Looking in the range of $60-$80, the girls are paying for their own dresses but I'd like to keep it cheaper or at the very least be a dress they can wear again. They are all in college so I don't want them to pay like $150 each. I've tried to find prom dresses/formal dresses but not having much luck.
2007-04-10 15:00:00 · 14 answers · asked by RoniLea 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
Do you have a DEB by you? Their dresses don't have to be exact, just go with the theme. DEB has nice dresses for less.
AND Bravo to you for thinking of your girls. Not too many brides do. I work in the wedding biz, and you dear are refreshing. :)
I wish you the best.
2007-04-10 15:19:57 · answer #1 · answered by jeaniesfloral 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Do you have a Belk near you? They have the CUTEST dresses, and they are always having sales. I would try clearance racks at departments stores. How formal is your wedding? If it's daytime, you might be able to find a more casual dress that is still nice but cheaper. You could possibly find some at second hand store, but none that match.
Whenever I get married, I think I'd like to suggest a color (and provide a swatch) and get the girls to wear coordinating colors (like jewel tones, or pastels, or whatever). Good luck!
PS David's Bridal is NOT that cheap.
2007-04-10 22:08:11 · answer #2 · answered by rosiecotton19 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
David's bridal has a great selection, although it will probably be in the 80-100 range. If you've already tried the department store route, you might want to consider this option: give your girls a color sample of what you want for your wedding color, and let them each choose a dress that suits their style to wear for the wedding. They'll still coordinate with your theme, but they'll each be able to show a little individuality and they're more likely to pick something that is in their price range and that they will want to wear again. Congrats and good luck!
2007-04-10 22:47:40 · answer #3 · answered by mystiflaur 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
To get prices that low they should look for "off the rack" at a dept store (sears, jcpenney, etc) in the formal dept. It works really well, especially if they all go together to find a style or color that is the same. Then just have alterations done at an independant seamstress (generally better quality for a lower price anyway).
Another option is of course ebay. However, the return policy there is usually, "there isnt one".
Yet another option (and certainly NOT the worst of them) is to buy a pattern of a dress you like and have an independant seamstress make them all (this is not always expensive, shop around). It will generally cost you the materials costs and a small hourly wage. So pay attention to the fabrics you choose as well.
If everyone is willing to go a little higher ($99 - $120 range) I can recommend a few online places. Just email me and let me know.
2007-04-10 22:14:15 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
I love the idea of dept stores. You can't really look online for them but if you go to several major department stores near you (Sears, JC Penny, Dillards) all your bridesmaids should be able to find the dress easily. Prom dresses are going on sale now too. Here are some links to a bunch of places that have rather inexpensive dresses.
What are you looking for--short long? formal casual? Here are some great sites to try out that have TONS of gorgeous dresses.
http://www.dessy.com/
http://threaddesign.com/collections/pages/c1.php
http://www.therosedress.com/dresses/dresses-pg10.html
http://www.debshops.com/
http://www.davidsbridal.com
http://www.bridalonlinestore.com
Also try looking up special occasion dresses. Try sites that list communion dresses, graduation dresses, sweet 16/15. Try using ebay to search for those instead of bridesmaid dresses.
I hope these give you some idea of what you can look for. Hope I helped!
2007-04-10 23:07:55 · answer #5 · answered by phantom_of_valkyrie 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Mine came off of the David's Bridal clearance rack. One of my bridesmaids picked them out. Not sure if any of them wore them again. I put the little girls in my wedding party in clearance Easter dresses that I picked up for $3 each. They looked adorable!
2007-04-10 23:53:13 · answer #6 · answered by Gabby_Gabby_Purrsalot 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You might try on Ebay.com. - I just did a quick search on-line and came up with this - it may not be the style you want but I thought it looked nice for the price and there are a lot more to look at on the site.....http://www.houseofbrides.com ......Bridesmaid Dress Style 76101...at least it is a start.
Best wishes to you too!
2007-04-10 22:37:11 · answer #7 · answered by MOB 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try ebay. Not only do they have used dresses, but you can find places that will custom make a new dress in the sizes of the girls in your wedding party.
2007-04-10 22:09:17 · answer #8 · answered by krystiinkay 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
david's bridal have great dresses and the are always having sales, and if you get your dress from there the bridal party gets discounts on all the wedding attire that includes your intire wedding party if they chose tho shop there. my bridesmaids dresses were 130.00 but i got 20.oo of and they only paid 110.00 check out there web site and go into the store becasue there are some dresses that are on sale but they are not shown on the web. good luck to you
2007-04-11 01:21:37 · answer #9 · answered by mzmack 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
When prom is over in your location shop the sales. I'm sure you'll find a good selection just watch out for sales.
2007-04-10 23:34:29 · answer #10 · answered by Rox 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋