But theres another alternative, as shown by a bride named Kristina.

Cut your own, she advised in a video published last Wednesday (June 19).

Thats not a thing anymore?

Article image

a TikTok user commented.

The bride responded, you could totally keep it!

Its everyones personal preference.

Bride Repurposes Wedding Dress During Reception, Sparks Debate About Tradition

I just knew I wanted to do it, so I did it.

All the guests looked sooooooo stressed, a second user wrote.

They thought I was crazy, Kristina confirmed.

Bride Repurposes Wedding Dress During Reception, Sparks Debate About Tradition

Meanwhile, others supported Kristinas decision to prioritize her comfort at herwedding.

It was really hot and humid, and I was dancing a ton, Allie described.

She had my jacket done in about two days, Allie explained.

Bride Repurposes Wedding Dress During Reception, Sparks Debate About Tradition

Most wedding dresses cost an arm and a leg, and you only wear them once.

The jacket is something I can wear again and again while also being comfortable.

She got it cut right above the knee and was incredibly pleased with the result.

Bride Repurposes Wedding Dress During Reception, Sparks Debate About Tradition

Its the best-fitting dress Ive ever owned, so why not wear it again?

Check out the results:

Bride Repurposes Wedding Dress During Reception, Sparks Debate About Tradition

Bride Repurposes Wedding Dress During Reception, Sparks Debate About Tradition

Bride Repurposes Wedding Dress During Reception, Sparks Debate About Tradition

Bride Repurposes Wedding Dress During Reception, Sparks Debate About Tradition

Bride Repurposes Wedding Dress During Reception, Sparks Debate About Tradition

Bride Repurposes Wedding Dress During Reception, Sparks Debate About Tradition

Bride Repurposes Wedding Dress During Reception, Sparks Debate About Tradition

Bride Repurposes Wedding Dress During Reception, Sparks Debate About Tradition

Bride Repurposes Wedding Dress During Reception, Sparks Debate About Tradition

Bride Repurposes Wedding Dress During Reception, Sparks Debate About Tradition

Bride Repurposes Wedding Dress During Reception, Sparks Debate About Tradition

Bride Repurposes Wedding Dress During Reception, Sparks Debate About Tradition