Your wedding day is one of the most beautiful, special days in your life. Your love and commitment make it so, as well as the dreaming, planning, and spending that occur months before the big day. How much you budget and spend can be tricky to navigate. The wedding market is a multi-billion dollar industry that pressures many brides-to-be to spend more than they have and more than they can afford. White dresses considered “wedding” dresses are marked up an estimated 3.9 times more than their non-bridal counterparts simply because it is viewed as a “wedding” dress. This extreme mark-up does not always mean the wedding gown is of better quality or fit; it only means that the word “wedding” is attached.
At White Elegance, we firmly believe that all brides should have the opportunity to look radiant on their wedding day without going into debt or overspending on their budget. We avoid all mark-ups and pass the cost savings on to you. Yet, affordable does not have to mean cheap. At White Elegance, it means honesty and quality, affordable wedding dresses in Utah and across the globe.
The average cost of bridal gowns in Utah, including LDS modest wedding dresses, is $1,000. White Elegance modest wedding dresses average $100. It is possible to find affordable, modest wedding dresses and not break the bank for your special day.
What to Look for When Shopping for Affordable Wedding Dresses
There are three things to keep in mind when shopping for LDS affordable wedding dresses. Make sure your dress is:
- High quality
- Fit for the temple
- Flattering to you
High Quality
You do not have to sacrifice quality for a lower-priced dress. Make sure your gown is fully lined and made of high-quality, wrinkle-resistant fabrics. Look for a dress that emphasizes quality from production to completion. At White Elegance, we search worldwide for the best materials and manufacture most of our products in the USA to better maintain a high-quality standard. Each bridal gown is fully lined and thoughtfully created for a flattering, graceful look.
Fit for the Temple
Due to White Elegance’s thoughtful designs and modest bridal attire, you can continue to wear your wedding dress as a temple dress on later visits to the temple. Doing so saves you money and stands as a special reminder of your wedding day. It can be stressful to have to modify an existing dress to be temple-ready or to purchase an additional dress to wear in the temple and change after the ceremony.
Flattering to You
You should feel comfortable and radiant in your beautiful dress. The dress you choose should have a size that perfectly fits your body and makes you stand out as the beautiful bride. Avoid dresses where you constantly tug or pull at areas that make you uncomfortable or irritate you. You have your entire wedding day to enjoy!
Our Current Favorites: Affordable LDS Wedding Dresses
At White Elegance, we have a great selection of classy wedding dresses with sleeves with prices ranging from $66.99 to $129.99. Every dress comes in a range of sizes with beautiful detailing and a simple design that allows you to add your creativity and touch without breaking your budget.
A Simple Affair
This dress is currently on sale and is our most affordable short-sleeve wedding dress. With intricate lace detailing around the sleeves and base, this dress offers you a beautiful and simple canvas to make your own. It comes in a range of sizes, from XXS to 3-XL, and two bonus pockets.
Venice Bridal
Our Venice Bridal dress is a fully-lined, all-stretch long-sleeve lace dress with an attractive silhouette for many shapes and sizes. The empire waist is trimmed with satin piping and has two hidden side pockets. You can easily accentuate the dress with beading, pearls, or rhinestones or leave it simply elegant. Sizes range from XXS to XXL and are available in petite, regular, and tall sizes.
Springville Bridal
This dress is one of the most elegant and affordable modest plus-size wedding dresses on the market. It is made of delicate lace and has a classic, sleek v-neckline, flowing skirt, and easily-altered sleeves. Our Springville Bridal dress is our most affordable long-sleeve dress and is easily a quarter of the price of other contemporary dresses. Sizes range from XXS to 3-XL.
Holland Bridal
Our timeless Holland Bridal dress offers the most coverage in our dress selection and is designed with a high neckline and long sleeves. It is all lace, with a fitted look through the bodice and waist and an a-line skirt. This dress creates a regal, elongated look for the bride-to-be. Sizes range from XXS to 3-XL.
Save vs. Splurge: Make the Most of Your Wedding Day Budget
When you choose White Elegance, you choose the most affordable wedding dress on the market that you can wear over and over again in the temple. You choose to save hundreds to thousands of dollars, which can then be saved or put towards other essential details for your wedding day. As you plan your special day, you will likely come across dozens of meaningful areas and pieces you could spend money on, such as photography, floral arrangements, video, and more. When you save on a dress, you have more to spend on these exceptional essentials. You can better create the day that will be most memorable for your wedding guests and you — the happy couple.
Find Affordable LDS Wedding Dresses in Utah and World-Wide at White Elegance
White Elegance is a bridal shop dedicated to providing high-quality, budget-friendly bridal gowns for many brides-to-be. If you wish to look your best on your wedding day without breaking the bank, shop our collection of modest, affordable wedding dresses today! We have Utah shops located in Murray, Orem, and Centerville. We are also an established online retailer and offer free shipping for your orders in the U.S. and ship across the globe.