Barring the not altogether unlikely possibility that I will borrow or purchase a used wedding dress, this is most likely going to be the most expensive single piece of clothing that I ever purchase. Big decision, and I am not one much for clothes anyway. I am writing this wearing a pair of pants I bought on sale at the gap at least four years ago and a tank top that I don't even remember probably five years ago. I have explored various options and so far I know this: I want straps (at least most Catholic churches like straps and because I am tall many strapless dresses look quite bare on me); I want to feel really pretty; I want to feel comfortable... not in the pjs kind of way but comfortable that the dress fits well, looks good and makes me feel good. At times it seems I really don't have a particular style of dress that I like, but here are a few that I have found organized in order of price:
Christos 2007 "Bianca" v-neck sheer strap alençon lace gown
The idea is to mimic this dress. Or just go a completely different route, but soooo pretty!
Cost: 5,000$+
Jim Hjelm 2009
Gorgeous without the flower on the side. I love the detail at the bottom.
La Fleur fall 2007 collection
My friend and fellow prometida, Nancy, tried this dress on at The White Room and it is gorgeous! Costs way too much, though which is why she bought her beautiful dress at Diane's for way less.
Cost: $3200
4. Watters Brides
Watters style 5044b
I have not seen this dress in person, but I like it. Very similar dress to the Anne Barge, just costs less (not less enough, but we're getting there)
Cost: $1,400
more later...
the dresses are gorgeous. of course, the more expensive ones are always what we like more. the attention to detail gets us every time. i especially love the jim hjelm dress. i wonder if there are any seamstresses around that can do legit copies for a good price?
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