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How (And Why) You Should Sell Your Wedding Dress

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The guests have left, the cake has been eaten, and that beautiful wedding dress that made you feel like a million bucks is stuffed in the back of the closet. Wedding dress shopping is definitely a highlight of the planning process but what’s a girl to do with the beautiful gown once the big day has passed? I’ve heard of getting wedding dresses  preserved, framing them in a box, using fabric for a future child’s christening gown, and of course… saving it in hopes that your daughter will wear it. Let’s be honest ladies, chances are slim.
Instead, why not repurpose your dress? If you don’t feel like keeping your dress around forever, are in need of some extra storage space, and would love to make another bride’s day… just sell it! Yes it’s a sentimental piece but why not make someone’s day by helping them get a heck of a deal?

I have been considering selling for a while but didn’t know exactly the route to go. Do I take it to a shop or sell it online? Well, I was recently introduced to PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com and found out that the process is super easy and I’ll walk you through it in just 4 steps: 

STEP ONE: Check the value of your wedding dress

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PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com has a wedding dress value calculator that literally takes 5 seconds to fill out. All you need to know is the designer & style of your dress, condition, the date it was purchased, the price, and if it has been dry cleaned. You don’t have to list it for the calculated price, but it’s a good place to start.


STEP TWO: Create an account

Next, create an account and get ready to list your dress. There is a one time listing fee of $25 for wedding dresses and a $5 listing fee for bridesmaid dresses, MOB dresses, and accessories. Yes, you can sell those too!! The great thing is this site doesn’t charge commission so you’ll make more compared to visiting a consignment shop or other resale site.

STEP THREE: Start your listing

Now it’s time to add a few more details to your listing. You only have to list the label size & street size but it will help if you know things like the waist size, dress length, and other details specific to your dress. Did you get alterations like a hem or a bustle? Did you sew on an accessory like a belt? Did you dry clean it or does it come as-is? These are all things a potential buyer would like to know so try to be as specific as possible!
Don’t forget to specify your return policy, who will cover shipping costs (buyer, seller, or negotiable), and your payment method- I always prefer PayPal. Dresses that sell the best have the best descriptions, great photos, and a reasonable asking price.

STEP FOUR: Upload photos & submit!

Include high quality photos of your dress from the front and back. Remember, buyers prefer seeing it on a person rather than hanging or laying flat. Details are great as well such as close ups of the fabric, bustle, and buttons. Then submit your listing and you’re ready to go!
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And let’s not forget you don’t only have to sell- PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com has over 20,000 wedding dresses available to purchase. They range from size 0 to 30 and prices go anywhere from $100 to over $10,000. So if you have to have that Vera but it’s a little out of your price range, this is the site to check out. So many pretty dresses!!I’d love to know what you guys think. Have any of y’all sold your wedding dress or would you consider it? If not, how do you store your dress or what do you plan to do with it in the future? No matter what you do, you will always have photos to look back on and the memories in your dress will always be cherished!

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  16. Emily Helm says

    Since I'm not a bride yet, I'm not sure if I would sell it… BUT I think the points you make are excellent! A great way to help another girl out and make some cash! Your dress was BEAUTIFUL by the way! 🙂

  22. Sara Sabaliauskas says

    I'm so happy to have found this post because as I'm preparing for my wedding in two months, I still can't believe how much I spent on my dress (hey, it's gorg!) and have been thinking about selling it at some point!

  23. Oh So Glam says

    This is such great information – I have such a hard time thinking about parting with my dress, but it's just sitting in a closet! Might be considering this idea!

  24. Elise says

    What a smart idea! I never thought about this. Although it might be a hard thing to part with, it's a good option for those looking for some extra cash. Thanks for sharing!

  26. Adaleta says

    Oooooh how interesting. I've always thought you're kinda "stuck" with your wedding dress after the big day but this is FABULOUS! I'd love to make some money back and help someone else post wedding. Great idea, thanks for sharing! xx Adaleta Avdic

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