I ordered my dress without trying on and I went over what I wanted to spend - no regrets on either decision whatsoever. My dress style was something I was confident on and knew the shape worked for my body, so it was just sizing I was uncertain about but that can be altered. I also tried on an outfit that was cut similarly to my dress (it was just a cocktail dress, but same neckline/waistline) to give me an idea of how the style would look on me. As for the cost, it was on the very upper limit of my budget so I could afford it, but I had hoped to spend less. At the end of the day, the only thing I feel I can control about my wedding right now is what I look like so to me it's worth it to splurge to feel incredible amid all the depressing things that come along with pandemic wedding planning.