Wedding is a very expensive event, preparation for which must be carried out in advance. Any chance of saving and reducing costs is certainly considered by the newlyweds, but of course within reason.
Wedding turmoil often begins with the choice of dress for the bride, because this stage is the most difficult and requires the allocation of a large amount of time. Fortunately, wedding salons are not uncommon in our time and it is with their help that you can decide on the choice of the dress in which the bride will spend her wedding day.
Where to looking for?
First of all, everyone goes to the nearest bridal salon, which attracts mannequins in flawless outfits. At the same time, few people know that all wedding salons are divided into several types:
- elite;
- ordinary;
- economical.
The economy class salon, although it does not shine with its name, is in fact not much different from higher grade wedding salons. Even the process of buying is completely similar to how the selection and purchase of a dress will take place in an elite salon.
You will be treated with due respect, will be given as much time as needed. They will advise more successful models for your figure, as well as help with the selection of those accessories that will create a single harmony with your chosen image.
The only thing that really distinguishes the economy salon from the elite is the inexpensive models of dresses, which by their quality are largely inferior to the designer ones. In inexpensive wedding fashion stores, Chinese copies of dresses from famous designers are put up for sale.
Often it is these salons that take defective products, so you, as a client of the economy class, should be vigilant and attentive. Do not be afraid at the same time seem picky and too demanding, because this is your wedding, where you should look perfect. Marriage in a wedding dress may be in the presence of stains, puffs and loose decor.
It is not necessary to hang a tag of non-originality and bad taste on a cheap wedding dress. A low price may indicate a little known brand under which it is issued, the authorship of a novice designer, or the use of inexpensive fabrics and materials.
There is always a chance to choose a budget dress in a specialized salon or online store. If you choose the right silhouette and take into account the features of the figure, then even an inexpensive dress can look better than a super-fashionable creation from a fashionable fashion designer.
A stunning view is actually easy to create: a bit of flying fabric, a fitted cut (if it fits with the figure), and a hairstyle.
Wedding dress used
Since the wedding dress is purchased only at one time, it makes sense to buy it in the used version. Often with the dress and accessories are sold.
Opportunities to choose a dress in this version weight:
- TV advertisements (mostly relevant for provincial cities);
- print ads;
- commission shops;
- forums and specialized sites;
- online auctions.
If you seriously look for a used dress, it is quite possible to find the model you are interested in without paying a lot of money.
Purchase in the online store
Internet sales are more active than in regular stores. This applies to any product, including wedding dresses.In online stores you can find the same models as in regular stores, only for a much lower cost. And if you also got on sale, then your chances to save increase significantly.
Practice shows that it is in Internet salons that they openly declare which dress is being sold - a Chinese copy or an original. While in wedding salons expensive originals can be presented in the form of fakes. For confidence in the originality of the wedding dress, ask for a certificate of quality.
Alternatively, you can see foreign online stores. It often happens that prices are cheaper in them than in Russian ones. The problem with the delivery is unlikely to arise: the majority of online stores send goods around the world. In extreme cases, you can order the services of an intermediary who will send the dress in a convenient way for you.
The only drawback of buying a wedding dress may be the lack of a fitting opportunity. But if it is good to take measurements and carefully place an order for a dress, then you will get exactly the dress that fits your figure. In addition, in online stores there is always the possibility of returning the dress, since this condition is governed by the RF Law "On Protection of Consumer Rights". Therefore, it is better to order a dress long before the wedding, in order to be able to re-order.
Dress rental
The desire to be at their wedding the most beautiful, charming and unique characteristic of each bride. That's just not always the budget allows you to roam to the fullest and shine in a dress from the new collection of one of the famous brands.
You, as a bride, waiting for viewing a large number of options, a difficult choice, the struggle with doubts. But all this makes no sense when in the hands is a treasured box with the same dress. And it doesn’t matter how much it cost you, and maybe it was even rented.
The last option can be considered only if the bride is not particularly worried about the fact that the dress was already dressed.
Renting a wedding dress is not inferior in its popularity to the sale of wedding dresses and individual tailoring. The indisputable and most significant advantage of renting a dress is that you can choose the most expensive dress, paying a small amount for it. And is it worth buying a dress for one day, so that later it gets dusty in the closet?
Specialist salons are engaged in renting wedding dresses. Their visit is better to organize with a friend or close relative. Practical advice and criticism has not prevented anyone in the selection of a wedding image. It would not be superfluous to take pictures in several outfits that you liked the most, and then, in a calmer atmosphere, analyze and better examine each image.
Sewing
Do it yourself
Sewing a wedding dress with your own hands It requires much less money than buying the same model in the salon, because in addition to the cost of the fabric, the price of the wizard, brand fees, advertising, taxes, salon rent and the salaries of its employees will be included in the price.
Expensive decorations can be replaced by cheaper ones. Watch for quality, because cheap and ugly fittings can ruin the whole image. All you need to choose on the basis of the ratio "Price / Quality." A rich choice and a lot of competition in the market allow it.
If you do not have experience in tailoring dresses, we recommend to purchase a budget version of the wedding dress in the store. So you get a 100% result and save your nerves, because sewing requires a lot of time, effort and patience.
At the seamstress
Wedding dress can be ordered from a seamstress. However, in this case it is hardly possible to talk about big savings, because the cost will include all of the above, plus the time spent on fitting the dress on the figure, which is usually higher than in the store, since you will need to come over for several times.
Do not believe those who say that individual sewing at the seamstress will be cheaper than buying a dress in a shop. Mass production is always cheaper. An exception - branded luxury wedding dresses. But there are few craftsmen who can sew such under normal conditions.
To save money, you can opt out of expensive fabrics and accessories. Even a laconic outfit with the right approach can be beautiful.
From inexpensive fabrics that are used in the formation of a wedding dress, we can distinguish:
- weightless chiffon
- chic guipure
- smart taffeta
- flying tulle.
A long train is also useless in the economy version, but a straight cut with a skirt to the floor is a suitable option.
Summertime wedding is a great occasion summer short dress, the cost of which is usually slightly lower than the long.
If you nevertheless chose individual tailoring because of a non-standard figure or other reasons, do not rush to go to the master without a clear idea of the finished version of the dress. No matter how skilled a designer is, he is not a wizard. And misunderstanding will cause problems and lead to a result that is unlikely to correspond to the ideal.
Wedding evening dress
Wedding fashion has changed a lot, becoming more loyal and not so fanciful. Simple models are becoming more and more popular and not necessarily in white. This allows you to choose a wedding so-called evening wedding dress. This option is suitable for rational brides who want to buy not just a wedding dress, but also an evening dress.
The advantages are indisputable: the dress does not need to be taken to the rental point or to think about what to do with it after the wedding.
The most practical and rational brides prefer light trouser suits, which can also be used as a wedding dress.
The simplicity of the dress is easily corrected by elegant and fancy shoes, which will bring the necessary proportion of femininity and sexuality into the image.
I do not understand those who buy very expensive wedding dresses. This is just a day of your life, in fact, it does not change anything. It is better to leave the money saved for a honeymoon trip.