Should I Buy My Wedding Dress Online?

We’ve noticed that as we all have relied on Amazon’s prime day shipping, shopping online for everything is just… convenient. So we totally understand when brides apply this thinking to buying a wedding gown! It’s convenient, there’s pictures, and sometimes there’s even reviews to support the purchase. Today we’re talking about shopping online for a wedding dress vs. shopping at a bridal boutique.

The Worst Case Scenario

We hate to admit it, but we’ve seen the worst case scenario of shopping online. Recently, we had a bride who came in to get measured. She ordered two dresses online and they both came in. She spent so much money on those two dresses and the alteration; she could have bought one beautiful dress instead! One of the dresses was truly unalterable, she was devastated, and we did all we could to help. The truth is this: saving money doesn’t always mean it’s best to choose the cheaper and convenient option.

Return Policy

Brides, beware! Some online shops don’t allow a return for wedding dresses. This means that if the dress is any way unsatisfactory, you are stuck with it! It’s hard to tell if a dress is designed with proper lining and made well with all the magic photoshop and photography can do these days. We highly recommend seeing dresses in person, feeling the fabric with your fingers, and touching what your’e buying before it’s purchased.

Let’s Talk About Budget

The truth is that there are very affordable places in bridal boutiques. You get the benefit of coming in person to feel the material yourself and the option to have experts work within your budget.

In summary, it’s totally up to you to purchase a wedding dress online. There are risks to consider, but it depends on what you want to prioritize. We would love if you visited our shop! We do not disappoint. Hope to see you soon.