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Wedding Dresses Under $500

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Gowns at or under $500 USD!
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All recs carry 3+ gowns at or under $500 + all pics are of gowns at or under $500!

 
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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.
Flutter Dresses
 
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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...
JessaKae
 
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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...
Lebride Atelier
 
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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...
Lulu’s
 
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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!
Noire Brand
 
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All Vea the Label gowns are size flexible up to a US 16 and 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.
We Are Reclamation

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 Two-Piece Dress by Lulu's
 
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Love a polka dot and floral combo in lace dresses.
Vintage Roses Dress by Flutter 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 by Flutter Dress

Bombshell Glamour

I’d say “steal the show,” but it’s yours anyway.
 
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Flirty, fun dress great for a Vegas wedding!
Ostrich Feather + Sequin Gown by Ever Chic Fashions

Classic Romance

Dresses for a dream come true.
 
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Two looks for less than $500 total! Billed as a beach wedding dress, but totally looks chapel-worthy to me.
Two Piece Beach Wedding Gown by House of Aura Dress

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.
Gold Star Dress by Flutter Dresses
 
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Love this sweet, romantic, sparkly dress!
Sequin Corset Gown by Fashion Streets

Sleek, Chic, Modern, & Minimal

Less *is* more.
 
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Sexy yet elegant, refined yet relaxed.
Open Back Minimalist Wedding Dress by Lebride Atelier
 
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Simple, chic, and incredibly sexy. Available up to a US size 4XL!
Backless Halter Wedding Dress by Etoile Clo
 
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Sophisticated, understated beauty.
Cameron by Noire Brand
 
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Timelessly beautiful.
Open Button Back Wedding Dress by Lebride Atelier
 
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Dreamy and demure.
Luna Dress by Samantha Pleet

Wedding Jumpsuits and Rompers

For something a little different.
 
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Stunning jumpsuit with rich blue floral embroidery.
Modern Chinese Wedding Jumpsuit, White Blue Cheongsam Jumpsuit, Contemporary Bridal Qipao, Chinese Tea Ceremony Outfit, Floral Embroidery
 
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Modern, versatile bridal jumpsuit.
Bridal Jumpsuit by Lina Karo Bridal