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Celebrity Inspired Wedding Gowns (for less!)


Ok, so your favorite celebrity fashion icon wore an amazing dress to their wedding, and you totally want to wear it too! But...it's out of your budget. Or unavailable to the public. Here are alternatives to some of the most talked about celebrity wedding gowns of the past few years. Cause we can't all get a custom couture dress, right??

Reese Witherspoon

 Actual Dress: Monique Lhuillier (Custom)

This dress was probably upwards of $10,000US. It was custom created for Reese, therefore it cannot be purchased. Here are some alternatives!














                                                         

                                     
Same Designer: Love Reese's look? Try "Candy" by Monique Lhuillier. The blush color and slightly fitted skirt mimics Reese's feminine, ethereal look. Try it with a dark pink satin ribbon as a belt! (Retail: Around $7,000US). Monique makes many gowns in this gorgeous blush color, love this trend!










                                                   Alternative: This gorgeous blush dress features similar beading to Monique's "Candy". This dress is called "Soledad" and is made by Watters. 
This dress retails for about $4,000US.


















Kate Middleton (Duchess of Cambridge)

















Actual Dress: Kate Middleton's custom Alexander McQueen dress was the wedding fashion obsession of the year!! However, the $350,000 price of this gown isn't in every bride's budget. But you can still be a princess for the day!!










 Available Inspiration: Monique Lhuillier's "Catherine" was actually inspired by the Duchess of Cambridge herself. The lace sleeves and chest coverage make this dress a timeless classic. Perfect for a church wedding. This dress retails at about $10,000US.












Within your budget: This dress is by Mikaella and is a gorgeous trumpet silhouette with a sweetheart neckline and lace sleeves. This is style #1808 and retails for about $2,000US.
















Gwen Stefani 

Actual Dress: The look of Gwen Stefani's dip dyed/ombre gown had heads turning! Perfect for the girl who wants something shocking and unique! Gwen's dress is a one of a kind Christian Dior dress designed by John Galliano. 













 
Available Alternative:  Get the same ombre/ dip 
dyed look with "Laurel" by Modern Trousseau!
This dress retails for around $4,000(US) and 
is a fun way to add some color! Modern Trousseau 
also makes other ombre dresses in different styles!

It may be risky, but you could always buy an all 
white gown and have it dip dyed! Make sure you find
someone who is experienced in dip-dying high end
clothing - you wouldn't want your dress ruined!!








Fergie


 Actual Dress: Leave it to the sultry songstress to wear something sexy, yet classic and beautiful. This custom Dolce and Gabbana gown is extremely flattering, featuring ruching and a trumpet fit. The floral appliques on the back add some interest and an element of surprise to this simple, stunning gown. But who has Dolce and Gabbana waiting to design their dress for them? 








Alternative: This Bliss by Monique Lhuillier (BL1314) gown features the same ruched organza look that Fergie's did. The scoop neckline and fitted shape is sure to show off your curves in all the right places! Add some detail to the back (pins, brooches, appliques) and you've got a gorgeous replica of Fergie's gown! My accessory recommendation: Paris by Debra Moreland! This gown retails for about $3,000(US).





What other celebs had wedding gowns that you were swooning over? I'd be more than happy to help you find an affordable alternative! 
Comment any suggestions

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