Trendy Way to Save on Two Dresses

You may have noticed we posted this wedding infographic. Here is a more in-depth look at our first way to save money on weddings via technology.

The Trend: The Bride Buys Two Gowns

Brides are changing into a second, and often shorter or less formal reception dress in order to let loose on the dance floor. To stay on budget, many brides are opting for gently used wedding dresses found online.

• 38% consider buying a second dress for their reception
• 75% of brides would consider buying a used dress if it meant saving money without sacrificing style
• 61% go over budget on a dress
• 18% of brides go over budget by more than $250
• 55% of brides would consider selling their wedding dress after their wedding dress to get some return on their investment

 

Save 50% on wedding dress(es) by searching on SmartBrideBoutique.com wedding classifieds. You can find a pre-owned gown for sale by another bride, or a new, sample dress straight from a bridal store! There are thousands of dresses posted for sale on SmartBride to choose from. You can narrow your search by style categories such as designer, size, color, neckline, silhouette, and more. You can also save your searches so with each new dress that matches your criteria, the listing will be emailed to you to see if it suits your fancy. You can also find shoes, bridesmaid dresses, decorations, and more to help your wedding look fabulous and stylish on a budget.

Don’t forget to take a look at our full infographic here and share your tips on using technology to save big on your wedding!