Budget Wedding Guide
Vintage Wedding Look for Less, Ring and Diamond 101, Veils, Win a Free Dress and More
Bridal Cheek has a keen eye for budget wedding style! The vintage glam trend is way hot right now, and you can pull together a fantastic head to toe bridal look for under $300!
Worried your man might be clueless about diamonds? Need a quick 101 yourself? Fear no more; Style School finds the brilliant Ring Tutor, a handy database on everything you need to know about diamonds, settings, price, and ring budgets. Best of all, this handy tool has a Hint Hint feature.
Etsy remains one of the best places to scout unique and very special wedding touches; check out Etsy Wedding Blog’s ...
Read MoreAfter the Wedding: Five Quick Uses for Your Wedding Dress
1. Make a Quilt. If you have a family member or friend who is into quilting, you can have them turn your wedding dress into a quilt. This is a great option for those who don’t have children or only have sons (it makes a great gift to them when they’re getting married)
2. Dye it. Depending on the fabric, you may be able to have your dress professionally dyed, so you can wear it again as an evening gown.
3. Shorten it. Have the dress shorten and wear it as a cocktail dress
4. Sell it. Hopefully, you will only get married once, so if you’re not the sentimental type, sell your wedding ...
Read MoreFashion Advice: Budget Wedding Dresses
Dear Budget Fashionista,
I am wondering if you have any advice on finding a couture wedding gown on consignment/resale or at an otherwise great price. I refuse to believe that I have to pay $3,000 for a fab gown.
Read MorePlus Size Bridal Gowns on a Budget
Q: I am a plus-size bride in dire need of a beautiful wedding dress on a budget. I live in the New York area and everything seems to be in a size two.
Read MoreTips for Finding Mother of the Bride Outfits
Budget Fashionista:
I am a young (49) soon to be mother-of-the-bride. I have been searching for something stylish, but all the dresses I’ve seen are for 60 year olds! What are some tips to help me find a hip mother of the bride dress without spending a fortune?
How To Find A Great Mother Of The Bride Dress On A Budget
Just cause you’re the momma, that doesn’t mean you have to look frumpy. We have a couple of tips to help you look fabulous for the big day.
1. Shop Early – Since most weddings are planned well in advance of the actual date, moms of the bride should take advantage of the end of season clearance specials and discontinued dresses that are often offered for way less than you will find anywhere else.
2. Expand Your Territory – Even if you live in the smallest town, the internet brings nationwide shopping right to your doorstep. Browse styles, colors, and designers online at different ...
Budget Wedding Calculator, Do It Yourself Tips on Decor, Flowers, Fashion, Eco Friendly, and More
How much do couples in your area spend on a wedding? Use the Real Simple’s wedding cost calculator to get a state-by-state breakdown of wedding budgets.
Last month’s earth day inspired tons of creative and stylish eco-friendly ideas that can be incorporated into your wedding; check out Trend Setting Wedding’s cool finds, such as a 100% recyclable vase, organic florists and very chic recycled invitations.
Offbeat Bride put together a smart guide on How to Plan A Wedding from Afar . Make sure you check out both part 1 and part 2 for very handy tools, templates, organizational tips, ...
Read MoreHow to Find a Cheap (and Stylish) Wedding Dress
The scariest show on TV has to be WE TV’s Brideszilla. The smokey thing that eats people on ABC’s Lost ain’t got nothing on the Brides on that show. What is scarier than the brides themselves is the money they spend on their weddings, especially their wedding dresses (in one episode one bride took out a second mortgage so she could buy a $5,000 wedding dress… what??). There’s no reason to go that crazy on a wedding dress.
Here are 5 ways to still get a great, cheap, wedding dress on a budget.
1. Hunt for the Bargains – Many stores have annual sales on bridal gowns and several top ...
Read MoreBudget Wedding Guide
Dozens of money-saving tips on how you and your wedding party, can look fabulous for the big day without breaking the bank
Read MoreFashion Advice: What to Wear to a Winter Wedding
Dear Budget Fashionista,
I need to find a unique, pretty dress that I can wear to a winter wedding. Do you know of any places to find really cool dresses, around mid-length, that aren’t too expensive? I have to shop online because I live in a rural area.
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