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Bridesmaid dress shopping can feel like a daunting task, especially if you have multiple people to buy for and a tight budget to stick to, but we're here to show you that it doesn't have to be. By checking out your favourite stores and shopping for affordable bridesmaid dresses on the high street, you could see yourself saving money, plus many of them have a variety of styles, colours and sizes to choose from.
Better yet, by shopping on the high street for cheap bridesmaid dresses, you'll be following in the footsteps of celebrities such as Molly-Mae Hague and Sophie Habboo. While Molly-Mae wore this navy corset dress from Pretty Little Thing for her mum's wedding, Sophie Habboo had her bridesmaids wearing these Maid to Measure bridesmaid dresses that you can get for £150 each from John Lewis.
You might be surprised to find just how many high street shops have dedicated bridesmaid dress collections - from ASOS to Quiz and Simply Be to Nobody's Child, there are dress designs to keep everyone in your wedding squad happy and comfortable. In our round-up you'll find cheap plus size bridesmaid dresses, bridesmaid dresses under £100 and cheap bridesmaid dresses under £30.
You can even nab yourself a stylish high street wedding dress for less than £500 while you're at it!
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Affordable bridesmaid dresses in the UK
ASOS
ASOS' next day delivery could be a lifesaver for last-minute bridesmaid dress orders (ASOS)You're probably familiar with ASOS as a one-stop shop where you'll find all the latest fashion trends - and have them delivered to your door next-day. Well, the good news is that they have a dedicated wedding collection too with a wide variety of inexpensive bridesmaid dresses to choose from. With a petite, tall, curve and maternity range included as well, you can find styles to suit all body types and as most of your bridesmaids will likely be familiar with ASOS clothing, they're more likely to know their sizing there making the job a whole lot easier.
Sizes: 2-30
Price range: £14-£190
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John Lewis
John Lewis bridesmaid dresses from Monsoon, Lace & Beads, and Ghost (John Lewis)John Lewis is a great place to shop for your low cost bridesmaid dresses as they stock tons of popular high street brands under one roof, including Monsoon, Phase Eight, Ghost and Whistles. The also have Maids to Measure which is the brand that Sophie Habboo used to dress her bridesmaids for her wedding - you can shop the exact style that her Made in Chelsea co-star Mellisa Tattam wore on the big day here.
Sizes: 4-26
Price range: £49-£329
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Monsoon
Monsoon is the place to go for embellished inexpensive bridesmaid dresses (Monsoon)When you start adding embellishments onto bridesmaid dresses, that's when the price of the fabric starts to add up, but at Monsoon you can find a number of glitzy budget bridesmaid dresses with prices starting at under £30. Their styles are great if you have a variety of age ranges in your bridesmaid squad as they are grown-up without feeling too mature. If you're looking for unique bridesmaid dresses that are a little bit different from the rest, this high street brand could be right up your street.
Sizes: 6-24
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Price range: £22-£175
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Quiz
Pastels are a lovely colour choice for a spring or summer wedding (Quiz)Whether you're after glitz and glamour, or something a little more simple, Quiz can deliver with their affordable bridesmaid dresses that look far from cheap. With petite and curve sizing options, there's a style to suit everybody, in fun floral prints, sequins, satin and more. Better yet, Quiz have an inexpensive accessories range so you can get matching shoes and bags all at the same time.
Sizes: 2-26
Price range: £13.49-£110
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Pretty Lavish
Shop bridesmaid dresses under £100 at Pretty Lavish (Pretty Lavish)Fashion-forward bride and grooms will adore Pretty Lavish and their minimalistic and trendy designs. If you're looking for an unusual colour, Pretty Lavish bridesmaid dresses are available in all kinds of pretty hues, from rust shades ideal for autumnal celebrations, to olive, sky blue and elegant champagne. The most expensive style on their website is £95 so you can find bridesmaid dresses under £100 without having to add a price filter, however we would note that it is recommended that all dresses for a wedding party are bought together to avoid the fabric colours varying.
Sizes: 6-26
Price range: £59.50-£95
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Pretty Little Thing
Pretty Little Thing is celebrity approved (Pretty Little Thing)Pretty Little Thing tend to have monthly sales so if you time it right, you can usually nab budget bridesmaid dresses for even cheaper. With such low prices you may be worried about the quality and fit of the gowns but if it's good enough for Molly-Mae Hague, we say it's good enough for us! She wore this Navy Bridesmaid Corset Detail Cross Front Maxi Dress, £43, alongside her sister to their mum's wedding.
Sizes: 2-30
Price range: £8-£49
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Coast
Mix and match your bridesmaid dresses at Coast (Coast)If you have a lot of bridesmaids to keep happy, Coast is an excellent choice as many of their designs are available in the same shade, but in different styles to suit everyone. There are classic maxi lengths, floral embellished numbers, and playful short frocks - all of them under £150. They also have petite, plus and tall sizing.
Sizes: 4-32
Price range: £19-£139
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Chi Chi London
Chi Chi London bridesmaid dresses are available in an array of colours for all seasons (Chi Chi London)Chi Chi London frocks are a popular pick with brides and grooms looking for budget bridesmaid dresses - they are available in simple yet elegant designs however as they tend to sell-out pretty quickly, we would recommend adding them to your basket as soon as possible if you find a style in the sizes that you need. They also have a younger girls edit which is ideal if you have little ones in your wedding party and you want everyone to match.
Sizes: 4-24
Price range: £16.88-£99
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Ever Pretty
You'll be spoilt for choice at Ever Pretty (Ever Pretty)Imagine your dream bridesmaid dress and we can bet you Ever Pretty has a design that's the same, or at least similar. The online retailer has over 250 designs to choose from, with all kinds of styles including halter-neck, short skirt lengths and traditional looks. With the most expensive bridesmaid dress costing less than £90, you'll be saving money without sacrificing on style. The website also has a handy search feature so you can filter by straps and sleeves, silhouette, skirt length, and neckline.
Sizes: 6-30
Price range: £29.99-£89.99
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Phase Eight
From sequins to 3D flowers, Phase Eight bridesmaid dresses are fun and unique (Phase Eight)If elegance is the look your going for with your affordable bridesmaid dresses, Phase Eight's collection should tick all your boxes. They are a little bit more expensive than other brands, but the quality you'll receive is five-star. Many of the gowns can also be re-worn post-wedding so your bridesmaids will get even more bang for their buck if they are purchasing the dresses themselves. We adore the pastel colourways and can already see a wedding party wearing these while sipping on Pimm's at a summer celebration.
Sizes: 6-26
Price range: £60-£199
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Simply Be
Simply Be bridesmaid dresses have so much attention to detail from embroidery to embellishments (Simply Be)Simply Be stock a number of bridesmaid dress brands that are beautiful, such as Maya, Joanna Hope and Maids to Measure. They have gorgeous floral and sequin numbers which is ideal if you are looking for cheap boho bridesmaid dresses - think tulle, embroidery, and sparkles galore. With flattering fits and inclusive sizing, this is certainly a retailer we recommend having on your radar.
Sizes: 8-32
Price range: £24-£165
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Nobody's Child
Nobody's Child specialise in satin bridesmaid dresses (Nobody's Child)Satin bridesmaid dresses are a trendy pick for your wedding, but they don't always come cheap. Here's where Nobody's Child comes in with their collection of inexpensive bridesmaid dresses - all crafted from this sumptuous fabric. Even better, they are available to rent so you can save even more money and they offer a tailoring service making sure everyone in your wedding party can find the perfect fit.
Sizes: 6-18
Price range: £79-£110
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Boohoo
Boohoo bridesmaid dresses are often on sale for an unbelievable price (Boohoo)Yes, you read that right - there are bridesmaid dresses in stock on Boohoo with prices starting from as little as £3 each. Many of their items are on sale making them incredibly affordable and they even have embellished bridesmaid dresses on a budget that look way more expensive than they are.
Sizes: 4-28
Price range: £3-£120
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When to order bridesmaid dresses?
You should order your bridesmaid dresses at least six months before your wedding date - this gives time for them to arrive and for any alterations to be made. You may want to wait until the bride or groom has their outfit sorted so you can coordinate with them and make sure the entire wedding party matches.
Who pays for the bridesmaid dresses?
Traditionally the couple who are getting married pay for the bridesmaid dresses but it is a completely personal choice. Some bridesmaids will offer to pay for their own, or you may suggest politely that you will cover the cost of the outfits if they are able to source their own accessories. If you're not able to pay for the bridesmaid dresses, it's important you communicate this early on and are a really clear about it.
How much should you spend on a bridesmaid dress?
As our round-up proves, there's no reason that you have to spend hundreds when trying to find a beautiful bridesmaid dress as there are tons of cheap bridesmaid dresses that are excellent quality. An affordable bridesmaid dress typically costs between £80-150, and if they can re-wear them post-wedding you're getting even more for your money.
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