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  • Grand Bridal

    Grand Bridal is a fashion retailer in Spencer, Iowa, specializing in wedding dresses and occasion attire. Owner Denice and her team stock everything...Read more from satin a-line dresses to sultry lace and bead embroidered gowns. They know how important it is to find the perfect number for your special day and...

  • Gigi Blanc

    Designer wedding dress boutique Gigi Blanc, is located in the charming destination town of Jewell, Iowa. This glamorous, luxury store offers...Read more brides-to-be the opportunity to bask in an unforgettable experience while searching for their dream dress. Lovely bridal stylists will guide you throughout the...

  • Bridal by Morgan

    Bridal By Morgan is a boutique located in Athens, AL with a heart for serving brides in our community! Our hope is to make women feel welcomed and...Read more beautiful during their private, one on one shopping experience. We have planned down to the last detail to ensure you have a memorable day with some of...

  • Maddison Row South

    Maddison Row South is a wedding dress boutique in historic downtown Charleston, South Carolina. The bridal salon is in an award-winning historic home,...Read more where those searching for the perfect gown are showered in luxurious service and attention. They carry local, national and internationally renowned...

  • Ivory & White

    Ivory & White is a high-end wedding boutique located in Birmingham, Alabama. This elegant outlet carries the latest styles from up and coming...Read more designers, as well as classic fits from iconic fashion houses. The staff believes that finding a dress should be an experience worth cherishing. They are...

  • Stillwhite

    StillWhite.com is one of the largest wedding dress marketplaces in the world. They connect brides looking for a designer wedding gown at a discount...Read more with newlyweds looking to sell their previously worn dress. This unique website was founded in 2010, and has already earned their sellers millions....

  • Grace + Ivory

    Grace + Ivory specializes in beautiful, high-quality made-to-measure wedding dresses at accessible prices. A bridal brand unlike any other, Grace +...Read more Ivory allows newlyweds-to-be to try on garments from the comfort of their own homes. The collection of bridal gowns is carefully curated, and every...

  • Weddings by Design

    A premier bridal boutique located in Des Moines, Iowa, Weddings By Design and The Tux Shop has professional consultants who are committed to helping...Read more couples create their life-long memories. Their beautiful store and unparalleled service caters to your entire bridal party, including the bride and...

  • The White Room

    Focusing on up-and-coming bridal gown designers, The White Room succeeds at providing both expert tailoring from the designers and owners, and...Read more intimate, warm customer service. We have carefully curated our selection of designers that not only fit the aesthetic and vision of The White Room, but also...

  • Generation Tux

    Generation Tux has perfected the online suit and tuxedo rental process for wedding couples all across the United States. We carry the highest quality...Read more suits and tuxedos for all shapes and sizes, from children’s to big and tall sizes. Get your head-to-toe wedding look delivered straight to your door,...

  • Karen Hendrix Couture

    Located in Nashville, Tennessee, Karen Hendrix Couture is a dress designer and bridal shop. Dresses in the collections they carry embody the...Read more definition of couture; the detailed pieces cover a range of styles and fabrics. Karen Hendrix Couture’s collections represent numerous styles, such as...

  • Donna Beth Creations

    Donna Beth Creations is a wedding dress designer based in Denver, Colorado. They specialize in custom atelier gowns and alterations. Services...Read more Offered Donna Beth Creations offers over 40 years of industry experience, and designer Donna Savoy takes pride in every gown she works with. Offering a unique...

  • Drifter Dreams Bridal Boutique

    Based in Cheyenne, Wyoming, Drifter Dreams Bridal Boutique offers a wide selection of wedding gowns and formalwear. Devon, the owner, has been in the...Read more fashion industry for more than 14 years. Her Western heritage heavily inspires her boutique, and many of her pieces have a whimsical boho style....

  • The White Dress

    The White Dress is a wedding gown store located in Bozeman, Montana. Since originating in Southern California two decades ago, this business and its...Read more team of fashion experts have brought their skills to the beautiful locale of Bozeman. To-be-weds can browse through pieces from designers all around...

  • Fairytale Brides on a Shoestring Boutique

    Fairytale Brides on a Shoestring Boutique is a not-for-profit bridal salon in the Washington, D.C. area. This boutique’s mission is to empower women...Read more through the sale of reduced-price DESIGNER wedding gowns and accessories and then donating net proceeds to women's charities. Services OfferedThis...

  • Gowns of Grace

    Being a bride is a beautiful and exciting time; it’s also full of new experiences and learning curves; our staff is here to ensure this is the most...Read more enjoyable shopping experience you’ll ever have. We want you to feel seen, and we want you to feel heard; this is your moment! Our expert staff...

  • Ella Grace Bridal Boutique

    Located in Fresno, California, Ella Grace Bridal Boutique is an intimate setting bridal shop. Specializing in one-on-one time with the bride to make...Read more sure they're getting the attention they need. Our exclusive bridal gowns are carefully picked based on the wants and needs of our brides in the Central...

  • Ania Bridal

    Ania Bridal is a luxury wedding boutique in Portland, Oregon. The dedicated stylists are on hand to help you achieve your stylistic dreams for your...Read more big day. Their high-end customer care and curated collection of designer gowns will ensure that you and your loved ones enjoy a truly memorable and...

  • Couture By Tess Bridal

    The "Couture by Tess" Bridal label is a USA Trademark. Tess' Bridal Boutique offers luxurious and unique wedding dresses for the Nashville region...Read more with just a short drive to Cookeville, Tennessee. Tess takes great pride in providing hand selected designs from known couture designers such as Randy...

  • Le Marriage Couture

    Le Marriage Couture is a luxury boutique in Los Angeles, California, specializing in designer wedding gowns. The business is run by a group of expert...Read more stylists with several decades of industry experience. Having served over 40,000 clients, they have a wealth of knowledge of trends, styles, and...

  • New York Lace

    New York Lace is a wedding attire service located in Taunton, Massachusetts. Serving New England’s brides for over a century, this family owned and...Read more operated bridal shop offers personalized service from highly trained, professional staff who are committed to detail and excellence. Your wedding dress...

  • Jenna in White

    Jenna in White is a wedding dress boutique located in Berkley, Michigan. For more than a quarter of a century, these experienced professionals have...Read more been crafting gowns. Combining lace, beadwork, embroidery, and a plethora of different fabrics, they curate innovative looks intended to stand out. With...

  • Terry Costa

    The Boutique at Terry Costa is a full-service bridal boutique located in Dallas, Texas. Featuring some of the top designers in the industry and a new...Read more inventory weekly, you are destined to find your dream dress. With over 20 years of experience, these committed and friendly wedding consultants will...

  • Sorelle Bridal Salon

    Sorelle Bridal Salon is a wedding dress and attire business based in Washington, Pennsylvania. Clients will receive personalized attention as they...Read more search for their dream wedding day attire. The shop, whose name means “sisters” in Italian, is a family business. The team strives to make clients feel...

How much does a wedding dress cost?

Buying a wedding dress is unlike purchasing a piece of everyday attire. You’re going to be wearing this dress on one of the most important days of your life, and so you’ll likely spend quite a bit of money on your wedding dress. While wedding dress prices do vary greatly, the average wedding dress cost in the U.S. is $1,000. It typically ranges from $280 to $1,650, but you can purchase a wedding dress for far above and below those prices.

  • $ 100 or less Lower range
  • $ 1,000 Average cost
  • $ 280 - $ 1,650 Most couples spend between
  • $ 2,600 or more Upper range

Costs displayed are based on spend from thousands of couples who recently reported pricing for this service within their WeddingWire review. Pricing varies based on factors including, but not limited to, vendor’s experience, level of expertise, event guest count, date, and geographic region.

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What impacts wedding dress prices?

There are a few factors that will impact your wedding dress cost. Most notably, an extremely detailed wedding dress with lots of beading and pricey fabric (silk, etc.) will cost more than a simpler wedding dress, as more intricate gowns require more labor and materials. So a grand ball gown with beading and detailed embroidery will cost more than a plainer sheath dress. Also, if you’re set on wearing a wedding dress by a famous dress designer, know that it will likely cost more.

What additional wedding dress costs should a bride plan for?

There are several additional costs that brides should factor into their wedding dress cost and budget. These include:
  • Alterations: If you want to drastically change your wedding dress, your alterations may end up costing more than your actual wedding dress!
  • Undergarments and accessories: Be sure to factor in your accessories— bridal undergarments, shoes, and more. These accessories will greatly affect how your gown looks and fits, so don’t forget to include them in your wedding dress cost.
  • Cleaning and preservation: Don’t be surprised if you’re still spending money on your wedding dress after your wedding! Whether you plan on wearing your wedding dress again, passing it on to a future generation, or none of the above, it’s still a good idea to have your gown professionally cleaned and preserved. Wedding dress cleaning and preservation can cost $200 or more.

How can you save money on a wedding dress?

Yes, a bride’s wedding dress will cost a lot of money—probably more than you’ll spend on another piece of attire in your life! However, there are several ways to save money on your wedding dress while still finding a gown that you absolutely love.
  • Don’t try on dresses that are over-budget: Be upfront with your bridal salon consultant about your budgets—and be sure ask about the cost of each dress you try on. Avoid the temptation of trying on a wedding dress that’s out of your price range.
  • Find a simple wedding dress, and accessorize: As mentioned, a simple and relatively unadorned wedding gown will cost less than an extremely detailed wedding dress. If you’re on a tight wedding dress budget, we recommend finding a simple gown and using a beaded sash or a brooch to give it some extra sparkle.
  • Find a dress you love as is: Any significant alterations or customizations that you do to a wedding dress will cost (a lot of!) money. Therefore, if you want to make significant changes to a wedding dress (add sleeves, change the silhouette, etc.), that gown is probably not for you. Look for a wedding dress that you love mostly as it looks off the hanger.
  • Scour sample sales: Many bridal salons offer sample sales where they sell sample dresses from past seasons. These sample dresses are typically in sizes 6 to 12, so if you fall in that size category, you may find a gorgeous gown at a low price at one of these sales.
  • Visit trunk shows: If you’re set on purchasing a gown by a specific designer, you might find a deal at a trunk show. Trunk shows are when a bridal salon features the collection of a particular dress designer—and usually offers a discount (usually about 5 or 10 percent off that designer’s wedding dress prices). Research which salons in your area carry your favorite designers, and check their websites for upcoming trunk shows.
  • Give yourself time to shop: A wedding dress can take several months to arrive after you’ve ordered it. Be sure to start shopping for your wedding dress as soon as possible —many brides shop at least nine months in advance, if not more. If you wait until the last minute, you may end up paying rush charges for your dress, which can greatly add to your total wedding dress cost.

How much does it cost to alter a wedding dress?

Wedding dress alterations can be expensive—particularly if you’re planning on making major changes to your wedding dress. Some bridal salons offer wedding dress alterations in-house. If yours does not, you will likely have to find a tailor who specializes in wedding dresses (be sure to read online reviews of wedding dress tailors before hiring). You’ll typically schedule your wedding dress fittings for at least three months before your big day—so plan accordingly. 76 percent of bridal salons charge alterations by piece rather than a flat fee, so the average cost of dress alterations can vary widely depending on the extent of the alterations. Simply adjusting a hemline won’t cost a ton, but adding sleeves or reworking a bodice will!

What questions should you ask a wedding dress tailor?

When choosing a wedding dress tailor, there are several questions you should ask:
  • How many fitting appointments will I need? How long will the process take?
  • What types of alterations do you recommend for my wedding dress?
  • Have you worked with a dress and fabric like mine before?
  • Can you provide a cost for my alterations?
  • How will you store my wedding dress?
  • What do I need to bring to my first fitting appointment?

Wedding Dresses and Gowns

As you plan your wedding, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is your wedding dress. The dress you choose should reflect your unique style and personality and make you feel like the most beautiful woman in the room. How does a bride say “yes” to that perfect dress? Here’s a quick guide to shopping for wedding dresses.

Set Your Budget

When you start browsing bridal gowns, it’s easy to fall in love no matter the price tag. Before you even pick up a bridal magazine, set a strict wedding dress budget. We suggest allocating around 10 percent of your overall wedding budget to your dress – and don’t forget to include the cost of your wedding accessories in that line item!

Narrow Down Your Style

About a year out from your wedding, start browsing bridal dresses and get a feel for how they match up with your style. Now is the time to educate yourself on silhouettes, necklines, fabrics and more. Our wedding dress style guide can help.

Once you’ve set your wedding date and chosen a venue, add these factors into your dress calculation. Are you marrying in the winter at a beautiful church? Then you might choose a dress with heavier fabric – like satin – in a more traditional silhouette like a ball gown or A-Line.

Book Wedding Dress Salons

About 10 to eight months before your wedding, it’s time to get boots (or heels) on the ground to start your wedding dress hunt. Consider wedding dress salons in your area and book appointments with your top choices – most salons do not allow walk-ins. Take a look at our complete wedding dress shopping guide to learn all the tips and tricks to finding the wedding dress of your dreams.

Trying on Bridal Dresses

As your salon appointments approach, assemble your fashion squad to give you feedback and moral support. Keep your posse small, as too many opinions can get overwhelming. When you arrive at the salon, your stylist will discuss your dress preferences and budget and help you choose options. Keep an open mind; your stylist knows what looks good on different body types. If your stylist suggests a dress, even if it’s not a silhouette you are considering, give it a try. You might be surprised.

Choosing Your Bridal Gown

When your heart leaps and you can’t stop grinning at the reflection in the mirror, you’ve found the right wedding dress. The salon will likely ask for a down payment and then order your dress. Over the next months, your dress will be created just for you. It should arrive a few months before your wedding so you have time for fittings and alterations at your salon. (See our full wedding dress shopping timeline.) You may feel like you’re waiting forever, but this is the perfect time to pick your wedding accessories and knock off other items on your wedding to-do list.

Ready to start shopping for wedding dresses? WeddingWire is here to help. Put in your location and search for the top salons in your area. Read reviews and start making appointments. Happy dress hunting!

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