Thursday, May 19, 2011

Would You Wear a Knock-Off Wedding Dress?

It's wedding season! I do love this time of year, and even though I got married a few months ago I still find myself reaching for the latest CS Brides. (Chicago Brides: if you haven't grabbed a copy of this magazine, you absolutely should.)

We all know that finding that perfect dress ranks as one of the most important parts of planning your big day. But I read something today that produced a very extreme eye roll: Lord & Taylor is now selling knock-offs of Kate and Pippa's Royal Wedding ensembles.

The Royal Affair Collection

(I'd like to preface this with saying that I think the Duchess looked absolutely stunning in both her dresses, and her sister looked fabulous. I was actually surprised she was allowed to look that fabulous.)

I know that when a celebrity wears a showstopping dress, it sets a new trend and stores begin selling items inspired by the original. But an exact replica?! Everyone should be complimenting YOU on your wedding day; not discussing another bride's dress.

Desgined by ABS by Allen Schwartz, a retailer already famous for Oscar dress replicas, Lord & Taylor will begin selling these dresses in mid-July. The "Kate Bridal" dress will retail for $1,100, the "Catherine" second wedding dress will go for $450 and Pippa's maid-of-honor dress will sell for $390.

Ladies, what do you think of these dresses?


5 comments:

  1. Hey, why not! If you look good in it, then it makes it your own. Really liked Pippa's dress the best. Could have deffo seen myself in that one!

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  2. If it looks great then yes -- but it I would probably go for the real thing? I'd have to see it.

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  3. I agree, if you love it because it looks great on you, then go for it, if you only love because kate/pippa wore it, forget it!

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  4. I think that's pretty lame. Their original dresses were beautiful, but I wouldn't want to just copy someone else for my wedding! Your wedding is a great chance to really shine as a bride, so I say take the chance to do your own thing.

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  5. Girl, I've been married nearly 8 years & I still pick up CS Brides... it's just fun!

    I was shocked to see the engagement ring replica at Filene's yesterday! And I too, was shocked that Pippa was allowed to look THAT fabulous :)

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