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AMAZING!!

final pics. minus the flower and add the bling belt. I couldn't be happier. Now I cant wait to try it on in person

Thanks! I let them know and told them in time before they started the beaded belt

Sorry, I got it from Jasmine's bridal shop

I got mine from Jasmine's bridal shop

I got my dress in!! Thoughts girls? THE ORIGINAL Dress on me. Let me know what changes I should request because I'm not all that great with that kind of stuff

foxxy.. you can't just post that and not explain your story. was it due to craftsmanship? was it due to receiving your item late? I almost went with Shades of Pale, but since I was cutting it close on time and many of the other girls said they received their dress late, I decided to not go with them. However, the dresses they have made so far look great. I think I would have picked them if I still was out 6+ months til my wedding

I went with Jasmine's bridal. I should get my dress in July. Will post pics when it gets here!

Generally speaking, who's better: Shades of Pale or Jasmine's Bridal Shop? I'm finally down to those 2, and I just can't decide.

the belt is attached... but I'm getting it replicated, so I think I'm going to ask that it's detachable

Thanks so much! I was leaning towards FabU because they have been so helpful in their emails compared to the other people that I have contacted. I'm sorry that that happened to you. Shades of Pale it is then. Luckily, they sent me a similar, not exact, dress to mine and I just loved it. Glad I waited to hear back before purchasing.

Jasmine's bridal was still a bit too expensive for me

I'm down to my last 2 companies Shades of Pale and Fabulous U Here is the dress I'd like replicated: HELP!

super excited! Duosheng/elegantpark sent me a photo today of my dress that they have already made already. What are your thoughts?? If I order, I'll ask them to make it more sweetheart and also ask them to remove the flower. The belt is different, but that's ok. I wasn't expecting 100% for more than 1/2 the original cost. original vs duoshengs

that would be awesome if you had a close up. I have a dress I want made, but it's got a beaded belt, and I want to find one that can handle the belt

looks amazing! how was the beading work? I can't see it all that well. Did you get premium quality? premium craftsmanship? or just regular?

Wow.. that's so weird. I wonder if they are the same

check out shades of pale on facebook. I think I recall seeing something similar on there

@atalanta: thanks so much for your reply! @mscherry: thanks for the advice on the belt. I hadnt even noticed that! you ladies are really helping out this overly stressed bride =)

Ahhh i need help deciding who to choose. My last post didn't show up but I'll repost the photos

Help! Here is the Maggie Sottero dress that I just absolutely loved at first sight. The only thing that bothers me is the flower detail. Sadly, I have already asked, and it's not a simple thing to remove. My next option is to have it custom made but I can't decide on who I should order from. Please give me your thoughts. This dress is 1150, but I can get it for 1050 with free alterations. My issue is, I don't like the flower, but I'll still consider buying the dress. OR I can get a custom replica for less and not have that flower. The only bad part is that I will have to cover my own alterations. All in all, I want the Maggie Sottero top part and the Enzoani skirt. ieiedress: She makes wonderful dresses and is highly reviewed. What's nice is that she is here in the US. Looking at her work, she makes a great Diana-inspired Vera Wang dress, so I know she can handle the edgy skirt that I like. Quoted at about 500 landybridal: They actually sent me a photo of a similar dress that they made. The only changes I would make to their dress would be to add a sweetheart neckline and corset back. Quoted at 400. Bridalbliss: great etsy reviews. Again, based on her work, I know she can handle the skirt. Estimated at 800. Please see the example below. Dressilyme: Recommended site from China. Here is a photo of their work. Shades of Pale: Another recommended company. They have great photos on their Facebook. Here is an example. Duosheng: Highly recommended company from China. They have a similar dress, and they quoted me at 380 for regular organza and 480 for high quality. Babyonline: Another recommended site. Quoted at 160 Jasmine Bridal: A bit more expensive than the other China sites, but I read awesome reviews. Quoted at 650 for standard, 925 for premium material, 1250 for designer grade craftsmanship Feel free to share your thoughts, advice, opinions. Thanks in advance!