Designer Wedding Gowns... Cheap

As you know, I advise outdoor brides not to overspend on wedding gowns. What's a girl to do, though, if she really wants a designer dress? Buy one cheap! Mark your calendar for the upcoming spring wedding dress sales at Filene's Basement stores: February 22 in Boston (actually at the Hynes Convention Center, since the flagship store is closed for renovations); February 29 in New York City; March 7 in Atlanta, Georgia; March 28 in Paramus, New Jersey; and April 4 in Tyson's Corner, Virginia. Before you participate in the "running of the brides," read my 10 tips for finding a bargain bridal gown at a Filene's Basement wedding dress sale.