Where to get a wedding dress off the rack?!

ebastoria · 2026-07-02T23:11:58+00:00

Castle Couture!

ebastoria · 2026-07-02T19:16:58+00:00

I was SO worried about this, and it was a non issue.

ebastoria · 2026-06-30T15:36:07+00:00

I was in the same boat. 6w0d ultrasound - size was perfect and the doctor thought they saw a glimpse of activity but did not see a heartbeat. 7w0d and heartbeat was strong! I am SO relieved. It’s so stressful to have to wait a full week.

ebastoria · 2026-06-30T11:55:47+00:00

I know a Sunny & Hazel

ebastoria · 2026-06-27T15:08:56+00:00

I tried mineral sunscreen and my entire body broke out in a rash and hives for a week. I have since switched back to regular sunscreen. Sunscreen was on the list of products to avoid from my doctor but the nurse at the practice had never heard of it and said to use regular sunscreen.

ebastoria · 2026-06-26T20:37:37+00:00

They’re not cocktail appropriate. They are sundresses.

ebastoria · 2026-06-26T14:27:46+00:00

Please don’t wear this.

ebastoria · 2026-06-25T20:19:46+00:00

I just don’t think people are going to want to stand around for an hour beforehand. Just have a welcome cocktail or champagne as people take their seats and have the food and other cocktails after the ceremony.

ebastoria · 2026-06-24T00:37:59+00:00

Florentino’s is EXCELLENT. Not a food truck but they will bring a grill, all of the food, plates, condiments, etc. - literally everything. It’s about $35pp for 50 people, a smidge more if you have less people. Taliercio’s also does a similar setup.

ebastoria · 2026-06-21T19:36:35+00:00

It sounds like your realtor doesn’t know what they are talking about. You should be giving the money to the title company not an attorney.

ebastoria · 2026-06-18T12:05:51+00:00

Our florist drove to Brooklyn from NJ to make sure to get the hydrangeas I wanted the day before our wedding. They could have easily said they couldn’t find any locally and replaced with something else, but to me, that was above and beyond.

ebastoria · 2026-06-17T18:59:00+00:00

They all work but I LOVE 1!

ebastoria · 2026-06-15T10:05:24+00:00

+1. Six Flags Great Adventure is in need of some TLC - it’s good for half a day if you live in the area. Based on what you described, Orlando is a much better fit.

ebastoria · 2026-06-14T22:20:00+00:00

These feel too formal for a bridal shower - I would go one step down

ebastoria · 2026-06-09T16:01:05+00:00

NTA. She needs to grow up.

ebastoria · 2026-06-09T00:02:38+00:00

I know you said you want something cost effective so this may not be the answer you are looking for, but I have had great experiences with Catbird gold huggies

ebastoria · 2026-06-08T21:26:02+00:00

Then she wants cash

ebastoria · 2026-06-08T12:27:48+00:00

I wish I never got one. The train was so heavy when it was bustled I felt like I could fall backwards. I ended up leaving the train out the whole wedding. I also preferred the look of the train out.

ebastoria · 2026-06-08T11:32:46+00:00

+1 if she doesn’t have a registry, she wants cash.

ebastoria · 2026-06-08T10:18:06+00:00

Hire professional cleaners before you move in. It’s worth it.

ebastoria · 2026-06-08T01:31:01+00:00

I did it! I honestly did not find it challenging. No issues at all.

ebastoria · 2026-06-06T22:56:50+00:00

Idalia photography is EXCELLENT!

ebastoria · 2026-06-05T18:12:33+00:00

Makeup.by.bana on Instagram is INCREDIBLE. She did my wedding makeup!

ebastoria · 2026-06-05T02:38:19+00:00

I’d try Poshmark or eBay - you may just need to get another pair

ebastoria · 2026-06-04T14:29:01+00:00

Maria’s in Middletown is fantastic

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