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What are your thoughts on renting a dress?

We're having a budgeted weddings, and some dresses are really expensive. I found a local place that would allow me to rent a dress, slip, veil, head piece, shoes and jewelery for $299 at the most. The cheapest dress I've tried on was $399 (which I didn't like the dress). Plus I'll need alterations because I'm short.I want to own my own dress, because I want it be just mine, I don't like the idea of the dress I wear on our wedding to have been the dress in 10 other weddings. However, saving money is important, and all that really matters in the end is that we say I do. So I'm really torn on what I should do.Thoughts ladies?

Re: What are your thoughts on renting a dress?

  • I would have rented mine if I had the time and energy to look into it.  The only reason I'm thinking about keeping mine is because it's really just an ivory special occasion dress, and I wonder if I could wear it again someday, like to a New Years ball or something.  If it was a real wedding dress, I'd probably just donate it anyway, I wouldn't keep it.
  • Why not? I think that it is a great idea! It will be your dress because you are wearing it on your wedding day. GL!
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