FOR many brides, buying a wedding dress can be one of the most expensive parts of the day. However, one woman revealed how she was gobsmacked after finding the dress of her dreams in a charity shop for just £4.60 – yes you heard correctly.
A Surprising Discovery
Megan Sara, from Australia, uploaded a video sharing how she had trawled through numerous local charity shops to find a dress for her hen do. However, she was delighted that along the way she managed to find the perfect dress for her wedding reception.
On her @megansarathom account, she said: “Some of you may remember this journey I went on not long ago searching across what felt like every single op shop in Perth for my bachelorette party dress. What I didn’t tell you was I actually found a second wedding dress to wear to my wedding reception. Here she is.”
A Stunning Find
Megan showed how she found a jaw-droppingly gorgeous sleek dress, with a plunging back and halter straps. The classic, form-fitting dress suited her perfectly and was ideal for dancing after her wedding meal. She added: “Now the cost… $9au (£4.60). That doesn’t include the alterations, that’s just the cost of the op shop. Honestly people, go op shopping.”
Considering the average cost of a wedding dress in 2024 is £1,300 according to Bridebook, that is an incredible saving. And the best part is that she didn’t mind if it got ruined when she was having fun, with her adding: “The bottom is absolutely filthy.”
Megan showed a clip of the dress in action at her wedding, and it looked beautiful.
The Power of Op Shopping
It’s amazing what treasures you can find when you least expect it. Megan’s story proves that you don’t have to spend a fortune to find the dress of your dreams. With a little bit of luck and some patience, you might stumble upon something that exceeds your expectations.
So, if you’re on a budget or simply enjoy the thrill of the hunt, why not give op shopping a try? Who knows, you might just discover your perfect wedding dress at an unbelievably affordable price.
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