am I being ridiculous?

Original post by Utopia923

Apr 08, 2009 04:02 PM

There is an upscale clothing store in my town that I've always loved the mannequin displays in the window...

I have never stepped foot in the store, and it has been my dream to buy a dress from there for my rehearsal dinner.

I went today - tried on a bunch of dresses. Some are more expensive than others...

I found a Susana Monaco strapless dress there. Price: $269. (Cant find a pic online) I will also wear it in the honeymoon.

Is it ridiculous to spend that much on one article of clothing? I am a bargain hunter at Kohl's, and only when I have an additional 30% off coupon.

I have been cutting corners and bargain hunting in every way for this wedding... Don't I deserve to splurge once?

My mom is making me feel like a fool.

Please help!

FallBride2010 Posted: Apr 08, 2009 08:29 PM

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If you love it...it's worth every penny!

MrsInglima Posted: Apr 08, 2009 08:32 PM

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If you've got the money then why not treat yourself? Everyone deserves it once in awhile.

SummerBride10 Posted: Apr 08, 2009 08:32 PM

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I think a splurge is def. worth it once in awhile. I'm sure you can find other times to wear the dress as well.

MayBride2010 Posted: Apr 08, 2009 10:13 PM

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Posted by 08JulyBride

Posted by agapiiiii

DO IT!!! Its your wedding, treat yourself to a luxury item. If you have been saving and cutting corners on things then its ok to spurlge on this

I agree.. and do you have anyone else's wedding coming up after yours? then you can wear it again!

I totally agree! You need to treat yourself

JAAMS Posted: Apr 08, 2009 10:38 PM

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I think it's fine to splurge! As long as you have the money to do it, I say go for it.

tmarie Posted: Apr 09, 2009 10:39 AM

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Unless you are in serious debt or won't be able to pay a bill because of it, I say go for it. I thought you were going to say the dress was 2 or 3 thousand. IMO, 300 is no out of control for a dress and if you think you will wear if again, then sure.
I splurged on a bag once and said, you know. I am 30 years old, have sorked since I was 16, have spent thousands on other people, so I deserve to be able to buy this. I did, don't regret it and I am not desitute because of it.
Enjoy!!

KerriJohnS Posted: Apr 09, 2009 10:45 AM

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BUY IT and wear it happily!

My engagement party ensomble was like $350. So it's not that bad!

GO FOR IT! You deserve AT LEAST one splurge!

YOU HAVE TO GO FOR IT AND BUY IT!!!!!!! SCrew anyone who thinks othewise!