The 12 best & cheapest high street wedding dresses – including £27 Shein gown that looks way more expensive & royal dupe
BRIDE YOUR TIME The 12 best & cheapest high street wedding dresses – including £27 Shein gown that looks way more expensive & royal dupe
GETTING married is all fun and games - before you discover you may have to fork out a small fortune on a wedding dress.
As a bride-to-be already sweating at the price of canapes and flowers for my big day, I decided to turn to the high street for my bridal gown - and LOVED what I discovered.
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Forget spending thousands on your wedding dress, this Shein gown cost just £27 at the time of buying
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On average, brides in the UK spend between £1,300 and £1,500 on their wedding dress, with some designers even charging upwards of £10,000 for their gowns.
Considering I'm going to wear mine for a matter of hours, I challenged myself to see what I could find for under £150.
From Asos and Shein, to Coast and River Island, there were so many stylish options available for brides on a budget.
I even find a host of short ones that looked perfect for a registry office or intimate elopement - many with cute bows on the back.
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Here are some of my tops finds, that would be perfect for any bride to say 'I do' to...
Coast
High Neck Vintage Style Embellished Wedding Dress - £153.30
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I gasped when I took this dress out of the packaging and felt incredible in it
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The dress has 'exquisite hand-stitched embellishments throughout' and an elegant high neck design
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Lace wedding gowns are having a huge moment - just look at what Lauren Sanchez opted for with her bespoke Dolce & Gabbana gown when she married Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos.
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I couldn't resist this absolutely breathtaking High Neck Vintage Style Embellished gown, which came in at just £3 over budget at £153 - but I decided to make an allowance for it.
It was so comfortable to wear and I immediately sent pics to my friends and showed them to stylish train too.
Out of all the high street shops, I found that Coast had one of the biggest wedding dress ranges, and were handily stocked on numerous retailers like Boohoo, Debenhams and John Lewis, so would really recommend having a look.
Coast
Taffeta Bow Back Puff Sleeve Mini Dress - £89.10
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This short Coast dress costs £89.10 and could be perfect for your town hall nuptials
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This taffeta mini dress has a square neckline and 'voluminous puff sleeves adding a touch of drama'
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With many people opting for registry offices for their 'legal ceremonies' or simply they want to save the cash and have a micro wedding (fair!), we are seeming a boom in short wedding dresses.
If following tradition is not top of your priorities list, a long poofy wedding dress doesn't need to be either.
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But that doesn't mean you can't still look 10/10 elegant and *bridal*.
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I loved this puffed sleeve mini dress which cost just £89.10 and was super flattering.
It even had a huge bow on the back which elevated it from 'just' a little white dress...
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Nothing screams bride more than an oversized bow
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This dress is party in the back - and also on the sleeves
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Coast
Puff Sleeve Wrap Bodice Fit And Flare Wedding Dress - £90.30
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This gorgeous dress fulfilled all my puffed sleeve dreams
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If you want to embrace timeless elegance on your special day, this dress ticks all the boxes
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There is even a large bow at the back for a touch of romance
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Ever since Anne of Green Gables drooled over puffed sleeves, I have had a mild obsession with them.
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So continuing the voluminous sleeve fad is this maxi dress which is sure to make a statement and turn heads.
I loved the flattering, wrap bodice, which helped to nip me in at the waist, with the long, romantic skirt cascading out underneath.
If you have a garden wedding or a sweet country parish ceremony, this could be just the dress for you - and at £90.30, you get a lot of puffed sleeve for your money.
ASOS
ASOS DESIGN premium scuba fold over bardot mini dress with sash detail in white - £85
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This bardot mini dress from Asos has a dramatic sash which sets it apart from other minis
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The £85 Asos Design dress is perfect if you are looking for an off-the-shoulder mini
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Back to the minis, and this Asos bardot mini dress was a huge hit - just look at that added sash for a touch of drama.
At £85, it could be the perfect for fashion-forward registry ceremony.
It could also double up as a hen do show-stopper, and comes in sizes four to 18.
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ASOS
ASOS DESIGN long sleeve embroidered mini wedding dress in cream - £102
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This lace dress from Asos oozed glamour while having a modest neckline
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This £102 ASOS DESIGN mini is covered in a gorgeous floral embroidery
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Perhaps you love lace, but want a mini that ticks all the boxes.
I fell in love with this high-necked dress which was adorned with pretty floral detailing.
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There were even teeny tiny beads in the design for added sparkle.
What's not to love?
A special shout out to these incredible shoes which I also picked up from Asos, which were super comfortable and had a bling buckle for some sass.
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These £30 Be Mine Bridal Vennie kitten heeled shoes in ivory were the perfect, elegant wedding shoes and won't break the bank
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OMNES
Santorini Dress in Ivory - £140
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If a satin wedding dress is top on your list, the Santorini Omnes dress is elegant and perfect in heat
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The £140 dress has a fitted silhouette and chic neckline
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The dress has added romance in the form of a satin bow detail at the back
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As soon as I saw this satin, halterneck dress online, I had to try it for myself.
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The £140 Santorini dress by sustainable and ethically conscious women's fashion brand Omnes was even better from behind too - with a sumptuous draped bow and elegant train.
The listing states that "she is perfect for city weddings, engagement parties, honeymoons and all those other moments when a white maxi dress is the order of the day" and I absolutely agree.
Particularly with the recent hot weather, the Santorini dress cool in all meanings of the word.
RIVER ISLAND
White Bow Back Blazer Mini Dress - £40
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I felt 10/10 in this River Island blazer dress could be perfect for a legal ceremony
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For £40 - it could be the wedding dress bargain of the century
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Who says blazers are just for the groom?
This sassy and gorgeous white mini blazer will ensure you are the centre of attention, without needing a huge Cinderella dress.
I felt a million dollars in the blazer dress - which is a bargain £40 right now.
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While the blazer is business in the front, it certainly is party in the back...
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The River Island mini blazer has a huge bow and cut out detailing at the back
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RIVER ISLAND
White Sweetheart Neckline Button Mini Dress - £59
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This River Island mini dress costs £59 and has pretty pearl buttons
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I loved the sleeves and pockets of this high street offering
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River Island are smashing their current offerings, and this includes this second mini from their bridal range.
I loved the sweetheart neckline and pearl button embellishment, which added a touch of glitz to the white dress.
Sometimes, less can be more.
SHEIN
Lace Trailing Wedding Dress - £86.99
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I got my Kate Middleton moment with this £86 Shein replica - that was over 2,900 times cheaper than the royal version
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The dress reminded me of Kate Middleton's iconic lace wedding dress in 2011
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The dress has a breathtaking lace design over the body and train
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When it comes to my wedding dress, my starting point is probably Kate Middleton's iconic bridal lace gown, which will go down in history for its timeless design.
While I may not have a spare £250,000 for her Alexander McQueen extravaganza, Shein thankfully has the next best thing.
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I was so excited to try their £86 replica and it certainly delivered.
I felt so elegant and also comfortable in their structured gown which had stunning lace sleeves.
For it being over 2,900 times cheaper than Kate's, it was such a great deal.
QUIZ
White Chiffon Floral Midaxi Dress - £38.49
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Turn heads in this tiered floral dress from Quiz - which I paired with some of their heels and one of their bags
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The £38.49 chiffon finish dress has a gorgeous tiered skirt
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Quiz has smashed it out the park with this midaxi dress - currently priced at £38.49 - which has a pretty floral design.
I loved the flattering shirred back, and I felt the tiered skirt added a romantic touch.
It even comes in a pink colour if you want to wear it to a wedding as a guest.
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QUIZ
White Bandeau Mini Dress - £34.99
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Less is certainly more with this £34.99 Quiz dress that made me feel incredible
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I gasped when I saw this subtle dress and immediately wanted to try it
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If you are looking for an elegant white mini that puts all the focus on you, this Quiz offering is the perfect choice.
It only cost £34.99 and made me feel incredible - particularly thanks to the flattering A-line silhouette.
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My favourite part was the bandeau neckline and pocket detailing - and I immediately snapped this one for my friends too.
Finish off the look with these incredible accessories which added to the reason that I loved the look...
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If you have ever wanted to feel like Carrie Bradshaw, these £34.99 Bridal White Brooch Court Heels from Quiz will make your dreams come true
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This £20 Bridal White Pearl Box Bag is all you need to look elegant
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