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Wedding Dresses for the Budget-Savvy Bride

Looking for a wedding dress that fits your destination bride style? Here are a few ideas whether you prefer a cocktail length or a full Grecian goddess-inspired frock.


Heirloom lace strapless cocktail wedding dress in white


Guipure lace halter wedding dress in ivory


Crinkle chiffon V-neck wedding dress in ivory


Crinkle chiffon one-shoulder wedding dress in ivory

*Dresses available at Dessy.com

These simple and gorgeous gowns are great choices for a destination wedding bride looking to save a dime or two on a wedding dress.

For designer wedding dresses, Vera Wang has officially launched her new retail wedding dress collection: White for David’s Bridal.

Here’s the skinny:

Vera’s wedding dress prices range from $528-$1,498. Not bad for a designer whose celebrity wedding dresses have graced the bodies of Chelsea Clinton, Victoria Beckham, LaLa Vasquez and more.

If you’re looking for more of a beach vibe, the light-weight designs make it easier to manage the warmth and look fabulous flowing in the breeze. Once you’ve snagged your gown, how do you get your wedding dress to your destination wedding easily and safely?

Tip 1: Do not check your wedding dress. Use a garment bag specifically designed for the shape of your wedding dress.

Tip 2: Inform the troops. Let your air carrier know ahead of time that one of your carry-on items will be a wedding gown. Your airline may be able to provide additional accommodations (and maybe an upgrade if you’re lucky!)

Tip 3: Check your dress for wrinkles as soon as possible. Talk to your on-resort wedding planner about options for removing wrinkles to ensure you are ready for the big day!

That’s it! Transporting a wedding dress is a fairly easy process as long as you consider your gown one of your carry-on items.