If you are one of the many couples who became engaged between Thanksgiving and New Year’s, congratulations!  And while the uncertain economy will probably not stop you from tying the knot, it may affect your wedding budget and how much is spent on your wedding dress.  Here are some ideas on how to get that dream wedding dress for your big day without breaking the bank.

Set a budget.  Look at all the expenses for your wedding and decide if there are some adjustments you are willing to make in certain expenses (such as food or reception hall) so that more money can be allocated for your wedding dress.

Style of wedding ceremony.  Depending on the type of wedding ceremony you choose to have (traditional, informal, indoors, outdoors) you may want a wedding dress that reflects the style of the ceremony.  If that ceremony is short, simple and informal, you won’t need to spend a lot of money on a couture, high-fashion wedding dress.  Of course, the wedding should reflect your personal style, so choose your wedding dress and ceremony to match your style and whatever makes you feel comfortable.

Be a smart shopper.  Do your research online and off-line to find the best deals in wedding attire and accessories.  Researching online to find discount and affordable wedding dresses will give you an idea of what types of wedding dresses are available and price ranges.  You can then take that information and look for a local bridal store that can offer comparable prices for wedding dresses as well as various deals and discounts on additional wedding products and services.  Purchasing your wedding dress locally from a reputable bridal store at a good price would be the best option.  You are able to try on the dress and be fitted at the store and if there were problems, you could handle them in person at the shop.  If you are not able to find a bridal store to purchase your wedding dress locally, then you may want to consider ordering it from one of the many  online discount and wholesale bridal stores.  But remember to give yourself enough lead time when ordering your wedding dress online in the event you need to have  it altered.

Remember that details add to the cost of your wedding dress.  Exquisite craftsmanship in a wedding dress adds to its value and price.  Things such as hand embellishments, the bustier, luxurious lining, rich fabric, detailed finishing and machine stitch work all add to the beauty and cost of a wedding dress.

Consider going vintage.  If vintage is your style, you may find your dream wedding dress in a second-hand store at an affordable price.  Or better yet, you may find it in a relative’s attic who would be more than willing to let you have the wedding dress for you to wear on your big day.

Rent it.  Many “green” brides are starting to consider the idea of “reusing” their wedding dress by renting it instead of purchasing a gown.  When you consider what you are really spending your money on (a once-in-a-lifetime dream dress) that will only be used once and then be placed somewhere in a box never to be taken out again, renting your dream wedding dress becomes more affordable.

The most important thing to remember when looking for your wedding dress is don’t compromise your style for your budget.   The key is to find a gown that fits both your budget and style preference.  With a little work and planning, you can have the wedding dress of your dreams without breaking the bank.

What to do with your used bags that you have not been using for ages. There is a new way to turn these old bags into cashes these days in Singapore. This trend of buying and selling used designer bags is getting popular these days.

One of the most popular Second hand bag shops online shop in Singapore is www.deluxemall.com. It provide used bags from brands such as LV, Gucci, Coach, Prada, HERMES, Fendi, Chloe, Chanel, Louis Vittion, Miu Miu, Versace, Prada, Christian Dior, Burberry. One of the widest selection you can find under one roof today. Kelly Chan who is in the editorial team of www.deluxemall.com says these days that buyers are getting smarter, they want the best deal when buying that designer bags and consumers these days also do not mind getting an almost new designer bag. With the improve in technology, buying and selling online is getting more and more common.

Other than www.deluxemall.com , you can check out other places such as a second hand bag shop in Singapore. Currently there are over 10 such outlets in Singapore. Other than selling designer bags, they also buy your used bag if you intend to sell. This is a good option if you want instant cash as some shop do offer instant cash in exchange of your bag. However, be prepared to sell your bag at a very low price. Another advantage of buying at a second hand bag shop is, they do authenticity check of the bag before taking it in. This help to ensure that the bag you about to buy is authentic too.

In this economic downturn, more people are more careful when it comes to buying designer goods like handbags.  Therefore more and more second-line brands are favored for their good quality, interesting design and acceptable price; what’s more, you get instant cash if you are selling or get at discounted price when you are buying. Whether you are buying online or offline, you are sure to get the best deal when buying a second hand bag.