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Made-to-Order Rather than buying the sample off the rack, most wedding dresses are made-to-order based on your measurements, which is why they require several months' lead time

Follow the classic three-color rule: One dominant color One supporting color One accent color Ignoring the Occasion Crystal heels may look stunning at a gala but feel out of place at the office

The eternally chic color choice allows for repeat wears, if you have a few formal weddings on your roster, as well as a no-show backdrop for those accidental spills or sweat stains

Overall, creating the dress costed the designer the whopping amount of $1,440.33 (equivalent to around $11,111 today)