Looking for something that will make your special day even more memorable? Challenge yourself and design your own wedding dress! Don't take on the extra stress if the time is short, but if you've got the time, why not? Although it won't completely cut out the budget of buying a dress, it will definitely cut the price significantly.
Besides, there's a satisfaction when someone asks who did your dress and you can say, "I did.
" Designing your dress gives an immediate originality to your big event.
You don't have to worry whether someone else is going to buy out the dress you saw in the shop or have the same dress as you; by making the dress, you have a one-of-a-kind on your hands.
Plus you get a chance to show a little bit of yourself in the wedding rather than letting the classic style drown your own.
It would help to invest in a couple of sewing classes before getting started, especially if you have little experience sewing at all.
Sewing machines are a different animal from hand-stitching a hole or button, and it should be conquered before you can create a dress worthy of a bride.
These classes could give you inspiration through different techniques like embroidery as well.
Regardless of whether you take sewing classes or not, it wouldn't hurt to get a professional opinion at some point in the process.
Whether you consult with someone on the design after you've sketched it or during the sewing to be sure you're going about it the right way.
You wouldn't want a wardrobe malfunction on the day of your wedding; run by a local dress shop and ask if the person who does alterations could give it a one-over.
If you don't want to sew it yourself, whether for time or personal safety, find a dress maker locally.
You can talk it over with them and show the ideas you have for an ideal dress; they can add their professional input and make something you'll be happy with.
This way the dress will still be original and let your personal style shine through; not all designers are seamstresses.
Another way to make a wedding dress original is to take one that is already existing and have it altered, personally or by someone else.
Maybe you find a dress where you like the sleeves but the waist and length is all wrong.
It's not a crime to tweak a wedding dress.
Shop around for prices on alterations.
An alternative is to mess around with the color palette.
Do you really want a traditional white gown? It wouldn't be tacky or out of the ordinary to go with a creme or off-white color as long as it matches the rest of the decor.
Also, experiment with the bridesmaids dresses both in color and style.
You may even want these to be hand-made.
Regardless of how you go about it, personally designing any aspect of your wedding will make it more personal and memorable.
Just don't forget it's your wedding day; don't lose yourself in being unique, but create something that reflects you.