Red Wedding Gown

mrsdweaver · May 2014

Hello everyone! My FH and I were talking about gowns etc and I mentioned how I would like to try a red gown (with my BMs in ivory) or an ivory and red gown (with my BMs in red or silver) with silver accents possibly; he loved the idea of us being a little different and a little less classic. Is this totally outrageous?! If not, I now need help finding a reliable website or dress shop in/around the Atlanta area with this color dress in a under $250 budget! Thanks!

ElcaB · May 2014

It's not outrageous at all. There are actually quite a few brides who've ditched the traditional white dress in favor of something with a little more color.

My advice would be to search for evening gowns or BM dresses in red. Good luck!

hyechica81 · May 2014

venus makes a red gown http://venusbridal.com/bridals/venus/7891

its an older gown i believe so if you do like it you might want to call around to local salons that carry venus they can tell you if the gown is older or newer and if they still have the dress.

a lot of times salons will take some of the older less popular styles they have that are still being manufactured by the designer and discontinue them and you would get a discount

but if its a popular style that is a huge seller with them they will continue to sell that gown

emmyg65 · May 2014

Totally outrageous! Jk. I wore hot pink. Check out bridesmaids dresses or prom dresses. They're typically way cheaper than traditional wedding dresses and you'll have better luck finding them in red.

mrsdweaver · May 2014

emmyg65 said:

Totally outrageous! Jk. I wore hot pink. Check out bridesmaids dresses or prom dresses. They're typically way cheaper than traditional wedding dresses and you'll have better luck finding them in red.

Lol cool! Thanks a bunch. I will definitely do that!

mrsdweaver · May 2014

hyechica81 said:

venus makes a red gown http://venusbridal.com/bridals/venus/7891

its an older gown i believe so if you do like it you might want to call around to local salons that carry venus they can tell you if the gown is older or newer and if they still have the dress.

a lot of times salons will take some of the older less popular styles they have that are still being manufactured by the designer and discontinue them and you would get a discount

but if its a popular style that is a huge seller with them they will continue to sell that gown

Okay the dress at that link is gorgeous! I want a brighter red though so I'll definitely still ask about that dress because I like the style! Thanks!

mrsdweaver · May 2014

ElcaB said:

It's not outrageous at all. There are actually quite a few brides who've ditched the traditional white dress in favor of something with a little more color.

My advice would be to search for evening gowns or BM dresses in red. Good luck!

That definitely makes me feel a little better! Thanks!

selenathegreat · May 2014

Rock that red!! I'm wearing red too. I second the bridesmaid and prom dress ideas. Here are some of the dresses I found:
http://www.pinterest.com/selenathegreat/red-wedding-inspiration/

Ven&Radio · May 2014

I love seeing brides in colored dresses! I hope we get to see pix if you pic a red dress!

CMGragain · May 2014

Red wedding dresses are traditional in Asia, where white is the color of mourning. You can wear whatever you want.

mrsdweaver · May 2014

I definitely will upload pics! My FH and I just had a convo about the color though and it seems I'll be looking for an ivory and red dress because red and my skin tone aren't too appealing to either of us.lol so something much like this one...

shaylagirl · May 2014

I'd also suggest Quincenera dresses as well as the prom and bridesmaid dresses suggested.

I went the white/color route myself, because while I LOVE purple, I still wanted to wear a white gown. AA has a neat "Dream in Color" line, which is where I got mine through. And I KNOW my particular style, if I was interested in claret (red) I could have found my gown used through one of the various re-sale sites.

[Deleted User] · May 2014

Vera Wang does in her 2013 collection

http://www.verawang.com/EN/wedding/bridal-collection/spring-2013

mrsdweaver · May 2014

shaylagirl said:

I'd also suggest Quincenera dresses as well as the prom and bridesmaid dresses suggested.

I went the white/color route myself, because while I LOVE purple, I still wanted to wear a white gown. AA has a neat "Dream in Color" line, which is where I got mine through. And I KNOW my particular style, if I was interested in claret (red) I could have found my gown used through one of the various re-sale sites.

Omg I love love love your gown!! Was your dress made exclusively for you? What is AA? I know I am a newcomer with very little knowledge. I definitely will check the resale sites, because I am so in love with this idea and to actually see a real person (you) in one, makes my day! Thanks

hyechica81 · May 2014

AA is short for alfred angelo

shaylagirl · May 2014

By made for me, it was in regards to the sizing and the color in the back. But, like hyechica81 said, it's an Alfred Angelo design, so there are LOTS of them out there, so it's certainly not a unique dress. Red/Blue/Green seem to be the most popular colors I've seen on re-sale sites; which means you stand a fantastic chance of getting one in red in your price range and potentially your size.

They do have some other styles as well.

I also think David's Bridal has a neat one in a much lower price range than the Alfred Angelo's:
http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_Strapless-Satin-A-line-with-Cuff-Neckline-AI15040385_Bridal-Gowns-Shop-By-Price-Bridal-Gowns-$100-199.99

I guess you buy the sash separately? But there's a photo of this dress with a blue sash that I thought was super neat and right in your price range. Could be worth talking to David's about.

mrsdweaver · May 2014

Okay that DB dress you linked me to is nice. I want my entire back colored though like yours!lol so I will keep looking for the design! Thanks

Dignity100 · May 2014

If you just want a touch of color:
http://www.marysbridal.com/bridal.aspx?i=6124
http://www.marysbridal.com/bridal.aspx?i=7974

I'm not sure about the designers style, just remembered seeing a dress with red accents in a bridal magazine a long time ago.

shaylagirl · May 2014

OMFG, it's a good thing I didn't see those @Dignity100, because I am in LOVE with that second dress linked. It would have been too formal for my ceremony site, but holy EFF nuggets, I love it!!!

mrsdweaver · May 2014

Dignity100 said:

If you just want a touch of color:
http://www.marysbridal.com/bridal.aspx?i=6124
http://www.marysbridal.com/bridal.aspx?i=7974

I'm not sure about the designers style, just remembered seeing a dress with red accents in a bridal magazine a long time ago.

I absolutely love that second dress just like @shaylagirl said!!! But the price is sooooo outta my range!

I think I'm gonna have to settle for something I like but not as much.

labro · May 2014

futuremrsdweaver said:

shaylagirl said:

I'd also suggest Quincenera dresses as well as the prom and bridesmaid dresses suggested.

I went the white/color route myself, because while I LOVE purple, I still wanted to wear a white gown. AA has a neat "Dream in Color" line, which is where I got mine through. And I KNOW my particular style, if I was interested in claret (red) I could have found my gown used through one of the various re-sale sites.
Omg I love love love your gown!! Was your dress made exclusively for you? What is AA? I know I am a newcomer with very little knowledge. I definitely will check the resale sites, because I am so in love with this idea and to actually see a real person (you) in one, makes my day! Thanks

Just an FYI there is an Alfred Angelo in Atlanta. They are located in Dunwoody off of the Ashford-Dunwoody exit on I-285. Easy to access and it's a pretty sizeable store. They'll have tons of options for that mix of red and ivory that you're looking for! Plus AA is pretty affordable dress wise and you could always try on to find exactly what you like and then try to find a used one in your size online if a new dress is still out of budget.

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