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thermalnermal_2

The shop is on Darley St, you do need to make an appointment but chances are there won't be anyone there. They did have some accessories like mens waistcoats and tiaras and shoes but like any charity shop you've just got to be lucky. Its worth a look just to have fun and to get an idea of what styles you like.

Leylauk wrote: »

Hi thermalnermal

Hope you had a good time! Was it the Oxfam shop on the corner in Bradford centre? Do they have other accessories as well as dresses?

Thanks!

thermalnermal_2

After I had just about given up on finding anything, I found it yesterday. :T An absolute bargain sale dress that fits nearly perfectly, just to loose a few pounds or have it let out 1/2 an inch!

Anyway I bought it outright, didn't want to run the risk of the shop going woolworths. I took it to a friends house 'cos I don't want HTB to see it. But now I am wondering how it works with house insurance. Does anyone know in general if wedding dresses are covered?

Leylauk

Congrats - glad you found one you liked! What style/kind did you go for in the end? With regards to insurance policies - some do, some dont, it depends upon the policy. You may need to give them a call and check/upgrade. H2B said that he thinks companies like DirectLine will upgrade to cover wedding dress for free. Also if you have wedding insurance, it may be covered for damage under that?

hollyshayler

thermalnermal wrote: »

I am considering going to the Oxfam Bridal Shop in Bradford to see if I can find a dress which won't break the bank. I see no point in paying £1000s on a dress that's only going to be worn once. and if the perfect dress is secondhand so what?

Has anyone been there? What is it like? Is it worth going?

I am getting married in September. Going to start dress shopping in the next couple of weeks. Has anyone been to any shops in the West Yorkshire/Kirklees area which you can recommend or have good bargains?

Hi I havent been to the one in Bradford, but I did get my dress from the Oxfam in Poole, Dorset, The people in there were fantastic, the dress still had the original tags, and it only cost £220, and I love it

Good luck

kimbodia0

Wow this is such a great thread!!!
my big day is nearly here and i become a mrs on friday!!!
just wanted to say a big thank you to everyone who has posted on this thread, i have read the entire thing over the last 8 months and have got some fantastic ideas and advice on how to make my big day really special and personal!

good luck to all you ladies who are planning your weddings, hope you have as much fun as i have!!!

xxxxxx

raspabarbas

Hello!

My lovely boyfriend of four years proposed on Tuesday so I have been having a lot of fun looking through this thread (it's so long though!)

I was wondering how early we should start to think about plans - is two days after the engagement too soon to be thinking about dates?

Also, it will be a cross-cultural wedding: he is Latin-American and catholic, I'm not, so was thinking about having a bit of a carneval theme instead of a traditional white wedding (will have to see what he thinks and if there are any cultural things I have to do). What are your views on transatlantic unions? Should we have one ceremony here and one there or try and get everyone together in one place?

I never realised there was so much to think about, but seen some fantastic tips on here - I'll definitely be coming back as things start moving!

jayne_just_learning

Hi money savers
I saw this request from a journalist and immediatley thought there must be some people on MSE who would be ideal to contribute their stories. Don't know about this one but often you get a small fee too so that could go towards your anniversary dinner maybe!!!! Hope this is of interest
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Did you have an amazing wedding on a tiny budget?
I am writing a story about couples who have had a stunning wedding on a very tight budget. How did you do it? Whatever your story get in touch with all the details, and see your story appear in a national glossy publication. Email me if you can help
Thanks
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brownbabygirl

thermalnermal wrote: »

I am considering going to the Oxfam Bridal Shop in Bradford to see if I can find a dress which won't break the bank. I see no point in paying £1000s on a dress that's only going to be worn once. and if the perfect dress is secondhand so what?

Has anyone been there? What is it like? Is it worth going?

I am getting married in September. Going to start dress shopping in the next couple of weeks. Has anyone been to any shops in the West Yorkshire/Kirklees area which you can recommend or have good bargains?

got mine this weekend from oxfam leatherhead. they are all ex catwalk and £250 down from over £1000 and designer! I LOVE IT! also bagged a veil for £25 and shoes for £12 (down from £36). Staff were brilliant.:T

LeaBee_3

Hi All

Me and DF been engaged for 3 years and have booked wedding for July 2010

We having wedding, meals and evening reception at our local Heritage Park 3.5k all in with overnight stay in bridal suite etc too

We going to Ikea to get glass vases and bowls, bought some fake rose petals from Ikea too, going to get some more accessories from there too for table centerpieces etc.

Can anyone give me some ideas on homemade / cheap favours / gifts please?

Im also photocopying / printing black and white photos of me and DF through the years, putting on some thin card, laminating and using them as place mates for table.

Congrats all brides and grooms to be

Dee-Dee

jayne_just_learning wrote: »

Hi money savers
I saw this request from a journalist and immediatley thought there must be some people on MSE who would be ideal to contribute their stories. Don't know about this one but often you get a small fee too so that could go towards your anniversary dinner maybe!!!! Hope this is of interest
Amazing weddings, small budgets

Did you have an amazing wedding on a tiny budget?
I am writing a story about couples who have had a stunning wedding on a very tight budget. How did you do it? Whatever your story get in touch with all the details, and see your story appear in a national glossy publication. Email me if you can help
Thanks
Kate Graham [EMAIL="beinatopmagazine@yahoo.co.uk"]beinatopmagazine@yahoo.co.uk[/EMAIL]

Hi Jayne,

Do you know which magazine this will be in as it will be a pretty useful article by the sounds of it?

Cheers,

Dee-Dee