I received a really great question the other day from another bride-to-be friend of mine. She has a budget of $5,000, but wanted to know if she should tell her consultant a lesser number to make sure she doesn't go over budget. Here are a few things to keep in mind:
- Does your budget include alterations, and your veil/headpiece?
I assumed this as well, but your fittings and the alterations made to your dress are NOT included in the price of your dress. Alterations can range from a couple hundred up to a couple thousand dollars depending on the dress and amount of work that needs to be completed. Your veil is also not included.
Like alterations, veils and headpieces range from a couple hundred up to a couple thousand. I was just as surprised as you, but its true! It all depends on the designer, material, and time it takes to create the piece.
Like alterations, veils and headpieces range from a couple hundred up to a couple thousand. I was just as surprised as you, but its true! It all depends on the designer, material, and time it takes to create the piece.
If your budget is $5,000 total you can do a couple of things:
- Drop the amount you spend on the dress to $3500-$4,000
- This will leave you up to $1500 for alterations and your veil
If you decide that the veil, shoes, and other accessories are on a different budget, then you can spend closer to your budgeted dress price- but alterations are always going to cost extra.
Your bridal consultant should answer all of your questions prior to you trying on any gown.
Never try on a gown without telling your consultant what your budget is and if that includes alterations and a headpiece.
This will help your consultation go a lot smoother and make sure you’re not put you in a gown you can’t afford- that is not a good situation to be in.
Another great option are gown re-sales. These dresses have only been worn once and instead of spending thousands on a new dress, you can get a really great discount for practically a new dress. The alterations can be made at a bridal salon (call first) or at a trusted tailor.
As always, please feel free to comment or email me directly with questions at CharlotteLucey.info@gmail.com
Your bridal consultant should answer all of your questions prior to you trying on any gown.
Never try on a gown without telling your consultant what your budget is and if that includes alterations and a headpiece.
This will help your consultation go a lot smoother and make sure you’re not put you in a gown you can’t afford- that is not a good situation to be in.
Another great option are gown re-sales. These dresses have only been worn once and instead of spending thousands on a new dress, you can get a really great discount for practically a new dress. The alterations can be made at a bridal salon (call first) or at a trusted tailor.
As always, please feel free to comment or email me directly with questions at CharlotteLucey.info@gmail.com
