Q. HELP!! I really don't want to spend 2+ grands for a wedding gown that I will not wear again...
Where can I find a good bridal gown rental place around the MD/DC/VA area?
Thanks!
Where can I find a good bridal gown rental place around the MD/DC/VA area?
Thanks!
Answer
Great idea! You know honestly ebay has some REALLY cheap gowns. I know a girl who got one from china on ebay for almost nothing. The shipping was the biggest hassel ($100). Also if you do end up buying ask for LAST SEASON"S stalk. WAY CHEAPER. Some of those gowns would cost less then renting and are definatly great looking!!!!! ALso there are stores that sell used dresses. Usually the dress has to be only 3 years old and they are reasonably priced.
Good luck on dress shopping!
Great idea! You know honestly ebay has some REALLY cheap gowns. I know a girl who got one from china on ebay for almost nothing. The shipping was the biggest hassel ($100). Also if you do end up buying ask for LAST SEASON"S stalk. WAY CHEAPER. Some of those gowns would cost less then renting and are definatly great looking!!!!! ALso there are stores that sell used dresses. Usually the dress has to be only 3 years old and they are reasonably priced.
Good luck on dress shopping!
$11,000 Budget for my wedding in October... PLEASE HELP?
beckyvince
Any help is good. I am getting married in Fredericksburg, VA hopefully in October of this year. I am super stressed out. Can't find a venue that is in my price range... I do not know what to do.
please help me!
Answer
First, determine how many guests in your wedding.
And consider this website:
www.costofwedding.com
It's a good tool which really helps with maintaining your focus/budget with your wedding. It gives you a general ball park figure, then you can start shaving costs as you go over each category. This also helps with not forgetting any details too.
INVITATIONS:
Create your own wedding invitations. If you have a Michaels Craft store nearby, this is a great opportunity to check out their clearance section. They have pretty good create your own wedding invitations by BRIDAL MAGAZINE on sale (just saw them yesterday....they sell fast when it's on clearance!) Also consider creating your own "save the date" cards for out of town guests too (send out in March for October).
Also check out (if you want to make your own):
www.paper-source.com
FLOWERS (You can do well with a budget of up to $1,500.00)
Believe it or not, check out Costco's website, under flowers and wedding flowers. They actually have suppliers that create bridal party flowers at a very reasonable price, and very nice too (if you like very simple details such as an all rose bouquet).
Check out Costco for invitations too. Nice selection and well priced too (My daughter in law ordered theirs, and I was pleasantly pleased....it was only 100.00 for invitations and reply cards, etc...)
Shave costs by finding a restaurant or hotel w/banquet rooms with a ceremony site. (it may cost a little more that if you find a site. Restaurants and hotels have everything including staff). It'll spare you alot of headaches with locating a catering; rental of linens and tables & chairs, etc.....) You'll do good if you're able to find a restaurant/hotel that offers meals up to $65.00 per person ($6,500.00)
CAKES (Sometimes the restaurant or hotel provides that at a reasonable amount)
FAVORS: (100.00 to 250.00 [1.00 to 2.50 per person])
So far, that's approximately 8,350.00
Other factors:
Brides gown (Check out David's Bridal or even Target on line....Issac Mizrahi's line. Currently on sale, and a great price of only $100.00. My daughter in law got her dress there [on line] and it looked no different then someone who paid 1,500.00).
Bridesmaid dresses & shoes (Bridesmaids may pay for their own)
(Go to outlets for great bridesmaid dresses....i.e.: Coldwater Creek
had a variety of dresses that were perfect for bridesmaid dresses
for under $50.00, and they were made of silk or silk chiffon)
Tux rental (for groom & groomsmen)
(Optional: Transportation, i.e.: Limo., may not be necessary)
Hotel Room for (day before and after wedding)
Hope this gives you a little guidance/direction.
First, determine how many guests in your wedding.
And consider this website:
www.costofwedding.com
It's a good tool which really helps with maintaining your focus/budget with your wedding. It gives you a general ball park figure, then you can start shaving costs as you go over each category. This also helps with not forgetting any details too.
INVITATIONS:
Create your own wedding invitations. If you have a Michaels Craft store nearby, this is a great opportunity to check out their clearance section. They have pretty good create your own wedding invitations by BRIDAL MAGAZINE on sale (just saw them yesterday....they sell fast when it's on clearance!) Also consider creating your own "save the date" cards for out of town guests too (send out in March for October).
Also check out (if you want to make your own):
www.paper-source.com
FLOWERS (You can do well with a budget of up to $1,500.00)
Believe it or not, check out Costco's website, under flowers and wedding flowers. They actually have suppliers that create bridal party flowers at a very reasonable price, and very nice too (if you like very simple details such as an all rose bouquet).
Check out Costco for invitations too. Nice selection and well priced too (My daughter in law ordered theirs, and I was pleasantly pleased....it was only 100.00 for invitations and reply cards, etc...)
Shave costs by finding a restaurant or hotel w/banquet rooms with a ceremony site. (it may cost a little more that if you find a site. Restaurants and hotels have everything including staff). It'll spare you alot of headaches with locating a catering; rental of linens and tables & chairs, etc.....) You'll do good if you're able to find a restaurant/hotel that offers meals up to $65.00 per person ($6,500.00)
CAKES (Sometimes the restaurant or hotel provides that at a reasonable amount)
FAVORS: (100.00 to 250.00 [1.00 to 2.50 per person])
So far, that's approximately 8,350.00
Other factors:
Brides gown (Check out David's Bridal or even Target on line....Issac Mizrahi's line. Currently on sale, and a great price of only $100.00. My daughter in law got her dress there [on line] and it looked no different then someone who paid 1,500.00).
Bridesmaid dresses & shoes (Bridesmaids may pay for their own)
(Go to outlets for great bridesmaid dresses....i.e.: Coldwater Creek
had a variety of dresses that were perfect for bridesmaid dresses
for under $50.00, and they were made of silk or silk chiffon)
Tux rental (for groom & groomsmen)
(Optional: Transportation, i.e.: Limo., may not be necessary)
Hotel Room for (day before and after wedding)
Hope this gives you a little guidance/direction.
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