I was browsing the web for reasonably-priced but stylish bridesmaid dresses for a friend of mine who is getting married at the end of the year and I found this site — Valentine’s Promise that seem to sell budget but elegant-looking bridesmaid dresses.

If you’re one of those budget-conscious brides, you might find the site useful. Here’s 5 of my favorite bridesmaid dresses all of them at under $100 each. These dresses are also available in other colors!

Image: VP on Sale

Image: VP on Sale

I like the black dress. Being Asian, not sure how it’ll go down with my friend though. Hmmm

Image: VP on Sale

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While I’m all for doing something different or unusual at your wedding, I’m not sure if I can carry this lovely wedding gown designed by Scott Corridan.

Image: Kleinfeld Bridal

Lovely gown isn’t it? Kleinfeld Bridal describes it as a princess/ball gown style with long sleeves where the primary fabric is satin. What’s nice about the gown is the italian mohair over embroidered applique top.

What I don’t like about it?

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Well…the mohair doesn’t leave much to the imagination. If you’re confident about your ‘carriage’, you can go bra-less under this gorgeous gown. I just wonder if the reverend will be able to concentrate on the ceremony though? LOL

If you’re like me and you don’t want to leave some to people’s imagine, you can wear a pair of nude bra under a nude colour tube top to prevent any possible nipple slip.

I can’t stress enough regarding the importance of your bridal make-up. Spend time to plan for it. Consider things you need to do before making that big decision.

From my own experience, here are the things you have to consider before making that decision, ie the right bridal make-up artist for you:

Your Budget - Consider your own budget. You may want the make-up artist to the stars but if his/her fee is more than your budget for your wedding reception then perhaps it is time to consider someone within your wedding budget. Be realistic. There are so many other great make-up artist out there that will not break  your bank account.

Consultation - There is no shame in meeting with prospective bridal make-up artists. Go and meet them. See what they’re like. If you have the budget, go for bridal make-up trials (this costs though). It is important that you are comfortable with your make-up artist and that you can tell him or her whether you like something or not. There’s nothing worse than looking like a zombie or a kabuki doll at your wedding because you were too afraid of or overwhelmed with your make-up artist. Remember, it is your special day. You can tell your make-up artist if you think the make-up is too heavy for your liking. You won’t be branded as a bridezilla if you request things kindly.

Endurance - Get your photos taken by your friend of fiance after you’ve had your make-up trial. Go out and party! See how long the make-up last. At the end of your partying, check what you look like. If your make-up has vanished at the end of the evening then your make-up has failed the endurance test. I did this for the two make-up trials I had for my own wedding. At the end of these 2 trials and some good partying :-), I was able to decide which one I liked the most. Judging from my photos and comments from well-wishes at our wedding, I have no regrets

Good luck in finding the make-up artist that works for you!

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Getting made up on one of the most important days of your life is a given. It is something worth considering and thinking about. This is more so if you are planning an outdoor wedding as the make-up needs are important. You need make-up that will last you throughout the whole day battling the elements outdoor and ensure that you’re still gorgeous and glam all day long!

Bella Marie has a list of beach wedding make-up tips you can consider for your own wedding!

Choosing the right wedding hairstyle that complements the shape of your face and the style of your gown is important. Your wedding hairstyle is something you need to think about. Not obsess over but something you have to give consideration to. Remember that if you had a dreadful wedding hairdo at your wedding, you have to look at it for the rest of you life as they will be captured on your photos and video

Here are some wedding hairstyle up do’s to choose from:

Curls piled up and dressed with tiny crystal flowers and veil.

Large bun updo with side curls.

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Bridal headpieces are particularly important if you plan to weir a veil. I particularly like the tiara-type of headpieces as they make me feel princess-y about to marry my Prince Charming…awww

Here are some of the bridal headpieces from House of Brides that you can choose from:

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Vintage weddings are so popular nowadays and if you’re having one, one of the best ways to show that you are a truly vintage bride is to have an antique or vintage style wedding veil!

The Ansonia Bridal Veil is a fab way to show the vintage-y feel of your wedding!

Love the accents on this one!

Spring is upon us and according to the wedding fashion experts, spring is the year of knee-length wedding gowns! I have attended a wedding where the bride wore a knee-length wedding dress. It was her 3rd wedding. I wonder if that has something to do with her choice to go a bit casual on her wedding day?

Image: Reverie by Melissa Sweet

I love the red shoes!

What about this one?

Image: Watters an Wtoo

I know, I know, there’s a GFC (Global Financial Crisis — can you believe it? There’s even an acronym for the crisis the world is going through now) so we must find ways to save on anything we could.

While Australian couples preparing for their wedding seem to be living in a bubble where recession does not exist in their vocabulary, other couples around the world are I’m sure tightening their belts.

So here I present to you wedding gowns that cost less than US$1,000:

Scala bridal destination wedding beaded gown cut out back — another vintage-y look. What do you think? Lovely isn’t it? It’s only $318!

White Matte Jersey Wedding Gown - only cost $425

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Are you attending a black and white wedding? You might find this Q&A helpful:

Answer after the jump
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