| online watchdog for consumers visited eBay to report findings. On June 23, 2006, some wedding gown bids opened at one dollar. Of course, these lovely gowns were in China and came with limited shipping details. However, eBay showed everything from tiaras, gowns to shoes.
Hit the cleaners. The local dry cleaner is the best-kept secret for finding a beautiful gown. And because most cleaners want to make back the loss of service, a bartering bride can haggle down the price.
Shop for plain quality. From Macy’s to Neiman Marcus, reasonably priced wedding gowns are the new alternative. Even JCrew has jumped on the online wedding bandwagon. AlertsForConsumers voted their Vivian Silk Satin Gown the ultimate bargain at J.Crew for $495. The A-Line number can be customized with a bride’s personal touches. Not to mention, J.Crew features so many size alternatives that it is impossible to miss a quality dress for less.
by Holly Bentz – fruitionMedia.net
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