BM dress as wedding dress?

Bridestobe2012 · February 2012

My original thought for my wedding dress is simple style, which I think it's supposed to be much cheaper as I'm on a tight budget.

By searching online these days without any results, I start thinking if I can buy a BM dress and use it as my wedding dress? Idk if my idea is too far or anyone out there had/has that kind of thought like me?

I know not all of BM dresses are suitable as a wedding dress, I chose a few styles, and I need you ladies opinions.

Here we go:

A-line:
http://www.outerinner.com/satin-white-strapless-a-line-floor-length-sweetheart-bridesmaid-dresses-pd-07478-12.html

Ball gown:
http://www.outerinner.com/sleeveless-white-ball-gown-tulle-bridesmaid-dresses-pd-01072-12.html

2nd A-line:
http://www.outerinner.com/ruffles-chiffon-floor-length-white-bridesmaid-dresses-pd-00215-12.html

If you have any recommended dresses, pls send me the links or inspiration pics.

Thank you!

woodie · February 2012

Any of those would be perfect and they're all great choices for a wedding dress! The style will depend on what you want for your wedding... formal, casual, beach, night, afternoon, back yard, country club.
Have fun!

becka717 · February 2012

You can absolutely wear a bridesmaid dress (or prom dress, or evening gown) as a wedding dress. I personally like the first one best, but any of those dresses would be fine.

LittleMissCutiePie · February 2012

I voted for the first one. I'm a little biased though; I don't really like shorter dresses. Personally I think the last one looks a little cheap.

HeathenSwan · February 2012

I'm going to be keeping myself open to this option once it's time for me to start shopping. My personal style says the third, but as a previous poster said, any of them would be appropriate.

I've used The Knot's BM dress search and filtered it by dresses that come in white/ivory. There are a ton of them out there, depending on your preference.

achiduck · February 2012

I really love the first dress, it's very pretty.

This is definitely a great way to save money. I was thinking about getting an ivory BM dress and wearing it as a reception dress once the dancing starts.

ceh789 · February 2012

They're all pretty and there is absolutely nothing "inappropriate" about choosing a BM dress. "Wedding dress" prices are totally outrageous and all of those dresses are pretty - you'd look great in any of them

I voted #2 FWIW. I like short wedding dresses.

deetuned · February 2012

It's absolutely OK to go with a BM dress. All of those are beautiful, so the question is what's your personal style, and what's your wedding style. Personally I love the short ball gown - it gives off an energy of fun and whimsy. #1 is classic, and #3 is a little more relaxed and puts me in the mind of an outdoor country wedding.

breaness · February 2012

I think all of them are beautiful and would work well as a wedding dress!

MsCastellanos · February 2012

I personally do not think that there is anything wrong with going the reasonable route and opting for a BM dress instead of a pricey bridal gown. I was definitely looking to go the same route but I lucked up and found my wedding dress on the clearance rack at Alfred Angelo for only $240.

The 1st dress is my favorite. You can basically wear that and add expensive looking accessories, like a blinged out sash or a beautiful brooch.

Anyway, Good luck

msuprincess04 · February 2012

I think those styles would look great. But, don't order from them, I think it's a knock off site. There are plenty of beautiful BM dresses that are originals and would work great!

mbody · February 2012

I voted for the first one. I like it a lot. Nothing wrong with wearing a BM dress! Just be careful about the website- make sure it's legit before buying from there!

lyns86stc3007 · February 2012

I had a friend that bought a BM dress for her wedding and I wouldn't have known if she didn't tell me. I think it's a great way to save money. I like the first one best. Good luck

Mandafly84 · February 2012

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/wedding-boards_attire-accessories_bm-dress-as-wedding-dress?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Wedding BoardsForum:15Discussion:280fa20c-2fc0-4565-80c9-b6db45505ac2Post:a3b18ca8-e2ca-4618-b4e7-0c430422c241">Re: BM dress as wedding dress?</a>:
[QUOTE]I voted for the first one. I'm a little biased though; I don't really like shorter dresses. Personally I think the last one looks a little cheap.
Posted by LittleMissCutiePie[/QUOTE]

This, totally.

matcha · February 2012

Watch the websites you order from- knock-offs from China are usually heartache and lost money.

JennLax · February 2012

The first one is my favourite! Check out Dessy Group -- they'd have a TON of options You can search by colour on their website.

Here are a few:

http://www.dessy.com/dresses/bridesmaid/6639/?color=ivory&colorid=114

http://www.dessy.com/dresses/bridesmaid/6623/?color=ivory&colorid=114

http://www.dessy.com/dresses/bridesmaid/6614/?color=ivory&colorid=114

http://www.dessy.com/dresses/bridesmaid/6610/?color=ivory&colorid=114

http://www.dessy.com/dresses/bridesmaid/2789/?color=ivory&colorid=114

FaithCaitlin · February 2012

I LOVE the A-line!

Bridestobe2012 · February 2012

JennLax , I like the #4 dress you sent to me, it's gorgeous! Have noted it down ;-)

Bridestobe2012 · February 2012

That's so sweet that all of you say yes to my idea ;-)

I don't mean that I have to stick with the above dresses, I'm totally open-minded, and will keep on hunting, after I get my shortlist, I may still need you ladies help. LOL

Thank you so much!

JennLax · February 2012

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/wedding-boards_attire-accessories_bm-dress-as-wedding-dress?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Wedding BoardsForum:15Discussion:280fa20c-2fc0-4565-80c9-b6db45505ac2Post:32951258-4272-41c2-8932-2893c128c603">Re: BM dress as wedding dress?</a>:
[QUOTE]@ JennLax , I like the #4 dress you sent to me, it's gorgeous! Have noted it down ;-)
Posted by Bridestobe2012[/QUOTE]

That one was my favourite too :) Glad I could help!

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