Laurie S. Posted July 14, 2014 #1 Share Posted July 14, 2014 My wedding dress from Izidresses.com arrived this weekend. This is a less than $200 copy of a $1,300 designer dress. I'm very pleased--the dress is beautifully made and the quality is excellent. I sew a lot, especially costumes, so I know what is good work. The seams are all finished, the fit is perfect with one exception, and the materials are as stated in the description. The exception is the Y-shaped piece that goes over my head and snaps onto the strap that comes up from the back of the dress. It's about 4 inches too long, which is an easy alteration. I don't know how they could measure this piece, so I think they give you a long enough strap to get it altered to fit. The designer dress had Swarovski crystals on the trim, which I knew I wouldn't be getting considering the price; however, the trim is beautiful and has some crystals, seed beads, and rhinestones. I might add some crystals, later, for a little more bling. ;) The length at the front of the dress is perfect, just hitting the floor. It has a beautiful train that is about three feet long at the back. When I ordered the dress, I told them that I would be barefoot on the beach and that they didn't need to add length for shoes. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend their dresses to anyone. I did give them custom measurements, so I think that's the key to a perfect fit. Here are some pictures of the dress, and the veil I found on eBay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandy Sails Posted July 14, 2014 #2 Share Posted July 14, 2014 How beautiful! I'm so happy it worked out for you with just one easy fix. Thanks so much for posting pictures, I've been waiting to see it. You will look so beautiful! I was barefoot on the beach at sunset in Jamaica and we almost forgot to kick off our sandals before the ceremony. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mousey Posted July 14, 2014 #3 Share Posted July 14, 2014 Laurie, What a lovely dress! It's just perfect for a beach wedding! I'm sure you'll look beautiful in it on your wedding day as you look lovely in it now. Congratulations! I hope you have the wedding and married life of your dreams!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Scrapnana Posted July 14, 2014 #4 Share Posted July 14, 2014 Glad the dress is a good fit and a great deal. Best wishes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommypieof3 Posted July 15, 2014 #5 Share Posted July 15, 2014 How beautiful! It looks perfect on you! I hope you have a wonderful cruise and ceremony. Please post pictures upon your return! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie S. Posted July 15, 2014 Author #6 Share Posted July 15, 2014 Thanks everyone! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geocruiser Posted July 15, 2014 #7 Share Posted July 15, 2014 Happy that the dress worked out for you. Enjoy your wedding day! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cozzette2 Posted July 15, 2014 #8 Share Posted July 15, 2014 Laurie, your dress is beautiful. What Island are you getting married on ? My daughter is getting married on the ship. Not as cool as the beach but still pretty awesome. Congrats on your wedding and your beautiful gown. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted July 15, 2014 #9 Share Posted July 15, 2014 Thank you for the lovely photos. So happy your dress came as you hoped and you are pleased. All Best Wishes. You'll look beautiful on your wedding day. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie S. Posted July 15, 2014 Author #10 Share Posted July 15, 2014 We're getting married on Fiji at Wananavu Resort. They offer a wedding and diving package, which is perfect for us. After our repositioning cruise, we fly there for a week. We are so looking forward to it! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted July 15, 2014 #11 Share Posted July 15, 2014 Don't forget to post your wedding pictures on this thread! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geocruiser Posted July 15, 2014 #12 Share Posted July 15, 2014 (edited) Don't forget to post your wedding pictures on this thread! Yes, please post them Edited July 15, 2014 by geocruiser Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie S. Posted July 16, 2014 Author #13 Share Posted July 16, 2014 I will, but it won't be until October after we get back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obnurse Posted July 17, 2014 #14 Share Posted July 17, 2014 Nothing like a beautiful dress at a bargain price! You go, girl....and ENJOY! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Langley Cruisers Posted July 19, 2014 #15 Share Posted July 19, 2014 Was it you??.... Did I read in another thread that you are dashing into the ocean in your dress after the wedding? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie S. Posted July 19, 2014 Author #16 Share Posted July 19, 2014 Yes, we'll be jumping in the ocean. I don't intend to bring the dress back home, which was the main reason for not spending an outrageous amount of money for it. I will save the beaded trim, however. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prairie_Gal Posted July 19, 2014 #17 Share Posted July 19, 2014 What a pretty dress! Have fun at your wedding, and jumping in the ocean. Looking forward to the pics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dancinman66 Posted July 20, 2014 #18 Share Posted July 20, 2014 Yes, we'll be jumping in the ocean. I don't intend to bring the dress back home, which was the main reason for not spending an outrageous amount of money for it. I will save the beaded trim, however. Oh cool Can you post photos of this Unreal thought Look forward to seeing end results Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
092306 Posted July 20, 2014 #19 Share Posted July 20, 2014 Really pretty, looking forward to the wedding pictures! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie S. Posted July 20, 2014 Author #20 Share Posted July 20, 2014 I don't know if the resort will be taking pictures or not. I hope so, because I'm not handing over my camera to anyone there. We won't have any guests attending. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie S. Posted October 13, 2014 Author #21 Share Posted October 13, 2014 I finally have a video of the wedding ceremony. We met a wonderful couple from Germany at the resort and we dove with them several days. They came to our wedding and took pictures and produced this beautiful video. We first did the beach wedding, then we did a ring ceremony underwater and went for a short dive. I did it in my wedding dress. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geocruiser Posted October 13, 2014 #22 Share Posted October 13, 2014 Great wedding. You both look wonderful. Just love your dress. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie S. Posted October 13, 2014 Author #23 Share Posted October 13, 2014 Thank you! Because it was so heavy, I planned on leaving it behind, but did cut off the beaded trim to use later on something special. The wedding coordinator asked if she could have the dress and was thrilled when I gave it to her. She is going to make something special from it and said she would send me a photo when she was done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sail7seas Posted October 14, 2014 #24 Share Posted October 14, 2014 Wishing you much happiness and good health together, Laurie. Congratulations and thank you for sharing your video with us. :) It's lovely. What a setting !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
092306 Posted October 14, 2014 #25 Share Posted October 14, 2014 Lovely wedding! Wishing you much happiness! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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