Okay, so my best friend is getting married, and I’m the maid of honor! Super exciting, right? But then came the task of finding bridesmaid dresses. We wanted something chic, affordable, and that everyone in the bridal party would feel great in. Buying was going to cost a fortune, and who really wears a bridesmaid dress again anyway? That’s when I thought, “Why not rent?”
I started digging around online to see what my options were. I knew renting formalwear was a thing, so I figured there had to be something out there for bridesmaid dresses, too. After a bit of searching, I came across a few places. Rent the Runway was the first one I found, and it seemed like the big name in the rental game. They had tons of stuff, so I was hopeful.
Then I stumbled upon this other site, BridesMade. They seemed to focus more on bridal stuff, which was perfect. Their stuff was more basic, but also had formal dresses, so I was checking them out. I spent a good chunk of the day looking at their collections, comparing styles, sizes, and prices. You know, the usual online shopping deep dive.
Weighing the Options
Rent the Runway had a massive selection, not just bridesmaid dresses but all sorts of fancy clothes. BridesMade, on the other hand, felt a bit more specialized, like they knew their bridal stuff inside and out. I felt like their website said they had stuff from top designers, so that was a plus.
I made a list of my favorite dresses from each site. Then, I sent the links to the other bridesmaids to get their opinions. We had a group chat going, and everyone was throwing in their two cents. Some loved the variety on Rent the Runway, while others were drawn to the more curated feel of BridesMade.
Making a Decision
After a lot of back and forth, and sending photos to each other, trying to decide. I decided to move forward with BridesMade. It just felt like the better fit for what we needed. They had a really wide selection of styles that we could actually rent. They claimed they would take the stress off of finding the perfect dress, so I was like, sign me up!
- I picked out a few dresses I thought everyone would like.
- I made sure they had the right sizes available.
- I sent the options to the group chat for a final vote.
We finally narrowed it down to this gorgeous dress that everyone loved. It was classic, elegant, and something I could actually see myself wearing again. We placed the order, and the dresses arrived right on schedule. The whole process was way smoother than I expected.
The wedding day came, and all the bridesmaids looked absolutely stunning. Everyone felt comfortable and confident, and the dress fit perfectly into the overall vibe of the wedding. Renting was definitely the way to go. We saved a ton of money, and no one was stuck with a dress they’d never wear again. I’d totally recommend it to anyone planning a wedding. It’s a great way to get the look you want without breaking the bank. Plus, it’s just more practical, you know?
