Where do I go???

puffs1366

My second wedding is over a year away, but I have been looking at gowns now. In my searching, I see that there are a lot of overseas companies that make a replica of most designer gowns. However, while looking at Jasmine's site today, they have a link entitled "order online" where someone wrote in that they sent to a company in China and was sadly disapppointed. Jasmine's site showed many pictures of the replica against the real thing. It is sad to say the least.

Now, money is tight for just about everyone. The prices of the gowns I like are way more than I am willing to spend on a second wedding gown. However, the overseas companies have prices that I could live with. But being somewhat of a seamstress myself, I am picky when it comes to somebody sewing a garment for me. If my gown comes back looking cheaply made, I will be pissed.

Does anyone have any good or horror stories?

[Deleted User]

I did not but my gown from China, but most of the ladies on here would not recommend it.

What about looking at oncewed.com or preownedweddingdresses.com if you are willing to buy a used version of that dress? You may also check out the Wedding Classifieds board and your local board to see if anyone is selling one.

acmj11

I agree with Missy.  You'd be surprised at how many people out there are selling new wedding dresses that have never been altered.  Some even still have tags.  If you have a designer in mind, try on dresses at a bridal shop to get an idea of what size you are.  Then check the websites and see what you find. 

puffs1366

Thanks. It's one of those "sounds too good to be true" things. One dress that retailed at $3200 was on a "replica" site for apx. $300. Even though that is somewhat of a drop in the bucket, I would hate to spend it and waste it on a piece of crap. They say they offer money back guarantees, but probably a buyer beware deal. I'm a "healthy" girl, so pre-owned wull probably prove harder to get to than not. I'll just go with the retail dress. One of the designers I have in mind  (Da vinci) retails for less than $700, which is great. The actual dress I saw in person is only $450 and matches my theme anyway.