BRONZE BUDGET BRIDE

This dress is glamor all the way and it comes in purple, blue, black, gold and red. It's also available in many different sizes too. The cut is flattering for so many different body types so it's a beautiful bridesmaid dress that you'll find here for $73.99!

• We'll meet in the chatroom or instant messenger and talk about wedding dresses, centerpieces, the ceremony, what to do, when to do it.

• Get support, exchange ideas and get advice from other small budget brides!

• Discuss wedding day fears, what's stressing us out, whose freaking us out!

• And while we're at it, enter to win some fabulous prizes.

• Don't forget to invite your friends!

The Prizes:

• A $50 Gift Certificate from PhotoCardCreations.com

• Gift Certificates and Coupons from LinenTableCloth.com

• Body Express Work-out DVD: Hips, Buns and Thigh Solution

• And more...

To Enter:
 

• Visit the website of the sponsors of this event: LinenTableCloth.com and PhotoCardCreations.com to see the amazing items they have to offer.

• Post a comment on the prize you'd like to win on the day of the event, leting us how much it will mean to you to win it for your wedding.

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Open to participants worldwide. Contest ends April 20th, 2010. Comments not adhering to the rules will be deleted. Winner will be chose at random by Random.org on April 21st, 2010.

Wedding planning is so stressful and if a bride cannot afford hire a wedding planner, the bride is planning her own wedding.  Usually, the bride is very anxious before the big wedding day and she has hundreds of wedding details that need to be completed before hand, such as taking care of family members  or checking the wedding flowers and the tasks are endless!  However, a bride needs to take time for herself by creating some stress free days, so she does not burn herself out before her own wedding.

The bride needs to devote at least two nights a week for a relaxing and stress free evenings and we have come up with some stress free and relaxing activities that the bride will truly enjoy! 

Schedule a Message and Spa Appointment-Nothing says relaxation like a weekly massage to help relax the bride’s entire body.  If a bride cannot afford a message, Homedics has a five-motor full body mat massager with heat for around $50.00 dollars.  Another option is a spa appointment.  Many spa and salons offer a day of luxury by providing therapeutic full body massage, spa pedicure, spa facial, eyebrow arch, haircut and also includes a light lunch.   If a bride cannot afford a spa appointment, many websites offer inexpensive bath salts, face scrubs, and body lotions to create the spa experience at home.  Wonderful and relaxing scents are lavender, sandalwood, and jasmine!

Relax with Yoga-Bride get in tune with your mind, body, and spirit by relaxing with Yoga.  This is a great stress reliever and provides an inner calm and relaxation before the wedding day.  A Bride can also sign up for classes at yoga studios, wellness centers, or purchase yoga home DVD’s on Amazon.

Breathing Techniques-There are many websites on the internet that offer breathing techniques to help a bride learn how to do deep breathing to relax.  There are many free articles on Web MD or You Tube has a variety of breathing exercises. 

Drink Herbal Tea-Find herbal tea at your local store or Better Health Store.  Wonderful and relaxing teas are chamomile which helps calming and peppermint is good for rejuvenating.

Try Acupressure-Acupressure is applied through clothing and this technique requires no needles.  A practitioner uses the thumbs, hands, and elbows, knees and applies firm pressure on pressure points in the body.  Many massage therapists, wellness centers offer acupressure, and there are many wonderful books on acupressure on Amazon. 

Exercise by Walking-Help relieve tension by working out!  Working out helps a bride stay healthy, but provides stress-relief.  Walking is free and a bride can either go walk outside, walk in the mall, or take a walk in a park.

Get Crafty-Some women truly enjoy relaxing by creating a craft and there are many craft projects that a bride can purchase at Michaels or Joann Fabrics.   Good craft ideas would be knitting, crocheting, jewelry making, scrap-booking, or painting. Whatever a bride chooses make sure it is fun and nothing too complicated.

For more wedding tips, wedding advice, or wedding planning visit www.theweddingdiaryonline.com or for wedding candles visit www.wicksncandlesticks.com.

So I have found my wedding dress. I am on a tight budget and I am looking to save money any way I can. I found the prefect dress for our informal back yard wedding. I wanted a simple white dress that still looked like a wedding dress but allowed me to move around and not feel restricted. I have one big problem with the dress.....I have not seen it in person or tried it on!!! I know crazy right? But the price of the dress is only $65.99. I found this great site called Milanoo.com. I have read the reviews of the dresses and like all sites, there are good and bad. You can't please everyone all the time.

This site has all types of wedding dresses, brides maid and flower girl dresses in a variety of colors. They sell by the size or you can have yourself measured for a custom fit. They do recommend that you have a professional do the measuring. I plan on ordering the dress now as it can take up to 3 weeks to receive it. I plan on getting the custom fitting so that it will be MY dress. I figure if I order now and hate the way it feels or looks, I have time to get a new one or have alterations made by a local seemstress.

Oh and in case you are wondering which dress I am getting, it was the one in the link below. Wish me luck!!!

http://milanoo.com/Sheath-Column-Strapless-Empire-Waist-Applique-Beading-Satin-Organza-Pongee-Wedding-Dress-p20728.html

Look what's on sale right now at David's Bridal for $99.00! Check them out today small budget brides because they might not be there tomorrow.




A strapless gown with beaded sweetheart neckline and taffeta pick up skirt.





Satin side draped gown with off-the-shoulder sweetheart neckline.





Satin A-line halter with pearl beading.





Slim chiffon gown with spaghetti straps, ruched empire bodice and beaded lace.


See even more dresses on sale HERE and hurry because sizes are limited.

This sleeve-less, floral lace, Ivory gown is perfect for any bride on a budget but especially the ones who are having a semi-casual wedding outdoors in the warm Spring and Summer months. It is fully lined with a charmeuse sash ruched at the waist and a Rosette to add some drama. It's beautiful, and nothing says bridal like lace does.

This beautiful elegant comfortable, knit jersey gown by Mary L Coutore is perfect for small budget brides who are looking for a beautiful gown under $100. It is form fitting at the bust and hips with a soft train in the back (see below). The empire waist design sparkles with rhinestones that adds so much beauty of this gown. It's available HERE only in Ivory but at 60% off bringing your cost to just $89.90, this dress is definitely a steal.

Hello!  The reason for posting my blog is due to the fact I am without a doubt a budget bride.  I have been engaged for about a year and am finally getting down to the niddy gritty of planning my wedding.  While looking for bridesmaid dresses I stumbled upon a great website that offers not only bridesmaids but also wedding dresses for up to 80% off. There are only a few catches that you would have be ok with…one is that its made outside of the Untied States and they do not have a bridal boutique that you can go try wedding dress’s on at.  The second is that all purchases are made over the internet and shipped to you.  But if you can let you mind open up and get past those few factors, I think it could save you a lot of money. 

 The websiteis www.vponsale.com they are located in Shanghai China, world's base of wedding dress factories. The dress’s you can actually order per size or do there “Made to Measure” options which offers : both standard size and custom size options for each wedding dress order. If you did want to make your dress exactly to your body measurements they have a specific burst / waist / hip guide that you can follow.  There is more detailed information located on their website.

 As far as I can see they have some amazing dress’s and if you’re a budget bride this may be the way to go!  If this is something that your considering  I would suggest ordering the dress a size larger than you are and getting a custom seamstress to make any alterations that you want.   So there you have it…my two sense in the world of wedding dresses.  Hope this helps someone who is looking for a killer dress on a tight budget.  Ohh and yes I am ordering my wedding dress and bridesmaid dresses from this location as it seems to be a win, win for everyone! Happy Wedding dress hunting everyone!

Below are a couple of examples of bridesmaid and wedding dresses (the third one is actually the one I will be ordering):

Most couples these days definitely are! Look for innovative ways to lower your wedding costs such as planning your wedding in the offseason. Spring and summer wedding dates are more expensive and book up fast. Plan your wedding for wintertime instead. Though the weather may be frightful, your wedding can still be delightful ... and cheaper too!

Saturday night is the most popular time for weddings. To save a few bucks, plan your wedding on a weekday night instead. Wednesday and Thursday night are terrific choices. The costs for the reception site and most of your wedding vendors will be a fraction of the Saturday night rates.

Did you ever think of finding sponsors for your wedding? Young couples on a budget are thinking of inventive ways to cut wedding costs. One way is to host a sponsored wedding. Local businesses may be willing to sponsor your wedding. In exchange for subtle advertising on your invitations or at your reception, you can offset your costs with funds from wedding vendors and other businesses.

Yesterday I told you about two websites where you can rent expensive jewelry for an affordable price. Well, for those who would rather own the look but for less, I've found the perfect store for you. I've had this site book-marked for a while since I have been planning on buying some jewelry there for myself. The sets are affordable starting at $8.95 with the highest price being $29.95, so you can buy some fantastic looking crystal necklace and earring sets for you or your bridesmaids. They are beautiful and it's hard to believe that some of them does not contain real diamonds but you can certainly rock them like they're the real thing.