Are you dreaming of a Vera Wang wedding dress
but your wedding budget is more in line with a J.Crew gown? If
you're a bride on a budget- and let's face it, most ladies are-
and happen to live in the New England area, make a pilgrimage to the VOWS Bridal
Outlet in Newton,
Massachusetts,
just a short drive from Boston. This boutique stocks samples of
high-end wedding gowns from Carolina Herrera, Monique Lhuillier,
Vera Wang, Melissa Sweet and Reem Acra at a fraction of their
original price. Most gowns are under $2,000. If you cannot make
it to the store, you can buy a dress on line (the online version
of the store is called Bridepower). And finally, if you have
tried on your dream dress and don't see it available on line,
fill out a request form and VOWS will let you know if and when
the dress arrives. Check the website often as the stock is
constantly changing. VOWS Bridal Outlet,
34 Watertown
Street (Rt 16),
Newton, Mass, 02458. Phone: (866)
THE-GOWN.