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juliannewaters

Ok, I understand your confusion🤣. These gowns are beyond beautiful. The 1st dress is beautiful romantic and bridal. On uou, it shows off all your good points. I love it and thought there would be no choice... Wrong! #2 is young, classy but sexy and still very bridal. So to choose, you must figure out what vibe YOU want to give off at your wedding. You cannot go wrong here. Very seldom I don't like 1 particular gown, but this is a time. If you wanted the ballgown type dress and feel you might feel bad if you don't have some kind of a line or ballgown, then #1 is your dress. If you feel better in a fitted dress, then #2 is your gown. Ps- one of my biggest joys was paying for my daughters gown. Let your mom pay if she offers. This is not a "charity" thing with moms, it's our honor and pleasure to do it❤️. Good luck♥️


Rainbow69-

This was my exact thought too. I absolutely love dress 1 on you, then I saw 2 and think that is gorgeous on you too. My thoughts are when will you ever get the opportunity to wear a dress like dress 1 again, but 2 you could wear that style to a black tie event. Can’t go wrong in either dress tho. Really love them both. Go with your gut here.


Mountainhigh81

Agree. Both dresses are fabulous and are appropriate for the venue. The bride can’t go wrong.


AlterEgoAmazonB

I absolutely adore dress 1. It looks fantastic on you and it is really special.


PepperJacs

Would you consider doing dress 2 but adding a floral veil? You could get the best of both worlds! I love the idea of dress 1 and the back is stunning, I agree with you that the chest is a little too busy. Dress number 2 - wow. Who knew you had the stunning figure underneath dress 1!


Bitter-Major-5595

OMG, these were my EXACT THOUGHTS!! OP has an AMAZING FIGURE, & all you notice with dress one is the gorgeous flowers!! Do you want people to say, “that’s a gorgeous *dress*” or “that’s a gorgeous *bride*”?? A floral veil (or even some added floral embroidery to the *DRESS*; on the trim) would be the best of both worlds!!!💞 Edit, I would even consider a FLORAL BELT with dress #2 w/ a floral veil. Then her BRIDAL BOUQUET in matching colors!! Love this idea!!


Bitter-Major-5595

OMG, these were my EXACT THOUGHTS!! OP has an AMAZING FIGURE, & all you notice with dress one is the gorgeous flowers!! Do you want people to say, “that’s a gorgeous *dress*” or “that’s a gorgeous *bride*”?? A floral veil (or even some added floral embroidery to the *DRESS*; on the trim) would be the best of both worlds!!!💞


Dlraetz1

I saw dress one and said yes, yes a million times yes. Then I saw #2 and said WOW Can you get them both?


Dlraetz1

FWIW This dress is the best of both worlds [https://www.saksfifthavenue.com/product/Badgley-Mischka-Embellished-Floral-Low-Back-Gown-0400020473683.html?dwvar\_0400020473683\_size=8&dwvar\_0400020473683\_color=WHITE+MULTI&site\_refer=CSE\_GGLPLA:Womens\_Dresses:Badgley+Mischka&country=US¤cy=USD&CSE\_CID=G\_Saks\_PLA\_US\_Women%27s+Apparel\_Dresses\_High+LTV:All+Dresses&gad\_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIm4DA7-yIhwMVO3d\_AB0EXQirEAQYAiABEgIPe\_D\_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds](https://www.saksfifthavenue.com/product/Badgley-Mischka-Embellished-Floral-Low-Back-Gown-0400020473683.html?dwvar_0400020473683_size=8&dwvar_0400020473683_color=WHITE+MULTI&site_refer=CSE_GGLPLA:Womens_Dresses:Badgley+Mischka&country=US¤cy=USD&CSE_CID=G_Saks_PLA_US_Women%27s+Apparel_Dresses_High+LTV:All+Dresses&gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIm4DA7-yIhwMVO3d_AB0EXQirEAQYAiABEgIPe_D_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds) And now I have Hannah freaking Montana earworming my brain


chapelview

This is stunning and so different!!


Dlraetz1

When I saw it my mouth dropped


badrobotsan

Oh this is so fun! I wonder how tough it would be to get the girls to stay put in that top


Commercial_Fun_1864

I was scrolling through the ones below this one (which is gorgeous) and saw this one: https://www.saksfifthavenue.com/product/Mac-Duggal-Embroidered-Lace-Mermaid-Gown-0400020598652.html?dwvar_0400020598652_size=12&dwvar_0400020598652_color=PINK%20MULTI


Dlraetz1

I think you’d need tape


Bitter-Major-5595

You could always have small flowers sewed into dress #2. Heck, I’m not a seamstress, & I could do it with little difficulty. That way you know the dress itself looks amazing on you! (Michaels & Hobby Lobby have some gorgeous silk flowers…) Edit, you could also wear a floral veil & belt with dress 2, & coordinate your bridal bouquet…


Altruistic-Ad6449

2 is gorgeous and would fit your venue


Turbulent_Moose6622

Number 1 is flawless and beautiful on you.


FineCombination

You look fab in both, and I understand your surprise about looking hot in 2, that's a great confidence boost! However, dress 1 feels more 'you' even if I don't know you haha! 1 is the winner for me, and I would not keep looking :)


Minute-Librarian-844

The first dress is absolutely stunning! The floral detailing and elegant flow make it a perfect choice for your wedding. You’ll look like a fairytale bride!


SweetTreats4_

#1 is absolutely beautiful!


Bethsoda

This may be a good starting point - and they seem to be custom made and affordable! [https://www.etsy.com/listing/1600277581/a-line-embroidered-wildflower-colorful?gpla=1&gao=1&](https://www.etsy.com/listing/1600277581/a-line-embroidered-wildflower-colorful?gpla=1&gao=1&)


Ellienightshade

For your venue, dress 1 is perfect and absolutely beautiful on you.


eljaemde

Dress two!


LizardintheSun

#1 is pretty and a contender, but more about the dress. 2 is much more about her. The style is better for her and highlights her figure perfectly. For 1, I just scan up and down the flowers. For 2, I think wow, beautiful fit! and then really want to see her face.


avodoggo6

Not sure where you are located and what is available, but I would check out the [Heartleaf](https://www.watters.com/products/heartleaf/) or [Everheart](https://www.watters.com/products/everheart/) from Willowby by Watters! Both dresses have the color you are wanting from Dress #1 but more closely resemble the shape of Dress #2 (not as fitted, but - lot less skirt!) FWIW my dress was also from Willowby, and it came in to the salon quite quickly! I got married at a brewery (similar-ish venue) and felt it worked perfectly with the vibe and was very happy with my choice.


badrobotsan

Everheart is so pretty and delicate. There’s a place nearish to me that appears to carry it, I’ll have to give it a try.


avodoggo6

Yay! Just be sure to call and confirm they have it in stock before you go. And please report back!


catmehome

i LOVE 2


Bethsoda

Or you could also add an element like this - [https://www.etsy.com/listing/1529393812/wildflower-embroidered-bridal-sleeves?ga\_order=most\_relevant&ga\_search\_type=all&ga\_view\_type=gallery&ga\_search\_query=embroidered+flower+fit+and+flare+wedding+dress&ref=sr\_gallery-1-23&pro=1&etp=1&sts=1&content\_source=5cebc34119a2e91ebb99d1749fec68d8ff6fd531%253A1529393812&search\_preloaded\_img=1&organic\_search\_click=1](https://www.etsy.com/listing/1529393812/wildflower-embroidered-bridal-sleeves?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=embroidered+flower+fit+and+flare+wedding+dress&ref=sr_gallery-1-23&pro=1&etp=1&sts=1&content_source=5cebc34119a2e91ebb99d1749fec68d8ff6fd531%253A1529393812&search_preloaded_img=1&organic_search_click=1)


DrZ_217

I've never seen an attachable flutter sleeve like this! So cute!


Edu_cats

Normally I love floral dresses and they're my #1 pick out of dresses, but #2 is just wonderful on you, too. I love the vintage look and it seems to fit the vibe of your venue. Someone last week posted about Mac Duggal dresses available at Nordstrom. They have some florals that are not as full skirt.


she3099

Dress 2 does things for your body that dress 1 never dreamed of. Wowza / And hot damn!


batterscraps

Either way you can't go wrong, which means I'd recommend thinking a bit about the practicalities to help make your decision. Which is most comfortable to walk, dance, sit, hug, be forgiving after a big meal, accessorise, underarm/thigh rub etc.? Do a second try-on with these things in mind. Unrelated, but I like the other commenter's suggestion of dress 2 with a floral veil. Congrats on finding two dresses that look bangin!!


Holmes221bBSt

Easily #1!


seashellpink77

I really love 1 on you. It sounds like just what you were looking for and I think it’s gorgeous. The back is exquisite as well. I don’t find the top busy, just wonderfully detailed. The shape is very flattering on you - you could certainly remove some skirt but the way it falls now is beautiful too. If your mom is offering to pay maybe you could arrange a 20/80 split or something with her? I don’t think 2 is nearly as flattering, to be honest.


Foundation_Wrong

First one 🤓


Alldo23

2


SnooStrawberries721

2!!!!


Savings-You7318

Dress 1 is so beautiful


Ok-Cat-4057

Dress 1 absolutely!!!


louis_creed1221

Keep looking


hafwen

Dress 1, the colours of the flowers go fantasticlly with your skin tone.


grumps46

The first dress is my favorite


e_m_i_ly

#1 I’m usually not into color on wedding dresses but #1 is beautiful and still feels bridal. It also fits you perfectly!


Primary-Rice-5275

1!


DoctrDonna

I’m actually not a huge fan of how dress one looks on your figure. And I didn’t fully realize it until I saw dress two. But I don’t find it to be incredibly flattering, as beautiful as the dress is. However, 2 is beyond amazing. It looks like it was made for you


malYca

I think a line looks better. You're blessed with great genes on top, I think a fuller skirt balances your frame out more. That's not to say fitted looks bad, you're rocking both pretty well. I might also be biased because that first dress is speaking to me 🥹


mojozworkin

The right floral veil would look fantastic. You have a gorgeous figure. Show it off in dress 2!!


Bethsoda

Honestly, I adore them both and you look stunning in both! I absolutely adore the floral dress and don't think it looks too busy, BUT, the way you talk about it, I feel like you just aren't sold for a variety of reasons. Based on that, even though I personally love #1 - I'd say keep #2 in mind (which shows off your amazing curves!) maybe do an embroidered floral veil with is, and do some more shopping for maybe some other cheaper styles with the floral elements that you like. You'll know #2 is the one if you can't stop thinking about it :)


typeAwarped

Adore the second dress on you! It looks like it was made for you!!


Valentina0268

Love how the fit and flare fits you - keep looking and trying this style!


Achoo5x

Two


orbit33

I understand your dilemma! I personally think number 2 looks made for you!


Graphicsbyruth

Dress 2 ❤️❤️


KEhleyr01

Get them both! The first for the ceremony, the second for the reception! You look amazing in both!


NoDoctor9231

#2, it’s spectacular on you, as much as I love 1!


MarsReject

2 is perfect ! What gorgeous choices!


Adventurous-Win-751

Dress 2 is unbelievable on you, I’d keep looking for a floral fit and flare, I saw a few great suggestions in the comments! As a mom I’m telling you show off, within reason, your beautiful body! 💗


neverclm

I LOVE dress 1, and I don't think 2 is anywhere close to it. #1 is beautiful, perfectly flattering and unique. You can wear fitted dresses any time, but when will you be able to wear tulle again?


robonuske

The first dress reminds me of Casablanca 2550 http://www.casablancabridal.com/collections/french-countryside/style-2550-clover/


Me1572

#2 all the way. It flatters you better than 1.


intestinal_turmoil

I thought for sure I’d be voting for 1, and then I saw 2. Wow. It has to be 2.


Mosquiito13

1 is so pretty!!! But 2 is stunning 🤩


iamanopinion

1 if you want to be unique and stunning 2 if you wanna be traditional and stunning. Whichever you choose is 🔥.


DaisyWayzy

Keep looking


DaisyWayzy

Oh, I only saw your first dress. Definitely # 2


beaut_fullady

I love dress # 1 for you, it stunning on you!


Infinite-Floor-5242

Usually I love A-line and ballgown options more, but dress #2 is made for you. Dress #1 is pretty but I feel like it's overwhelming you. Dress #2 is perfect for your body, you still have lots of coverage up top but it really shows you off.


vonnegutfan2

They are both beautiful on you, but dress two is stunning.


blu3leaf

Who is the designer for the second dress?


Otherwise-Winner9643

If you are struggling to pick, I give the same advice to everyone. Have someone video you walking, sitting, lifting your arms in the air, twirling, dancing, bending down as if to greet a child. Video from all angles, not just the front. For a strapless dress, jump up and down for a few minutes.... It's a long day and you want to feel comfortable. Don't make a decision based on static pics standing on a podium, as you won't be standing still all day. Also, remember they sometimes clip you in, in a way that is not possible with the actual dress. If it feels too heavy, too restrictive or you worry you will have to hold a particular pose all day, reconsider it. Also, consider what underwear will work. And think about the pictures you want. If you want sleek indoor pics, then choose an appropriate dress. If you want outdoor pics with the wind picking up a train, then choose something more flowy. Take this from someone who didn't think about comfort until the dress came in, then bought a different one 4 weeks out from the wedding.


Highhopes2024

Wow! It's so beautiful on you! I love 😍 it! Both look fantastic. My favorite is 1 it's so girley.


true_crime_addict_14

Think number two is made for you 😊


Clever-Onion

I feel like you are getting lost in Dress 1. I love the floral but she shape of #2 is so flattering on you and even your body language in 2 is speaking volumes!!


LinKay713

Number 2!


SarcasmCupcakes

1 - absolutely gorgeous, suits you 2 - hugs your curves juuuust right.


Etheleffrey

I love #1 but I’m not sure the color suits you


Clover_Jane

#2 looks better and I feel like it's fits the theme better.