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I didn't.  However, all the reviews I have seen of it have been favorable.  The only issue would be whether there is some way for you to try on the dress at a local salon before ordering.  Bridal sizes are totally whacky, and inconsistent from one designer to another, so you can't just assume that if you wear a particular size in street clothes you will be the same size in a wedding dress.

When I started planning, I picked up a bunch of budget bride books from the library and several of them mentioned Pearl's place. 

I wouldn't order by size - I would get myself measured (either professionally or by a careful friend) and then call with your measurements. I guess you could go by a sample from a local salon, but sometimes those are beat up and stretched out and misshapen. Plus, the places we went wouldn't size you until you put down $$.