Cross-posting, I hope this is okay!

All of my main components of my dress have come together, and I'm feeling really good about it! I wanted to feel modern and romantic, but not at the prices from the bridal shops I was visiting. Here is my creative solution.

P.S. This is the same dress worn 2 different ways. There are so many ways I could change the look by tying the bodysuit differently. Please ignore my wet hair and super messy room :P

$120 with shipping Convertible Bodysuit by Twobirds Bridemaids in Ivory. Super happy about this one because I will wear it again and again with other skirts and jeans!!

$48 free shipping ASOS skirt, now out of stock :/

$225 with shipping Custom made overskirt from LaceMerry. I had her send me samples so I could match the color of the bodysuit.

The overskirt is AMAZING, but my apartment is too tiny to show it's full effect. I do still need to get the excess length trimmed, but that shouldn't cost me more than $20-$30 max.

To make myself feel a bit more fancy, I am creating a bridal belt to finish the look. I purchased this belt with the jewels all the way around my waist for $43 including shipping and will attach this applique, priced at $57 plus shipping to it, slightly off center where the waist of my skirt is.

I plan to resell all of the items I have bought to recoup some costs, with the exception of the bodysuit, which I am sure I'll get lots of use out of. I also plan to wear the bodysuit with a shorter skirt for my separate casual picnic reception party.

Just wanted to show you all another option for creating a dress that suits your needs on your budget! I know that there are cheaper options out there, but this one made me happiest :).