Paying for Your Dream Dress: Now 67% Less Stressful
Announcing Our Payment Terms Calculator
If planning a wedding feels like juggling flaming roses while smiling politely, we see you. Between venues, photographers, cake tastings (bless them), and Aunt Linda’s opinions on sleeves, it’s easy to think you need to pay for everything right now. Spoiler: you don’t.
At Bridal Alchemy, we’ve launched a friendly little sidekick—the Payment Options Calculator—to help you figure out how to pay for your custom gown without losing sleep, sparkle, or your fondness for croissants.
Why we built it
Budgeting should feel like a glide down a satin aisle, not a rugby scrum. Our calculator takes your dress total and shows you, in plain English (and pretty numbers):
Option A: 60% deposit now, then four monthly payments of 10% of the original invoice (requires at least a 4-month runway before your wedding).
Option B: A classic 70% deposit with 30% balance before collection.
Option C: A neat 5% discount if you settle 100% upfront.
Fittings are included. Your quote covers your fine-tuning fittings (we typically plan three) plus your final fit & collect appointment.
How the calculator works
Enter your total quote.
Stipulate how many months to go before your wedding
Instantly see deposits, monthly amounts, due dates, and any upfront-discount savings.
Save or share your plan with whoever handles spreadsheets in your house.
What brides love about this
Transparency: Clear totals and due dates—no surprise maths.
Flexibility: Choose a route that fits your cash flow.
Peace of mind: Plan payments around the fun bits (like veils and happy tears).
How we stack up (nicely)
A friendly, fact-based comparison of what you’ll often find elsewhere vs what you get with Bridal Alchemy.
Payment structure
Typical industry offering: One rigid route (full amount up front, a big deposit, single balance)
Us: Three options tailored to your timelineUpfront discount
Typical industry offering: Rare
Us: 5% off for full upfront paymentStaged payments
Typical industry offering: Limited or vague
Us: Fully itemised schedule with exact amounts & datesFittings
Typical industry offering: Sometimes extra or capped
Us: Fine-tuning fittings included (+ final fit & collect)Timeline alignment
Typical industry offering: “Soonest available”
Us: Plans aligned to your wedding date (flags if timing is tight)Transparency
Typical industry offering: “We’ll confirm later”
Us: Calculator clarity—no squinting required
We’re not saying other boutiques are villains in a telenovela. Many are lovely. We just believe your budget deserves options, not ultimatums.
Real-world example
Custom gown total: R20,780.50
Option A: 60% now (R12,468.30), then 4 × R2,078.05 monthly.
Option B: 70% now (R14,546.35), then R6,234.15 before collection.
Option C: 5% off upfront—pay R19,741.48 (done and dusted).
The calculator lays this out with dates automatically—no arithmetic acrobatics required.
Small print you’ll actually want to read
Quotes are valid for 7 days from issue.
Payment schedules assume enough time before your wedding date for fittings and magic.
Need something bespoke? Talk to us—we’re rather nice.
Ready to play with the numbers?
Try the Payment Options Calculator and see which route gives you the happiest heart (and bank account). Then book your consult here: Book Appointment
FAQs
Do I have to pay everything upfront?
No. That’s why Options A and B exist—our calculator shows deposits, dates, and amounts instantly.
Are fittings included in my quote?
Yes. Your quote includes fine-tuning fittings (we typically plan three) plus your final fit & collect.
What if my wedding date is soon?
The calculator flags tight timelines. If it’s close, we’ll advise what’s realistic and try to help.
Can I change payment options later?
Often yes if timing still works—talk to us early so we can keep everything on track.
Do other stores offer similar flexibility?
Some do, but many don’t publish full schedules. Our calculator is designed for clarity and choice.