A wedding dress doesn’t have to be a huge expense. Brides-to-be in Atlanta, Georgia have plenty of options.
New Natalie’s Bridal, in an old industrial building in northwest Atlanta (919 Chattahoochee Ave., Atlanta, GA 30318, 404-352-1616 x 203) offers designer wedding gowns at up to 70% off. New Natalie’s carries sizes 4-30, and features several trunk shows per year if you’re looking for a specific designer. Appointments are not necessary, but recommended; there is an online appointment form. Their website also has a link to No Frills Bridals, which offers 40% savings plus free shipping and no sales tax outside of Georgia. Hours are Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 10-6, Thursday 12-8, and Sunday 1-5. The store is closed Tuesdays. www.newnatalies.com
Bridal consignment stores are an excellent option for the bride on a budget. Le Dress Boutique (3255 Peachtree St., Suite 6, Atlanta, GA 30305, 404-842-1955) specializes in upscale wedding dresses marked well below retail. Some gowns are excess inventory from stores that have closed, some are new without tags, and some have been worn once, but all are designer gowns in sizes 0-26. They can be viewed online at www.ledressboutique.com. Walk-ins are welcomed on weekdays, but appointments are highly encouraged. Le Dress is open Tuesday-Thursday from 10-6 and Friday-Saturday 10-5.
Bridal Sense in Sandy Springs (6600 Roswell Rd., Atlanta, GA 30328, 404-256-4696) is an award-winning family-owned boutique that buys, sells and rents wedding gowns in sizes 2-30. It features new and “once-loved” bridal attire. The website, www.bridalsense.com, has a user-friendly online showcase of designer sample wedding dresses and consignment gowns at deep discounts. Appointments are desired so you can get the attention you deserve! Bridal Sense is open Tuesday-Thursday from 10-7 and Friday-Saturday from 10-5. Closed Sunday, Monday by appointment only.
La Raine’s Bridal Boutique in Virginia-Highland (853 N. Highland Ave., Atlanta, GA 30306, 404-607-7444) opens its doors to dedicated bargain brides every Thursday from 11-7. Discontinued sample wedding dresses can be found for as little as $99, $199 or $299. Located in a historic house in this lovely neighborhood, La Raine’s Bridal Salon is by appointment only Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. www.larainesboutique.com
And finally, don’t overlook eBay! Brides-to-be can look on the auction site for a beautiful gown at a rock-bottom price. Do a search for “wedding gown” or “wedding dress” in your size. Go to the “Sort By” tab and choose “Distance: Nearest First.” Scroll down. That will direct you to wedding dresses for sale near you. Sellers will ship directly to you, or in some cases, allow you to pick up the gown yourself. Alterations will be your responsibility, but you’ll still be saving a lot of money! www.ebay.com
Even in this economy, any bride can still look radiant on her wedding day without spending more than her budget allows. No one needs to know how much money you saved…unless you spill your secret!
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