This page features a growing list of ideas where to shop online and offline for affordable wedding dresses, bridesmaid dresses, occasion, or prom wear, some may even be free! This listing is frequently updated, so keep checking back. Above all, please be diligent when using a new-to-you retail store online or in person. Check with the BBB and independent reviews before you buy!
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Buy on the Web
Adrianna Papell – affordable little white dresses, mother of the bride dresses.
Amazon – very affordable bridal dresses and accessories. Many inexpensive wedding guest dresses for all seasons. Prime shipping is great if you are in a hurry and need a dress fast!
Anthropologie Weddings – many beautiful wedding dresses from around $300 and up.
ASOS – has a great selection of super pretty, affordable white dresses, bridesmaid, and wedding guest dresses. New ones are added all the time. You’ll also find ASOS Curve for plus-size women.
Azazie – an online bridal boutique based in California, highly rated by brides. Affordable wedding dresses, bridesmaids’ dresses, and wedding guest dresses.
Bella and Bloom Boutique – a young contemporary clothing website owned by fashion blogger Katlyn Maupin. Has a Wedding Shop with adorable items for bachelorette, shower, and ceremonies.
Betsey Johnson – the cutest wedding shoes. Watch for sales.
Bloomingdale’s – ok, ok, I see you rolling your eyes. Bloomingdale’s is upscale to be sure, but don’t scroll by just yet. Check out their evening gown section and choose white/ivory/cream gowns; many are very bridal AND affordable.
Blushfashion – not based in the US, but no issues reported with shipping in reviews. Look them up on Etsy (great reviews), beautiful, simple wedding dresses and bridesmaid dresses.
Brides Across America – a free gown for military members and first responder brides. Events happen twice a year; see Event Listing for registration and more information.
Camille La Vie – pretty wedding dresses starting at about $400.
Claire Pettibone – online bridal gown Sample Sale. Starts at about $900.
David’s Bridal – very popular budget bridal store. One in three U.S. brides purchases their wedding dress here. Shop David’s Bridal
Dillard’s – bridal dresses and accessories for shower, rehearsal dinner, and ceremony. Bridesmaid and mother of the bride dresses.
Eloquii – plus-size bridal wear.
Etsy – lots of unique, affordable gowns and accessories.
Facebook Marketplace – find a wedding gown in your town.
Grace Loves Lace – Online Sample Sale. Wedding gowns and bridesmaid dresses.
Kennedy Blue – known for bridesmaid dresses, but also has a beautiful collection of wedding gowns. Read my Kennedy Blue blog posts.
Kiyonna – Proud to be Made in the USA! – plus-size bridal dresses.
Lulus Wedding – a well-reviewed and popular online store, with beautiful dresses and accessories for the bride, bridesmaid, and wedding guest.
Macy’s – Bridal dresses, bridesmaid and guest dresses, mother of the bride dresses. Be sure to look at their prom dresses too; some are very bridal.
Maggie Sottero – Look for the designer label Rebecca Ingram. These amazing wedding dresses should be around $1,000-$1,800.
Morning Lavender – has a small collection of feminine and romantic bridal dresses. Read my Morning Lavender blog posts.
Nearly Newlywed – a listing service to buy wedding dresses that are pre-owned, new, and sample gowns at a great price.
Net-a-Porter – features a high-end bridal wear section with designer separates and dresses for fashion-forward brides. Keep an eye out for sales – they are infrequent but worth it!
Nina Shoes – a brand that many brides love for wedding shoes, and they’re frequently spotted on the red carpet! Shop shoes, handbags and bridal at Nina Shoes.
Nordstrom – white gowns, bridal shoes, little white dresses. Free shipping and returns. Great sales!
Poshmark – pre-owned wedding dresses and other fashion items.
Reformation – bridal wear for the eco-conscious, stylish bride.
Revolve – for brides seeking fashion-forward glamor!
Shopbop – Shopbop’s Wedding Boutique offers contemporary and designer labels. Watch out for sales!
Showpo – a collection of casual bridal gowns for the modern fashion-forward bride.
Stillwhite – used wedding dresses, samples, sometimes ‘new with tags’ bridal gowns.
Tadashi Shoji – lovely bridal gowns, often have gowns on sale.
The Last Minute Bride – budget-friendly, quick shipping online retailer.
The RealReal – an online high-end consignment store with frequent designer wedding dress sightings such as Vera Wang, Carolina Herrera, and Monique Lhuillier. Has frequent sales.
Torrid – very affordable plus-size wedding dresses.
TJMaxx – another surprise entry – yes, you might find your wedding dress at TJMaxx, you never know! Search for white gowns. Check back often as supplies turn over rapidly.
Unique Vintage – fun vintage style wedding dresses, bridesmaid dresses, and accessories.
Windsor – fun, young bridal dresses.
Your Dream Dress – an online store with discounted designer wedding dresses that are new, samples, overbuys, etc.
In Your Town
- Look for a bridal consignment store in your area for pre-owned wedding dresses, sample gowns, and unsold bridal retail store stock.
- Drop by your local thrift store regularly; they may get wedding dress donations.
- Visit department stores in person at your local mall. Look for white formal gowns. Check the clearance racks after the holiday party season in December-January, the wedding and prom season in August-September, and Black Friday in November.
- Sample sales at your local bridal salons. Get onto the store’s email list for notification of upcoming events.
- Craigslist – Choose the site nearest to you and browse wedding dresses for sale by owner.
- Brides For A Cause – Sell wedding dresses for women-focused charities. See website for five U.S. locations.
More Wedding Resources
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Updated frequently –
Quick Shop Affordable Wedding Dresses – Browse my favorite wedding dress picks. Links to shop stylish and unique wedding dresses.
Where to Buy Budget Wedding Dresses – where to purchase an affordable wedding dress. Tons of retailer ideas!
Sales, Promo Codes, and Freebies – discounted wedding attire.
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Julia is a wedding fanatic with over 15 years of experience writing for blogs and websites. She loves to source and share beautiful but affordable wedding attire for brides, bridesmaids, and guests. Based in MA. USA.