Wedding Are you wearing 2 dresses??

[blondebunny]

One to your ceremony and then another to your reception??
If so:
1. Why did u decide to have 2 dresses?
2. When will you change into your second dress??

Its been on my mind, and I cant figure out when Id change into my second dress if I did decide to get 2 (which I probably will.... )
TIA!!

 

[oobiecoo]

DH''s ex-cousin-in-law was preggo when she married his cousin. She changed into a more comfortable dress at the reception before it started.

 

[marchswallowbird]

No, just one dress for me. Personally, just my opinion, I think wearing two dresses is wasteful. And I just don't see the point. Why do you need two? They're so expensive, it just seams like throwing money away to me.

 

[blondebunny]

well for my reception I was thinking Id get something that Id be able to dance in, me and my FF LOVE to dance... and I dont think the kind of dress I want would make for easy dancing... But Id only get a dress that I could wear again Like this Betsy Johnson dress I love

 

[FrekeChild]

You realize that what you consider wasteful may not be considered wasteful by everyone else. Like designer shoes. I don''t consider that money wasted, even though you do. But I would never judge anyone for staying within a budget on shoes--for whatever reason.

Blondebunny. I will only wear one dress, but honey, if you want two of them, go for it. (And let me know when you need help with shoes!)

 

[Sparkalicious]

Just one for me, I think, but two would be fun! We love dancing as well. I sure hope that I''ll be able to get down in my dress. If not, goodness know what shape the dress is going to be in when I''m finished with it b/c I''m going to try my hardest.

If you have time between the ceremony and the reception, i.e., 2 venues - church & hotel, for example, maybe you could change either at the church or once you got to the hotel and before you made your grand entrance?

 

[Cleopatra]

I did!

Not to be wasteful but for shear COMFORT!

It wasn''t a "reception" dress - it was more of a "last hour of reception" dress...

DH and I love to dance and we were seriously dancing non-stop - and sorry for the visual, but I had a heavy beaded dress and I could FEEL the sweat dripping down my legs - It''s like an oven under some dresses! I literally either had to get out of it or stop dancing - and I had an adorable white Bari Jay BM dress waiting for me upstairs just in case I needed a change - I changed into it right before the bouquet toss - and then we had about 45 minutes left of dancing and it was also my "get away" dress...

I do not regret for one second getting another dress - but again, this is personal preference.

(the only thing about another dress is - your photographer may take some of the best pics while you''re in the 2nd dress and you just have to be ok with not being in your wedding dress for some pro-pics - that was my only gripe about it)

 

[Meowtown2]

I think having two dresses is fun! I originally wanted to do that as well, but spent way too much on the first one. Woops.

I think you should go for it. A second Betsy Johnson dress to dance in sounds like a really good idea!

 

[CNOS128]

I will only have one dress (and I love it so!). But if my ''ceremony'' dress were big & poofy, I would absolutely get a second dress for the reception that I could move in. My fiance doesn''t love dancing, but I could just picture him being annoyed that he couldn''t stand close to me in some tremendous ballgown. I chose my one dress with this in mind.

Now, two pairs of shoes are a definite possibility... (designer or otherwise

)

 

[Nocturnius]

I didn't wear two dresses.

For one, I didn't have the budget for it. I splurged a little on the dress itself and couldn't afford much else.

I would never judge anyone on the decision to wear two dresses, but I think it's a bit odd for one reason: why would you get a GORGEOUS dress for the ceremony, only to wear it for twenty minutes and then change? I wanted ALL of my weddng photos from start to finish to be in my dress. My first dance, the cake cutting, everything.

The only "two dress" custom that I kind of think it cute is the "going away" outfit change, when the bride changes right before they leave. I see the benefits of that, too - I would have had a much easier time if I had been in a lighter dress clambering into the limo (and if I could have entrusted my gown to my mother so I didn't have to tote it to the hotel.) I had no problem dancing in my gown, but for whatever reason that thing became a pain in the backside when it was on a hanger! And I wouldn't have minded for the last few photos to have been in a different dress.

 

[galvana]

Blondebunny

If I had the money to wear two dresses and it was something i wanted to do then I totally would!
I think its a great idea, I would suggest changing right before your wedding party gets announced.
At most receptions there is a bridal party room where the party hangs out, drinks, eats, for 30min to 1 hr before the announcements begin.
I would say right before you go hang in the bridal party room, that is when you change. Then you can hang with the party, have a drink in your new dress and then go dance you butt off!

I love the idea!

 

[bee*]

I can totally see the reason of getting another one so you can dance in. If I were to get two dresses, I''d probably change after the dinner part so that you''re ready to go then for the dancing. Personally I''m only going to have one dress.

 

[AllieLuv83]

I was thinking about wearing two dresses a formal one for the reception and a more flowy one for dancing, I don''t think it is wasteful especially if you get to use it again!!!! It pretty divalicious if you ask me too!!! I LOVE IT You will get two times the ooohhhh and ahhhhhhs!

 

[gtn]

I wore two dresses. Thankfully I did. Someone stood on my dress when I had crouched down to pick up my cousin's son and ruined the bustle on my dress. If you have money in your budget, go for it. Also, the wedding gown is very hot. Changing into a dress that is lighter and easier to dance in is a godsend.

ETA: I didn't answer your questions.

1. I got the other dress since I wore a cultural dress also.
2. I changed into the 2nd dress after the grand entrance.

If you plan on doing your first dance right after your grand entrance, change into your 2nd dress after your first dance.

 

[parrot tulips]

My friend had 2 dresses. She wanted the big poofy Cinderella dress, but she also wanted to be comfortable dancing during her reception. She specifically wanted the big poofy dress to be in the first dance and father/daughter dance photos, so she slipped quietly away right afterwards to change. She was very happy with her decision.

 

[marchswallowbird]

You know, you guys are too much sometimes. I am not judging anyone. I SAID it was just my opinion that I considered it wasteful. Last I checked, everyone is entitled to their opinion. Don''t go JUDGING me for offering my opinon on an open forum.

 

[kittybean]

I won''t be wearing two dresses, but the one I will be wearing is slim, easy to move in, and light.

 

[FrekeChild]

Date: 9/26/2008 2:52:11 PM
Author: marchswallowbird
You know, you guys are too much sometimes. I am not judging anyone. I SAID it was just my opinion that I considered it wasteful. Last I checked, everyone is entitled to their opinion. Don''t go JUDGING me for offering my opinon on an open forum.

Perhaps its your wording.

If you really think about it, having ONE dress that you''ll wear ONCE is wasteful.

And I wasn''t JUDGING you in the slightest. I was stating that your opinion may not be shared by all.

Besides, BB could be spending less money on two dresses than she might otherwise spend on one. And if I remember correctly, as a specific example, Haven had her Mila wedding gown and then a $200 after party dress--Not exactly 2 extravagant wedding gowns.

Regardless, other people''s spending is no one else''s business besides their own unless they bring it up to you. BB never said anything about the cost of a second gown. You were the one who brought that up.

And I don''t think I need to mention that we are all on a diamond website. Which is probably the ultimate in "wastefulness".

 

[ilovethiswebsite]

Like the others have said, if cost were no issue- then I''d get 2 dresses! I opted to get 1 dress that was super light and comfortable that I could wear all night... It was more than I wanted to spend (still not that much - about 3g with the taxes)... But I would never spend another 3 g for a reception dress... These days there are SO MANY styles and variety that you could easily find your dream dress in the fabric and quality you like... Gone are the days of big poofy heavy wedding dresses in 2 styles.

 

[jstarfireb]

I considered wearing 2 dresses and eventually chose not to, but it''s a long story. Basically, my FI was disappointed in the dress I chose once he got wind of it. My dress was a sleek and relatively unadorned halter trumpet destination wedding dress; he thought it was too plain and wanted poof and trains.

Plan A was to get one that was more his style for the ceremony and wear the one I initially chose for the reception. I quickly realized that it wouldn''t be worth the trouble, since my ceremony is only about 30 minutes long, and the reception starts immediately afterward. He also wanted the "important" pictures (first dances, announcement of couple, etc) to be in a dress he liked better, so a ceremony/reception divide wouldn''t cut it for him.

So here was Plan B: Wear Dress #1 for the ceremony, formal photos, announcement, dances, and dinner; then change into Dress #2 for the cake cutting and rest of the reception. That way, most of the important moments on film would have me in the dress he liked, but there would also be the cake cutting, garter/bouquet toss, and some candids in the one he liked. It also represented a change in the tone of the wedding, from more formal (ceremony, dances, dinner) to more of a party (cake cutting, garter/bouquet toss, dancing). So if you''re going to wear 2 different dresses, one being more formal than the other, I think this is a great way to split it up.

I didn''t go with Plan B in the end because my dress was exchangeable at David''s, so I just traded it up for one that I also liked (and my family assured me that FI would like much better). In the end, I just preferred to stay in one dress all night.

 

[blondebunny]

Date: 9/26/2008 3:10:55 AM
Author: FrekeChild
You realize that what you consider wasteful may not be considered wasteful by everyone else. Like designer shoes. I don''t consider that money wasted, even though you do. But I would never judge anyone for staying within a budget on shoes--for whatever reason.


Blondebunny. I will only wear one dress, but honey, if you want two of them, go for it. (And let me know when you need help with shoes!)

thanks freke!!! I was actually out the other day...and saw some tiffany blue like lace flats and bought them... bad i know.. lol seeing that im not engaged officially yet... but I wanted tiffany blue flats for my ceremony and they were only like 5.99 but I am going to add maybe a brooch and some swarvoski crystals to them to spice them up some

BUT i will tell you, I am going to need help to find some shoes for my reception dress... and Im a tough one... just a heads up now.. LOL.. I really only can wear wedges, sometimes heels (I really suck at walking in heels...seriously...) BUT I want something with crystals/rhinestones ALL over it if you cant tell by now I LOVE anything and EVERYTHING sparkly!!!!!!!!!

To everyone else.. Thanks, I actually put room in the budget to have a 2nd dress, and to me its NOT wasteful... I would ONLY get a dress I could wear later.. like we plan to go on a cruise for our honeymoon, so I figured itd be nice to have a white dress to wear to one of the formal nights

 

[blondebunny]

or these can you tell now how much i love sparkly stuff??

 

[Blair138]

LOVE the shoes blondebunny!

I am not having 2 dresses because that just wasn''t something I considered. BUT, what I would suggest is trying on dresses made of Silk Shantung. My dress is made out of that and it is SO LIGHT AND AIRY. I know I will be hot no matter what, we''re getting married on July 11. BUT, the fact that it is NOT a heavy dress and the fabric is so light makes me think I will be more comfortable in it.

 

[blondebunny]

thanks...hehehehehe If I could have it my way.. id probably wear something with only swarovski crystals on it... BUT my FF wouldnt go for it.. hahaha... I want some simple for my ceremony and I want ALL sparkles for my reception.. I think its just my personality... Hopefully by that pic.. you can see what kind of girl I am.. you should have seen me when I was a cheerleader.. I was the GLITTER QUEEN!! Id respray my uniform about every 30 mins to maintain maximum sparkle.. hahahaha

 

[blondebunny]

Or I''d really like a dress like the one Samantha was wearing in the end of the Sex and the City Movie.. except I dunno how to find it online.. OR there is this one dress I see on Wedding Central (on WEtv) that was called "Experts show how to make any wedding day sparkle", that the girl Brooke has a dress completely covered in swarovski crystals, and thats it, like no lining, just the sheer material they are on (except i think she must have been wearing a slip.. atleast i hope so) that id love to have or atleast find a pic... But it was $12,000... and thats more than my entire budget will be.... BUT needless to say I have it saved on my Tivo permanently and watch it maybe once a week because i love the sparkle.. hahaha

 

[FrekeChild]

Hahahaha!!! I love the taste in shoes!! I''m a big fan of the sparkly stuff as well, so I will have no problem searching for your shoes. Do you want to start now or wait a bit?

 

[Cleopatra]

Date: 9/27/2008 12:23:00 AM
Author: blondebunny
or these can you tell now how much i love sparkly stuff??

HA!! I LOVE those! If that heel was about 2 inches higher (I''m a shorty), I could ROCK them!!

Blondebunny - you will have no problem finding shoes! I can''t wait to see what you decide on! We have very similar, sparkly taste

 

[Mediterranean]

Those are coooooool, BlondeBunny!

I''ve seen a lot of brides do 2 dresses. Especially the brides who do outdoor ceremonies. Gardens, beaches, etc tend to completely stain the bottom of a white dress with mud, grass, dirt, etc. It''s pretty rainy in this climate during the summer, too, so a lot of the brides kind of do it so that they have a "backup" dress in case the one they wear to the ceremony gets all wet. There''s a method to the (what appears to be, to a casual observer, LOL) madness...

I have only one dress. I picked a comfy one, and I know myself well enough to know that after an afternoon of poking, prodding hair/makeup/wardrobe...there''s just gonna come a point in time where I just want to not be fussing anymore, with outfits of hair or makeup... and just eat and drink,

 

[blondebunny]

What do ya''ll think of these??? heheheheh I love the this one.. its my favorite... but its like $5300... I think I would make it with silver beads... and for the top for the design part Id do something with swarovski crystals... hehehehe

 

[blondebunny]

or this is the one from the movie... but quite pricey.. i think it was like 8000