Wedding advice from an old married lady (Part 1)

Hi ladies! I know that the wedding planning process can be tough and it is too easy to get bogged down in the details. As an old married lady of 7 years now haha, here are 3 tips that won't leave you looking back on your wedding like...

1. Figure out what is important to YOU and your partner!

If you don't care about favors, don't have them. If you have always dreamed of having queso or Mexican food at your reception, do it! I am not saying don't take anyone else's opinions to heart but if it is something that truly makes no difference to you or it actually makes ALL the difference, go for it! I am a queso girl through and through but thought it wasn't "nice" enough for a wedding dinner. Looking back, I would have just gone with Mexican food because that is what we love to eat! I mean who wouldn't take a burrito over some roasted chicken?

2. Invitations aren't that important.

I am going to be the bearer of bad news...are you ready? No matter how beautiful your wedding invitations are, they will be in the recycling or trash after your big day. I hate to say it but you do not need to go overboard on invites. You will have plenty of beautiful keepsakes from your wedding day and usually the invitation isn't one of them. That's my story and I'm stickin' to it.

3. Wedding Planner = MUST HAVE

I know this one is tough because wedding planning services aren't cheap but I promise you there are affordable ones and they are SO WORTH IT! It reduces the stress on the bride and groom to have someone who is project managing for you. At the very least, get a day-of coordinator to keep things moving and on-time. My husband and I had a wedding planner on our modest budget and she was worth every penny. We were able to enjoy our family and friends because it was her job to tell us what to do and when to do it. I cannot stress this enough...wedding planners are worth their weight in gold!!

~ Ashley S.

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Top selling wedding gowns for the $1000 range at Amour Bridal

There are so many things to think about when shopping for a wedding gown...silhouette, material, necklines, how much beading you want, color, and you can't forget cost. At Amour Bridal you can get a fantastic, high quality wedding gown for under or around $1000. Check out our top 10 best sellers below!

1. Style 5462

Mori Lee Blue by Madeline Gardner

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This dress is all about the BLING! Beaded embroidered lace that tapers off into a light tulle skirt. This dress is available in Ivory/Champagne (pictured), Ivory, or White.

2. Style 116134

Enchanting by Mon Cheri

This gown is perfect for a bride looking for something outside the box. This lace gown features a sweetheart neckline, slim A-line silhouette, and soft tulle overskirt. Available in Ivory/Pearl (pictured), Ivory, or White.

3. Style 215107

Enchanting by Mon Cheri

This lightweight gown features a lace bodice and chiffon bottom. Perfect for a destination beach wedding! Available in Ivory or Ivory/Pink (pictured).

4. Style 5416

Mori Lee BLU by Madeline Gardner

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You certainly get a long of dress for your buck with this one! A full A-line tulle gown with a lace bodice. Available White, Ivory and Ivory/Light Gold (pictured).

5. Style 116132

Enchanting by Mon Cheri

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Check out the back on this one! This dress has 2 different types of lace, slight off the shoulder cap sleeves, and a chapel length train. Available in Ivory (pictured) or White.

6. Style 117190

Enchanting by Mon Cheri

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This is a brand new Enchanting gown from the Spring 2017 collection. It is already becoming one of our best sellers! This is a simple gown, light, all over lace, and features an open back. Available in Ivory (pictured) or white.

7. Style 6486

Lillian West

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6486 Lace wedding dress

6486 Lace Gown

Ok so this one is a little over $1k but it's worth every penny! This fitted gown is made up of floral lace and features a keyhole back and scalloped lace hemline. Available in Sand/Ivory/Nude (pictured), White, or Ivory/Ivory/Nude.

8. Style 5473

Mori Lee BLU by Madeline Gardner

A ballgown for under $1k? Yes it's true! This classic lace ballgown is available in White, Ivory, and Ivory/Champagne (pictured)

9. Style 5504

Mori Lee BLU by Madeline Gardner

I absolutely love how fun this organza ballgown is! This is a lot of dress for the price and even comes with the beaded belt! Available in White, Ivory, Ivory/Light Gold (pictured).

9. Style 5408

Mori Lee BLU by Madeline Gardner

The last one on our list is a simply perfect trumpet gown! You can even add a little bling with a beaded belt! Available in Ivory and White.

Well there you have it brides! Come check out our selection of wedding gowns in person at 601 E. Whitestone Blvd, Suite 408, Cedar Park. We are at the Rail Yard Shopping Center by 1431 Cafe.

Appointments are recommended. You can set one up here or call 512-596-5683.

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What you should know before you shop for your wedding dress...

You've probably been dreaming about your wedding for months, even years, and the moment has finally come...your significant other proposed and you said YES! Now it's time to start wedding planning!

Many new brides are unsure of wha to expect, this is new territory after all. Once you have your wedding venue and date set, it's time to start thinking about your wedding dress. Here are our top tips for shopping for your wedding dress to make the most out of your experience.

Schedule an appointment

At one of our scheduled bridal appointments, you will get a personal Bridal Consultant that can help you find your dream dress!

Give yourself time

The rumors are true! Designer bridal gowns do take about 4-6 months to arrive once ordered so make sure that you are not leaving it to the last minute.

Set a budget

Make sure that you know how much you are comfortable spending because you don’t want to fall in love with a gown that you can’t afford! We always work to be respectful of your budget because it is about finding the dress that is the best for YOU and that includes the price tag. Don't forget to factor in additional costs such as alterations or shipping out of state.

Get to know your bridal style

Don’t be afraid to look in bridal magazines or browse Pinterest for dresses that you love. This will give you an idea of what you might be interested in! Be open minded - a lot of brides end up falling in love with something completely opposite of wha they originally envisioned!

Who to bring?

Anyone that is going to love and support you through the process. Valuing their opinion is a plus as well! Although we do always welcome larger parties, we recommend bringing 2 or 3 close friends or family members. Anything more than that can get overwhelming.

Bring your inspiration

We love to see photos and Pins of styles that you love so bring ‘em!

Don't over think it

We have a saying here, "Finding your wedding dress is like finding your fiance...when you find the one stop looking!" It is so easy to say you want to look at just one more store, but honestly, it gets overwhelming and it will take away from the feeling of finding "the one."

Relax

Shopping for your wedding dress is supposed to be fun so relax and enjoy it!

Now it's time to set up your appointment so you can say YES to your dress!

To set up your personal bridal appointment at Amour Bridal give us a call at 512-596-5683 or book online! We look forward to working with you and helping you find the perfect dress!

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