease your mind), we spoke with seven real-life brides about how much their <a href="https://www.brides.com/gallery/wedding-dress-shopping-tips" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">wedding dresses</a> cost and the factors they considered when making this special purchase. Here are their stories. </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-5" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-6" class="comp related-link mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-featuredlink mntl-sc-block-featuredlink mntl-block"> <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/real-brides-wedding-dress-redo" rel="nocaes" id="mntl-sc-block-featuredlink__link_1-0" class=" mntl-sc-block-featuredlink__link mntl-text-link" data-tracking-container="true" data-tracking-id="featured-link" ><span class="link__wrapper">15 Real Brides Share What They Would Have Changed About Their Wedding Dresses</span></a> </div> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-7" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-lisa-g-155940"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-8" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Lisa G., $1,559.40 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-9" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $1,559.40 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-10" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-11" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>"[My partner and I] set a wedding budget and decided on our top wedding priorities. My dress went into this category, along with having a restorative yoga class the morning of the wedding and having an amazing wedding celebrant. Our <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/how-much-parents-pay-for-their-childrens-weddings" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">parents contributed money</a>, but we have had full say over how we wanted to allocate the money." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-12" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-13" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> &#34;I wanted a high-quality fabric so I was mindful of the feel of the silk and lace. You can tell so much about the quality of the dress by the feel of the fabric. My wedding dress has beautiful lace, comes in at the waist, and flows at the bottom. It&#39;s stunning and suits my hourglass figure and our picnic-style wedding.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-14" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-15" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you stick to your budget? </strong>"I browsed shops before booking an appointment. I had a shop in mind. I selected [my] <a href="https://www.brides.com/bridal-appointments-during-coronavirus-5076350" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">bridal shop</a> as everything in the store was within my price range, so I could try on any dress without worrying about the price tag. </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-16" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-17" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> The store I selected had a closing-down sale, and I was the first person to see the announcement and book an appointment! This meant that I had the pick of the bunch, and I fell head over heels with a beautiful dress. It was 40 percent off so I was able to purchase a $2,599 dress for $1,559.40. That&#39;s a saving of $1,039.60, and I would have happily paid full price as I absolutely love my dress!! </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-18" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-19" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> I also tried to be thrifty. For example, I purchased the <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/style-tips-on-choosing-veil-for-your-wedding-dress" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">veil</a> second-hand at a closing down sale and negotiated the price from $100 to $50." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-20" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-shannon-o-8500"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-21" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Shannon O., $8,500 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-22" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $8,500 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-23" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-24" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>"My parents and I had lengthy discussions about what we wanted to spend the most money on. We decided to <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/how-much-do-wedding-flowers-cost-carmel-valley" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">spend the most on flowers</a> and décor. My mom wanted a whimsical Christmas wedding at the Colony Hotel in Palm Beach, with amazing Christmas trees everywhere and fresh flowers. So, the budget was originally $5,000 for the dress." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-25" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-26" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What factors went into your budget? </strong>&#34;I’ve always loved timeless styles with a bit of trendiness. I never wanted to wear a wedding dress everyone else would have.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-27" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-28" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> "The wedding was <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/how-to-throw-a-classy-christmas-wedding" class="pseudoStyle" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">Christmas-themed</a> in Palm Beach in December so I knew I wanted long sleeves. I have always been obsessed with Monique Lhuillier's wedding gowns. They are so timeless but unique! I had seen a photo of this wedding dress before I even got engaged and knew it was the one, even though I knew it probably wasn’t in the budget. We went to Chic Parisien, a bridal salon in Miami, knowing they had the dress in stock. My mom and grandma insisted I try it on (just to see...!). <span class="mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot-inline"></span>I went in not thinking in a million years I’d be able to actually get that dress, but once I tried it on my mom cried and knew she could rearrange some things in other places for the wedding to be able to pay for my dream dress. It also helped that my grandma cried and offered to help pay for the dress!" </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-29" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-rebecca-m-6600"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-30" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Rebecca M., $6,600 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-31" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $6,600 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-32" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-33" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>&#34;I knew the type of designers I would want. In hindsight, I should have spent much less based on the overall cost of my wedding, but I wanted the dress.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-34" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-35" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you stick to your budget? </strong>&#34;My budget was $4,000 to $6,000. I clearly went over, and I haven’t even paid for alterations or bought my veil, etc.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-36" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-37" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> &#34;Style—I wanted lace!&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-38" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-megan-h-1000"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-39" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Megan H., $1,000 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-40" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend: </strong>$1,000 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-41" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-42" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>&nbsp;"I did a lot of research online around what the average wedding dress costs, and then did quite a bit of <a href="https://www.brides.com/best-places-to-buy-wedding-dresses-online-4783904" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">online shopping</a> in advance. That way, when I went shopping in the store, I had a rough idea of what costs might be. Luckily, I managed my own budget and was able to set aside what I needed without input from my fiancé or parents. That said, my amazing husband told me before I went shopping that if I fell in love with something that was over budget and absolutely had to have it, he would be happy to help." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-43" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-44" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> &#34;I &#39;think&#39; I spent a medium amount on a wedding dress. For me, I wanted something that felt so special, that no other dress I wear in my life could ever compare. I mean, when else will I get the opportunity to dress up like a princess? That said, I was adamant that I didn&#39;t want to spend a ton of money on the dress because, in truth, I am only going to wear it once. In the end, I felt confident that I could find a once-in-a-lifetime dress on a medium budget, and I was right.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-45" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-46" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you stick to your budget? </strong>"My dress cost $1,000, which I thought was an amazing value because it's so beautiful and I loved it so much. The store also knew I needed to have quite a few alterations done at their sister store, so they capped alterations at around $750 total, which was a blessing because if I would have paid what the <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/wedding-dress-alterations-tips" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">alterations</a> cost it would have been the same price as the dress. All in all, I thought it was a wonderful deal and my mom offered to pay alterations as a gift. So, in the end, I spent $1,000 total on what I think is the dreamiest dress in the world!" </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-47" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-claire-n-9000"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-48" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Claire N., $9,000 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-49" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $9,000 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-50" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-51" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>"I had no idea where to start. So, I went to try on dresses to get a feel prior to setting a budget. I casually looked online to see; the designer dresses I loved were around $6,000 to $12,000. Before <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/7-couples-what-they-did-moment-after-getting-engaged" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">getting engaged</a>, I had no clue." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-52" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-53" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> &#34;The dress I chose was the second dress I tried on. It was not the style I thought I would go for, but it just felt right. I tried several other dresses but none that came close to this one. I love it and am so happy with my decision.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-54" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-55" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you stick to your budget?</strong> &#34;In the age of COVID, I did not set one. For me, I was mostly concerned with finding a dress that I loved [and] that worked for my timeline.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-56" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-elaina-d-2000"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-57" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Elaina D., $2,000 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-58" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $2,000 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-59" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-60" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>&#34;I watched a lot of &#39;Say Yes to the Dress&#39; growing up, and I&#39;ve always saved dresses I liked into scrapbooks and screenshots. I looked at the brands I loved like Justin Alexander, Maggie Sottero, Stella York, and used their average price ranges as a basis for my own wedding budget. My fiancé and I built a wedding budget using CostofWedding.com and then presented it to our parents to ask how much they would like to contribute to our day. My dad purchased my dress, and it was so special to have a first look with him on the wedding day!&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-61" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-62" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What factors went into your budget? </strong>&#34;I was one of those brides who had been planning their wedding since I was little, so I knew my dress was going to be a splurge item. When we first got engaged, we sat down and compared three of our splurge items, and my dress was my number one for me. I knew I wanted something classic and guessed that I&#39;d want a ballgown, too.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-63" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-64" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> "My mother-in-law and I went together to Richmond’s oldest dress store, Tiffany’s Bridal, and she pointed out 'the' dress. When I put it on, it was the most 'me' dress I've ever worn. It was a classic Justin Alexander sweetheart ball gown with lace appliques and a monarch train. Plus, it had <a href="https://www.brides.com/gallery/wedding-dresses-with-pockets" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">pockets</a>! I kept an impressive number of things in said pockets on the wedding day including my grandmother's prayer book, my vow book, my ring box, my handkerchief, and my lipstick kit." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-65" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-karina-l-1500"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-66" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Karina L., $1,500 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-67" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $1,500 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-68" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-69" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>"When my fiancé and I got engaged, my parents offered to contribute to our wedding. After having chosen our venue and having a better idea of what payments are involved in a wedding, we established a budget together. I chose my wedding dress budget before starting shopping as I knew what the price points were beforehand; my best friend bought her wedding dress before me. My parents made it clear they wanted to <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/why-you-have-to-buy-your-wedding-dress-nine-months-ahead" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">buy my wedding dress</a> and told me that I could take whatever amount I wanted from their contribution. Therefore, ultimately the budget for the dress was my decision." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-70" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-71" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What factors went into your budget? </strong>&#34;I decided on a medium budget (or so I think!). At the beginning of wedding planning, my fiancé and I looked at what our priorities were. We decided to allow ourselves to spend more on our priorities, which in our case were the venue and the photographer/videographer. Don’t get me wrong, the dress is super important! That being said, I would rather spend more on my dream venue and a good photographer and videographer.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-72" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-73" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> &#34;I haven’t bought it yet, but I’m looking for a sexy A-line with lots of bling/sparkles, and a ruffled bottom with a scalloped veil because I still want that wow factor.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-74" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-75" class="comp upnext-link mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-featuredlink mntl-sc-block-featuredlink mntl-block"> <a href="https://www.brides.com/real-brides-share-best-and-worst-wedding-dress-shopping-advice-5222156" rel="nocaes" id="mntl-sc-block-featuredlink__link_1-0-1" class=" mntl-sc-block-featuredlink__link mntl-text-link" data-tracking-container="true" data-tracking-id="featured-link" ><span class="link__wrapper">10 Real Brides Share the Best and Worst Wedding Dress Shopping Advice</span></a> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="loc article-right-rail"> <div id="mntl-right-rail_1-0" class="comp mntl-right-rail mntl-block"> <div id="sc-billboard-group_1-0" class="comp js-scads-inline-content sc-billboard-group mntl-block"> <div id="mntl-block_3-0" class="comp mntl-block"> <div id="billboard1-sticky-dynamic_1-0" class="comp scads-to-load right-rail__item billboard1-sticky-dynamic billboard-sticky mntl-sc-sticky-billboard" data-height="1050" style="height: 1050px;"> <div id="mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad_1-0" class="comp mntl-billboard mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad billboard1-dynamic mntl-dynamic-billboard mntl-gpt-dynamic-adunit mntl-gpt-adunit gpt billboard dynamic"> <div id="square-flex-1" class="wrapper" data-type="billboard" data-pos="atf" data-priority="2" data-sizes="[[300, 250],[299, 251],[300, 600],[300, 1050],[160, 600]]" data-rtb="true" data-wait-for-third-party="false" data-targeting="{}"></div> </div> </div> </div> <div id="mntl-block_4-0" class="comp mntl-block"> <div id="mntl-native_1-0" class="comp mntl-native" style="--native-ad-height: auto" data-right-rail-index="2"> <div id="mntl-native__adunit_1-0" class="comp scads-to-load mntl-native__adunit mntl-gpt-dynamic-adunit mntl-gpt-adunit gpt native dynamic"> <div id="native" class="wrapper" data-type="native" data-pos="native" data-priority="4" data-sizes="[[1, 3],&quot;fluid&quot;]" data-rtb="false" data-wait-for-third-party="false" data-targeting="{}"></div> </div> </div> </div> <div id="mntl-block_5-0" class="comp mntl-block"> <div id="billboard2-sticky-dynamic_2-0" class="comp scads-to-load right-rail__item billboard2-sticky-dynamic billboard-sticky mntl-sc-sticky-billboard" data-height="600" style="height: 600px;"> <div id="mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad_4-0" class="comp mntl-billboard mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad billboard2-dynamic mntl-dynamic-billboard mntl-gpt-dynamic-adunit mntl-gpt-adunit gpt billboard dynamic"> <div id="square-flex-2" class="wrapper" data-type="billboard" data-pos="btf1" data-priority="3" data-sizes="[[300, 250], [300, 251],[300, 600],[300, 601],[160, 600],[2, 1], &quot;fluid&quot;]" data-rtb="true" data-wait-for-third-party="false" data-targeting="{}"></div> </div> </div> </div> <div id="mntl-block_6-0" class="comp mntl-block"> <div id="billboard3-sticky-dynamic_1-0" class="comp scads-to-load right-rail__item billboard3-sticky-dynamic billboard-sticky mntl-sc-sticky-billboard" data-height="600" style="height: 600px;"> <div id="mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad_5-0" class="comp mntl-billboard mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad billboard3-dynamic mntl-dynamic-billboard mntl-gpt-dynamic-adunit mntl-gpt-adunit gpt billboard dynamic"> <div id="square-fixed" class="wrapper" data-type="billboard" data-pos="btf2" data-priority="5" data-sizes="[[300, 250],[299, 251],&quot;fluid&quot;]" data-rtb="true" data-wait-for-third-party="false" data-targeting="{}"></div> </div> </div> </div> <div id="mntl-block_7-0" class="comp mntl-block"> <div id="billboard4-sticky-dynamic_1-0" class="comp scads-to-load right-rail__item billboard4-sticky-dynamic billboard-sticky mntl-sc-sticky-billboard" data-height="600" style="height: 600px;"> <div id="mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad_6-0" class="comp mntl-billboard mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad billboard4-dynamic mntl-dynamic-billboard mntl-gpt-dynamic-adunit mntl-gpt-adunit gpt billboard dynamic"> <div id="square-fixed" class="wrapper" data-type="billboard" data-pos="btf3" data-priority="6" data-sizes="[[300, 250],[299, 251],&quot;fluid&quot;]" data-rtb="true" data-wait-for-third-party="false" data-targeting="{}"></div>
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data-sc-sticky-offset="125" data-sc-ad-label-height="16" data-sc-ad-track-spacing="100" data-sc-min-track-height="250" data-sc-max-track-height="600" data-sc-breakpoint="50em" data-sc-load-immediate="5" data-sc-content-positions="[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]" data-bind-scroll-on-start="true"> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> You may have imagined your wedding dress your entire life, from how it'll make you feel when you're walking down the aisle to the way it'll sparkle or flow in photos. But now that you’re getting married and it’s actually time to <a href="https://www.brides.com/average-wedding-dress-cost-4799007" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">make that big purchase</a>, you're at a loss. Specifically, just how much should you spend on this singular look? Should you shell out thousands of dollars for a one-of-a-kind masterpiece, or buy something you love <em>enough </em>even if it isn’t unique? </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-1" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-2" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> Like most people, you probably don’t have an unlimited <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/wedding-budget-guide-allocating-funds-staying-on-track" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">budget</a>. You’re also all too aware that you’ll only wear your bridal gown once, which could be a bit unsettling given the other things you have to pay for, like flowers and food. On top of that, your wedding dress isn't the only fashion expense you likely have on your list, as accessories, like shoes and a veil, can be costly—in addition to hair and makeup on the big day. </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-3" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-4" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> To help fill in the gaps (and try to ease your mind), we spoke with seven real-life brides about how much their <a href="https://www.brides.com/gallery/wedding-dress-shopping-tips" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">wedding dresses</a> cost and the factors they considered when making this special purchase. Here are their stories. </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-5" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-6" class="comp related-link mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-featuredlink mntl-sc-block-featuredlink mntl-block"> <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/real-brides-wedding-dress-redo" rel="nocaes" id="mntl-sc-block-featuredlink__link_1-0" class=" mntl-sc-block-featuredlink__link mntl-text-link" data-tracking-container="true" data-tracking-id="featured-link" ><span class="link__wrapper">15 Real Brides Share What They Would Have Changed About Their Wedding Dresses</span></a> </div> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-7" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-lisa-g-155940"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-8" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Lisa G., $1,559.40 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-9" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $1,559.40 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-10" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-11" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>"[My partner and I] set a wedding budget and decided on our top wedding priorities. My dress went into this category, along with having a restorative yoga class the morning of the wedding and having an amazing wedding celebrant. Our <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/how-much-parents-pay-for-their-childrens-weddings" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">parents contributed money</a>, but we have had full say over how we wanted to allocate the money." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-12" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-13" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> &#34;I wanted a high-quality fabric so I was mindful of the feel of the silk and lace. You can tell so much about the quality of the dress by the feel of the fabric. My wedding dress has beautiful lace, comes in at the waist, and flows at the bottom. It&#39;s stunning and suits my hourglass figure and our picnic-style wedding.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-14" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-15" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you stick to your budget? </strong>"I browsed shops before booking an appointment. I had a shop in mind. I selected [my] <a href="https://www.brides.com/bridal-appointments-during-coronavirus-5076350" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">bridal shop</a> as everything in the store was within my price range, so I could try on any dress without worrying about the price tag. </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-16" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-17" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> The store I selected had a closing-down sale, and I was the first person to see the announcement and book an appointment! This meant that I had the pick of the bunch, and I fell head over heels with a beautiful dress. It was 40 percent off so I was able to purchase a $2,599 dress for $1,559.40. That&#39;s a saving of $1,039.60, and I would have happily paid full price as I absolutely love my dress!! </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-18" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-19" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> I also tried to be thrifty. For example, I purchased the <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/style-tips-on-choosing-veil-for-your-wedding-dress" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">veil</a> second-hand at a closing down sale and negotiated the price from $100 to $50." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-20" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-shannon-o-8500"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-21" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Shannon O., $8,500 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-22" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $8,500 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-23" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-24" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>"My parents and I had lengthy discussions about what we wanted to spend the most money on. We decided to <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/how-much-do-wedding-flowers-cost-carmel-valley" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">spend the most on flowers</a> and décor. My mom wanted a whimsical Christmas wedding at the Colony Hotel in Palm Beach, with amazing Christmas trees everywhere and fresh flowers. So, the budget was originally $5,000 for the dress." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-25" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-26" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What factors went into your budget? </strong>&#34;I’ve always loved timeless styles with a bit of trendiness. I never wanted to wear a wedding dress everyone else would have.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-27" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-28" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> "The wedding was <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/how-to-throw-a-classy-christmas-wedding" class="pseudoStyle" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">Christmas-themed</a> in Palm Beach in December so I knew I wanted long sleeves. I have always been obsessed with Monique Lhuillier's wedding gowns. They are so timeless but unique! I had seen a photo of this wedding dress before I even got engaged and knew it was the one, even though I knew it probably wasn’t in the budget. We went to Chic Parisien, a bridal salon in Miami, knowing they had the dress in stock. My mom and grandma insisted I try it on (just to see...!). <span class="mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot-inline"></span>I went in not thinking in a million years I’d be able to actually get that dress, but once I tried it on my mom cried and knew she could rearrange some things in other places for the wedding to be able to pay for my dream dress. It also helped that my grandma cried and offered to help pay for the dress!" </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-29" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-rebecca-m-6600"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-30" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Rebecca M., $6,600 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-31" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $6,600 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-32" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-33" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>&#34;I knew the type of designers I would want. In hindsight, I should have spent much less based on the overall cost of my wedding, but I wanted the dress.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-34" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-35" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you stick to your budget? </strong>&#34;My budget was $4,000 to $6,000. I clearly went over, and I haven’t even paid for alterations or bought my veil, etc.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-36" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-37" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> &#34;Style—I wanted lace!&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-38" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-megan-h-1000"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-39" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Megan H., $1,000 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-40" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend: </strong>$1,000 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-41" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-42" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>&nbsp;"I did a lot of research online around what the average wedding dress costs, and then did quite a bit of <a href="https://www.brides.com/best-places-to-buy-wedding-dresses-online-4783904" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">online shopping</a> in advance. That way, when I went shopping in the store, I had a rough idea of what costs might be. Luckily, I managed my own budget and was able to set aside what I needed without input from my fiancé or parents. That said, my amazing husband told me before I went shopping that if I fell in love with something that was over budget and absolutely had to have it, he would be happy to help." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-43" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-44" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> &#34;I &#39;think&#39; I spent a medium amount on a wedding dress. For me, I wanted something that felt so special, that no other dress I wear in my life could ever compare. I mean, when else will I get the opportunity to dress up like a princess? That said, I was adamant that I didn&#39;t want to spend a ton of money on the dress because, in truth, I am only going to wear it once. In the end, I felt confident that I could find a once-in-a-lifetime dress on a medium budget, and I was right.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-45" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-46" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you stick to your budget? </strong>"My dress cost $1,000, which I thought was an amazing value because it's so beautiful and I loved it so much. The store also knew I needed to have quite a few alterations done at their sister store, so they capped alterations at around $750 total, which was a blessing because if I would have paid what the <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/wedding-dress-alterations-tips" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">alterations</a> cost it would have been the same price as the dress. All in all, I thought it was a wonderful deal and my mom offered to pay alterations as a gift. So, in the end, I spent $1,000 total on what I think is the dreamiest dress in the world!" </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-47" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-claire-n-9000"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-48" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Claire N., $9,000 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-49" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $9,000 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-50" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-51" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>"I had no idea where to start. So, I went to try on dresses to get a feel prior to setting a budget. I casually looked online to see; the designer dresses I loved were around $6,000 to $12,000. Before <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/7-couples-what-they-did-moment-after-getting-engaged" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">getting engaged</a>, I had no clue." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-52" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-53" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> &#34;The dress I chose was the second dress I tried on. It was not the style I thought I would go for, but it just felt right. I tried several other dresses but none that came close to this one. I love it and am so happy with my decision.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-54" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-55" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you stick to your budget?</strong> &#34;In the age of COVID, I did not set one. For me, I was mostly concerned with finding a dress that I loved [and] that worked for my timeline.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-56" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-elaina-d-2000"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-57" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Elaina D., $2,000 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-58" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $2,000 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-59" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-60" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>&#34;I watched a lot of &#39;Say Yes to the Dress&#39; growing up, and I&#39;ve always saved dresses I liked into scrapbooks and screenshots. I looked at the brands I loved like Justin Alexander, Maggie Sottero, Stella York, and used their average price ranges as a basis for my own wedding budget. My fiancé and I built a wedding budget using CostofWedding.com and then presented it to our parents to ask how much they would like to contribute to our day. My dad purchased my dress, and it was so special to have a first look with him on the wedding day!&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-61" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-62" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What factors went into your budget? </strong>&#34;I was one of those brides who had been planning their wedding since I was little, so I knew my dress was going to be a splurge item. When we first got engaged, we sat down and compared three of our splurge items, and my dress was my number one for me. I knew I wanted something classic and guessed that I&#39;d want a ballgown, too.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-63" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-64" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> "My mother-in-law and I went together to Richmond’s oldest dress store, Tiffany’s Bridal, and she pointed out 'the' dress. When I put it on, it was the most 'me' dress I've ever worn. It was a classic Justin Alexander sweetheart ball gown with lace appliques and a monarch train. Plus, it had <a href="https://www.brides.com/gallery/wedding-dresses-with-pockets" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">pockets</a>! I kept an impressive number of things in said pockets on the wedding day including my grandmother's prayer book, my vow book, my ring box, my handkerchief, and my lipstick kit." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-65" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-karina-l-1500"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-66" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Karina L., $1,500 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-67" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $1,500 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-68" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-69" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>"When my fiancé and I got engaged, my parents offered to contribute to our wedding. After having chosen our venue and having a better idea of what payments are involved in a wedding, we established a budget together. I chose my wedding dress budget before starting shopping as I knew what the price points were beforehand; my best friend bought her wedding dress before me. My parents made it clear they wanted to <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/why-you-have-to-buy-your-wedding-dress-nine-months-ahead" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">buy my wedding dress</a> and told me that I could take whatever amount I wanted from their contribution. Therefore, ultimately the budget for the dress was my decision." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-70" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-71" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What factors went into your budget? </strong>&#34;I decided on a medium budget (or so I think!). At the beginning of wedding planning, my fiancé and I looked at what our priorities were. We decided to allow ourselves to spend more on our priorities, which in our case were the venue and the photographer/videographer. Don’t get me wrong, the dress is super important! That being said, I would rather spend more on my dream venue and a good photographer and videographer.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-72" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-73" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> &#34;I haven’t bought it yet, but I’m looking for a sexy A-line with lots of bling/sparkles, and a ruffled bottom with a scalloped veil because I still want that wow factor.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-74" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-75" class="comp upnext-link mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-featuredlink mntl-sc-block-featuredlink mntl-block"> <a href="https://www.brides.com/real-brides-share-best-and-worst-wedding-dress-shopping-advice-5222156" rel="nocaes" id="mntl-sc-block-featuredlink__link_1-0-1" class=" mntl-sc-block-featuredlink__link mntl-text-link" data-tracking-container="true" data-tracking-id="featured-link" ><span class="link__wrapper">10 Real Brides Share the Best and Worst Wedding Dress Shopping Advice</span></a> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="loc article-right-rail"> <div id="mntl-right-rail_1-0" class="comp mntl-right-rail mntl-block"> <div id="sc-billboard-group_1-0" class="comp js-scads-inline-content sc-billboard-group mntl-block"> <div id="mntl-block_3-0" class="comp mntl-block"> <div id="billboard1-sticky-dynamic_1-0" class="comp scads-to-load right-rail__item billboard1-sticky-dynamic billboard-sticky mntl-sc-sticky-billboard" data-height="1050" style="height: 1050px;"> <div id="mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad_1-0" class="comp mntl-billboard mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad billboard1-dynamic mntl-dynamic-billboard mntl-gpt-dynamic-adunit mntl-gpt-adunit gpt billboard dynamic"> <div id="square-flex-1" class="wrapper" data-type="billboard" data-pos="atf" data-priority="2" data-sizes="[[300, 250],[299, 251],[300, 600],[300, 1050],[160, 600]]" data-rtb="true" data-wait-for-third-party="false" data-targeting="{}"></div> </div> </div> </div> <div id="mntl-block_4-0" class="comp mntl-block"> <div id="mntl-native_1-0" class="comp mntl-native" style="--native-ad-height: auto" data-right-rail-index="2"> <div id="mntl-native__adunit_1-0" class="comp scads-to-load mntl-native__adunit mntl-gpt-dynamic-adunit mntl-gpt-adunit gpt native dynamic"> <div id="native" class="wrapper" data-type="native" data-pos="native" data-priority="4" data-sizes="[[1, 3],&quot;fluid&quot;]" data-rtb="false" data-wait-for-third-party="false" data-targeting="{}"></div> </div> </div> </div> <div id="mntl-block_5-0" class="comp mntl-block"> <div id="billboard2-sticky-dynamic_2-0" class="comp scads-to-load right-rail__item billboard2-sticky-dynamic billboard-sticky mntl-sc-sticky-billboard" data-height="600" style="height: 600px;"> <div id="mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad_4-0" class="comp mntl-billboard mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad billboard2-dynamic mntl-dynamic-billboard mntl-gpt-dynamic-adunit mntl-gpt-adunit gpt billboard dynamic"> <div id="square-flex-2" class="wrapper" data-type="billboard" data-pos="btf1" data-priority="3" data-sizes="[[300, 250], [300, 251],[300, 600],[300, 601],[160, 600],[2, 1], &quot;fluid&quot;]" data-rtb="true" data-wait-for-third-party="false" data-targeting="{}"></div> </div> </div> </div> <div id="mntl-block_6-0" class="comp mntl-block"> <div id="billboard3-sticky-dynamic_1-0" class="comp scads-to-load right-rail__item billboard3-sticky-dynamic billboard-sticky mntl-sc-sticky-billboard" data-height="600" style="height: 600px;"> <div id="mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad_5-0" class="comp mntl-billboard mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad billboard3-dynamic mntl-dynamic-billboard mntl-gpt-dynamic-adunit mntl-gpt-adunit gpt billboard dynamic"> <div id="square-fixed" class="wrapper" data-type="billboard" data-pos="btf2" data-priority="5" data-sizes="[[300, 250],[299, 251],&quot;fluid&quot;]" data-rtb="true" data-wait-for-third-party="false" data-targeting="{}"></div>
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data-sc-sticky-offset="125" data-sc-ad-label-height="16" data-sc-ad-track-spacing="100" data-sc-min-track-height="250" data-sc-max-track-height="600" data-sc-breakpoint="50em" data-sc-load-immediate="5" data-sc-content-positions="[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]" data-bind-scroll-on-start="true"> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> You may have imagined your wedding dress your entire life, from how it'll make you feel when you're walking down the aisle to the way it'll sparkle or flow in photos. But now that you’re getting married and it’s actually time to <a href="https://www.brides.com/average-wedding-dress-cost-4799007" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">make that big purchase</a>, you're at a loss. Specifically, just how much should you spend on this singular look? Should you shell out thousands of dollars for a one-of-a-kind masterpiece, or buy something you love <em>enough </em>even if it isn’t unique? </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-1" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-2" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> Like most people, you probably don’t have an unlimited <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/wedding-budget-guide-allocating-funds-staying-on-track" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">budget</a>. You’re also all too aware that you’ll only wear your bridal gown once, which could be a bit unsettling given the other things you have to pay for, like flowers and food. On top of that, your wedding dress isn't the only fashion expense you likely have on your list, as accessories, like shoes and a veil, can be costly—in addition to hair and makeup on the big day. </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-3" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-4" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> To help fill in the gaps (and try to ease your mind), we spoke with seven real-life brides about how much their <a href="https://www.brides.com/gallery/wedding-dress-shopping-tips" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">wedding dresses</a> cost and the factors they considered when making this special purchase. Here are their stories. </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-5" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-6" class="comp related-link mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-featuredlink mntl-sc-block-featuredlink mntl-block"> <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/real-brides-wedding-dress-redo" rel="nocaes" id="mntl-sc-block-featuredlink__link_1-0" class=" mntl-sc-block-featuredlink__link mntl-text-link" data-tracking-container="true" data-tracking-id="featured-link" ><span class="link__wrapper">15 Real Brides Share What They Would Have Changed About Their Wedding Dresses</span></a> </div> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-7" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-lisa-g-155940"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-8" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Lisa G., $1,559.40 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-9" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $1,559.40 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-10" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-11" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>"[My partner and I] set a wedding budget and decided on our top wedding priorities. My dress went into this category, along with having a restorative yoga class the morning of the wedding and having an amazing wedding celebrant. Our <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/how-much-parents-pay-for-their-childrens-weddings" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">parents contributed money</a>, but we have had full say over how we wanted to allocate the money." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-12" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-13" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> &#34;I wanted a high-quality fabric so I was mindful of the feel of the silk and lace. You can tell so much about the quality of the dress by the feel of the fabric. My wedding dress has beautiful lace, comes in at the waist, and flows at the bottom. It&#39;s stunning and suits my hourglass figure and our picnic-style wedding.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-14" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-15" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you stick to your budget? </strong>"I browsed shops before booking an appointment. I had a shop in mind. I selected [my] <a href="https://www.brides.com/bridal-appointments-during-coronavirus-5076350" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">bridal shop</a> as everything in the store was within my price range, so I could try on any dress without worrying about the price tag. </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-16" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-17" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> The store I selected had a closing-down sale, and I was the first person to see the announcement and book an appointment! This meant that I had the pick of the bunch, and I fell head over heels with a beautiful dress. It was 40 percent off so I was able to purchase a $2,599 dress for $1,559.40. That&#39;s a saving of $1,039.60, and I would have happily paid full price as I absolutely love my dress!! </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-18" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-19" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> I also tried to be thrifty. For example, I purchased the <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/style-tips-on-choosing-veil-for-your-wedding-dress" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">veil</a> second-hand at a closing down sale and negotiated the price from $100 to $50." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-20" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-shannon-o-8500"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-21" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Shannon O., $8,500 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-22" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $8,500 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-23" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-24" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>"My parents and I had lengthy discussions about what we wanted to spend the most money on. We decided to <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/how-much-do-wedding-flowers-cost-carmel-valley" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">spend the most on flowers</a> and décor. My mom wanted a whimsical Christmas wedding at the Colony Hotel in Palm Beach, with amazing Christmas trees everywhere and fresh flowers. So, the budget was originally $5,000 for the dress." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-25" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-26" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What factors went into your budget? </strong>&#34;I’ve always loved timeless styles with a bit of trendiness. I never wanted to wear a wedding dress everyone else would have.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-27" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-28" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> "The wedding was <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/how-to-throw-a-classy-christmas-wedding" class="pseudoStyle" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">Christmas-themed</a> in Palm Beach in December so I knew I wanted long sleeves. I have always been obsessed with Monique Lhuillier's wedding gowns. They are so timeless but unique! I had seen a photo of this wedding dress before I even got engaged and knew it was the one, even though I knew it probably wasn’t in the budget. We went to Chic Parisien, a bridal salon in Miami, knowing they had the dress in stock. My mom and grandma insisted I try it on (just to see...!). <span class="mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot-inline"></span>I went in not thinking in a million years I’d be able to actually get that dress, but once I tried it on my mom cried and knew she could rearrange some things in other places for the wedding to be able to pay for my dream dress. It also helped that my grandma cried and offered to help pay for the dress!" </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-29" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-rebecca-m-6600"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-30" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Rebecca M., $6,600 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-31" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $6,600 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-32" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-33" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>&#34;I knew the type of designers I would want. In hindsight, I should have spent much less based on the overall cost of my wedding, but I wanted the dress.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-34" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-35" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you stick to your budget? </strong>&#34;My budget was $4,000 to $6,000. I clearly went over, and I haven’t even paid for alterations or bought my veil, etc.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-36" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-37" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> &#34;Style—I wanted lace!&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-38" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-megan-h-1000"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-39" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Megan H., $1,000 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-40" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend: </strong>$1,000 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-41" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-42" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>&nbsp;"I did a lot of research online around what the average wedding dress costs, and then did quite a bit of <a href="https://www.brides.com/best-places-to-buy-wedding-dresses-online-4783904" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">online shopping</a> in advance. That way, when I went shopping in the store, I had a rough idea of what costs might be. Luckily, I managed my own budget and was able to set aside what I needed without input from my fiancé or parents. That said, my amazing husband told me before I went shopping that if I fell in love with something that was over budget and absolutely had to have it, he would be happy to help." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-43" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-44" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> &#34;I &#39;think&#39; I spent a medium amount on a wedding dress. For me, I wanted something that felt so special, that no other dress I wear in my life could ever compare. I mean, when else will I get the opportunity to dress up like a princess? That said, I was adamant that I didn&#39;t want to spend a ton of money on the dress because, in truth, I am only going to wear it once. In the end, I felt confident that I could find a once-in-a-lifetime dress on a medium budget, and I was right.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-45" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-46" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you stick to your budget? </strong>"My dress cost $1,000, which I thought was an amazing value because it's so beautiful and I loved it so much. The store also knew I needed to have quite a few alterations done at their sister store, so they capped alterations at around $750 total, which was a blessing because if I would have paid what the <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/wedding-dress-alterations-tips" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">alterations</a> cost it would have been the same price as the dress. All in all, I thought it was a wonderful deal and my mom offered to pay alterations as a gift. So, in the end, I spent $1,000 total on what I think is the dreamiest dress in the world!" </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-47" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-claire-n-9000"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-48" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Claire N., $9,000 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-49" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $9,000 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-50" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-51" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>"I had no idea where to start. So, I went to try on dresses to get a feel prior to setting a budget. I casually looked online to see; the designer dresses I loved were around $6,000 to $12,000. Before <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/7-couples-what-they-did-moment-after-getting-engaged" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">getting engaged</a>, I had no clue." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-52" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-53" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> &#34;The dress I chose was the second dress I tried on. It was not the style I thought I would go for, but it just felt right. I tried several other dresses but none that came close to this one. I love it and am so happy with my decision.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-54" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-55" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you stick to your budget?</strong> &#34;In the age of COVID, I did not set one. For me, I was mostly concerned with finding a dress that I loved [and] that worked for my timeline.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-56" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-elaina-d-2000"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-57" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Elaina D., $2,000 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-58" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $2,000 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-59" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-60" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>&#34;I watched a lot of &#39;Say Yes to the Dress&#39; growing up, and I&#39;ve always saved dresses I liked into scrapbooks and screenshots. I looked at the brands I loved like Justin Alexander, Maggie Sottero, Stella York, and used their average price ranges as a basis for my own wedding budget. My fiancé and I built a wedding budget using CostofWedding.com and then presented it to our parents to ask how much they would like to contribute to our day. My dad purchased my dress, and it was so special to have a first look with him on the wedding day!&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-61" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-62" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What factors went into your budget? </strong>&#34;I was one of those brides who had been planning their wedding since I was little, so I knew my dress was going to be a splurge item. When we first got engaged, we sat down and compared three of our splurge items, and my dress was my number one for me. I knew I wanted something classic and guessed that I&#39;d want a ballgown, too.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-63" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-64" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> "My mother-in-law and I went together to Richmond’s oldest dress store, Tiffany’s Bridal, and she pointed out 'the' dress. When I put it on, it was the most 'me' dress I've ever worn. It was a classic Justin Alexander sweetheart ball gown with lace appliques and a monarch train. Plus, it had <a href="https://www.brides.com/gallery/wedding-dresses-with-pockets" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">pockets</a>! I kept an impressive number of things in said pockets on the wedding day including my grandmother's prayer book, my vow book, my ring box, my handkerchief, and my lipstick kit." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-65" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-karina-l-1500"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-66" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Karina L., $1,500 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-67" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $1,500 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-68" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-69" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>"When my fiancé and I got engaged, my parents offered to contribute to our wedding. After having chosen our venue and having a better idea of what payments are involved in a wedding, we established a budget together. I chose my wedding dress budget before starting shopping as I knew what the price points were beforehand; my best friend bought her wedding dress before me. My parents made it clear they wanted to <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/why-you-have-to-buy-your-wedding-dress-nine-months-ahead" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">buy my wedding dress</a> and told me that I could take whatever amount I wanted from their contribution. Therefore, ultimately the budget for the dress was my decision." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-70" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-71" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What factors went into your budget? </strong>&#34;I decided on a medium budget (or so I think!). At the beginning of wedding planning, my fiancé and I looked at what our priorities were. We decided to allow ourselves to spend more on our priorities, which in our case were the venue and the photographer/videographer. Don’t get me wrong, the dress is super important! That being said, I would rather spend more on my dream venue and a good photographer and videographer.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-72" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-73" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> &#34;I haven’t bought it yet, but I’m looking for a sexy A-line with lots of bling/sparkles, and a ruffled bottom with a scalloped veil because I still want that wow factor.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-74" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-75" class="comp upnext-link mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-featuredlink mntl-sc-block-featuredlink mntl-block"> <a href="https://www.brides.com/real-brides-share-best-and-worst-wedding-dress-shopping-advice-5222156" rel="nocaes" id="mntl-sc-block-featuredlink__link_1-0-1" class=" mntl-sc-block-featuredlink__link mntl-text-link" data-tracking-container="true" data-tracking-id="featured-link" ><span class="link__wrapper">10 Real Brides Share the Best and Worst Wedding Dress Shopping Advice</span></a> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="loc article-right-rail"> <div id="mntl-right-rail_1-0" class="comp mntl-right-rail mntl-block"> <div id="sc-billboard-group_1-0" class="comp js-scads-inline-content sc-billboard-group mntl-block"> <div id="mntl-block_3-0" class="comp mntl-block"> <div id="billboard1-sticky-dynamic_1-0" class="comp scads-to-load right-rail__item billboard1-sticky-dynamic billboard-sticky mntl-sc-sticky-billboard" data-height="1050" style="height: 1050px;"> <div id="mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad_1-0" class="comp mntl-billboard mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad billboard1-dynamic mntl-dynamic-billboard mntl-gpt-dynamic-adunit mntl-gpt-adunit gpt billboard dynamic"> <div id="square-flex-1" class="wrapper" data-type="billboard" data-pos="atf" data-priority="2" data-sizes="[[300, 250],[299, 251],[300, 600],[300, 1050],[160, 600]]" data-rtb="true" data-wait-for-third-party="false" data-targeting="{}"></div> </div> </div> </div> <div id="mntl-block_4-0" class="comp mntl-block"> <div id="mntl-native_1-0" class="comp mntl-native" style="--native-ad-height: auto" data-right-rail-index="2"> <div id="mntl-native__adunit_1-0" class="comp scads-to-load mntl-native__adunit mntl-gpt-dynamic-adunit mntl-gpt-adunit gpt native dynamic"> <div id="native" class="wrapper" data-type="native" data-pos="native" data-priority="4" data-sizes="[[1, 3],&quot;fluid&quot;]" data-rtb="false" data-wait-for-third-party="false" data-targeting="{}"></div> </div> </div> </div> <div id="mntl-block_5-0" class="comp mntl-block"> <div id="billboard2-sticky-dynamic_2-0" class="comp scads-to-load right-rail__item billboard2-sticky-dynamic billboard-sticky mntl-sc-sticky-billboard" data-height="600" style="height: 600px;"> <div id="mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad_4-0" class="comp mntl-billboard mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad billboard2-dynamic mntl-dynamic-billboard mntl-gpt-dynamic-adunit mntl-gpt-adunit gpt billboard dynamic"> <div id="square-flex-2" class="wrapper" data-type="billboard" data-pos="btf1" data-priority="3" data-sizes="[[300, 250], [300, 251],[300, 600],[300, 601],[160, 600],[2, 1], &quot;fluid&quot;]" data-rtb="true" data-wait-for-third-party="false" data-targeting="{}"></div> </div> </div> </div> <div id="mntl-block_6-0" class="comp mntl-block"> <div id="billboard3-sticky-dynamic_1-0" class="comp scads-to-load right-rail__item billboard3-sticky-dynamic billboard-sticky mntl-sc-sticky-billboard" data-height="600" style="height: 600px;"> <div id="mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad_5-0" class="comp mntl-billboard mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad billboard3-dynamic mntl-dynamic-billboard mntl-gpt-dynamic-adunit mntl-gpt-adunit gpt billboard dynamic"> <div id="square-fixed" class="wrapper" data-type="billboard" data-pos="btf2" data-priority="5" data-sizes="[[300, 250],[299, 251],&quot;fluid&quot;]" data-rtb="true" data-wait-for-third-party="false" data-targeting="{}"></div>
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data-sc-sticky-offset="125" data-sc-ad-label-height="16" data-sc-ad-track-spacing="100" data-sc-min-track-height="250" data-sc-max-track-height="600" data-sc-breakpoint="50em" data-sc-load-immediate="5" data-sc-content-positions="[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]" data-bind-scroll-on-start="true"> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> You may have imagined your wedding dress your entire life, from how it'll make you feel when you're walking down the aisle to the way it'll sparkle or flow in photos. But now that you’re getting married and it’s actually time to <a href="https://www.brides.com/average-wedding-dress-cost-4799007" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">make that big purchase</a>, you're at a loss. Specifically, just how much should you spend on this singular look? Should you shell out thousands of dollars for a one-of-a-kind masterpiece, or buy something you love <em>enough </em>even if it isn’t unique? </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-1" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-2" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> Like most people, you probably don’t have an unlimited <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/wedding-budget-guide-allocating-funds-staying-on-track" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">budget</a>. You’re also all too aware that you’ll only wear your bridal gown once, which could be a bit unsettling given the other things you have to pay for, like flowers and food. On top of that, your wedding dress isn't the only fashion expense you likely have on your list, as accessories, like shoes and a veil, can be costly—in addition to hair and makeup on the big day. </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-3" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-4" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> To help fill in the gaps (and try to ease your mind), we spoke with seven real-life brides about how much their <a href="https://www.brides.com/gallery/wedding-dress-shopping-tips" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">wedding dresses</a> cost and the factors they considered when making this special purchase. Here are their stories. </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-5" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-6" class="comp related-link mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-featuredlink mntl-sc-block-featuredlink mntl-block"> <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/real-brides-wedding-dress-redo" rel="nocaes" id="mntl-sc-block-featuredlink__link_1-0" class=" mntl-sc-block-featuredlink__link mntl-text-link" data-tracking-container="true" data-tracking-id="featured-link" ><span class="link__wrapper">15 Real Brides Share What They Would Have Changed About Their Wedding Dresses</span></a> </div> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-7" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-lisa-g-155940"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-8" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Lisa G., $1,559.40 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-9" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $1,559.40 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-10" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-11" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>"[My partner and I] set a wedding budget and decided on our top wedding priorities. My dress went into this category, along with having a restorative yoga class the morning of the wedding and having an amazing wedding celebrant. Our <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/how-much-parents-pay-for-their-childrens-weddings" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">parents contributed money</a>, but we have had full say over how we wanted to allocate the money." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-12" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-13" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> &#34;I wanted a high-quality fabric so I was mindful of the feel of the silk and lace. You can tell so much about the quality of the dress by the feel of the fabric. My wedding dress has beautiful lace, comes in at the waist, and flows at the bottom. It&#39;s stunning and suits my hourglass figure and our picnic-style wedding.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-14" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-15" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you stick to your budget? </strong>"I browsed shops before booking an appointment. I had a shop in mind. I selected [my] <a href="https://www.brides.com/bridal-appointments-during-coronavirus-5076350" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">bridal shop</a> as everything in the store was within my price range, so I could try on any dress without worrying about the price tag. </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-16" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-17" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> The store I selected had a closing-down sale, and I was the first person to see the announcement and book an appointment! This meant that I had the pick of the bunch, and I fell head over heels with a beautiful dress. It was 40 percent off so I was able to purchase a $2,599 dress for $1,559.40. That&#39;s a saving of $1,039.60, and I would have happily paid full price as I absolutely love my dress!! </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-18" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-19" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> I also tried to be thrifty. For example, I purchased the <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/style-tips-on-choosing-veil-for-your-wedding-dress" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">veil</a> second-hand at a closing down sale and negotiated the price from $100 to $50." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-20" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-shannon-o-8500"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-21" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Shannon O., $8,500 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-22" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $8,500 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-23" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-24" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>"My parents and I had lengthy discussions about what we wanted to spend the most money on. We decided to <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/how-much-do-wedding-flowers-cost-carmel-valley" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">spend the most on flowers</a> and décor. My mom wanted a whimsical Christmas wedding at the Colony Hotel in Palm Beach, with amazing Christmas trees everywhere and fresh flowers. So, the budget was originally $5,000 for the dress." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-25" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-26" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What factors went into your budget? </strong>&#34;I’ve always loved timeless styles with a bit of trendiness. I never wanted to wear a wedding dress everyone else would have.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-27" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-28" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> "The wedding was <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/how-to-throw-a-classy-christmas-wedding" class="pseudoStyle" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">Christmas-themed</a> in Palm Beach in December so I knew I wanted long sleeves. I have always been obsessed with Monique Lhuillier's wedding gowns. They are so timeless but unique! I had seen a photo of this wedding dress before I even got engaged and knew it was the one, even though I knew it probably wasn’t in the budget. We went to Chic Parisien, a bridal salon in Miami, knowing they had the dress in stock. My mom and grandma insisted I try it on (just to see...!). <span class="mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot-inline"></span>I went in not thinking in a million years I’d be able to actually get that dress, but once I tried it on my mom cried and knew she could rearrange some things in other places for the wedding to be able to pay for my dream dress. It also helped that my grandma cried and offered to help pay for the dress!" </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-29" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-rebecca-m-6600"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-30" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Rebecca M., $6,600 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-31" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $6,600 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-32" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-33" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>&#34;I knew the type of designers I would want. In hindsight, I should have spent much less based on the overall cost of my wedding, but I wanted the dress.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-34" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-35" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you stick to your budget? </strong>&#34;My budget was $4,000 to $6,000. I clearly went over, and I haven’t even paid for alterations or bought my veil, etc.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-36" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-37" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> &#34;Style—I wanted lace!&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-38" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-megan-h-1000"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-39" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Megan H., $1,000 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-40" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend: </strong>$1,000 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-41" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-42" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>&nbsp;"I did a lot of research online around what the average wedding dress costs, and then did quite a bit of <a href="https://www.brides.com/best-places-to-buy-wedding-dresses-online-4783904" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">online shopping</a> in advance. That way, when I went shopping in the store, I had a rough idea of what costs might be. Luckily, I managed my own budget and was able to set aside what I needed without input from my fiancé or parents. That said, my amazing husband told me before I went shopping that if I fell in love with something that was over budget and absolutely had to have it, he would be happy to help." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-43" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-44" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> &#34;I &#39;think&#39; I spent a medium amount on a wedding dress. For me, I wanted something that felt so special, that no other dress I wear in my life could ever compare. I mean, when else will I get the opportunity to dress up like a princess? That said, I was adamant that I didn&#39;t want to spend a ton of money on the dress because, in truth, I am only going to wear it once. In the end, I felt confident that I could find a once-in-a-lifetime dress on a medium budget, and I was right.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-45" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-46" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you stick to your budget? </strong>"My dress cost $1,000, which I thought was an amazing value because it's so beautiful and I loved it so much. The store also knew I needed to have quite a few alterations done at their sister store, so they capped alterations at around $750 total, which was a blessing because if I would have paid what the <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/wedding-dress-alterations-tips" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">alterations</a> cost it would have been the same price as the dress. All in all, I thought it was a wonderful deal and my mom offered to pay alterations as a gift. So, in the end, I spent $1,000 total on what I think is the dreamiest dress in the world!" </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-47" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-claire-n-9000"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-48" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Claire N., $9,000 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-49" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $9,000 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-50" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-51" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>"I had no idea where to start. So, I went to try on dresses to get a feel prior to setting a budget. I casually looked online to see; the designer dresses I loved were around $6,000 to $12,000. Before <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/7-couples-what-they-did-moment-after-getting-engaged" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">getting engaged</a>, I had no clue." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-52" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-53" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> &#34;The dress I chose was the second dress I tried on. It was not the style I thought I would go for, but it just felt right. I tried several other dresses but none that came close to this one. I love it and am so happy with my decision.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-54" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-55" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you stick to your budget?</strong> &#34;In the age of COVID, I did not set one. For me, I was mostly concerned with finding a dress that I loved [and] that worked for my timeline.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-56" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-elaina-d-2000"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-57" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Elaina D., $2,000 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-58" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $2,000 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-59" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-60" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>&#34;I watched a lot of &#39;Say Yes to the Dress&#39; growing up, and I&#39;ve always saved dresses I liked into scrapbooks and screenshots. I looked at the brands I loved like Justin Alexander, Maggie Sottero, Stella York, and used their average price ranges as a basis for my own wedding budget. My fiancé and I built a wedding budget using CostofWedding.com and then presented it to our parents to ask how much they would like to contribute to our day. My dad purchased my dress, and it was so special to have a first look with him on the wedding day!&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-61" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-62" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What factors went into your budget? </strong>&#34;I was one of those brides who had been planning their wedding since I was little, so I knew my dress was going to be a splurge item. When we first got engaged, we sat down and compared three of our splurge items, and my dress was my number one for me. I knew I wanted something classic and guessed that I&#39;d want a ballgown, too.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-63" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-64" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> "My mother-in-law and I went together to Richmond’s oldest dress store, Tiffany’s Bridal, and she pointed out 'the' dress. When I put it on, it was the most 'me' dress I've ever worn. It was a classic Justin Alexander sweetheart ball gown with lace appliques and a monarch train. Plus, it had <a href="https://www.brides.com/gallery/wedding-dresses-with-pockets" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">pockets</a>! I kept an impressive number of things in said pockets on the wedding day including my grandmother's prayer book, my vow book, my ring box, my handkerchief, and my lipstick kit." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-65" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-karina-l-1500"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-66" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Karina L., $1,500 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-67" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $1,500 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-68" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-69" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>"When my fiancé and I got engaged, my parents offered to contribute to our wedding. After having chosen our venue and having a better idea of what payments are involved in a wedding, we established a budget together. I chose my wedding dress budget before starting shopping as I knew what the price points were beforehand; my best friend bought her wedding dress before me. My parents made it clear they wanted to <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/why-you-have-to-buy-your-wedding-dress-nine-months-ahead" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">buy my wedding dress</a> and told me that I could take whatever amount I wanted from their contribution. Therefore, ultimately the budget for the dress was my decision." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-70" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-71" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What factors went into your budget? </strong>&#34;I decided on a medium budget (or so I think!). At the beginning of wedding planning, my fiancé and I looked at what our priorities were. We decided to allow ourselves to spend more on our priorities, which in our case were the venue and the photographer/videographer. Don’t get me wrong, the dress is super important! That being said, I would rather spend more on my dream venue and a good photographer and videographer.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-72" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-73" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> &#34;I haven’t bought it yet, but I’m looking for a sexy A-line with lots of bling/sparkles, and a ruffled bottom with a scalloped veil because I still want that wow factor.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-74" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-75" class="comp upnext-link mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-featuredlink mntl-sc-block-featuredlink mntl-block"> <a href="https://www.brides.com/real-brides-share-best-and-worst-wedding-dress-shopping-advice-5222156" rel="nocaes" id="mntl-sc-block-featuredlink__link_1-0-1" class=" mntl-sc-block-featuredlink__link mntl-text-link" data-tracking-container="true" data-tracking-id="featured-link" ><span class="link__wrapper">10 Real Brides Share the Best and Worst Wedding Dress Shopping Advice</span></a> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="loc article-right-rail"> <div id="mntl-right-rail_1-0" class="comp mntl-right-rail mntl-block"> <div id="sc-billboard-group_1-0" class="comp js-scads-inline-content sc-billboard-group mntl-block"> <div id="mntl-block_3-0" class="comp mntl-block"> <div id="billboard1-sticky-dynamic_1-0" class="comp scads-to-load right-rail__item billboard1-sticky-dynamic billboard-sticky mntl-sc-sticky-billboard" data-height="1050" style="height: 1050px;"> <div id="mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad_1-0" class="comp mntl-billboard mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad billboard1-dynamic mntl-dynamic-billboard mntl-gpt-dynamic-adunit mntl-gpt-adunit gpt billboard dynamic"> <div id="square-flex-1" class="wrapper" data-type="billboard" data-pos="atf" data-priority="2" data-sizes="[[300, 250],[299, 251],[300, 600],[300, 1050],[160, 600]]" data-rtb="true" data-wait-for-third-party="false" data-targeting="{}"></div> </div> </div> </div> <div id="mntl-block_4-0" class="comp mntl-block"> <div id="mntl-native_1-0" class="comp mntl-native" style="--native-ad-height: auto" data-right-rail-index="2"> <div id="mntl-native__adunit_1-0" class="comp scads-to-load mntl-native__adunit mntl-gpt-dynamic-adunit mntl-gpt-adunit gpt native dynamic"> <div id="native" class="wrapper" data-type="native" data-pos="native" data-priority="4" data-sizes="[[1, 3],&quot;fluid&quot;]" data-rtb="false" data-wait-for-third-party="false" data-targeting="{}"></div> </div> </div> </div> <div id="mntl-block_5-0" class="comp mntl-block"> <div id="billboard2-sticky-dynamic_2-0" class="comp scads-to-load right-rail__item billboard2-sticky-dynamic billboard-sticky mntl-sc-sticky-billboard" data-height="600" style="height: 600px;"> <div id="mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad_4-0" class="comp mntl-billboard mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad billboard2-dynamic mntl-dynamic-billboard mntl-gpt-dynamic-adunit mntl-gpt-adunit gpt billboard dynamic"> <div id="square-flex-2" class="wrapper" data-type="billboard" data-pos="btf1" data-priority="3" data-sizes="[[300, 250], [300, 251],[300, 600],[300, 601],[160, 600],[2, 1], &quot;fluid&quot;]" data-rtb="true" data-wait-for-third-party="false" data-targeting="{}"></div> </div> </div> </div> <div id="mntl-block_6-0" class="comp mntl-block"> <div id="billboard3-sticky-dynamic_1-0" class="comp scads-to-load right-rail__item billboard3-sticky-dynamic billboard-sticky mntl-sc-sticky-billboard" data-height="600" style="height: 600px;"> <div id="mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad_5-0" class="comp mntl-billboard mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad billboard3-dynamic mntl-dynamic-billboard mntl-gpt-dynamic-adunit mntl-gpt-adunit gpt billboard dynamic"> <div id="square-fixed" class="wrapper" data-type="billboard" data-pos="btf2" data-priority="5" data-sizes="[[300, 250],[299, 251],&quot;fluid&quot;]" data-rtb="true" data-wait-for-third-party="false" data-targeting="{}"></div>
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data-sc-sticky-offset="125" data-sc-ad-label-height="16" data-sc-ad-track-spacing="100" data-sc-min-track-height="250" data-sc-max-track-height="600" data-sc-breakpoint="50em" data-sc-load-immediate="5" data-sc-content-positions="[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]" data-bind-scroll-on-start="true"> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> You may have imagined your wedding dress your entire life, from how it'll make you feel when you're walking down the aisle to the way it'll sparkle or flow in photos. But now that you’re getting married and it’s actually time to <a href="https://www.brides.com/average-wedding-dress-cost-4799007" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">make that big purchase</a>, you're at a loss. Specifically, just how much should you spend on this singular look? Should you shell out thousands of dollars for a one-of-a-kind masterpiece, or buy something you love <em>enough </em>even if it isn’t unique? </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-1" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-2" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> Like most people, you probably don’t have an unlimited <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/wedding-budget-guide-allocating-funds-staying-on-track" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">budget</a>. You’re also all too aware that you’ll only wear your bridal gown once, which could be a bit unsettling given the other things you have to pay for, like flowers and food. On top of that, your wedding dress isn't the only fashion expense you likely have on your list, as accessories, like shoes and a veil, can be costly—in addition to hair and makeup on the big day. </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-3" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-4" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> To help fill in the gaps (and try to ease your mind), we spoke with seven real-life brides about how much their <a href="https://www.brides.com/gallery/wedding-dress-shopping-tips" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">wedding dresses</a> cost and the factors they considered when making this special purchase. Here are their stories. </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-5" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-6" class="comp related-link mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-featuredlink mntl-sc-block-featuredlink mntl-block"> <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/real-brides-wedding-dress-redo" rel="nocaes" id="mntl-sc-block-featuredlink__link_1-0" class=" mntl-sc-block-featuredlink__link mntl-text-link" data-tracking-container="true" data-tracking-id="featured-link" ><span class="link__wrapper">15 Real Brides Share What They Would Have Changed About Their Wedding Dresses</span></a> </div> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-7" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-lisa-g-155940"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-8" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Lisa G., $1,559.40 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-9" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $1,559.40 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-10" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-11" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>"[My partner and I] set a wedding budget and decided on our top wedding priorities. My dress went into this category, along with having a restorative yoga class the morning of the wedding and having an amazing wedding celebrant. Our <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/how-much-parents-pay-for-their-childrens-weddings" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">parents contributed money</a>, but we have had full say over how we wanted to allocate the money." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-12" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-13" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> &#34;I wanted a high-quality fabric so I was mindful of the feel of the silk and lace. You can tell so much about the quality of the dress by the feel of the fabric. My wedding dress has beautiful lace, comes in at the waist, and flows at the bottom. It&#39;s stunning and suits my hourglass figure and our picnic-style wedding.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-14" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-15" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you stick to your budget? </strong>"I browsed shops before booking an appointment. I had a shop in mind. I selected [my] <a href="https://www.brides.com/bridal-appointments-during-coronavirus-5076350" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">bridal shop</a> as everything in the store was within my price range, so I could try on any dress without worrying about the price tag. </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-16" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-17" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> The store I selected had a closing-down sale, and I was the first person to see the announcement and book an appointment! This meant that I had the pick of the bunch, and I fell head over heels with a beautiful dress. It was 40 percent off so I was able to purchase a $2,599 dress for $1,559.40. That&#39;s a saving of $1,039.60, and I would have happily paid full price as I absolutely love my dress!! </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-18" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-19" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> I also tried to be thrifty. For example, I purchased the <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/style-tips-on-choosing-veil-for-your-wedding-dress" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">veil</a> second-hand at a closing down sale and negotiated the price from $100 to $50." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-20" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-shannon-o-8500"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-21" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Shannon O., $8,500 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-22" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $8,500 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-23" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-24" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>"My parents and I had lengthy discussions about what we wanted to spend the most money on. We decided to <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/how-much-do-wedding-flowers-cost-carmel-valley" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">spend the most on flowers</a> and décor. My mom wanted a whimsical Christmas wedding at the Colony Hotel in Palm Beach, with amazing Christmas trees everywhere and fresh flowers. So, the budget was originally $5,000 for the dress." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-25" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-26" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What factors went into your budget? </strong>&#34;I’ve always loved timeless styles with a bit of trendiness. I never wanted to wear a wedding dress everyone else would have.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-27" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-28" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> "The wedding was <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/how-to-throw-a-classy-christmas-wedding" class="pseudoStyle" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">Christmas-themed</a> in Palm Beach in December so I knew I wanted long sleeves. I have always been obsessed with Monique Lhuillier's wedding gowns. They are so timeless but unique! I had seen a photo of this wedding dress before I even got engaged and knew it was the one, even though I knew it probably wasn’t in the budget. We went to Chic Parisien, a bridal salon in Miami, knowing they had the dress in stock. My mom and grandma insisted I try it on (just to see...!). <span class="mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot-inline"></span>I went in not thinking in a million years I’d be able to actually get that dress, but once I tried it on my mom cried and knew she could rearrange some things in other places for the wedding to be able to pay for my dream dress. It also helped that my grandma cried and offered to help pay for the dress!" </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-29" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-rebecca-m-6600"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-30" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Rebecca M., $6,600 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-31" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $6,600 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-32" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-33" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>&#34;I knew the type of designers I would want. In hindsight, I should have spent much less based on the overall cost of my wedding, but I wanted the dress.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-34" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-35" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you stick to your budget? </strong>&#34;My budget was $4,000 to $6,000. I clearly went over, and I haven’t even paid for alterations or bought my veil, etc.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-36" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-37" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> &#34;Style—I wanted lace!&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-38" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-megan-h-1000"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-39" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Megan H., $1,000 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-40" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend: </strong>$1,000 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-41" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-42" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>&nbsp;"I did a lot of research online around what the average wedding dress costs, and then did quite a bit of <a href="https://www.brides.com/best-places-to-buy-wedding-dresses-online-4783904" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">online shopping</a> in advance. That way, when I went shopping in the store, I had a rough idea of what costs might be. Luckily, I managed my own budget and was able to set aside what I needed without input from my fiancé or parents. That said, my amazing husband told me before I went shopping that if I fell in love with something that was over budget and absolutely had to have it, he would be happy to help." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-43" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-44" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> &#34;I &#39;think&#39; I spent a medium amount on a wedding dress. For me, I wanted something that felt so special, that no other dress I wear in my life could ever compare. I mean, when else will I get the opportunity to dress up like a princess? That said, I was adamant that I didn&#39;t want to spend a ton of money on the dress because, in truth, I am only going to wear it once. In the end, I felt confident that I could find a once-in-a-lifetime dress on a medium budget, and I was right.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-45" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-46" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you stick to your budget? </strong>"My dress cost $1,000, which I thought was an amazing value because it's so beautiful and I loved it so much. The store also knew I needed to have quite a few alterations done at their sister store, so they capped alterations at around $750 total, which was a blessing because if I would have paid what the <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/wedding-dress-alterations-tips" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">alterations</a> cost it would have been the same price as the dress. All in all, I thought it was a wonderful deal and my mom offered to pay alterations as a gift. So, in the end, I spent $1,000 total on what I think is the dreamiest dress in the world!" </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-47" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-claire-n-9000"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-48" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Claire N., $9,000 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-49" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $9,000 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-50" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-51" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>"I had no idea where to start. So, I went to try on dresses to get a feel prior to setting a budget. I casually looked online to see; the designer dresses I loved were around $6,000 to $12,000. Before <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/7-couples-what-they-did-moment-after-getting-engaged" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">getting engaged</a>, I had no clue." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-52" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-53" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> &#34;The dress I chose was the second dress I tried on. It was not the style I thought I would go for, but it just felt right. I tried several other dresses but none that came close to this one. I love it and am so happy with my decision.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-54" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-55" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you stick to your budget?</strong> &#34;In the age of COVID, I did not set one. For me, I was mostly concerned with finding a dress that I loved [and] that worked for my timeline.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-56" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-elaina-d-2000"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-57" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Elaina D., $2,000 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-58" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $2,000 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-59" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-60" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>&#34;I watched a lot of &#39;Say Yes to the Dress&#39; growing up, and I&#39;ve always saved dresses I liked into scrapbooks and screenshots. I looked at the brands I loved like Justin Alexander, Maggie Sottero, Stella York, and used their average price ranges as a basis for my own wedding budget. My fiancé and I built a wedding budget using CostofWedding.com and then presented it to our parents to ask how much they would like to contribute to our day. My dad purchased my dress, and it was so special to have a first look with him on the wedding day!&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-61" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-62" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What factors went into your budget? </strong>&#34;I was one of those brides who had been planning their wedding since I was little, so I knew my dress was going to be a splurge item. When we first got engaged, we sat down and compared three of our splurge items, and my dress was my number one for me. I knew I wanted something classic and guessed that I&#39;d want a ballgown, too.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-63" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-64" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> "My mother-in-law and I went together to Richmond’s oldest dress store, Tiffany’s Bridal, and she pointed out 'the' dress. When I put it on, it was the most 'me' dress I've ever worn. It was a classic Justin Alexander sweetheart ball gown with lace appliques and a monarch train. Plus, it had <a href="https://www.brides.com/gallery/wedding-dresses-with-pockets" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">pockets</a>! I kept an impressive number of things in said pockets on the wedding day including my grandmother's prayer book, my vow book, my ring box, my handkerchief, and my lipstick kit." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-65" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-karina-l-1500"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-66" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Karina L., $1,500 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-67" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $1,500 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-68" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-69" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>"When my fiancé and I got engaged, my parents offered to contribute to our wedding. After having chosen our venue and having a better idea of what payments are involved in a wedding, we established a budget together. I chose my wedding dress budget before starting shopping as I knew what the price points were beforehand; my best friend bought her wedding dress before me. My parents made it clear they wanted to <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/why-you-have-to-buy-your-wedding-dress-nine-months-ahead" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">buy my wedding dress</a> and told me that I could take whatever amount I wanted from their contribution. Therefore, ultimately the budget for the dress was my decision." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-70" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-71" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What factors went into your budget? </strong>&#34;I decided on a medium budget (or so I think!). At the beginning of wedding planning, my fiancé and I looked at what our priorities were. We decided to allow ourselves to spend more on our priorities, which in our case were the venue and the photographer/videographer. Don’t get me wrong, the dress is super important! That being said, I would rather spend more on my dream venue and a good photographer and videographer.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-72" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-73" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> &#34;I haven’t bought it yet, but I’m looking for a sexy A-line with lots of bling/sparkles, and a ruffled bottom with a scalloped veil because I still want that wow factor.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-74" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-75" class="comp upnext-link mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-featuredlink mntl-sc-block-featuredlink mntl-block"> <a href="https://www.brides.com/real-brides-share-best-and-worst-wedding-dress-shopping-advice-5222156" rel="nocaes" id="mntl-sc-block-featuredlink__link_1-0-1" class=" mntl-sc-block-featuredlink__link mntl-text-link" data-tracking-container="true" data-tracking-id="featured-link" ><span class="link__wrapper">10 Real Brides Share the Best and Worst Wedding Dress Shopping Advice</span></a> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="loc article-right-rail"> <div id="mntl-right-rail_1-0" class="comp mntl-right-rail mntl-block"> <div id="sc-billboard-group_1-0" class="comp js-scads-inline-content sc-billboard-group mntl-block"> <div id="mntl-block_3-0" class="comp mntl-block"> <div id="billboard1-sticky-dynamic_1-0" class="comp scads-to-load right-rail__item billboard1-sticky-dynamic billboard-sticky mntl-sc-sticky-billboard" data-height="1050" style="height: 1050px;"> <div id="mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad_1-0" class="comp mntl-billboard mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad billboard1-dynamic mntl-dynamic-billboard mntl-gpt-dynamic-adunit mntl-gpt-adunit gpt billboard dynamic"> <div id="square-flex-1" class="wrapper" data-type="billboard" data-pos="atf" data-priority="2" data-sizes="[[300, 250],[299, 251],[300, 600],[300, 1050],[160, 600]]" data-rtb="true" data-wait-for-third-party="false" data-targeting="{}"></div> </div> </div> </div> <div id="mntl-block_4-0" class="comp mntl-block"> <div id="mntl-native_1-0" class="comp mntl-native" style="--native-ad-height: auto" data-right-rail-index="2"> <div id="mntl-native__adunit_1-0" class="comp scads-to-load mntl-native__adunit mntl-gpt-dynamic-adunit mntl-gpt-adunit gpt native dynamic"> <div id="native" class="wrapper" data-type="native" data-pos="native" data-priority="4" data-sizes="[[1, 3],&quot;fluid&quot;]" data-rtb="false" data-wait-for-third-party="false" data-targeting="{}"></div> </div> </div> </div> <div id="mntl-block_5-0" class="comp mntl-block"> <div id="billboard2-sticky-dynamic_2-0" class="comp scads-to-load right-rail__item billboard2-sticky-dynamic billboard-sticky mntl-sc-sticky-billboard" data-height="600" style="height: 600px;"> <div id="mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad_4-0" class="comp mntl-billboard mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad billboard2-dynamic mntl-dynamic-billboard mntl-gpt-dynamic-adunit mntl-gpt-adunit gpt billboard dynamic"> <div id="square-flex-2" class="wrapper" data-type="billboard" data-pos="btf1" data-priority="3" data-sizes="[[300, 250], [300, 251],[300, 600],[300, 601],[160, 600],[2, 1], &quot;fluid&quot;]" data-rtb="true" data-wait-for-third-party="false" data-targeting="{}"></div> </div> </div> </div> <div id="mntl-block_6-0" class="comp mntl-block"> <div id="billboard3-sticky-dynamic_1-0" class="comp scads-to-load right-rail__item billboard3-sticky-dynamic billboard-sticky mntl-sc-sticky-billboard" data-height="600" style="height: 600px;"> <div id="mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad_5-0" class="comp mntl-billboard mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad billboard3-dynamic mntl-dynamic-billboard mntl-gpt-dynamic-adunit mntl-gpt-adunit gpt billboard dynamic"> <div id="square-fixed" class="wrapper" data-type="billboard" data-pos="btf2" data-priority="5" data-sizes="[[300, 250],[299, 251],&quot;fluid&quot;]" data-rtb="true" data-wait-for-third-party="false" data-targeting="{}"></div>
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data-sc-sticky-offset="125" data-sc-ad-label-height="16" data-sc-ad-track-spacing="100" data-sc-min-track-height="250" data-sc-max-track-height="600" data-sc-breakpoint="50em" data-sc-load-immediate="5" data-sc-content-positions="[1, 1250, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]" data-bind-scroll-on-start="true"> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> You may have imagined your wedding dress your entire life, from how it'll make you feel when you're walking down the aisle to the way it'll sparkle or flow in photos. But now that you’re getting married and it’s actually time to <a href="https://www.brides.com/average-wedding-dress-cost-4799007" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">make that big purchase</a>, you're at a loss. Specifically, just how much should you spend on this singular look? Should you shell out thousands of dollars for a one-of-a-kind masterpiece, or buy something you love <em>enough </em>even if it isn’t unique? </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-1" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-2" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> Like most people, you probably don’t have an unlimited <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/wedding-budget-guide-allocating-funds-staying-on-track" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">budget</a>. You’re also all too aware that you’ll only wear your bridal gown once, which could be a bit unsettling given the other things you have to pay for, like flowers and food. On top of that, your wedding dress isn't the only fashion expense you likely have on your list, as accessories, like shoes and a veil, can be costly—in addition to hair and makeup on the big day. </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-3" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-4" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> To help fill in the gaps (and try to ease your mind), we spoke with seven real-life brides about how much their <a href="https://www.brides.com/gallery/wedding-dress-shopping-tips" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">wedding dresses</a> cost and the factors they considered when making this special purchase. Here are their stories. </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-5" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-6" class="comp related-link mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-featuredlink mntl-sc-block-featuredlink mntl-block"> <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/real-brides-wedding-dress-redo" rel="nocaes" id="mntl-sc-block-featuredlink__link_1-0" class=" mntl-sc-block-featuredlink__link mntl-text-link" data-tracking-container="true" data-tracking-id="featured-link" ><span class="link__wrapper">15 Real Brides Share What They Would Have Changed About Their Wedding Dresses</span></a> </div> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-7" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-lisa-g-155940"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-8" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Lisa G., $1,559.40 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-9" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $1,559.40 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-10" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-11" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>"[My partner and I] set a wedding budget and decided on our top wedding priorities. My dress went into this category, along with having a restorative yoga class the morning of the wedding and having an amazing wedding celebrant. Our <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/how-much-parents-pay-for-their-childrens-weddings" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">parents contributed money</a>, but we have had full say over how we wanted to allocate the money." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-12" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-13" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> &#34;I wanted a high-quality fabric so I was mindful of the feel of the silk and lace. You can tell so much about the quality of the dress by the feel of the fabric. My wedding dress has beautiful lace, comes in at the waist, and flows at the bottom. It&#39;s stunning and suits my hourglass figure and our picnic-style wedding.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-14" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-15" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you stick to your budget? </strong>"I browsed shops before booking an appointment. I had a shop in mind. I selected [my] <a href="https://www.brides.com/bridal-appointments-during-coronavirus-5076350" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">bridal shop</a> as everything in the store was within my price range, so I could try on any dress without worrying about the price tag. </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-16" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-17" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> The store I selected had a closing-down sale, and I was the first person to see the announcement and book an appointment! This meant that I had the pick of the bunch, and I fell head over heels with a beautiful dress. It was 40 percent off so I was able to purchase a $2,599 dress for $1,559.40. That&#39;s a saving of $1,039.60, and I would have happily paid full price as I absolutely love my dress!! </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-18" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-19" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> I also tried to be thrifty. For example, I purchased the <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/style-tips-on-choosing-veil-for-your-wedding-dress" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">veil</a> second-hand at a closing down sale and negotiated the price from $100 to $50." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-20" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-shannon-o-8500"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-21" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Shannon O., $8,500 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-22" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $8,500 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-23" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-24" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>"My parents and I had lengthy discussions about what we wanted to spend the most money on. We decided to <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/how-much-do-wedding-flowers-cost-carmel-valley" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">spend the most on flowers</a> and décor. My mom wanted a whimsical Christmas wedding at the Colony Hotel in Palm Beach, with amazing Christmas trees everywhere and fresh flowers. So, the budget was originally $5,000 for the dress." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-25" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-26" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What factors went into your budget? </strong>&#34;I’ve always loved timeless styles with a bit of trendiness. I never wanted to wear a wedding dress everyone else would have.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-27" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-28" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> "The wedding was <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/how-to-throw-a-classy-christmas-wedding" class="pseudoStyle" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">Christmas-themed</a> in Palm Beach in December so I knew I wanted long sleeves. I have always been obsessed with Monique Lhuillier's wedding gowns. They are so timeless but unique! I had seen a photo of this wedding dress before I even got engaged and knew it was the one, even though I knew it probably wasn’t in the budget. We went to Chic Parisien, a bridal salon in Miami, knowing they had the dress in stock. My mom and grandma insisted I try it on (just to see...!). <span class="mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot-inline"></span>I went in not thinking in a million years I’d be able to actually get that dress, but once I tried it on my mom cried and knew she could rearrange some things in other places for the wedding to be able to pay for my dream dress. It also helped that my grandma cried and offered to help pay for the dress!" </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-29" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-rebecca-m-6600"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-30" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Rebecca M., $6,600 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-31" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $6,600 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-32" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-33" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>&#34;I knew the type of designers I would want. In hindsight, I should have spent much less based on the overall cost of my wedding, but I wanted the dress.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-34" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-35" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you stick to your budget? </strong>&#34;My budget was $4,000 to $6,000. I clearly went over, and I haven’t even paid for alterations or bought my veil, etc.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-36" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-37" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> &#34;Style—I wanted lace!&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-38" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-megan-h-1000"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-39" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Megan H., $1,000 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-40" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend: </strong>$1,000 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-41" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-42" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>&nbsp;"I did a lot of research online around what the average wedding dress costs, and then did quite a bit of <a href="https://www.brides.com/best-places-to-buy-wedding-dresses-online-4783904" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">online shopping</a> in advance. That way, when I went shopping in the store, I had a rough idea of what costs might be. Luckily, I managed my own budget and was able to set aside what I needed without input from my fiancé or parents. That said, my amazing husband told me before I went shopping that if I fell in love with something that was over budget and absolutely had to have it, he would be happy to help." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-43" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-44" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> &#34;I &#39;think&#39; I spent a medium amount on a wedding dress. For me, I wanted something that felt so special, that no other dress I wear in my life could ever compare. I mean, when else will I get the opportunity to dress up like a princess? That said, I was adamant that I didn&#39;t want to spend a ton of money on the dress because, in truth, I am only going to wear it once. In the end, I felt confident that I could find a once-in-a-lifetime dress on a medium budget, and I was right.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-45" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-46" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you stick to your budget? </strong>"My dress cost $1,000, which I thought was an amazing value because it's so beautiful and I loved it so much. The store also knew I needed to have quite a few alterations done at their sister store, so they capped alterations at around $750 total, which was a blessing because if I would have paid what the <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/wedding-dress-alterations-tips" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">alterations</a> cost it would have been the same price as the dress. All in all, I thought it was a wonderful deal and my mom offered to pay alterations as a gift. So, in the end, I spent $1,000 total on what I think is the dreamiest dress in the world!" </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-47" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-claire-n-9000"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-48" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Claire N., $9,000 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-49" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $9,000 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-50" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-51" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>"I had no idea where to start. So, I went to try on dresses to get a feel prior to setting a budget. I casually looked online to see; the designer dresses I loved were around $6,000 to $12,000. Before <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/7-couples-what-they-did-moment-after-getting-engaged" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">getting engaged</a>, I had no clue." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-52" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-53" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> &#34;The dress I chose was the second dress I tried on. It was not the style I thought I would go for, but it just felt right. I tried several other dresses but none that came close to this one. I love it and am so happy with my decision.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-54" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-55" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you stick to your budget?</strong> &#34;In the age of COVID, I did not set one. For me, I was mostly concerned with finding a dress that I loved [and] that worked for my timeline.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-56" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-elaina-d-2000"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-57" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Elaina D., $2,000 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-58" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $2,000 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-59" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-60" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>&#34;I watched a lot of &#39;Say Yes to the Dress&#39; growing up, and I&#39;ve always saved dresses I liked into scrapbooks and screenshots. I looked at the brands I loved like Justin Alexander, Maggie Sottero, Stella York, and used their average price ranges as a basis for my own wedding budget. My fiancé and I built a wedding budget using CostofWedding.com and then presented it to our parents to ask how much they would like to contribute to our day. My dad purchased my dress, and it was so special to have a first look with him on the wedding day!&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-61" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-62" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What factors went into your budget? </strong>&#34;I was one of those brides who had been planning their wedding since I was little, so I knew my dress was going to be a splurge item. When we first got engaged, we sat down and compared three of our splurge items, and my dress was my number one for me. I knew I wanted something classic and guessed that I&#39;d want a ballgown, too.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-63" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-64" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> "My mother-in-law and I went together to Richmond’s oldest dress store, Tiffany’s Bridal, and she pointed out 'the' dress. When I put it on, it was the most 'me' dress I've ever worn. It was a classic Justin Alexander sweetheart ball gown with lace appliques and a monarch train. Plus, it had <a href="https://www.brides.com/gallery/wedding-dresses-with-pockets" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">pockets</a>! I kept an impressive number of things in said pockets on the wedding day including my grandmother's prayer book, my vow book, my ring box, my handkerchief, and my lipstick kit." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-65" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <span class="heading-toc" id="toc-karina-l-1500"></span> <h2 id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-66" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading"> <span class="mntl-sc-block-heading__text"> Karina L., $1,500 </span> </h2> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-67" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How much did you spend:</strong> $1,500 </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-68" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-69" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>How did you set your budget for your wedding dress? </strong>"When my fiancé and I got engaged, my parents offered to contribute to our wedding. After having chosen our venue and having a better idea of what payments are involved in a wedding, we established a budget together. I chose my wedding dress budget before starting shopping as I knew what the price points were beforehand; my best friend bought her wedding dress before me. My parents made it clear they wanted to <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/why-you-have-to-buy-your-wedding-dress-nine-months-ahead" data-component="link" data-source="inlineLink" data-type="internalLink" data-ordinal="1">buy my wedding dress</a> and told me that I could take whatever amount I wanted from their contribution. Therefore, ultimately the budget for the dress was my decision." </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-70" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-71" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What factors went into your budget? </strong>&#34;I decided on a medium budget (or so I think!). At the beginning of wedding planning, my fiancé and I looked at what our priorities were. We decided to allow ourselves to spend more on our priorities, which in our case were the venue and the photographer/videographer. Don’t get me wrong, the dress is super important! That being said, I would rather spend more on my dream venue and a good photographer and videographer.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-72" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <p id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-73" class="comp mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-html mntl-sc-block-html"> <strong>What was most important in choosing your wedding dress?</strong> &#34;I haven’t bought it yet, but I’m looking for a sexy A-line with lots of bling/sparkles, and a ruffled bottom with a scalloped veil because I still want that wow factor.&#34; </p> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-74" class="comp u-no-article-width-restriction mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-adslot mntl-sc-block-adslot mntl-block"></div> <div id="mntl-sc-block_1-0-75" class="comp upnext-link mntl-sc-block beauty-sc-block-featuredlink mntl-sc-block-featuredlink mntl-block"> <a href="https://www.brides.com/real-brides-share-best-and-worst-wedding-dress-shopping-advice-5222156" rel="nocaes" id="mntl-sc-block-featuredlink__link_1-0-1" class=" mntl-sc-block-featuredlink__link mntl-text-link" data-tracking-container="true" data-tracking-id="featured-link" ><span class="link__wrapper">10 Real Brides Share the Best and Worst Wedding Dress Shopping Advice</span></a> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="loc article-right-rail"> <div id="mntl-right-rail_1-0" class="comp mntl-right-rail mntl-block"> <div id="sc-billboard-group_1-0" class="comp js-scads-inline-content sc-billboard-group mntl-block"> <div id="mntl-block_3-0" class="comp mntl-block"> <div id="billboard1-sticky-dynamic_1-0" class="comp scads-to-load right-rail__item billboard1-sticky-dynamic billboard-sticky mntl-sc-sticky-billboard" data-height="1050" style="height: 1050px;"> <div id="mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad_1-0" class="comp mntl-billboard mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad billboard1-dynamic mntl-dynamic-billboard mntl-gpt-dynamic-adunit mntl-gpt-adunit gpt billboard dynamic"> <div id="square-flex-1" class="wrapper" data-type="billboard" data-pos="atf" data-priority="2" data-sizes="[[300, 250],[299, 251],[300, 600],[300, 1050],[160, 600]]" data-rtb="true" data-wait-for-third-party="false" data-targeting="{}"></div> </div> </div> </div> <div id="mntl-block_4-0" class="comp mntl-block"> <div id="mntl-native_1-0" class="comp mntl-native" style="--native-ad-height: auto" data-right-rail-index="2"> <div id="mntl-native__adunit_1-0" class="comp scads-to-load mntl-native__adunit mntl-gpt-dynamic-adunit mntl-gpt-adunit gpt native dynamic"> <div id="native" class="wrapper" data-type="native" data-pos="native" data-priority="4" data-sizes="[[1, 3],&quot;fluid&quot;]" data-rtb="false" data-wait-for-third-party="false" data-targeting="{}"></div> </div> </div> </div> <div id="mntl-block_5-0" class="comp mntl-block"> <div id="billboard2-sticky-dynamic_2-0" class="comp scads-to-load right-rail__item billboard2-sticky-dynamic billboard-sticky mntl-sc-sticky-billboard" data-height="600" style="height: 600px;"> <div id="mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad_4-0" class="comp mntl-billboard mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad billboard2-dynamic mntl-dynamic-billboard mntl-gpt-dynamic-adunit mntl-gpt-adunit gpt billboard dynamic"> <div id="square-flex-2" class="wrapper" data-type="billboard" data-pos="btf1" data-priority="3" data-sizes="[[300, 250], [300, 251],[300, 600],[300, 601],[160, 600],[2, 1], &quot;fluid&quot;]" data-rtb="true" data-wait-for-third-party="false" data-targeting="{}"></div> </div> </div> </div> <div id="mntl-block_6-0" class="comp mntl-block"> <div id="billboard3-sticky-dynamic_1-0" class="comp scads-to-load right-rail__item billboard3-sticky-dynamic billboard-sticky mntl-sc-sticky-billboard" data-height="600" style="height: 600px;"> <div id="mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad_5-0" class="comp mntl-billboard mntl-sc-sticky-billboard-ad billboard3-dynamic mntl-dynamic-billboard mntl-gpt-dynamic-adunit mntl-gpt-adunit gpt billboard dynamic"> <div id="square-fixed" class="wrapper" data-type="billboard" data-pos="btf2" data-priority="5" data-sizes="[[300, 250],[299, 251],&quot;fluid&quot;]" data-rtb="true" data-wait-for-third-party="false" data-targeting="{}"></div>
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