We all know how expensive weddings can be and many brides want to save costs.
Many wedding dresses can cost thousands of pounds alone – but clever brides have discovered a secret to getting their dream dress at a bargain price.
Taking to social media, brides of 2024 have revealed how they got their dresses for under £100.
Although there are many wedding dresses available in retail stores, they often have a poor fit because they are not tailored to the individual body shape.
But now brides have discovered a clever trick to get a suit tailored to fit them like a glove without spending hundreds.
In the Facebook group Weddings On A Budget UK, one bride revealed: “Review of the dress from Aliexpress! I paid £62.28 including postage.”
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“The online shop was great, they took all my measurements and kept me updated on the production process!
“It took about 6 weeks to arrive but it fit me like a glove! I put a loop underneath so I could lift it up, so comfortable and light! It wasn’t too hot/cold. It didn’t slide down.”
It turns out that some stores allow you to click on the dress you want and have it customized to your exact measurements instead of choosing a standard size.
To ensure that your wedding dress fits like a glove, you will find a button for “special sizes” on the far right next to the regular sizes.
And the bride was not the only one who was impressed by the standard of Aliexpress wedding dresses.
Another added pictures of her beautiful wedding dress, which featured floral details all over the dress.
She added: “I just wanted to leave a quick review of my AliExpress wedding dress in case anyone is undecided about whether to purchase one.
“I was absolutely thrilled with my dress, which was made by a seller on AliExpress called “Sansa Prom Dress Store”. The seller was really accommodating to my requests.
“I told her my measurements and she made it in my size. And I asked her to alter the backless dress to one with fabric on the back so I could wear a bra, and she did that.”
She revealed that the dress cost £88, but after postage and taxes the total came to £103.
Wedding dress trends 2024
Sophie Creed, bridal designer and founder of bridal brand e&w Couture, has unveiled this year’s most popular wedding dress designs.
Sustainable chic
Bridal fashion in 2024 will see a major shift towards sustainability, with brides paying close attention to the fabrics used to make their dresses.
Many brides also want to wear a second-hand dress or a vintage dress.
Boho bliss
The bohemian aesthetic represents effortless and relaxed elegance – ideal for relaxed weddings. Whether in the garden, on the beach or under the stars, the boho trend is also ideal for nature-inspired weddings.
Couples opting for an outdoor wedding and bohemian-style dresses with flowing silhouettes, floral lace and whimsical details blend with the natural surroundings. It’s all about bringing the romance of nature into the wedding wardrobe.
Bohemian-style dresses often feature vintage-style lace, flowing sleeves and ethereal details that stand the test of time.
Satin elegance
Satin wedding dresses conquer the hearts of brides who appreciate the combination of modern simplicity and classic luxury.
This trend suits weddings that focus on an elegant, sophisticated aesthetic, making it the ideal choice for formal celebrations, chic city weddings, or any event where the bride sees herself in a dress that exudes sophistication and grace.
Bold romance
Oversized and daring modern models represent a change in bridal fashion.
This trend is for the bride who dares to be different, break with tradition and embrace a vibrant, contemporary aesthetic on the most important day of her life.
The posts were a hit with the group’s members, receiving hundreds of likes and comments.
People were speechless at how great the dresses looked.
One person wrote: “Congratulations, your dress is beautiful.”
Another commented: “You look stunning and what a beautiful dress. What a bargain.”
“What a beautiful dress, you looked stunning,” wrote a third.
Meanwhile, a fourth commented: “That is a beautiful dress and you look stunning in it! I would have thought it was much more expensive!”
“Ah, thank you, I’ve told a few people and everyone seems so surprised,” the bride replied.
“It’s absolutely amazing,” said a fifth.
Someone else added: “It’s really beautiful.”
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