I am getting married July 30. We didn't have a long engagment, so as soon as I got engaged I went and bought a wedding dress, size 14. Back then I thought that was pretty good because wedding dresses run very small, and at that point I was a size 14/16 in clothes.... so I figured I'd lose some weight, possibly have to take it in, but it'd be fine.

Well, I was having wedding dress remorse (it was "blush" aka pink) and decided to pop into a small dress shop on my way home from work. The woman asked me what size I am and I told her probably a 12 or 14 depending on the style. She looked at me and said "Are you sure? You don't look like a 12/14". So I just let her grab a bunch of dresses for my to try on.

I FIT IN A SIZE 8!!!!!!!!!! Granted it was a corset back and pretty snug, but OMG. I walked out of that shop with the BIGGEST smile. And a problem.... I was trying to find a cheap dress to replace my pink one.

Well, I went to the shop where I got the pink dress and explained my situation to the saleswoman who was SO nice. She let me do an even exchange and the dress fits me so I don't have to pay for many alterations! Never in a million years did I think I would be wearing a size 8, mermaid style dress (I had always gone for a-line bigger stuff that flatters big hips!).

Here is a pic in my original size 8 inspiration dress.... although it is gorgeous I couldn't afford it But I got something similar

Oh my! You look so good! Sooo tiny! You have a very pretty face, too! Congrats on your great success and on your wedding!

:party4: WOOOOOW!!! You look stunning!!! Congrats!!!!

You look sooooo beautiful! I want to see real wedding pics next month!!

You and the dress are BEAUTIFUL ~ Congratulations!!

You look beautiful! Love that smile!!

WOW! IF I wasn't married for 39 years,...

Living in VA....

A Grandfather...

If I was Rich....

Maybe we could of.....

You look very nice. You should be very proud of yourself.

Best of Luck on your marriage.

If you ever need Marriage advice, Ask my wife! I'm just a man.

You are absolutely BEAUTIFUL!!!! I can tell any dress would look gorgeous on you - YOU totally make the dress!!!!!! Congratulations on your upcoming nuptuals!!! You will be a beautiful bride!

AWWWWW I'm SO happy for YOU! You look beautiful! CONGRATS!

I am getting married July 30. We didn't have a long engagment, so as soon as I got engaged I went and bought a wedding dress, size 14. Back then I thought that was pretty good because wedding dresses run very small, and at that point I was a size 14/16 in clothes.... so I figured I'd lose some weight, possibly have to take it in, but it'd be fine.

Well, I was having wedding dress remorse (it was "blush" aka pink) and decided to pop into a small dress shop on my way home from work. The woman asked me what size I am and I told her probably a 12 or 14 depending on the style. She looked at me and said "Are you sure? You don't look like a 12/14". So I just let her grab a bunch of dresses for my to try on.

I FIT IN A SIZE 8!!!!!!!!!! Granted it was a corset back and pretty snug, but OMG. I walked out of that shop with the BIGGEST smile. And a problem.... I was trying to find a cheap dress to replace my pink one.

Well, I went to the shop where I got the pink dress and explained my situation to the saleswoman who was SO nice. She let me do an even exchange and the dress fits me so I don't have to pay for many alterations! Never in a million years did I think I would be wearing a size 8, mermaid style dress (I had always gone for a-line bigger stuff that flatters big hips!).

Here is a pic in my original size 8 inspiration dress.... although it is gorgeous I couldn't afford it But I got something similar

You look amazing!

Congratulations and your dress is absolutely gorgeous! Keep up the good work and best wishes on your nuptials!

beautiful!! we need to see a before picture if you thought you were at 14 now!!

So very very happy for you! Congratulations, you make a beautiful bride.

Wow, you look just amazing. I am so inspired by you. I can't tell you how much I want to have that experience, and be able to buy a wedding dress in a single digit size. Congrats, that is such an wonderful NSV.

Alexis you are beautiful!!! I am so happy for you.

You look stunning, this story just made me smile. Good luck!!!