Dress: David’s Bridal Short Cotton Dress with Y-Neck and Skirt Pleating (Style 83690)

What she thought: This first-time bridesmaid loved that the unique neckline set the dress apart, but the silhouette was still classic and flattering on the four other maids in this wedding. And the price didn’t hurt: “The dress wasn’t expensive (only $139), and I’ve been able to wear it to other social events, so it’s definitely a good bang for your buck,” she says. Another cost-saving bonus: None of the bridesmaids required alterations as the dress fit very true to size. The only downfall was the material. “It’s really stiff and doesn’t move with you, so it kinda poofs out sometimes. But other than that it’s a great find!”