I found a dress on ebay for about $40 (right now...we'll see if it gets bid up at the last minute), and it's just what I want.
However, the waist is about an inch and a half too small. (The chest is right on, and the hips don't matter because it's a ballroom style gown)
Before I went away to college, it probably would have fit fine, but I've slacked on exercising since then. I'm starting on an exercise routine again (want to make 3rd black belt) and I think I'll join a gym again.
I think it seems like a reasonable goal, since any wedding would be, like, a year away, but I feel like such a dork having to exercise my way into a dress.
Anyone have advice or comments?