I hadn't planned on buying a traditional wedding dress, but when I tried this one on, I honestly felt the most beautiful I ever have! I love the full skirt and the beading, plus the ivory color was really nice with my hair color (red with blonde highlights). The ivory dress has the beading in silver, not gold.
I got married last October and only wore the dress that day. It did not need any fitting alterations from the as-purchased dress. The only alterations that were done was to add an over-bustle, which included three ivory buttons and the thread loops that are practically invisible, and I had the seamstress add the ivory tulle "straps" because I preferred the look to strapless. They could be easily removed I think.
I am also including the fingertip-length ivory beaded veil that matches the dress. I believe the veil is Style V175 at David's Bridal. The veil retails for $149.