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One way to save money on a wedding
gown is to buy the gown right of the rack (the sample
dress). Of course, you'll have to try it on and make sure
it's your size. Another thing you'll have to consider is
that you will probably have to get it dry-cleaned before your
wedding.
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Another
way to save is to rent or borrow a gown. Go to a resale or
rental store in your area and check out what they have to
offer. You may be surprised at what you find!
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Consider buying a white bridesmaid's
dress. They are much cheaper than a wedding gown and can be
just as beautiful.
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ear your mother's wedding gown.
You'll probably have to make some alterations and perhaps add some
beads or lace, but the costs will be considerably less than buying
a new gown.
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The simpler the dress (less beading
and lace), the less expensive.
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Here are a few tips you need to know before you purchase your
wedding gown:
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Be
sure to find out who the designer of the dress is.
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Make
sure the bridal shop is authorized to sell it.
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If
you find a dress that you absolutely adore but would like
a few minor changes (different neckline, sleeves, etc.), would the bridal
shop be able to make these changes? If so, how much
extra is it going to cost you?
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Ask
the bridal shop how long the dress will take to come in. Will you get it in time if you are ordering it late?
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Be
sure you look at some fabric samples. You'll want to see the exact color that
you are ordering (sometimes sample dresses can get worn
looking).
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Use
a credit card to purchase your dress. This will protect you in case
something goes wrong.
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Get
a written estimate of how much the alterations will be
before you buy the dress. Some bridal shops will charge you a flat fee while
others will charge you by the work that
needs to be done. (Alterations are usually not included in
the price of the dress.)
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Find
out if the bridal shop will allow you to borrow your
wedding
gown for any bridal portraits that you are planning on
having done. If so, will they press it and make it look fresh for your wedding day?
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Now that you are ready to purchase
your dress, you should make sure that the following items are
listed on your wedding gown contract:
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The designer's name and style
number
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Quoted price
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The size and color ordered
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The amount of the deposit that
is required (and paid)
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Date that the dress will arrive
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Any special requests (such as
any changes to the dress that will be made)
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List the alterations that need
to be done and an estimate
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A payment schedule and when the
last payment is due
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Any cancellation or refund
policies
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Searching for a wedding shop? Click here for a list of wedding
shops.
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