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I can’t believe I’m writing an Under the Radar post about Bibiluxe, but I’m writing an Under the Radar post about Bibiluxe.
Why? For one, I’ve seen their beautiful, recognizable-on-sight dresses and robes all over the internet. Mega babe influencer’s influencer Officially Quigley has modeled one of their pieces. And although they’ve got over 4000 sales on Etsy, they only have a few more Instagram followers than sales—which makes me feel like their customers *love* them, but they don’t have nearly enough other admirers for how amazing their pieces are. (Especially considering that all of their pieces can be custom made to your size—plus size brides rejoice! And a lot of plus size brides are featured on their IG feed, so make sure to check it out.)
Let’s drool together over some of these dresses:
This is under $400. Under $400.
Um, HELLO. Fringe sleeves and on the dress body both makes this so…luxe ;););) sorry couldn’t help myself
And this ~sheer~ delight (full of wordplay today, forgive me):
So let’s review: beautiful dresses (and kaftans and robes)? Check. Affordable? Check. Size inclusive? You betcha.
Babes, I want Bibiluxe to have the thousands more followers and the blue check they deserve. And I want plus size brides especially to know there’s an affordable option out there for stunning boho dresses made with care.
Did you already know about Bibiluxe? Love their pieces? Let me know in comments!
If you’ve read FBNW for a while, you know I *adore* Reclamation Design Company! Designer Trista’s gowns are breathtaking, one of a kind, size flexible works of magic. I feel so lucky that I wore one of her gowns down the aisle for my wedding in September. (You can read about it in my previous post!)
My gown gives the reclaimed vintage lace it’s made of new life. I don’t want it to gather dust again now that my wedding has come and gone.
So today, I’m announcing Fly By Night Rental!
If you have an upcoming maternity, family, or engagement shoot and want to bring out your inner goddess–or you’re a photographer who wants to give clients something beautiful and unique to wear for a session or styled shoot–this dress is *it.* It fits sizes small through XXL, including moms-to-be.
In fact, my dress’ first shoot post-wedding was for my dear friend Blake at eight months pregnant with her beautiful baby boy! She kindly let me do her makeup, put on my dress, and modeled to utter perfection:
And PS: if you live in the Austin area, not only can I deliver the dress right to your house, but you can also rent *this:*
This is no zip tie crown! Each one of those wooden spikes are hand-drilled into the headband and further secured by the wrapped gold fabric. This is a legit crown from Batcakes Couture and it’s one of the most sturdy-yet-flexible and comfortable accessories I’ve ever owned. (You can see me wearing it in my previous post.)
So if you wanna rent this dress and/or crown for an upcoming personal or creative/professional photoshoot, hit me up! Can’t wait to hear from you. 🙂
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Happy holidays, everybody! Not only does this time of year come with hot cocoa, cozy sweaters, and (hopefully!) time to relax indoors away from the cold, but also ~really, really good~ wedding dress deals. This post includes normal price affordable dresses *and* some sweet sale items that won’t be around long, so make note of your favorites ASAP!
So let’s dig in!
1. ASOS – Open Back + Floral Embroidery Wedding Dress
Honestly, just click the link and watch the dress video on ASOS, because it moves *so* beautifully! And does not look like a dress that only costs $285. Like, really.
2. ASOS – Jarlo Petite Allover Lace Maxi
Allover lace plus a bustier bodice equals a sexy-yet-refined bridal look that’s a touch boho, a hint of pinup, and overall flirty and modern. This dress is only $261!
3. Lulus – Glam Cream Beaded Fringe Maxi Dress
Got a New Year’s elopement and looking for just the right outfit? Beaded cape fringe makes this flapper dress feel current, fun, and offbeat without getting costume-y. This dress is $238.
4. Lulus – Medusa White Lace Strapless Maxi Dress
This gown includes an on trend tulle maxi overskirt for an easy ceremony to reception transition. That’s two wedding looks for only $371!
5. BHLDN – Adelaide Gown
ALERT: big BHLDN markdown! This bell-sleeved beauty is now only $499–a big drop from $1,395. Currently all sizes from 00-16 are available, but with BHLDN’s current sale I doubt that will last for long!
6. BHLDN – Marston Gown
ALERT AGAIN: another big BHLDN markdown! This gorgeous high neck, allover lace gown was originally $1,695 and is now only $499! Most sizes between 00-18 are still available, but if you’re crushing on this dress I’d buy it ASAP.
7. Dame and Maiden – Vintage Lace Halter Wedding Dress
A vintage lace, made-to-order in your size wedding dress for only $485? You’re not dreaming. (Dame and Maiden has a lot of other stunning vintage lace dresses to drool over, too.)
8. BHLDN – Sinclair Dress
I love the whimsical beaded sleeves of this dress! This elegant boho gown is only $350.
9. BlushFashion – Three-Quarter Lace Sleeve Plus Size Wedding Dress
This dress can be made up to a size 4XL and is only $250! BlushFashion gets rave reviews for how comfortable, high quality, and well-fitting their dresses are, so this price tag seems like a steal.
10. BHLDN – Carmen Dress
This flowy yet structured gown looks like what an ancient Greek goddess would wear for her modern wedding! Available in every size from 0-18 and only $325.
11. BlushFashion – Flutter Sleeve Lace Wedding Dress
This delicate, ethereal dress is available in an XS-XL for $330, and for $379 can be custom made in any size. I *adore* the short flutter sleeve accent on the fitted long sleeve!
12. BHLDN – Montreal Dress
This ultra sleek, modern halter gown is only $220 and currently available in every size from 0-16.
13. BHLDN – Andres Gown
ALERT: this BHLDN markdown is a total steal at only $499–down from an original price of $1500! Sizes left are limited, so snap this up quick if it’s on your radar.
14. Saldana Vintage – Festival Fringe Gown
Edgy, rock’n’roll gowns are some of my absolute favorites! But with their intricate design elements–fringe, tassels, carefully placed intricate laces, etc.–they often carry a heavy price tag. This free-spirited dress can be made in US size 2-16, or custom-sized, for only $350!
Are there other wedding dress steals happening right now people should know about? Spill in the comments! Plus, if you’re looking for accessories to finish your look check out FBNW’s list of boho headpieces and hair accessories!
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This edition of Under the Radar features maybe the first wedding dress designer I ever swooned over: Fable Dresses!
Fable Dresses’ Etsy says they’ve only been operating since 2017. But I swear I remember seeing owner and designer Jada’s dresses floating around the internet years before that and was in *love.*
I mean, just look at the incredible embroidery on this wedding dress bodice:
UGH. So delicate and pretty! All of Fable’s creations are hand embroidered and handmade from recycled materials. I just want to flit through the forest talking to birds and squirrels a la Snow White in one of these gowns. (A girl can dream, right?)
Fable Dresses offers affordable and eco friendly options for brides who want color and whimsy in their wedding outfit without spending a fortune. All of their dress options are less than $1,000. And this dress (with hand-embroidered butterflies on the shoulders!) is only $250!
Plus, you can get an embroidered ring pillow to match your look for an all-around magical ceremony:
Fable also offers belts with crystals, beads, and other glimmery baubles to accessorize their magical dresses! Which are also versatile enough to match your own mystical outfits. Personally, I think they’d make great festival wear!
So get over to Fable’s Etsy now, because all pieces are one of a kind! You don’t want to miss out on something magical.
Do you know a designer I should feature in an Under the Radar post? Let me know in the comments! (And if you want to see more magical dresses, check out these glittery, shimmery wedding gowns.)
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One of the reasons I started Fly By Night Wedding is because I believe *everyone* who gets married deserves the beautiful, meaningful wedding day they dream of–including people who are on a tight budget.
I *love* writing these posts as a resource for brides on a budget to quickly know that yes, there *are* dress options out there that are stylish and beautiful. Getting real about money and budgets in the wedding industry still carries a lot of stigma. But we’re in 2019 and no one should be embarrassed to celebrate their love because they can’t afford a costly wedding–especially when so many young people are carrying significant debt and unable to find jobs that pay a fair wage. If anything, getting to celebrate love in the face of these challenges is something couples on tight incomes especially deserve.
So, here are seven beautiful boho wedding dresses under $100 for every bride on a budget who deserves to feel beautiful on her wedding day:
1. One Loved Babe – Lace Bohemian Maxi in White
This lace boho maxi is beautiful! Pair with a flower crown and simple yet bold statement necklace for a stunning boho wedding look fit for your backyard celebration or intimate elopement. This lace bohemian maxi is only $60!
2. Pretty Little Thing – White Sequin Cape Detail Maxi Dress
This slinky dress oozes boho glamour! And at $56, it’s affordable for just about every bride.
3. ASOS Edition – Wedding Maxi Dress with Flutter Sleeve
What a simple yet regal dress! The high neck and flutter sleeves look utterly dignified yet relaxed. At $75.50, this dress is a bargain.
4. Morning Lavender – Ellen Beige Floral Tulle Maxi Dress
I love the light botanical touches of green in the floral pattern of this dress! It’s unique but able to be easily styled for either a boho wedding or a more classic look. Plus, it can be worn with straps or strapless! The Ellen Beige maxi dress is $82.99.
5. Morning Lavender – Cora Blush Floral Maxi Dress
Another Morning Lavender dress! The white floral lace overlay on blush lining is a very trendy, contemporary look and at $80.99, super affordable.
6. ASOS Edition – Delicate Lace Wedding Dress
This elegant yet casual dress is perfect for any boho wedding! Also, did I mention it only costs $57?
For the bride who wants a simple and comfortable yet beautiful wedding look, the Evermore dress’ pockets, elastic waistband, and delicate neck and chest embroidery is the perfect fit. The Evermore is only $49.99.
The beaded and scalloped hem top of the Ember dress is truly gorgeous! I honestly can’t believe this dress is only $92. Get this dress now while you still can!
9. Nee See’s Boutique – Prima Ballerina Gown
Pair this sequined top dress with simple pearl earrings and a dried bouquet for a blush boho glam bridal look! The Prima Ballerina gown is $79.99.
10. ASOS Edition – Satin Fringe Wrap Wedding Dress
Normally satin dresses are about as far away from a boho aesthetic as you can get, but the relaxed wrap silhouette and dramatic fringe of this dress make it both super casual and boho edgy! Pair with a white blossom and sage green flower crown for a striking, back to basics boho look. The satin fringe wrap dress is $95.
11. ASOS Edition – Little Mistress Maternity Maxi Dress
For brides who are expecting, this is a darling boho gown at an incredible price! The Little Mistress maxi dress costs only $38.50.
Have you found other awesome boho wedding dresses under $100? Let me know in the comments! Also, don’t forget to sign up to get my FREE exclusive “Four Places You Aren’t Shopping For Affordable Wedding Dresses (But Should)” Guide!
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Looking for a splash of unexpected color on your wedding day? These nine colorful boho wedding dresses are exuberant, bold, and festive–and perfect for brides with personalities to match!
Check out these colorful boho wedding dresses and find your unconventional wedding day look!
1. Lovely Bride – Palermo Dress
Covered in a stunning appliqué of muted blue flowers, this dress has a mystic yet modern, clean boho look. The Palermo dress is $4001.
2. Lucy Can’t Dance – Moonage Daydream
I love all of Lucy Can’t Dance’s retro-futuristic boho looks, and this pastel space queen dress is one of my favorites! The Moonage Daydream Dress adds two touches of light color with its reverse light gray dip dye skirt and iridescent sequin top. The Moonage Daydream is made to your measurements for $3,118.92.
3. Lucy Can’t Dance – Ground Control Dress
I just *had* to include another dress from Lucy Can’t Dance! The pale blue dip dye and geometric sleeves make this dress both offbeat yet fitting for many different boho wedding aesthetics. The Ground Control Dress is made to your measurements at $2,438.43.
4. Wardrobe by Dulcinea – Aurora Dress
This utterly ethereal dress is named after the northern lights the colors of its dip dye skirt bring to mind. Pair with a silver starry crown for a breathtaking celestial wedding look. The Aurora dress is $865.
5. Rue de Seine – Aegean Dres in Indigo
You’ll look like a princess from a faraway land in this dress! This gown’s dip dye tassels and lush blue and pale pink floral fabric are jaw-droppingly beautiful. The Aegean gown in indigo is $3,475.
6. Dame and Maiden – Pastel Lace Wedding Dress
The painted lace of this dress is unlike anything I’ve ever seen–the bold pastels, dip dye fringe armbands, and split front come together into an incredible boho gown.The warm, vibrant colors have me fantasizing about a summer solstice festival wedding! This dress is $1,795.
7. Dame and Maiden – Pastel Lace Wedding Dress with Fringe Sleeves
This. Dress. UGH. So vibrant, sunny, and festive, this dress is perfect for brides throwing weddings full of joy and color. That yellow to lavender ombré fringe is to *die* for! This dress’ price tag is $1,875.
What other colorful boho dresses have *you* found that brides would love? Let me know in the comments! Also, don’t forget to sign up to get my FREE exclusive “Four Places You Aren’t Shopping For Affordable Wedding Dresses (But Should)” Guide!
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You can breathe a sign of relief–yes, there are beautiful boho wedding dresses under $500!
Finding your wedding dress can and should be one of the most fun parts of planning your wedding! But it’s totally normal for dress shopping to feel stressful, too–especially if you don’t have much money to find *The Dress* that you’re supposed to fall head over heels for the same way you did for the person you’re marrying. Aren’t society’s wildly high expectations just great for anxiety?f
Thankfully, there *are* beautiful gowns that can be had at a pretty reasonable price. I’ve gathered eleven gorgeous boho wedding dresses under $500 here for budget savvy brides who want (and deserve!) to feel stunning on their big day:
This. Dress! The Topaz gown is an elegant yet earthy boho gown that does not look like it should cost only $363–but only costs $363!
2. Jen’s Pirate Booty – Prophecy Lapis Maxi Dress
If you’re going for a boho glam look, this dress is *it!* Just as fitting for a desert elopement as a hippie chic beach wedding, this dress is $436.
3. Jen’s Pirate Booty – Blue Gate Hyacinth Gown
Yes, another Jen’s Pirate Booty gown, because they’re too gorgeous not to share! Although unlined in photos, this dress does come with a removable slip–and is only $308.
4. Jen’s Pirate Booty – Swan Song Maxi Dress
Last Jen’s Pirate Booty dress, I swear! The nearly floor-length sleeves in bold lace and backless silhouette of this dress make it a showstopper. The Swan Song dress is $363.
5. Asos EDITION – Nouveau Embroidered Wedding Dress
The bold, swirled illusion lace on this dress is absolutely gorgeous! At only $237, this beautiful gown is a solid steal.
6. BHLDN – Lilac Gown
This boho dream of a dress is on sale for only $450! Although the wrap pictured appears to be sold out, pair this dress with the BHLDN Palmer Cape at $190 for an incredible wedding look totaling under $700!
7. Saldana Vintage – Raquel Dress
Go total flower child with this crocheted caftan dress! This dress includes an adjustable waistband and adjustable back tie, so you can achieve that flowy hippie goddess look and still have fit. This dress from Saldana Vintage’s plus size bridal collection is $498.
8. Free People – Melly Dress
Easy and idyllic, the Melly dress is perfect for the bride who wants understated, idyllic beauty for her wedding day. The Melly dress is $389.
9. Joyfolie – Dawn Dress
This simple, romantic dress would be perfect with a lush flower crown and wild, voluminous bouquet. The Dawn dress is super affordable at $118!
10. Fillyboo – Cleo Duster
This stunning duster is a true flower child bride’s dress, with beautiful keyhole lace, tassel-tied waist, and those billowy sleeves. Plus, this can be worn after your wedding day unbuttoned to the hips or waist with embroidered bell bottoms for major 70s vibes! The Cleo Duster is $360.
11. Fillyboo – Daisy Chain Reaction Dress
If you’re looking for a beige or champagne dress option, look no further than this positively witchy, mystic dress! The illusion lace and starry symmetrical embroidery of this dress make it a real standout. The Daisy Chain Reaction Dress is $490.
Let me know if you come across any more boho wedding dress steals in the comments! Plus, if you’re looking for accessories to finish your look check out FBNW’s list of boho headpieces and hair accessories!
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More and more brides are ditching traditional wedding dress styles in favor of free-spirited, nontraditional boho wedding dresses. The shift away from stuffy, uncomfortable styles from big bridal chains toward designers and labels with unique aesthetic vision and greater focus on the bride’s comfort is an overdue one I’m happy is here!
But many of these labels still design like brides above a street size 12 don’t exist (some of them barely even do that) and carry only hefty price points. For a curvy bride on a budget–aka, *many* brides–finding beautiful plus size boho wedding dresses can be a needle in haystack type of situation.
I’ve put together a list of six beautiful plus size boho wedding dresses for curvy brides that are all under $2000–some much less than that–who want to feel beautiful without spending an arm and a leg on a wedding dress:
1. Reclamation – She’s More Than Magic Dress
There’s not one dress from Reclamation that doesn’t make my heart flutter and this is no exception! I’m featuring this specific dress since the real bride featured in the product photos is plus size, but every single Reclamation dress is a) less than $2000 and b) made to your measurements. Plus, free shipping to the U.S. from Victoria, Canada where Reclamation is based. The She’s More Than Magic Dress costs $1,168.04
2. Saldana Vintage – Lucia Dress
The Lucia is made from authentic vintage lace, to your measurements, and is only $848. Yep, custom sizing is included in that price. This is actually Saldana Vintage’s most expensive plus gown–you can find more of their plus size dresses here.
3. Azazie – Blossom Dress
I love the beautiful scalloped lace and armbands of this dress! It’s simple yet ethereal, just as perfect for a trendy desert elopement as for a festive, outdoor woodland celebration. At $399–which includes custom sizing–the price is hard to beat.
4. WToo – Vayentha Dress
For a clean, modern boho look–think seaside wedding in Greece–the Vayentha is the dress for you! The criss-crossing geometric patterns add visual interest to the simple, striking silhouette. The Vayentha’s price ranges from $1,489.25 to $1,817.
5) Eloquii – Lace Evening Dress with Pleated Skirt
This dress exemplifies a very Pinterest popular style of wedding dress with geometric-patterned lace bodices and pleated skirts. It’s a great wedding dress, engagement session dress, or rehearsal dinner dress and at $169.90? What a steal.
6) Timjan Design – Long Empress Dress
Although I couldn’t find a photo of a plus size bride in this dress, I *had* to include because it’s both so beautiful and so affordable! Timjan Design makes this dress in up to a size 22 (sold out with a waitlist for sizes above a 22) for only $139.44. You can get the dress custom made to your size for only $154.04. Reviews of the dress are glowing, including from one customer who wore a plus size of the Long Empress Dress for her wedding.
Let me know if you come across any more boho wedding dress steals in the comments! Plus, if you’re looking for accessories to finish your look check out FBNW’s list of boho headpieces and hair accessories!
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Boho wedding dresses grew enormously popular in the last few years, and no wonder! They’re a daring, modern, laid back breath of fresh air in bridal style. But finding boho gowns that are trendy, chic, *and* affordable can be a real challenge.
Below are ten beautiful boho wedding dresses under $1500 for budget-conscious brides who want to rock the boho look on their big day:
1. Kite and Butterfly – Passionflower Dress
For boho brides who want to wear white with a pop of color, the vibrant Passionflower Dress is a great choice! I adore this floral print. (I actually own a dress with a very similar floral print on white that I love!) The Passionflower is $1250.
2. Dreamers & Lovers – Catherine Wedding Dress with Pockets
You read that right: this dress has pockets! Dreamers & Lovers makes all their dresses to your measurements, so they’re great for plus size brides. (Or anyone whose size doesn’t fit neatly on a standard sizing chart–aka, a *lot* of us). This short sleeve boho gown is beautiful, versatile, and affordable at a $1,095 – $1,394 price range.
3. Dreamers & Lovers – Penelope Stretch Lace Gown
Dreamers & Lovers has too many lovely affordable dresses to not include one more! D&L is known for their sleeved, more modest dresses, but the Penelope’s daring open back deserves a look too! (Plus, that gathered fabric in the back is super flattering for your tush. ;D) The Penelope dress is $1,475.
4. BHLDN – Cascading Lace Gown
The symmetrical lace and illusion back of the Cascading Lace Gown is a feminine and delicate yet unstuffy option for boho brides. The price tag is $1200.
5. Willowby – Dylan Gown
The placement of the Dylan’s festive doily lace, especially on the illusion halter neck, brings joyful movement and bold visual interest to this A-line dress. Price for Dylan ranges from $1,150 to $1,323.
6. Daughters of Simone – Winnie
This romantic gown was inspired by the designer’s mother’s wedding dress. It’s utterly gorgeous yet simple, which is no surprise coming from Daughters of Simone. The Winnie is $1,437.
7. Wear Your Love – Rio Dress
Let’s get real: I freakin’ love this dress! The bold geometric lace, chest cutout, and open back are stunning. It’s perfect for adventurous, creative brides who aren’t afraid to stand out! At $1,280–which includes the dress made to your measurements–this is a bona fide steal.
8. Allure – Hollis Dress
Wild at heart, adventurous brides – this is your dress! The Hollis is made from stretch jersey and lace–aka, it’s comfortable–and is available up to size 30, so it’s a great option for plus size boho brides. The Hollis can be yours for $1,099.
9. Reclamation – She’s More Than Magic Dress
Ok so, I’ve been browsing bridal shops on Etsy for months–maybe years!–at this point, and how Reclamation only popped into my search results a few days ago is mindblowing, because–you see the gown above, right? Incredible. Designer Trista, whose reviews on Etsy are the most genuine, heartfelt, and near-worshipful I’ve ever seen for any bridal label, makes all of Reclamation’s gowns at any size. Plus, She’s More Than Magic is available at a jaw-droppingly reasonable $1,169.50, which includes free shipping to the U.S. from Canada.
10. Reclamation – Magical Wanderer Dress
Reclamation’s dresses are so beautiful, I couldn’t include just one! I can’t get over how mythic and breathtaking this dress is. Reclamation’s rich aesthetic vision, especially for their price points, feels unparalleled in the bridal market. Plus, the gorgeous, majestic sleeves and lush pattern of the Quaker lace are fit for a queen. This is an all around exceptional wedding gown! This dress, made to your measurements and shipped free to the U.S. from Canada, is $1,208.48.
Also, find accessories to complete your look from FBNW’s list of boho hair accessories!
Any other boho wedding dresses under $1,500 you think deserve a spotlight? Let me know in the comments! Also, don’t forget to sign up to get my FREE exclusive “Four Places You Aren’t Shopping For Affordable Wedding Dresses (But Should)” Guide!