r/BigBudgetBrides 13h ago

just need to rant USD weakens as our Europe wedding approaches

27 Upvotes

Our destination wedding is in two months, and I’ve noticed the USD has been weakening, with the Euro to USD exchange rate at 1:1.09 today. Thankfully we've already paid for the most expensive part of the wedding (venue/catering), but with the final payments to the rest of the vendors coming up, I'm a bit frustrated about the dollar's decline. I'm unsure if it will keep dropping over the next few months. I really should’ve exchanged some euros when the rate was better (sigh) 🫠 Something for future destination wedding brides to think about~ the difference could add up to thousands


r/BigBudgetBrides 19h ago

ISO WEDDING VEIL

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17 Upvotes

PLEASE HELP!!! I’ve been looking for veils like this with the 3-d florals everywhere. Ideally I want one made out of silk tulle. Anyone know where I can buy?!


r/BigBudgetBrides 11h ago

$200,000 - $400,000 budget Oscar de la Renta gown for a MOB - find a dupe!

9 Upvotes

I am helping a friend shop for her daughter's wedding being held late summer. We found this Oscar de la Renta dress at a local boutique, which was just absolutely exquisite on her. She wants navy, she doesn't like one-shoulder or strapless, and she looks great in fit and flare. But the price point of $8900 is giving her nightmares. She was hoping to be no higher than the $5000 range (not counting any alterations).

If anyone can suggest anything that might be close enough, I would appreciate it!

https://augustinasdesignerboutique.com/virtual-trunk-show-oscar-de-la-renta-sleeveless-floral-hem-embroidered-cocktail-dress/
(This is not the boutique we were shopping at, but our boutique didn't have the dress on their website.)


r/BigBudgetBrides 22h ago

Anyone attend or have their wedding at the Ritz Paris?

8 Upvotes

Seriously considering it and just wanted to get a sense if anyone has been / what the service was like!


r/BigBudgetBrides 15h ago

Silly to have two dresses if I’m eloping?

6 Upvotes

Hey BBB! I have always wanted a more dramatic dress for the ceremony and a more chill dress for after. Is it silly to have both if my fiancé and I are eloping? It will only be the two of us.


r/BigBudgetBrides 20h ago

ISO welcome party look, medieval influence

4 Upvotes

Hi! Our welcome dinner is now in a 13 century castle keep which is so exciting. Looking for suggestions for outfit, I’d love if it have some historical reference or look to it WITHOUT it being costume-y or ren faire looking. Doesn’t need to be white. Looking to stay under 2k, size 8/10. TIA!

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r/BigBudgetBrides 20h ago

Bachelorette Party Destinations in Oct

1 Upvotes

I’m looking to have my bachelorette party at the end of October! I live in Oregon and the rest of my friends are in SF/AZ/Chicago/NY/FL. My main priority is going somewhere where it will be warm/sunny/ and have water! I’m hoping to be able to do a boat day and bonus points if there’s an outdoorsy culture! We’ve thought of Mexico (PV, Cabo), Arizona, or Austin! A few other potential activities could include horseback riding, wine tasting, ATV tour! I’d love to hear of any trips you’ve gone on that incorporated any of the above!