Why I choose Birdy Grey bridesmaid dresses from the US for my 2026 UK wedding

The appeal of $99 Birdy Grey dresses in 2026

I recently started planning my wedding for late 2026, and the cost of bridesmaid attire in London was my first major shock. Locally, high-end styling often requires custom tailoring that can easily exceed £300 per person. I discovered Birdy Grey while looking at us trends, and the flat $99 price point for virtually every dress caught my attention immediately.

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I found that the quality of these dresses often rivals the custom work I saw in Bangkok and London, but with a much more modern aesthetic. We decided that the variety of fabrics—from velvet to satin—at such a low price made it worth the effort of buying directly from the United States.

My process for shopping the US store from the UK

I quickly realized that Birdy Grey primarily focuses on the North American market. To get these dresses to my door, I used comGateway to secure a tax-free us address. This allowed me to shop on the Birdy Grey website just like a US resident would. I simply sent my order to my assigned warehouse address in Oregon, which saved me from paying US sales tax on the initial purchase.

I followed a step-by-step guide to ensure my account was set up correctly. Once my dresses arrived at the warehouse, I was notified and could choose my preferred shipping speed. It made the entire process of trying to shop us store sites feel very straightforward.

Shipping estimates and parcel details

I wanted to make sure I understood the physical logistics before I committed to shipping for five bridesmaids. Based on my experience and the specifications of these dresses, here are the estimates I used to calculate my budget.

I always use the shipping calculator to estimate shipping cost before I click buy. It helps me avoid any surprises when the final invoice arrives.

Managing UK import duties and VAT

I had to keep in mind that shipping from the US to the UK involves more than just the courier fee. Because the value of five dresses exceeds the £135 threshold, I knew I would be responsible for import duties and the standard 20% VAT. I checked the latest rules on customs tax to make sure I had enough set aside in my wedding budget.

I recommend checking the international shipping rates frequently, as they can fluctuate based on fuel surcharges in 2026. By consolidating my dresses into one shipment, I managed to reduce the overall shipping fees significantly compared to shipping them individually.

The logistics of United Kingdom delivery

I found that a freight forwarder is the most reliable way to handle United Kingdom delivery for US-only brands. My package arrived in London within 6 business days of leaving the US warehouse. If you are planning to ship to United Kingdom, I suggest ordering at least four months before the wedding to allow time for any minor alterations once the dresses arrive.

I am very happy with the quality of the Birdy Grey satin. Even with the international shipping costs and VAT added, each dress cost me roughly £115. That is a massive saving compared to the £250-£300 I was quoted for similar quality in local boutiques. You might also like to check our guide on GST/VAT for more details on how these calculations work for different product categories.