Dress deposit?

I went dress shopping for the first time today, and they stated a 50% deposit. I believe that was across the board for all dresses.

I can't really help with bm dresses as I got mine from ASOS. When I ordered my dress I also put down a 50% deposit

50% deposit is standard, I believe. I have just had a look at your signature and see you are getting married this October. There may be an issue with lead times if you are ordering brand new, and a (cheaper and quicker) option would be to alter the sample dress if possible.

Mine was a 50% deposit

I paid a 50% deposit on my wedding dress and a £50 deposit on each bridesmaid dress.

Whoops, it was this October but we pushed it back a year, I forgot to change it in my signature. Okay thanks guys, so I'm looking at a £650 deposit most likely, more than I was hoping but not undo-able.

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I totally get where you’re coming from about the dress deposit — it’s one of those things that feels small at first but really matters later on. Paying a deposit can be frustrating when you’re not 100% sure about the dress, but it also helps the designer or boutique secure your spot and materials, especially for custom or limited designs. I went through something similar when I was redecorating my space recently. I had to put down a deposit for an executive sofa I wanted customized, and at first, I wasn’t thrilled about it either. But once I saw how much effort and detail went into making it exactly how I wanted, it totally made sense. Sometimes deposits are just part of ensuring quality and commitment on both sides — it’s about trust and respect for the work being done.

Congrats on starting your dress search — that’s such an exciting step! 😊 For a dress around £1,295, most bridal shops usually ask for a deposit of 40–50% when you place the order, with the remaining balance due when the dress arrives or closer to your wedding date. Bridesmaid dresses are often paid in full upfront, but some boutiques (especially those using the latest version of their payment systems) do offer flexible plans, so it’s always worth asking in advance.