Lulu’s Ethereal Elegance Dress I wore for my bridal shower

Planning your dream wedding doesn’t have to mean spending your entire savings. With so many affordable bridal fashion options available, you can still look stunning from your engagement party to your wedding day without breaking the bank. This guide covers where to find budget-friendly wedding dresses, bridal event white dresses, accessories, and even fun bachelorette outfits!

Wedding Dresses on a Budget

Finding the perfect wedding dress doesn’t have to cost thousands. Many retailers now offer stunning gowns that fit every style and budget.

Online Retailers: Websites like Lulus, Azazie, Anthropologie, Windsor, Show Me Your Mumu, and Reformation offer chic and affordable wedding gowns under $500.

$178 Lulu’s Ethereal Elegance Embroidered Lace-Up Maxi Dress: Lulu’s has beautiful and affordable wedding dresses! I wore this dress for my bridal shower which is also a great option for a wedding dress.

Department Stores: Check Nordstrom and Macy’s for seasonal sales and clearance deals.

Secondhand: Platforms like Stillwhite and Poshmark are great places to find designer gowns for a fraction of the price.

Sample Sales: Designer samples sales and local bridal boutiques’ sample sales will help you find the best deals on designer wedding dresses!

I found my dream wedding dress at the Monique Lhuillier sample sale! She is well known for her designer wedding dresses and creating custom gowns for celebrities at award shows so when she had a sample sale in Los Angeles, I knew I had to go! I got engaged in November 2024 and the sample sale was in December 2024. Leave it to me to find my dream designer’s wedding dress sample sale 2 weeks after getting engaged LOL! The sample sale of wedding dresses, shoes, and veil prices ranged from $25 - $3000.

Bridesmaid Dresses on a Budget

Your bridesmaids can look beautiful without spending a fortune. Affordable, high-quality options are easy to find. Let your bridesmaids choose and order their dresses 2-3 months before the wedding in case there are shipping delays and to get the dresses hemmed.

Azazie: Offers a wide variety of styles, sizes, and colors, with most dresses under $150. They also provide at-home try-ons for convenience.

I decided to go with Azazie for my bridesmaid dresses where they will be wearing sky blue color dresses in the fabric stretch satin.

Birdy Grey: Known for chic, modern bridesmaid dresses, all priced around $99, making it one of the most budget-friendly options.

Other Retailers: Check Lulus and ASOS for trendy, re-wearable bridesmaid styles at affordable prices.

Bridal Event White Dresses

Beyond the wedding day, you’ll want chic white outfits for your bridal shower, rehearsal dinner, and other events.

Affordable Retailers: Princess Polly, PrettyLittleThing, Revolve, Showpo, Windsor, Dissh, and Runaway the Label offer trendy white dresses perfect for bridal events.

$161 Runaway the Label Joelle Mini Dress has a corset style I am obsessed with! It is such good quality and I am excited to wear this for my wedding party dress on the dance floor!
$139 Runaway the Label Armana Maxi Dress has a V line and low back style. I will be wearing this as my wedding rehearsal dinner dress!
$69 Lulu’s Embroidered Strapless Mini Dress is perfect for any bridal occasion like an engagement party!
$69 Princess Polly Adelana White Mini Dress has a broderie lace trim that is so flattering.

Multi-Use Styles: Look for dresses you can rewear—think little white dresses that can be styled differently for each occasion.

Amazon Finds: With thousands of options, Amazon has budget-friendly white dresses with fast shipping.

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Bridal Accessories on a Budget

Accessories can elevate even the simplest gown, and luckily, they don’t have to be expensive.

Veils & Hairpieces: Check Amazon and Etsy for affordable veils, tiaras, and hair combs.

Belts: Shein is the place to go for less than $10!

Jewelry: Stores like Anthropologie, Swarovski, and Mejuri offer elegant yet affordable bridal jewelry.

Shoes: Lulus, DSW, ASOS, and Amazon have budget-friendly bridal heels and flats that are both stylish and comfortable.

Bachelorette Outfits

For your bachelorette weekend, you’ll want standout outfits that still fit your budget!

Matching Sets, Dresses, and Themed Outfits: 12th Tribe, Selfie Leslie, Edikted, and Shein have affordable, trendy pieces perfect for a night out. Look for cowgirl-inspired looks, sparkle dresses, or matching group sets that won’t break the bank.

$88 12th Tribe Haven Ivory Fringe Cutout Dress for a western theme that I wore for my bachelorette and will also be wearing to country music concerts!
$78 12th Tribe Moonlit Kiss Cream Satin Halter top and a beaded skirt for a coastal cowgirl or coastal beach theme outfit from 12th Tribe. I wore this at my bach and will also wear it on vacation.
$70 Edikted Lanney Ruffled Sheer Lace Romper for a sexy bachelorette outfit that I wore for my Nashville bachelorette for a fun night out on Broadway! I’ll also be wearing this on beach days.

Accessories: Fun extras like cowboy hats, sashes, and custom tees can be found on Etsy or Amazon.

Target has the cutest bridal accessories: $12 bride cowboy hats, $25 ivory cowboy hats, and more!
Amazon: Bride sashes, veils, and any accessories you need - Check out my Amazon Storefront under “Wedding & Events”

Swimwear: For bikinis and swimwear, my go to is Shein!

$13 Shein White Bikini Set is amazing and loved wearing it for my pool day on my Nashville bachelorette!

Final Tips for Saving

Sign Up for Emails: Many stores offer first-time customer discounts.

Shop Off-Season: Buying dresses in the off-season (fall/winter) often means bigger sales.

Reuse & Repurpose: Choose pieces you can wear again or style differently for multiple events.

By being strategic with your shopping, you can create a beautiful, stylish bridal wardrobe without overspending. Remember, it’s not about how much you spend, but how confident and radiant you feel in every look!

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Wedding on a Budget Finds: Affordable Wedding Dresses and Accessories