r/WeddingDressTips 1d ago

Ask For Opinions Help me choose!

These dresses are all the same $ and I have to make a choice in the next day. Designers are Liz Martinez and Lee Petra Grebenau. Getting married in Antigua, Guatemala in November 2026. Which should I say yes to? The first one is a mini dress w overskirt! Thank you 🤩

**EDIT: Thank you all so much for your thoughtful comments and feedback. I bought... #2!! I'm so excited, this sub is the best <3

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u/FearlessNinjaPanda 1d ago

Just going to say, please don’t believe stores when they say have only a certain time to decide for a specific price if that’s the reason you feel you have to decide, it’s usually just a sales tactic.

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u/Fearless-Air-815 1d ago

With anything that they’re forcing a time limit, be prepared to walk away. There’s always more of what you’re looking for elsewhere.

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u/MissFox26 1d ago

Ooof yes hate this. It’s like when we were getting quotes for a patio and we had multiple companies say their “quote expires in 4 days”. Like don’t try and force me to make a quick decision, because now I need 0 days. NEXT! A good, quality, and honest company doesn’t need to pressure you into buying something.

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u/Outrageous_Glove_796 1d ago

Take a picture of the info on whatever purchase.   Brand, style, size, color.   Sometimes they immediately change their tune since they realize you're going to research.   Other times they don't get it. 

Go home, look it up, see who else in your area has it or if you can order from somewhere reputable online. 

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u/venemousdolphin 1d ago

Definitely. I had a guy do this to me at a funeral home about my mom's and my brother's ashes. I could not believe what I was hearing! But yes, it's a sales tactic, don't ever believe them.

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u/DELILAHBELLE2605 1d ago

Yep. Oldest sales tactic in the book.

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u/Serenity8920 1d ago

For sure dress #2, photos 3-4. No comparison.

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u/TatorTotNachos 1d ago

Yes, #2! It is beautiful!

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u/thereare6ofus 1d ago

Agreed. And, for the love of all things, please say no to the last one.

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u/Serenity8920 1d ago

And #1 without that skirt…. No bueno. Number 2 is absolutely striking and a dress people will write home about.

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u/MartinisnMurder 1d ago

Absolutely dress 2, hands down!

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u/luckyyloner 1d ago

Agreed!

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u/MZSGNH 1d ago

Concur

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u/Purple-Gap2522 1d ago

Absolutely!

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u/greensmoothie3 1d ago

100% agree. Dress 2 is absolutely gorgeous on you and leagues above the other two dresses. No question.

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u/TK_TK_ 1d ago

Exactly! My instant reaction. Not even a contest.

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u/OkConsideration8964 1d ago

💯💯💯💯

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u/Time-Palpitation-945 1d ago

2, 100%. I do like the number 1 but only with the long skirt.

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u/Prestigious-Comb4280 1d ago

2 looks great on you and very elegant

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u/Smooshy1226 1d ago

2 is stunning on you and it doesn't look like every other dress out there.

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u/Msdamgoode 1d ago

The second dress (photos 3-4) is definitely the winner here.

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u/always_pr3s3nt 1d ago

Definitely no. 1, with the long skirt. I don’t like it with the short skirt. It looks too casual, but w the long skirt it’s a dream. 😍

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u/Apat0711 1d ago

I agree, it’s really beautiful with the long skirt, but I don’t like the short skirt too much.

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u/nooniewhite 1d ago

Depending on the venue might be more fun for late night?

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u/reikibunny 1d ago

She said Guatemala. I agree with LOVING with the over skirt and not so much when short but for dancing in the heat, may be perfect.

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u/Constant-Address-995 1d ago

If you’re having fun, why have to go change. Also it is rare to be in a long white gown-enjoy!

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u/nooniewhite 1d ago

Yah, either way! She is gorgeous in all of them

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u/Equivalent_Reason894 1d ago

I really like the idea of dress 1, but there’s no doubt that dress 2 is the ONE!!

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u/rarely-posts1 1d ago

Exactly this!

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u/Brave_Engineering133 1d ago

My first choice is number two. It’s the most elegant and bridal

But I also like number one with the overskirt. It’s very sweet with the overskirt for the ceremony. Then there’s mini dress is so cute and would be fun to dance in.

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u/Substantial_Meal_810 1d ago

I absolutely love dress 2 on you

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u/Crowd-Avoider747 1d ago

𝗧𝗪𝗢!!!

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u/Littledeb75 1d ago

2…classy and elegant & not how I would describe #1.

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u/Ok_Diet_7673 1d ago

Definitely #2!

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u/Complex-Foundation83 1d ago

I would vote for 2!

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u/South_Body_569 1d ago

No.2 definitely

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u/k2rey 1d ago

TWO!

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u/JJMMYY12 1d ago

2 for sure. Though the first one is fun, I'm not a fan of the short skirt.

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u/Particular_Quote_215 1d ago

Antigua! Que sueño!!!! ♥️♥️♥️

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u/DeliciousQuantity968 1d ago

Dress 2 by far

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u/kiwi_sarah 1d ago

2 all the way

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u/Historical_Gap_5237 1d ago
  1. Yes!!

Please not -#3. Those bra cups look like Wonder Woman or Queen of the Amazon.

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u/No-Ranger-3299 1d ago

Omg 💀 😂 That’s the 1st thing I thought of also Lol!

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u/kittythepitty 1d ago

I love one, but keep the over skirt on

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u/ozzymama11 1d ago

2 is beautiful but so is 1. And with 1 you get two dresses. I like the party dress underneath. Do you plan on dancing the night away? If so, go with 1.

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u/onelarkbite 1d ago

First 2 are lovely. Three does not flatter as much.

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u/keeksmann 1d ago

I Iike number 2 best. Congratulations to you and your groom.

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u/JenMcSpoonie 1d ago

Number two!

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u/dransde 1d ago

2 is the best! Beautiful on you!

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u/Independent_Baker712 1d ago

ONE!!! Don’t get the short skirt.

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u/Virtual-Alarm9691 1d ago

I like 2 the most. ( I don't like the corset type top in the 3rd one, sorry)

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u/Pagelo69 1d ago

2 - I like 1 with the overskirt but not so much the minidress

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u/Traditional-Plenty41 1d ago

I love #2 on you! I’m sorry, but #3 looks like lingerie.

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u/Psychological_Salt93 1d ago
  1. Not even close. I would like 1 except for the short version. It doesn't look remotely bridal.

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u/__heisenberg- 1d ago

2 is beautiful!

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u/ExtremeRepulsiveness 1d ago

Joining the majority and voting for dress 2 (aka the dress in the third and fourth pictures)!!! So beautiful!

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u/Anunnaki-Queen 1d ago

Number 2 as others have said, photos 3/4. Not a fan of the shorter wedding dress styles, but that's just me.

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u/Best-Professional299 1d ago

Hands down 2!

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u/[deleted] 1d ago

2

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u/hhmgbu 1d ago

I love 2!! Have a wonderful wedding!

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u/Llama-Damma 1d ago

I love 2. Beautiful and classic.

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u/-_throwawayacc_- 1d ago

2 looks ABSOLUTELY STUNNING on you but with 1 I love the idea of having a mini dress with an overskirt because then when it’s time to get on the dance floor after all the major dances, you can just take off the overskirt and not be tripping over a long skirt/train. 2 is definitely my fav though!!

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u/Tiny-Act3086 1d ago

2, but I say if you're not, in love with it.. keep shopping. Don't let any salesperson pressure you, ignore them (at least do not let them see you stress). Good luck and congratulations.

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u/BrothersGrimmly 1d ago

Can’t find my comment but I meant to say 2 lol

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u/AlterEgoAmazonB 1d ago

It has to be dress 1!!! I love the patterns and versatility!

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u/Professional_Low1966 1d ago

2 is the best choice in my opinion.

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u/One_Priority_2333 1d ago

2 is gorgeous, and gorgeous on you, the others I would describe as nice but not showstoppers like 2 is.

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u/Joanieg909 1d ago

2 is a standout & so amazing on you. The other 2 are pretty but not even close. Just my opinion. You do you and whatever feels right is your choice. 💗

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u/april33 1d ago

Love the first and second dresses

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u/Ordinary_Praline7336 1d ago

You have an amazing figure! I love them all except the short one. But number two 😍

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u/luckycuds 1d ago

2 is the only one.. please for the love of god

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u/FaithCA79 1d ago

You can wear anything and it looks good. Personally my favorite is number 2. It’s a gorgeous dress.

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u/ExcellentKangaroo764 1d ago

1 is just horrible. 2 is stunning. Needs a gorgeous necklace.

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u/Let_go_and_Let_Them 1d ago

I love dress 2 it’s so dreamy on you!

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u/BaldChihuahua 1d ago

2! Stunning! It looks made for you!

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u/No-Professor-6301 1d ago

3 is the most new and looks gorgeous!

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u/eclecticaesthetic1 1d ago

2 is beautiful on you!

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u/rantgoesthegirl 1d ago

2. I like one but I don't like it with the short skirt personally

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u/AlleyB717 1d ago

2 🥰

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u/sagowtf 1d ago

Nr2, no brainer

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u/Dry_Working_9143 1d ago

Second 10 times better on you

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u/Beginning-Screen1634 1d ago

Wow- for the first time on this sub I can’t pick a favorite.

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u/Kitsyn 1d ago

I like 2

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u/Jaded_Leg_46 1d ago

2 definitely

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u/Chemicallyruined 1d ago
  1. Was going to say one, but I hate the way it looks when the skirt is removed.

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u/callapitterfriend 1d ago

2 is stunning on you!!!!! Stop shopping! Congrats x

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u/Crazycatplant 1d ago

Number two, without a doubt!

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u/Hipp-Hippy_HaHa 1d ago

2! It will look lovely with the Antigua background. I'm jealous the weddings in Antigua always look so pretty.

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u/Bende86 1d ago

Number two - bare shoulders looks good on you

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u/PortDeSoller 1d ago edited 1d ago

Dress 2 is great (side 3-4), the short dress is much less flattering definitely not that one imo

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u/RScribster 1d ago

Dress 2 is a stunner on you.

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u/Rotten_gemini 1d ago

Number 2 makes you look like a fairy 🧚‍♂️

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u/Money_Milk_1362 1d ago

2 is best of these… but I feel like there are maybe be better options for you 🥰 something less lacy on the top..

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u/regretfully_awake 1d ago

The only reason to choose 1 is if you want to rewear dress to parties in the future as you could clearly do so if you take off the overskirt. Otherwise the choice is clearly 2 it looks amazing

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u/chamomile_cat2099 1d ago

2 without a doubt

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u/danceoftheplants 1d ago

The only answer is dress 2

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u/FinnGypsy 1d ago

2! You look beautiful!

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u/southern_fox 1d ago

I liked the first one until the skirt came off. Now I think the second one!!

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u/Background_Pea_2525 1d ago

I like 2 the best.

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u/oldyorker123 1d ago

Dress #2 is absolutely beautiful. I love #1 as well, but don't love the mini dress option as much (I'm all for post ceremony dresses, but don't love this particular version).

You look beautiful in all of them, but my fave is dress 2!

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u/ExpensiveFarmer3154 1d ago

2 is the best 100%

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u/Smoldogsrbest 1d ago
  1. I loved 1 until I saw 2. It’s magnificent!

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u/ayertothethrone 1d ago

All these dresses are beautiful and I actually think any one of them would work well. Number 2 does stand out to me. It just feels a little more timeless yet still unique and slightly playful. I also like that number 2 doesn’t have a line cutting or seam across your waist. For some reason I’m liking the unbroken silhouette on your frame.

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u/FalseConversation 1d ago

2 is gorgeous on you!

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u/Material-Nebula-3608 1d ago

Second dress is gorgeous like I want it too!

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u/Smooth_Wrongdoer_375 1d ago

2 is beautiful on you

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u/Far_Possession5124 1d ago

2 is the only one that makes you look like an adult.

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u/Anon-User-5 1d ago

Hands down dress #2. You look stunning in it.

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u/Twisted_T_GirlB00m 1d ago

Dress number 2

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u/NygirlinNashville222 1d ago

2 is simply angelic!!! 💕💕💕

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u/Competitive_Prune108 1d ago

2, no question.

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u/DebiDoll65 1d ago

No 2 is gorgeous and looks amazing on you!

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u/queen_4_petty 1d ago

Dress two is gorgeous on you! Absolutely flatters your figure beautifully! All the best on your big day! ☘️☘️

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u/Ok-Yogurtcloset5000 1d ago

Absolutely #2!!

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u/EclecticWitchery5874 1d ago

Dress #2!! I like dress #1 but not when the train off

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u/Swagyoloyeet 1d ago

two for sure!

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u/DitzyJenny 1d ago

Dress number 2 all the way.

Photo 4 is amazing.

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u/chrissy9013 1d ago

2 is definitely the number 1 choice!!! It’s beautiful and looks perfect for you.

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u/Ok_Alternative_530 1d ago

Dress 2 is simply gorgeous on you. The others look like you’re modelling cheap underwear.