Many brides believe that finding your dream dress means losing half of your life savings—that’s simply not the case! You can find affordable lace wedding dresses, ball gowns, and plus size styles if you do your homework (i.e., read this blog). The Wedding Shoppe is known for carrying top wedding gown designers, as well as plenty of wedding dresses for under $1000. I’m going to tell you about my favorite styles, designers, and how to find the perfect look for your big day without breaking the bank.

Which designers have wedding dresses under $1000?

Before you start dreaming of romantic lace fabrics and luxurious ball gowns, you need to know which wedding gown designers have price tags you can look at. I’m proud to report that these recommended designers are some of my favorites. If you’re a bride who loves glamour, maybe even Gatsby-inspired looks, then it’s time to meet Maggie Sottero. Are you a plus size bride or more traditional? Maybe Mori Lee is your dream designer. And finally, After Six bridal gowns are for brides looking for an easy-going, yet elegant style. There are plenty of wedding gown designers who offer gowns under a grand, so start shopping.

Affordable lace wedding dresses do exist.

Many brides love lace, but you should know right away that lace is a very expensive fabric. If you’ve fallen for the idea of an all-lace gown, you need to be prepared for higher prices. My recommendation is to choose a gown that incorporates lace as an appliqué or has a lace bodice but a skirt in an different fabric. You can see that some of the styles I added to this post make lace the star, but they’re all affordable lace wedding dresses. You should also use this advice if you’re shopping for ball gowns or plus size dresses. You can find a fancy gown that makes you feel like a princess, but try to avoid lots of beading and glitz. Follow these tips and you'll find a beautiful look well within your budget.

Stick to your budget.

Finally, the key to shopping for wedding dresses under $1000 is to stick to your budget! When you talk to your consultant, make sure they understand your budget and that it’s not flexible. The last thing any bride wants is to put on a gown, fall in love, and then find out it’s too expensive. Save that extra cash for an open bar or your honeymoon!