Please explain...

Why is it that Gownfind, NetBride, etc. can get the dress at such a discount? My stanrd answer of 'they just can', isn't cutting it for my sister. I think she's worried that they are knock offs.
TIA!

Why are there any discount stores? They make more money I think selling a bunch of things a bit cheaper, than 1 thing for a lot of money - just my opinion...

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Posted by hmpena

I think a place like Gownfind can get the dresses cheaper because there is less overhead. Phyllis works out of her house and only has 1 employee, so she doesn't have to pay rent, employees, etc. They also work directly with the manufacturer. I know 100% that the dresses from Gownfind are not knockoffs.

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EXACTLY!!!

And...from a Netbride.com buyer...I HIGHLY recommend them!!! There's no mistake when you receive the dresses that they ARE the REAL thing. They're gorgeous! If anything...they're in better condition then when you get them from the Bridal Shops because they're not being man-handled by everyone in the shops, etc.

Here's directly from Netbride.com's site...

How We Can Quote Such Good Prices/Where We Get Our Gowns:

We can give such good prices because we sell our gowns all over the world, and make up for the prices with volume. We also have extremely low overhead (no high rent or large staff), and do not have to pay sales commissions to our consultants. We place most of our orders directly with the factory-designer through our bridal shop; we place some of our orders by networking with other bridal shops. One thing you can count on: In either case, you get the gown you want, brand new, made by the factory-designer you ordered. We guarantee this.

Our Guarantee:
You will receive the gown you order, brand new from the designer. All gowns are shipped insured. Our company stands behind our guarantee.

Thanks ladies, I couldn't figure out a way to talk her into this. Seems odd to WANT to spend $100 too much on a dress, but hey- if it gives her piece of mind, it's her $$!
I wanted a solid explanation before trying this with any other BMs...

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Posted by Naunie

Thanks ladies, I couldn't figure out a way to talk her into this. Seems odd to WANT to spend $100 too much on a dress, but hey- if it gives her piece of mind, it's her $$!
I wanted a solid explanation before trying this with any other BMs...

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It's ALWAYS family who will give you a hard time!

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Posted by 103005FallBride

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Posted by hmpena

I think a place like Gownfind can get the dresses cheaper because there is less overhead. Phyllis works out of her house and only has 1 employee, so she doesn't have to pay rent, employees, etc. They also work directly with the manufacturer. I know 100% that the dresses from Gownfind are not knockoffs.

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EXACTLY!!!

And...from a Netbride.com buyer...I HIGHLY recommend them!!! There's no mistake when you receive the dresses that they ARE the REAL thing. They're gorgeous! If anything...they're in better condition then when you get them from the Bridal Shops because they're not being man-handled by everyone in the shops, etc.

Here's directly from Netbride.com's site...

How We Can Quote Such Good Prices/Where We Get Our Gowns:

We can give such good prices because we sell our gowns all over the world, and make up for the prices with volume. We also have extremely low overhead (no high rent or large staff), and do not have to pay sales commissions to our consultants. We place most of our orders directly with the factory-designer through our bridal shop; we place some of our orders by networking with other bridal shops. One thing you can count on: In either case, you get the gown you want, brand new, made by the factory-designer you ordered. We guarantee this.

Our Guarantee:
You will receive the gown you order, brand new from the designer. All gowns are shipped insured. Our company stands behind our guarantee.

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EXACTLY what I needed, thatnks!
It's so funny, that I am now so addicted to this website, that I have totally forgotten how to get my own answers from other websites...

Just tell her that when commission isn't factored in, the price naturally goes down! It's a good thing!!