Buy the sample off the rack. The dress might be from last season, but if you like it, so what? Visit a wedding outlet store to find your dress. Outlet stores also have bridesmaids dresses at a reduced price.
-- morgan1

After searching to find some fabulous shoes to go with my stunning dress, I was heartbroken. Everything was either "blah" or way out of my price range. A dear friend loaned me her shoes.
-- jlbarri

Shop for your wedding dress on the Internet. I went to a bridal shop and tried some on to make sure of the style I wanted. Mine was $260 including shipping.-- jackie711

I didn't have my hair or makeup professionally done. I had people help me and just spent a little more time on it.
-- jackie711

We found our bridesmaids dresses at a department store. Only $35 each. My sister has already worn hers twice since October. This probably only works for less formal weddings.-- jackie711