I think I found my dress...

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Dress shopping honestly hasn't been a very exciting experience for me.  I didn't feel great in most of the dresses I tried on, and of the ones that were nice on, none really had that 'this is the one' feel.  But last week I tried on this dress, and I am pretty certain it is the one!  I still plan on shopping around a bit because there are a lot of places I haven't looked and this dress is a bit beyond my budget, but the last place I went to told me "just go and buy your dress already" so I don't really know.  I don't feel as bad spending a bit extra on this dress because we came quite a bit under budget with photography.  Should I keep looking or should I stick with this one?

Also,what would look good in terms of accessories?  I was thinking a birdcage veil with some sort of bejewelled embellishment.  My hair is about the same length as this model's but I could grow it a bit longer.  I originally had a low loose/messy updo in mind but now I think it actually looks nice down with this dress.  Dangly earrings and no necklace/bracelets?

Thanks in advance for any advice or input.

emmaaa

I think if you love it and feel great about it, stop looking. The more you look, the more unsue you will get.

I would go with a loose up do and if you do a veil,  birdcage veil. Honestly, I think this dress would look best without a veil and paired with a hair comb. Skip the necklace and do a pretty crystal earring and bracelet.

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Thanks, both of you.  Yeah, I do feel like I should stop looking.  I really am happy and I love the dress.  I love the beaded cap sleeves, the back, the neckline, the sheath style and the fabric!  I can't really picture myself finding another dress I like so much that isn't way off my dress budget.

@shrekspeare: the fabric is charmeuse and it feels wonderful - so luxurious and comfortable.  It is double layered, which I think helps it to be more flattering since the dress has no structure to it.  Unfortunately I have no pictures of me in the dress.  I wasn't allowed to take pictures but when I buy it I sure will!

I will have to try it with a birdcage veil and then with just a hair comb.  I never really considered not wearing a veil at all, but I am not opposed to the idea!

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For hair combs, would something like one of these go?

https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/69832047/whitney-bridal-hair-comb-art-deco?ref=favs_view_3

https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/73083039/fancy-bridal-hair-comb-vintage-style?ref=favs_view_1

https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/66663898/rhinestone-encrusted-hair-comb-bridal?ref=favs_view_4

emmaaa

I like this one that you posted https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/66663898/rhinestone-encrusted-hair-comb-bridal?ref=favs_view_4 best. I would skip a floral looking comb.

Dignity100

If you do a bracelet, I would do a pearl one or something that will not catch/snag on the fabric.  In all honesty with the beading on the shoulders and back, I would stick with dangly earrings.

Make sure you're completely comfortable in the dress and that you'll be able to have any support you needed in all the right areas (as the back is really low and you've stated the dress does not have much structure).

I ended up going over my dress budget with my dress as well, so if you're looking for somebody to talk you out of it - it will not be me.

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Thanks @eg72.  I think you're right.. the floral look doesn't quite match the cap sleeves.  And @Dignity100 - yes! I need to be careful not to wear anything that catches on the dress.  I noticed that the sample model had some snags in the fabric.

I am comfortable in the dress, and was surprised by this, but would get cups sewn in.  They told me this is possible!  I think I was more looking for someone to talk me into getting this dress cause I love it so much!

KGold80

If you love it and can afford it despite it being a little out of your budget, buy it.

ElcaB

Great dress! 

Skip a necklace and add some sparkly earrings. I'd wear a bracelet, too. 

For hair, I'd suggest something like this:

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I LOVE this dress! I've actually been trying to find it in my city lol. 

 I think I'd wear a jewel hair comb similar to the ones you posted. I also found this one: https://www.etsy.com/ca-fr/listing/96370454/accessoires-pour-cheveux-peigne-mariee?ref=sr_gallery_60&ga_search_query=bridal+comb&ga_ship_to=CA&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery

I'd definitely wear dangly earrings with crystal of a similar colour (clear) as that in the hair comb and dress. I think a chunky bracelet in similar material as the earrings would be gorgeous because the dress is so simple. At the same time, if it catches in the dress, maybe it's not a great idea. 

With that dress, I'd definitely style my hair in loose waves - either down or up. I really like the undo ElcaB posted. You may also like a hairstyle that gathers big loose curls to one side (kind of like this, but I haven't found an image that corresponds to my idea: http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-r7OaeND0QZw/TvjTuxU3eyI/AAAAAAAAGrM/VK0ytoqwAJI/s1600/wedding_hair_down.jpg) 

If you're going to wear a veil, I think you're right that a birdcage would be best. I don't think that a long veil would fit the look of the dress, but that's just my opinion. 

Let us know what you decide!!! 

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Thanks again to all of you who have given advice!  @crimsonsaffron I will update when I decide .  I hope you manage to track down the dress as well.  Just wait till you feel the fabric (if you haven't yet)... it is sooooo lovely.  I really like the jewel hair comb you posted, even better than the ones I found. I think it matches the beaded cap sleeves best!