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I see you, looking at how much a wedding dress costs in the UK.<\/strong> Are you about to start wedding dress shopping? Allow me to congratulate you and also revel in the excitement as this is such a special moment in your wedding planning.<\/p>\n

But, I know exactly what you are worried about. Weddings can be really expensive and you want to know if you can actually afford your wedding dress of dreams<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

Stop the fretting immediately, I am here to the rescue. As I am about to share the average wedding dress pricing<\/strong> in the UK, as well as words of wisdom and advice on how to find your dream dress, in your<\/em> budget.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Camilla Andrea Photography<\/a> via Modern Pink Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

How Much Does<\/em> A Wedding Dress Cost?<\/h2>\n

The golden question is, how much does a wedding dress actually cost? Well, quite simply it’s totally up to you. A wedding dress could cost \u00a30-\u00a310,000+<\/strong>, prices vary wildly<\/em>.<\/p>\n

But, realistically, not many of us want to go down the route of finding a free wedding dress or going to a high-end designer and spending tens (or hundreds) of thousands of pounds. We want to feel incredible and look drop-dead-gorgeous<\/strong>. All while keeping to a sensible price point.<\/p>\n

This is why I am going to share the UK average prices and breakdown cost by wedding dress type to fully allow you to budget accordingly<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Natalie Hamilton Photography<\/a> via Earthy Boho Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

What Was The Average<\/em> Price Of A Wedding Dress In The UK In 2022?<\/h2>\n

Bridebook’s January 2023 survey<\/a> of nearly 4000 UK couples found that the average wedding dress cost in 2022 was \u00a31273.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Hitched\u2019s<\/a> 2023 wedding survey of over 2,400 British couples found that the average wedding dress cost was \u00a31,350 in 2022<\/strong>. The two surveys came out pretty similar. However its always vital to take survey results with a pinch of salt. Take into account the number of respondents surveyed and the fact that some brides may have spent very little and others significantly more.<\/p>\n

There is really no wrong or right answer on what you should spend on your wedding dress, you do you<\/strong> and what’s right for your finances.<\/p>\n

If your dress budget is different from these averages, don’t sweat it. You can find your wedding dress of dreams<\/strong>, pinky promise!<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: WhitneyBre Photography<\/a> via Romantic Fall Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

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Wedding Dress Cost Breakdown<\/em> By Type & Retailer<\/h2>\n

Let\u2019s take a look at wedding dress pricing by retailer type<\/strong> and break down the prices a little more. I\u2019ve researched pricing online, as well as used some common sense and experience from my 12+ years in the wedding industry. These figures are estimated and will vary when you go real-life dress shopping but this guide should allow you to manage your dress budget goals.<\/p>\n

Please note these figures may change and may vary depending on external factors so do take them as a rough guide only. The wedding dresses featured in the images are for illustrative purposes and are not related to the costs outlined.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t
Wedding Dress By Type\/Retailer<\/th>Minimum Spend<\/th>Could Cost You<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Bridal Boutique<\/td>\u00a3700<\/td>\u00a34000+<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bridal Boutique Appointments (each)<\/td>\u00a315<\/td>\u00a335+<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Online High-Street Retailers<\/td>\u00a330<\/td>\u00a32000+<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bespoke Wedding Dress<\/td>\u00a31500<\/td>\u00a33000+<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Couture Wedding Dress<\/td>\u00a310,000<\/td>\u00a3100,000+<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Vintage Wedding Dress<\/td>\u00a3150<\/td>\u00a3800+<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Charity Shop Wedding Dress<\/td>\u00a320<\/td>\u00a31000+<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Rental Wedding Dress<\/td>\u00a325<\/td>\u00a3700+<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
DIY Wedding Dress<\/td>\u00a3200<\/td>\u00a3800+<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Second Hand Wedding Dress<\/td>\u00a350<\/td>\u00a34000+<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Wedding Dress Alterations<\/td>\u00a360<\/td>\u00a3300+<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n

Wedding Dress Costs at Bridal Boutiques<\/h3>\n

If you are looking for a full-on wedding dress shopping experience, it’s likely you are hoping to head to a wedding dress boutique<\/strong> on the high street. These independent boutiques often stock big-name wedding dress designers.<\/p>\n

Every boutique will have a different selection of designers, which will impact the price range<\/strong> in their store. As a rule of thumb, a dress in a bridal boutique is going to cost in the region of \u00a3700-\u00a34000+<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udccc Top tip - check out your bridal boutique FAQ or ask them for their gown price range before you visit. They will be happy to share as they want you to be able to afford their gowns and it will avoid the heartbreak of falling for a dress out of budget!<\/p>\n

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Dress Appointment Fees<\/h4>\n

In recent years, many bridal boutiques are charging for appointments<\/strong>, so do bear this in mind before booking countless appointments with multiple retailers. It could set you back a tidy sum. Instead, really research the boutiques you are interested in going to and visit one at a time to reduce your outlay.<\/p>\n

Appointment charges can vary between \u00a315-35<\/strong>. Weekdays are often cheaper, as are follow-up appointments. Boutiques charge fees to protect themselves from no-shows and last-minute cancellations, which for small businesses can be crippling.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Rebecca Love Photo via Gold Autumn Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

Prices of High Street Wedding Gowns<\/h3>\n

The high street has had some fantastic wedding dress options<\/strong> over the years. Retailers that sell them come and go, so do be sure to keep your eyes peeled for new collections in your fave clothing stores.<\/p>\n

I’ve rounded up some top places to buy wedding dresses online, as you can see prices came in at \u00a322-7350<\/strong>. So the costs can massively differ depending on the shop. Sales and special discounts will also impact the pricing, so do look out for cost-cutting times to make that purchase.<\/p>\n

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Places To Buy Wedding Dresses Online<\/h4>\n