Ebay Bridesmaid Dresses

DO NOT LIVE IN FEAR. Ordering bridesmaid dresses from china via ebay is generallyh a no no in the wedding world but there are few simple rules when buying these cheap wonders that can save your bacon! I bought my bridesmaid dresses from a Chinese company on ebay for £60 which were by no means the cheapest available and not only do they fit perfectly, are all the same colour (exact) and brilliant quality but are absolutely stunning! However...there are the inevitable horror stories of these dresses that litter the internet in abundance. So when you're ready to get bridesmaid dresses consider these things:

1. Look at the super expensive designer dresses that there's  no way you can afford. pick the exact colour and style of dress and then try to find as near a damn match as is possible!
2. Look at the feedback on ebay. If a company has less than 95% look at another. There are hundreds of these companies and don't be snared into the first you see.
3. Get an exact colour guarantee. My company had it as part of their ebay listing and feedback comments that they ensured 100% colour match (i.e. from same fabric spool) or a full refund.
4. Maintain constant communication. I sent maybe 6 or 7 emails to my company talking about the progress of the dresses the exact styles and the delivery schedule. Sometimes the language barrier can make for some interesting translations but don't be afraid to ask anything you need reassurance on.
5. If you can pick a dress with a corseted back rather than a zip, then even if there is the slightest variation from the sizings you provide it is ten times more likely to fit!
6. If you can get your dresses made to measure instead of generic sizes as sizes differ from country to country and even if it says UK14 that may not be what you get.
7. Be careful of your colour and material choice. Don't pick a colour or material that has a high potential of looking cheap. My dresses were royal blue satin with an organza overlay and look super expensive. If you want orange silk you might not get what you expect.
8. Be prepared to do alterations. The odd hem to shorten or even sew on extra bling yourself don't be afraid to do it yourself or worst case scenario find a good seamstress or talented family member or friend!
9. Look at the returns policy! Ensure that even if you have to pay the return postage for your dresses you can get a full refund if required. That way if it does go wrong you only have minimal costs.
10. Order well ahead of your wedding day to ensure delivery time, alteration time or worse case scenario time to find another dress.

Don't be afraid of the ebay dresses. For me my bridesmaid floor length evening gowns would have been at least £200 each and believed me I looked but be super careful and cover every eventuality and get yourself a beautiful bargain!