I bought a white prom dress from Dillards to wear as my wedding dress. I keep wishing that I had splurged and bought a more expensive "real" wedding dress. I don't have a lot of money for my wedding and it's going to be in my home anyway. Do you thing I should go ahead and buy the real thing or just try to be happy with what I have?
2007-01-22 02:44:49 · 35 answers · asked by orangeflameninja 4 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
I wore a white prom dress for my wedding which cost only $50 dollars but was very elegant. My sister did the same thing after I phoned her about a white prom dress with butterflies that I saw at Sear's for $35. We both had beautiful semi-formal weddings (our Misters wore formal wear) despite our inexpensive dresses. ;) What's really important is the marriage that begins after the wedding. :) Will a more expensive dress really make you happier?
2007-01-22 03:04:22 · answer #1 · answered by AMEWzing 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Okay, first of all, there is no such thing as a "real" wedding dress. There was a time when women just wore their best dress to their weddings, and wore it again several times.
Secondly, it doesn't matter how much you spend on it (reasonably), what matters is how it feels to you. Every bride should have that "This is THE dress" moment. If you haven't had it yet, then keep looking, and wear the Dillard's dress to the rehearsal dinner or another party.
Thirdly, it doesn't have to be expensive to look elegant and stunning. If you look great in the dress, you love it, and it's sensible for your wedding, then go for it! Just make sure that it's the elegant and stunning sort of prom dress, not the tacky pop-star kind.
2007-01-22 02:57:36 · answer #2 · answered by Alicia 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My bridesmaids wore prom dresses. They looked great and the dresses were very appropriate for a wedding. I bet your dress is too, it kind of amazing the dresses they make for proms nowadays. I would almost guarantee that no one will think your dress was bought off the prom rack at Dillards.
If you really think you might be unhappy in the dress though, it hurts nothing and no one to go and have a look at a bridal shop to see what they have. Even Davids Bridlas has the $99 gown sale going on all the time, so if you decide that you just arent happy with your choice, you have reasonably priced options out there.
However, what attracted you to this dress? When you tried it on, did you get excited that this was the dress you would be married in? If so, then I think you have found your dress and there isnt a need to go looking for another because you won find any that give you that exciting feeling.
Good luck in your decision!
2007-01-22 02:53:42 · answer #3 · answered by kateqd30 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
If you think it's a pretty dress, wear it. Doesn't matter if it's called "prom dress" or something else, as long as you wear it when getting married it's a wedding dress, and you'll look stunning either way. Just be happy and appreciate what you've got. If you really feel uncomfortable with it, perhaps you should buy yourself another dress (wedding dress or whatever you want) that you also can afford, and "save" on something else that's "easy" to save on (like.. not everyday food or rent or something ;)).
2007-01-22 03:08:15 · answer #4 · answered by sofia 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When I was 17 I bought a white prom dress. It was beautiful. Well, 3 months later, my fella and I decided to get married. I wore that prom dress. My mom was a seamstress, so she made a white net cape to wear over my shoulders during the wedding since we were married in a church. (We had to have our shoulders covered. Never did find out why). I had so many compliments on that dress because it really did look like a wedding dress. Adding the veil and flowers completted the appropriate look. Go for it!! It's not the clothes you wear, it's what in your heart that counts. Always be true to yourself. You have nothing to prove to anyone else!!! Just be happy...
2007-01-22 03:00:22 · answer #5 · answered by NANA 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Its not the dress that makes the wedding its the man. I liked the Mexican cotton wedding dresses that were worn in the '60s they were lacy, feminine and festive, if this fits the description of your dress, then I won't tell anyone its a prom dress if you don't. If your dress is overtly sexy or see through then you shouldn't wear it. But since you are on a budget, paying at least $700 for a half decent bridal gown may be pretty senseless. Once you add a bridal bouquet and a tiara and veil, no one will ever know.
2007-01-22 02:53:12 · answer #6 · answered by justa 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
If youre not happy with it, then return it and buy one that makes you happy! (regardless of whether it is classified as a prom, bridesmaid, or wedding dress)
If you feel like you look perfect on your wedding day, it doesnt matter where it is. If you dont think you have the perfect dress you will always regret not going out to try to find one.
As silly as it sounds, I learned that lesson from the prom, where I borrowed a dress and just kind of felt kind of ok about how I looked, and refused to let my parents display pictures afterwards. This is your wedding, youre going to want to put pictures up...make sure they are good pictures!
2007-01-22 02:52:19 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
What makes it a "real wedding dress" is that you wear it to get married in. If you like the dress you bought, go ahead and wear it. If you are really not happy with it, then you should look for something else you can afford. But don't put yourself in debt over it. Your happiness is what will make you beautiful, not the dress you're wearing.
2007-01-22 02:46:50 · answer #8 · answered by MOM KNOWS EVERYTHING 7 · 6⤊ 0⤋
Your dress doesn't need to be really expensive for your wedding to be nice. I know that everyone runs around all panicked because they think one little thing is going to make the whole ceremony a disaster but in full honesty it doesn't work that way. As long as you are happy with the way you look and the man you are walking down the isle with everything will be wonderful. Forget about the dress and look at the overall progress. Congrats and I'm sure your dress will be beautiful.
2007-01-22 02:51:21 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
Ultimately, it's your wedding so the decision is on you. I think you need to ask yourself if you'll regret not having a "real" wedding dress if you use the prom dress. Keep in mind that places like David's Bridal have cheap dresses, if you decide to go that route.
In any case, the magical part of the wedding has nothing to do with the dress, but with the fact that you'll be committing your life to be with someone :-)
2007-01-22 02:48:26 · answer #10 · answered by ogrulesyou 2 · 4⤊ 0⤋