I did what I told myself I'd NEVER do...I bought a wedding dress somewhat impulsively, and now am having second thoughts.
I found my dress very early in my search at a sample sale; it's a dress from a big-name designer covered in sparkles that I got for a huge discount. It's not what I'd necessarily thought I would go for, but I'd struck out at other salons and was pretty excited to find something that was beautiful, a lot of fun, possibly has a bit of a "wow" factor and would otherwise be way out of my price range. (I also figured that it's in great condition, so if I changed my mind, I should be able to sell it for something, but otherwise I'd just made my life a whole lot easier!)
Shortly thereafter I went to another appointment that I'd put down a deposit for (probably a bad idea in retrospect!), and loved the first dress I tried on. It's more of what I'd originally envisioned - lace, a train, etc. - the color is unusual and I think flattering, and it's a slightly better fit for my venue. I don't know that any of these things should individually be dealbreakers though, as it's my one shot to ever wear something like this. I also started to fret about my arms not getting in shape for the strapless one (although I still have 7 months to work on them), and whether I should wear something more mature-looking. Friends are very helpful but split down the middle, and I can't decide. I have the chance to buy the second dress at a discount for a short window of time and am trying to make a final decision ASAP.
I'd be grateful for any objective feedback on what looks better (minus the veil on the first, which doesn't work). Either of them would need alterations to shorten the skirt and fix the bodice, of course. Thanks!