Bride on a Budget: 10 Great Gowns under $300!

I recently posted a few tips and tricks on how to save money when shopping for your wedding gown. In the post I mentioned that bridesmaids dresses are MUCH cheaper than wedding gowns and that they come in a wide array of colors including white. I figured I'd share 10 of my favorites here to show you what I'm talking about. The majority of these dresses are $250 or less. Every single dress posted with the exception of one are available in white or ivory as well as a ton of other colors. I've noted on each dress whether they come in white, ivory or both. The size ranges vary, but all dresses are available in up to a size 26 at the very least.

 

Alfred Angelo Modern Vintage Bridesmaid Dresses - Style 8604 - $249.00

I saw this dress in person in "morning fog" at a local bridal salon and it is GORGEOUS! I love the soft netting overlay and the way that the dress falls. It is not available in white or ivory, but I absolutely adore it!

 Bill Levkoff Bridesmaid Dress - Style 530 - $195.50

I have seen this dress in person in "canary". It is available in ivory, but not white. It has a slight train and a lace up corset back which is a nice touch. 

Dessy Bridesmaid Dress - Style 2749 - $179.00

I have not seen this dress in person. I love the above color so much! I think it would make a great wedding gown in that color, but it is available in white and ivory as well as a bunch of other colors.

 

Lazaro Bridesmaid Dress - Style 3141 - $280.00

I saw this dress in person at a trunk show at a local bridal salon in the above red color and it is stunning! I love the corset top. It is very elegant and would look great on a plus size bride! It is available in ivory, but not white.

 

Bill Levkoff Bridesmaid Dress - Style 539- $225.00

I have seen this dress in person in bright pink and it was very pretty, though I wasn't crazy about the color. The back has a lace up corset. I absolutely love the off the shoulder neckline on this dress as well. It is available in Ivory and White.

 Liz Fields Bridesmaid Dress - Style 231- $198.00

I have not seen this dress in person, but I love the detail at the bust and the way that the fabric hangs off of the models body. It is available in white and ivory.

Dessy After Six Bridesmaid Dress - Style 6577 - $152.00

I have not seen this dress in person. I love the black sash at the waist, although it is available in many other colors. The dress is available in white.

Bill Levkoff Bridesmaid Dress - Style 557- $118.00

I have not seen this dress in person. It is available in ivory and white. You also get to choose the color of the sash. I love the back of this dress. It would make such a lovely wedding gown!

 

Alfred Angelo Bridesmaid Dress - Style 7181 - $199.00

I have not seen this dress in person. It is available in white and ivory. I love the organza overlay on this dress! It makes an otherwise simple dress much more elegant. You get to chose the belt color as well.

Dessy After Six Bridesmaid Dress - Style 6532 - $136.62

I have not seen this dress in person. The dress is available in white as well as ivory. You get to select the lace color. I love the bust on this dress and the lace at the empire waist. 

Would you ever wear a bridesmaid dress for your wedding dress or do you think that they aren't fancy or detailed enough? Which dress in the post was your favorite? Mine is definitely the Alfred Angelo 8604. I love the netting overlay and the little details along the neckline.