For The Bride on a Budget

Submitted by Christina Valhouli on Mon, 2007-01-15 10:26.

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.