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Just Said Yes November 2025

Torn between two dresses

Norma, on September 12, 2024 at 3:16 PM Posted in Wedding Attire 0 13

I could really use some help! I tried on dress #1 early on, and it stuck in my head. I kept comparing everything to dress #1. (Excuse the pic quality, this salon had poor lighting.)

Torn between two dresses 1

Torn between two dresses 2

I tried on dress #2 several days later at a different salon and really liked it but decided that I had already made my mind up about #1.

Torn between two dresses 3

Torn between two dresses 4

I actually went to buy #1, but when I put it back on, I wondered about #2. I was handing over my CC for dress #1 when I panicked and left. I retried on #2 later that day, and I'm still quite torn. Hoping that hearing other peoples' opinions will cause me to feel defensive toward one dress.

#1 is more romantic, timeless and wedding dress-like in my opinion. #2 is more flattering to my body - I am much larger on the top, so the sweetheart neckline is feminine, and #2 shows off my waist and hips more. #2 is not insignificantly more expensive, but #1 will require much more tailoring (taking in the waist by one size and the hips by two sizes).

Based on my description, #1 sounds more like what I want. Plus, I was so certain about it before. But I panicked once and don't want to feel regret post-purchase. I'll be happy with either, I'm sure, but it's a big decision. THANK YOU!!

13 Comments

Latest activity by Brooke, on October 23, 2024 at 12:32 AM
  • Michael
    Rockstar October 2023
    Michael ·
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    You have plenty of time to decide on the dress, even to the start of 2025.

    The first dress appears better since the flower-like gathering stands out more distinctly. The little detail I would prefer is if the skirt did not seem to hang from that gathered detail. Instead, the skirt should be closer to your body underneath that.

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    Super January 2024
    Andrea ·
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    Oh, I just love the first! I think it’s beautiful and elegant, and you sound so much happier about it. I think you should go with that one.
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  • Rachel
    Beginner June 2026
    Rachel ·
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    They're both lovely! I think #1 looks absolutely amazing on you.
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  • Cece
    Rockstar October 2023
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    I love #1 on you 😍
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  • Lola
    Just Said Yes January 2025
    Lola ·
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    Wow, dress number 1 really makes you look AMAZING. It flatters your gorgeous figure. This is just one opinion of course, pick what you feel the most confident in and will love! Do let us know what you decide! 😍
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  • N
    Just Said Yes November 2025
    Norma ·
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    Thank you, all! This is exactly what I needed to confirm that #1 is my dress. Really appreciate the help and the kind words!

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  • J
    Just Said Yes October 2025
    Judith ·
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    Go with number one!!!
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  • T
    Just Said Yes October 2026
    Terry ·
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    I just loved number 1 as soon as I saw it . Looked at them both a couple of times. I can see why you’re torn. I just love the creamy elegance of number 1. Good luck.

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    Just Said Yes May 2025
    Estrella ·
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    Definitely go with #1, it looks like it was meant just for you!Smiley smile

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  • Michael
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    Michael ·
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    That's very confident when everyone has agreed on the same dress here

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  • S
    Super June 2030
    Skylar ·
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    It sounds like you prefer the first one more, so go with that one
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  • Heather
    Rockstar October 2024
    Heather ·
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    I know everyone has weighed in on number one, but i personally think that the features you attributed to number one, in my mind are truer with number two. It is so soft and dreamy, and personally I think a more unique and flattering silhouette on you.


    Ultimately, you can’t lose with either because both make you look so beautiful. ❤️
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  • Brooke
    Just Said Yes August 2025
    Brooke ·
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    I think it’s wise to sleep on these decisions as long as possible and give yourself time to decide if you have time. I love number 1, I think in the photos it looks more flattering and structured well. It might help to try on a few more dresses and don’t rush and don’t panic, unless your wedding is really soon. Than choose your gut feeling and go with number 1
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