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Wedding Dresses Under $500

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Gowns at or under $500 USD! Includes plus size options.
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All recs carry 3+ gowns at/under $500 + all pics are of gowns at/under $500!

 
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Shanghai-based Fei Min Studios' entire collection of bridal gowns is less than $500! They've got rave reviews and a selection of of boho, minimal, and classic gowns.
Fei Min Studio
 
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Flutter Dresses’ creative boho gowns offer rich colors, tons of texture, and gorgeous open backs! Most gowns are size flexible up to at least size 16. Gowns pictured that need a slip are still $500 or under with a Flutter Dresses slip included.
FlutterDresses - Etsy
 
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You won’t believe the price tags of House of Aura’s romantic gowns and separates! I especially love their ballgown silhouette wedding dresses. HoA offers both standard sizing up to a US 5XL and custom sizing at no extra cost.
House of Aura Dress
 
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JessaKae just stepped into wedding wear in 2025, and their first bridal collection features feminine yet laid-back dresses perfect for intimate backyard or courthouse ceremonies, including a couple flower girl options. All JessaKae garments are avail...
Bridal Collection 2025
 
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Lebride Atelier does modern minimalist chic with a side of fun and edge: giant fabric bows and flowers, voluminous asymmetry, and contrasts of high/low and soft/sharp abound. Quite a few little white dresses too, with options for courthouse ceremonie...
LebrideAtelier - Etsy
 
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Lulu’s is known and loved for their wedding wear with good reason: eye-catching details, thoughtful yet simple designs, and undeniably bridal-worthy looks at prices that work for even the tightest of budgets, with some gowns’ regular prices coming in...
Wedding Dresses & Bridal Gowns - White Wedding Dresses - Lulus
 
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Ho Chi Minh City-based Noire Brand’s raison d'etre is crafting well-made, beautiful garments that are comfortable to wear, too. Noire is for the bride who wants to look sleek, modern, and luxe on a budget. Every Noire gown is under $500!
NoireBrand - Etsy
 
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All Vea the Label gowns are size flexible up to a US 16. Even with a VtL slip included, *every* gown comes in under $500!
VEA THE LABEL
 
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We Are Reclamation creates a variety of sumptuous, ethereal wedding, maternity, and photo shoot gowns, including gorgeous boho bridal gowns that run between $200-$350, with some ready-to-ship options.
WeAreReclamation - Etsy

Boho + Vintage-Inspired

For free spirits and old souls.

 
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Gorgeous European vintage-inspired look. Easy idea for two looks: get a fuller A-line bridal skirt for a more traditional ceremony look and wear the Heavenly Promise skirt for the reception!
Heavenly Promise White Sheer Lace Two-Piece Maxi Dress
 
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Richly detailed with a basque waist corset, pleated off-shoulder sleeves, and pleated, ruffle, and rosette bodice details. Gorgeous period, especially for under $500, and Soulia Dream gets rave reviews on communication, fit, and quality.
Ball Gown / Evening Gown / Cinderella Dress / V-shaped Corset Dress / Elegant Floral Dress / Corset Prom Dress
 
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Love a polka dot and floral combo in lace dresses.
Vintage Roses Dress-pre-order - Flutter Dress vintage lace- BOHO Dress**
 
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I know “rose” is in the name, but this dress’ pink (which I love) makes me think of flamingos.
RiseUp Rose Dress - Magical dresses for Special moments, wedding, maternity, photos, photography, evening
 
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Unique, asymmetrical boho dress. Soulia Dream gets rave reviews about *everything*—communication, fit, quality—and at an incredibly affordable price point.
Goddess Dress / Engagement Dress / Elegant Wedding Dress / Reception Dress / Roman-inspired Dress

Bombshell Glamour

Steal the show.

 
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Flirty, fun dress great for a Vegas wedding!
White Strapless Ostrich Feather Trim Sequin High Slit Tie Back Maxi Gown
 
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Sexy and on trend with subtle asymmetrical detailing.
Lace Corset Wedding Dress, Beach Wedding Dress, Satin Wedding Reception Dress, Sexy Wedding Dress, High Slit Dress, Lingerie Wedding Dress

Classic Romance

Dresses for a dream come true.

 
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Delicate, vintage-y lace and pinprick dot tulle together is so romantic!
Drop V waist wedding dress off shoulder spot tulle vintage inspired ball gown chapel train custom princess bridal wedding gowns Basque
 
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Two looks for less than $500 total! Billed as a beach wedding dress, but totally looks chapel-worthy to me.
2 pieces beach wedding dress off shoulder beading sequins pencil dress with detachable tulle train chapel length custom bridal gowns ivory
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Glitter, Sparkle, & Shine

Light-reflecting, eye-catching gowns for brides who embrace the spotlight!

 
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Celestial sparkle! Even with a Flutter Dresses slip included, this heavenly gown is only a total of $470.
PRE ORDER - Gold Star Dress- Magical dresses for Special moments, wedding, maternity, photos, photography, evening
 
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Love this sweet, romantic, sparkly dress!
glitter fairy sparkly sequin wedding dresses with slit elegant bridal gown sequin prom wedding dresses

Chic, Modern, & Minimal

Less *is* more.

 
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Sexy yet elegant, refined yet relaxed.
Open Back Wedding Dress | Satin Wedding Dress | small train dress | Modern Wedding Dress | Minimalist Wedding Dress | elegant gown
 
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Simple, chic, and incredibly sexy. Available up to a US size 4XL!
Simple halter wedding dress Backless slip dress for reception Halter neck wedding dress with train Prom dress with halter neck Bridesmaids