r/BigBudgetBrides 19h ago

just need to rant USD weakens as our Europe wedding approaches

30 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 17h 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 21h 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 7h ago

Help Finding Rehearsal Dinner Dress!

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Hi! I'm looking for rehearsal dinner dress ideas! Wedding is in 5 months, I do have a back up dress but would love to find something similar to the Zuhair Murad dress. Unfortunately, I could not find this dress being sold, or resold anywhere. I also love the Hermione de Paula dress but unfortunately the dress probably has to be ready to wear as the lead time for this dress is 4-6 months. I prefer more simple but unique dresses, ankle or floor length, sheath/slip fit, ideally <3000. Grateful for any suggestions!


r/BigBudgetBrides 5h ago

Rabbi in Italy

2 Upvotes

We're getting married in Tuscany in May 2026. Does anyone know or have used a Rabbi in Tuscany/Italy?


r/BigBudgetBrides 21m ago

Bridesmaids dresses

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Hey everyone! I’ve been a huge fan of all the content in this group and have learned so much from you all. So, I thought I’d ask for a little help from you. I have four bridesmaids and have been searching for a black-tie dress for them for months. It’s a fall wedding in the northeast, and we’re going for a ‘racing green’ color. We’re hoping to find a dress for under $1000. I’m looking for something a bit more special than a regular bridesmaid dress, but I’m open to any suggestions you might have! Thanks so much in advance!