Usually up to $200, but I choose styles that can be wore to multiple events to get value out it.

For me, I don’t usually wear dresses, so my choice would be as cheap as possible! The chances of me ever wearing it again are so slim, so I wouldn’t want to go over board. Wear a hat if you like, don’t if you don’t like.

Really I think it’s personal choice. Last wedding I went to I made my own long formal dress.

I don’t spend too much on dresses, especially if I don’t end up wearing it again. I usually look on Facebook buy sell swaps for second hand dresses

I’ve never worn a hat! I pay between $50-$100. I try to recycle dresses if it’s with a different crowd of people

There is no right and wrong about wearing any dresses on a formal occasion especially when it is a one off event . Unless you are part of the bridal party I feel these days people don’t really notice and it is best to dress comfortable and due to the long day event a pair of really comfortable shoes which I think is more important . As for hats , it is a preference , if you don’t look or feel good in one , don’t wear it at all . I wear clothing to feel good in is much more important than what people will think .

$80 max, don’t wear a hat though. But I usually raid my sisters wardrobe as she has more clothes then me!!

About $150, I don’t wear a hat

I agree with mum1407 saying spend as little as possible and make sure you will be able to wear it again for sure or its a waste of money!

Lol…..not much. I hate clothes shopping for myself and expensive clothes is even worse and a dress!?!?!? Don’t think so. If you want to wear a hat, wear a hat. Too many people obsess about what you should do, what so n so is doing, should I etc Do what makes you happy

As little as possible and make sure you will be able to wear it again

If you buy a dress make sure it nice and reusable, Is it a formal wedding or could just any really nice dress do with a bolero or shoulder covering/jacket to dress it up a little. Try to avoid any really bright way out there colours unless they look really good. Only my mum wore a hat to my wedding. (it dint look good on her at all). I would buy the dress first and if you find the perfect hat/ head piece to finish off go for it but if not dont stress a nice hair do is as good. I hope you find a lovely dress.

Dress to be comfortable and to feel good. Don’t worry if an outfit doesn’t cost a lot but you feel glamorous wearing it. Wear a big smile and ‘ think’ beautiful and this will show through!

Depending on your budget. I would only pay a big amount if i knew i was going to wear it more than once. In saying that i paid $300 for my wedding dress.

Thanks for all of the helpful answers and tips! Love the accessories tip too! Time for some shopping!

I would not over $100 for the dress. And a hat really depends on the dress and the weather. For example, an off the shoulder light dress with some of your back showing. A hat with a dress like this per say at an outside wedding on a sunny day to block some rays would look great!

wow i just had this dilema! you can buy a cheaper dress or top, pants, skirt, jacket, that you can wear again. This makes cost per wear wonderful! Then you can justify what you spend on your outfit. Accesorize and this will bring a plain outfit to life! Buy a plain dress and stick a belt on, fancy necklace and bam- stylish! maybe chuck on a scarf! You can get a hat from target or if you want the “hat hairpiece” called a fascinator, target sell them also! Have a look in kmart for cheap accessories and maybe big w.

Nothing. We used my mothers. It was in very good condition. Just tucked it in abit

Where do Moms’ buy their hats?

Pending on your budget, you could buy a reasonably priced dress from eBay, or rent a dress from the now trendy branded fashion outline.
Definitely wear a hat if it’s an outdoor event in the summer.