IT can be luck of the draw as to whether you find any decent bargains in your local charity shop.
But one woman has shown how she hit the jackpot when she stumbled across a wedding dress in hers – priced up at just £10.
Ellie regularly snaps up epic bargains from boot sales, charity shops and flea markets.
And in a video on her TikTok page, Ellie explained that she couldn’t resist buying the vintage gown when she saw it – despite not actually being engaged herself.
Then, when she tried it on, she also realised that it “fit like a dream”.
“POV: The £10 charity shop wedding dress fits like a dream,” she wrote over the top of the video.
The dress features a corseted waist, lace neckline and huge puff sleeves with ribbons and lace cuffs.
It also has a billowing skirt, which draws attention to Ellie’s tiny waist.
“It’s giving Laura Ashley bridal,” one person wrote in the comments section, adding: “So gorgeous!”
“EXACTLY what I thought! Half the reason I bought it!” Ellie replied.
“I’m so glad you bought it, it looks custom made just for you,” another insisted.
“I’d literally wear this to Asda!” a third laughed.
“Everyone would refer to me as the weird bride lady.
“You look phenomenal!”
“You hit the jackpot!” someone else raved.
“I just found my dream Laura Ashley wedding dress in the charity shop this morning!!!” another wrote.
“But yours is even more iconic!!!”
“Hold that for the big day, whenever it comes!” someone else suggested.
“My dream wedding dress. I’m so sad, jealous and happy for you all at once,” another sighed.
As someone else added: “Omg- you are killing this at the moment – amazing find!! Wowzer!”
Sophie Creed, bridal designer and founder of bridal brand e&w Couture shared the most popular wedding dress designs for this year.
Sustainable Chic
Bridal fashion in 2024 is embracing a powerful shift towards sustainability, with brides looking closely at what fabrics are being used to make the dresses.
Many brides are also looking to wear a second-hand dress or a vintage number.
Boho Bliss
The bohemian aesthetic is effortless and laid-back elegance – ideal for relaxed weddings. Whether in a garden, on a beach, or under the stars, the boho trend is also great for nature-inspired weddings.
Couples opting for outdoor venues, and bohemian-inspired dresses with flowing silhouettes, floral lace, and whimsical details with blend in with the natural setting. It’s about bringing the romance of the outdoors into the wedding wardrobe.
Bohemian-inspired dresses often feature vintage-inspired lace, flowing sleeves, and ethereal details that stand the test of time.
Satin Elegance
Satin wedding dresses are capturing the hearts of brides who appreciate the marriage of modern simplicity and classic luxury.
This trend suits weddings that prioritize an elegant, refined aesthetic, making it an ideal choice for formal celebrations, chic city weddings, or any event where the bride envisions herself in a gown that exudes sophistication and grace.
Bold Romance
Oversized and bold modern showcase a shift in bridal fashion.
This trend is for the bride who dares to be different, breaking away from tradition and embracing a vibrant, contemporary aesthetic on the most important day of her life.
In the caption for the video, Ellie referenced the fact that the dress looks so much like the one worn by Christine in The Phantom of the Opera musical.
“Christine has always been my dream role…” she admitted.
“You MUST cosplay as Christine now,” another person wrote in the comments.
To which Ellie replied: “IT HAS TO BE DONE!”
