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Pre-Owned Wedding Gowns

Friday, April 03, 2009

Thinking about getting married and want that designer dress but don’t want to pay the designer price tag? Well I discovered a couple websites that you can buy and sell those designer gowns!    You can find a slew of wedding dresses from designers like Vera Wang, Monique Lhuillier, to Jcrew. Prices can run from as low as $50 to about $5,000 so there’s a price for all budgets. What do you think, would you get a pre-owned wedding gown or sell yours?
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brightlights87@gmail.com wrote:
1) 3/31/2009 1:04:09 AM
Cool websites. Definitely going to bookmark for my big day lol
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sababbott wrote:
2) 4/3/2009 9:44:05 AM
I wouldn't sell mine, but I think a pre-owned dress is just fine. It was only worn once! Also, I was walking into Starbuck's yesterday with a recently-engaged friend. Next door there is a clearance/outlet store that sells somewhat high end stuff for cheap, as most of it is last season. They have J Crew wedding dresses, with tags still on them (mostly $1,950) for $175!! Can you believe that? Their most expensive J Crew dress was $450. So, I definitely say bargain shop!
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Hillary D wrote:
3) 4/3/2009 9:51:17 AM
i think that is a great idea! im not engaged yet, but when i plan my wedding down the road i will definitely consider buying a pre-owned gown. these days, its irresponsible to start your married life with tens of thousands of dollars in debt. a small wedding in a park with the reception in a friend's gorgeous yard would be a wonderful match to buying your dress pre-owned. low-cost weddings rock!
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Libbe wrote:
4) 4/3/2009 10:00:29 AM
Yes, absolutely. It's not only about saving money in difficult times for something that will only be worn once, but also saving resources.
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Snikki1 wrote:
5) 4/3/2009 10:00:42 AM
What an interesting concept! Great if you're tight on money!
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SamPip410 wrote:
6) 4/3/2009 10:02:22 AM
I am engaged but I don't think I would like to buy a pre-owned dress! This is the most important dress of my life! It want it to be mine and only mine! I do think this is a great option for other people! I will probally imform my friends about these sites! Thanks!
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knelsonusarmy wrote:
7) 4/3/2009 10:03:10 AM
I actually borrowed a dress from my friend who had gotten married a few months earlier. Because my husband is in the Army, we decided to do two ceremonies - one with the JOP on the beach with our family and then one six months later in the church. For the second one, I bought a beautiful Melissa Sweet Spanish lace strapless. To be honest, I would have a difficult time parting ways with that lace dress. It was my dream dress, fit me like a charm and reminds me of one of the most special moments in my life. However, with that said, I do think it is important to remember that not everyone can afford to buy brand new gowns - especially by designers such as Vera, JCrew etc. We do it for prom dresses, so why not with wedding gowns.
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BreeStar wrote:
8) 4/3/2009 10:12:59 AM
Definitely would go with previously owned! Look at the money you save, and for those on a budget - you can still have a wonderful gown and stay in budget. I have seen this in prom dresses as well - I think it's a great idea!!
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Mia1385 wrote:
9) 4/3/2009 10:13:06 AM
I would never buy a pre-owned wedding gown. I would always think of it as someone else's gown that they wore on their big day. It wouldn't seem as special. I also would not sell mine. I loved it too much to part with it!
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rsoccergirl369 wrote:
10) 4/3/2009 10:14:29 AM
I think this is a great idea plus u can save money!! This definatly helps knowing u can do this as an alternate!! Thanks e.l.f.!
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Jessie614 wrote:
11) 4/3/2009 10:14:29 AM
Although a good money saver, I don't think I could ever have the heart to buy a pre-owned dress or sell my wedding dress because of its sentimental value. It would mean too much to me. But there's tons of people out there who would sell theirs and I have respect for that as well. They're just trying to make it easier for the next owner to have a wedding dress and create memories of their own in it while also making themselves a little cash.
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SouthernRain wrote:
12) 4/3/2009 10:15:02 AM
I would definitely consider buying a used dress if it meant I could find a dress similiar to my dream dress. As far as selling my wedding gown...I think I would also consider selling it. I not only would get back some of the cost of buying it in the first place, but I wouldn't have to store it either...less space taken up in my closet!
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michelles wrote:
13) 4/3/2009 10:16:56 AM
I like the idea of this because it saves a lot of money that could definitely be saved or used for other occasions. Thanks for the links!
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kaytiemarie wrote:
14) 4/3/2009 10:20:08 AM
I think it's a great idea, especially in today's economy. I wore my wedding dress for one night and it's been sitting in my closet ever since!
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Mlyly wrote:
15) 4/3/2009 10:20:11 AM
I would definitely consider using a pre-owned wedding gown. I would look into either purchasing a pre-owned gown or even renting one. Bridal gowns are special, but for me the memories are not in the gown they are in my heart. I just cannot justify the great expense of buying a new designer gown and then cleaning it and properly storing it. It is a huge expense and a burden to have to protect and store it forever and for what? Is it likely I would have a daughter that would want to wear my dress that is so out of date and out of style? I would want her to choose her own style. If I had bought a gown I would definitely look into selling it, donating it, or even repurposing it into something else. Overall, these options just make more sense - especially financially and environmentally.
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laurcreamer wrote:
16) 4/3/2009 10:20:14 AM
I think it's a great idea - if you can find one you like and that fits. I looked at all those places but didn't find anything that was "me". Plus, with my body type, I really had to try mine on.
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verybella wrote:
17) 4/3/2009 10:20:48 AM
this is kind of neat, I just made my own wedding gown though, and did a trash the dress session afterwards. It was brutal, but it was definitely the most fun.
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madiemic wrote:
18) 4/3/2009 10:21:06 AM
I didn't buy a used wedding dress when I got married a couple years ago but with the way that the economy is now, I probably would. I see nothing wrong with it, it's a huge money saver and the dress has probably only been worn once. I have seen great used dresses, and did consider getting one at the time. I decided that that was the one day that was all about me and my husband and I wanted to get the dress that I really wanted. I would not sell my dress unless we were having a really hard time financially. I am sentimental and that dress means a lot to me. Hopefully one day I will be able to fit back in it so I can renew my vows! =)
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stay at home mom wrote:
19) 4/3/2009 10:23:54 AM
I would consider a pre-owned gown if it was in like new shape. Who at your wedding would know it was pre-owned besides yourself and whoever you told. I shop at lots of resale shops and you can get awesome bargains.
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Sonia wrote:
20) 4/3/2009 10:25:29 AM
Maybe not a pre-owned wedding gown just because it's supposed to be such a momentous day. But I'd definitely get thrifty for cocktail events or other people's weddings. The Goodwill near my apartment is chock full of awesome goodies, just because people buy really nice high end things here on Newbury St and donate them eventually to the Goodwill.
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JMUgirl26 wrote:
21) 4/3/2009 10:28:23 AM
I think a really special idea is using a part of a preowned gown. For instance, my mom still has her wedding dress. I would love to eitehr update that dress or use a part of her dress for my wedding day. I think pre owned dresses really help a budget but need to made special for the bride, so she feels unique on the big day
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RiotPoofSugar wrote:
22) 4/3/2009 10:31:29 AM
I am planning a beach wedding myself and my fiancee and I don't see the need to spend a lot of money... If I found a pre-owned wedding gown that I loved, then I would definitely not be opposed to buying it. I don't know if I would want to sell it once I wore it though, as I am quite sentimental! Thanks for the links - I'll check them out right now!
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JennG wrote:
23) 4/3/2009 10:31:45 AM
I think this is a great idea if you have your heart set on a gown that is out of your budget. The dress has only been worn once and can be altered to be smaller. Why not buy a used dress? Who's going to know besides you anyway.
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mekaboo wrote:
24) 4/3/2009 10:32:21 AM
I think this a great option for to have the dress of your dreams at a fraction of the cost. Even if you got it cleaned first it still would not amount to how much you would spend if you purchased it new. Then you can spend the money you saved on a wonderful honeymoon.
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GuanacaCurlZ wrote:
25) 4/3/2009 10:35:01 AM
I don't think there is anything wrong with buying a preowned wedding dress. I mean think about it, its something you're only going to wear once and why not save a little bit of money and get a really amazing gown.
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Babygirl27 wrote:
26) 4/3/2009 10:35:15 AM
I totally think this is the best route to go. I did this myself and I was so happy I did. My dress looked awesome, and we saved lots of money that we could spend in other places.
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mz yoda wrote:
27) 4/3/2009 10:36:26 AM
I would sell or even donate my wedding gown. It has been in a box in our guest room for almost 4 years now. Does anyone ever put theirs on again?
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debbiedo wrote:
28) 4/3/2009 10:36:46 AM
really great links! My friend just wore a pre-owned dress in her wedding and it was beautiful
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makeup forever wrote:
29) 4/3/2009 10:38:29 AM
YES! I think this is a marvelous idea. It's economical, plus helping the environment or various causes by purchasing already worn dresses. This is a win/win situation. I am thinking of donating my wedding dress for breast cancer research.
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mani_model wrote:
30) 4/3/2009 10:39:07 AM
Great Site!! Definitely will recommend this to my engaged friends.
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Mscamp wrote:
31) 4/3/2009 10:40:21 AM
Although every bride wants to be one of a kind, this is an amazing idea...very ideal for this state in time. Not everyone can afford that special dress, but if you can find one to fulfill your dreams at a reasonable price-Go for it! Again, great idea.
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DeniCarr wrote:
32) 4/3/2009 10:41:08 AM
I wouldn't mind buying a used gown. It's definitely worth saving money for. I know it's supposed to be a special day for everyone, so the idea of wearing someone else's dress may be tacky, but if it saves you a lot of money it's definitely worth it.. I just don't know if I'd be willing to sell my dress. I may want to pass it down to my daughter one day.
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Davina wrote:
33) 4/3/2009 10:41:42 AM
as long as the dress is still in great condition, i don't see why not! anything that can save money is great.
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Ankoku-jin wrote:
34) 4/3/2009 10:42:20 AM
Why not? I think it's a huge waste to spend thousands on a dress that's only worn once. It could also give you the opportunity to buy an heirloom-quality dress to pass down the generations.
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lynnette h wrote:
35) 4/3/2009 10:43:00 AM
i dont think i'd do this.....i plan on saving my gown either for my daughters of as a just because. that and i dont like white, so i'm making my own gown out of red silk!
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soonergirl wrote:
36) 4/3/2009 10:45:00 AM
Used wedding dresses are such a great money saving idea! Why pay hundred and thousands of dollars for something you will wear once and put in the closet. The only downsize would be alterations. Many people have the dress altered to fit them exactly but if you found one that fit you would have a bargain!
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Spoken wrote:
37) 4/3/2009 10:48:59 AM
A great place to also find bridal dresses cheap, is during David Bridal's $99 sale. The dresses are absolutely gorgeous and you pay less than half for them. Also surprisingly try Craigslist. When I was helping my best friend find her dress we found wonderful deals there. Keep your local classifieds in mind too. You would be surprised what you find there. Happy shopping ladies.
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tiffsoule wrote:
38) 4/3/2009 10:49:08 AM
I will be donating my wedding dress-thank you so much for this information! :-) I think it's a nice way to help people afford their weddings. I would prefer to help in some way than to keep my dress in a box in the basement!
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melodyrose16 wrote:
39) 4/3/2009 10:54:31 AM
I don't know if i could ever part with my wedding dress...I know I'd never wear it again, but I'm way to sentimental.
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Princessfly wrote:
40) 4/3/2009 11:05:48 AM
I don't know. Buying secondhand sound like the perfect way to look like an absolute dream on your wedding day, without having BAD dreams sbout your dress's price tag afterwards. But geting married is such a special thing, I'd want everything to be special and personal, just for me, and wearing another person's wedding dress doesnt quite fit into that. I think biting the bullet on the front end and paying the big buck, then selling the dress to somewhat reimburse myself, is the plan that fits me best.
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momala wrote:
41) 4/3/2009 11:05:57 AM
I wish that there were these sites way back when I got married (100 years ago LOL). I googled the gowns and the prices shown on the websites Achelle posted in her blog are very competitive. WOW! Makes me want to have a re-newal ceremony. If I were in the market to buy a wedding gown, I definately would shop oncewed and the others shown. We were very casual when we got married, so I don't have a gown that I have kept, but if I did, I think that I would "recycle" sell it. Why not? Everyone winds up benefiting in the end. :-)
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Destinymw wrote:
42) 4/3/2009 11:11:00 AM
I think the preowned wedding dress web site is such an awesome idea. When I got married I was stuck with carrying my dress from move to move and then storing it in my storage building for years. Then finally I ended up giving it away which broke my heart since I had spent so much money on and it was such a beautiful gown. If i ever do decide to get remarried one day I will know where to come to get that amazing gown without the outrages prices. Thank you to whoever came up with that idea. even tho it is to late for me i will pass on the word to my girlfriends!
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JC108 wrote:
43) 4/3/2009 11:12:32 AM
As always great information to keep us all up to speed and still with in our budget...thanks E.L.F.!!!
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cherrayblossom wrote:
44) 4/3/2009 11:15:20 AM
I think it is a great idea and option especially with our current economy. I believe that many budget conscious bride-to-be's would jump at the chance to be able to wear a designer gown and feel like a princess on their special day. I personally can't imagine spending several thousands of dollars on a dress that I will only wear one time, even if it is for the biggest day of my life. For me, I would definitely recommend shopping the pre-owned gown sites to at least browse the dresses, because you never know, you may find the gown of your dreams!
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JMo wrote:
45) 4/3/2009 11:15:31 AM
This is something I really need to do because I have a wedding dress that I never wore and would like to get just a little bit of money for it, rather than just donating it to Goodwill (which, of course, I will do if I cannot sell it after all). Thanx for the multiple websites!!
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Nana123 wrote:
46) 4/3/2009 11:19:03 AM
Both are actually a neat idea. NOw with the economy the way it is who doesnt need that extra cash back in their pockets.
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Great bargains wrote:
47) 4/3/2009 11:19:33 AM
My friend is getting married in a few months and she might be interested in these
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usman006 wrote:
48) 4/3/2009 11:24:24 AM
At first when I read the question, I thought to myself that I would definitely not want to buy a used gown. But then When I got to thinking about it, I realized buying a used designer gown would honestly be okay. Most women wear wedding gowns once in their life, so why should it matter whether its used or not, as long as it looks amazing on you.
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Keturah wrote:
49) 4/3/2009 11:19:13 AM
I think I would definitely try not to get a pre-owned one. I think memories and everything special is piled and goes unspoken in your own wedding dress, to wear someone else's wouldn't be my own. The wedding dress is something I would keep forever so I don't think I would sell mine either. Maybe to pass down through family generations, but to a complete stranger hhmmmmmm....I think I would keep my dress-it's apart of you and your husband.
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CousinWigs wrote:
50) 4/3/2009 11:27:49 AM
I would absolutley consider a preowned gown. What a waste for beautiful gowns to just sit in box somewhere for years. I am actually getting married this summer, but we already have three children together so we are doing a small private, casual ceremony on the beach combined with our family vacation and I am just wearing a pretty white cotton dress along with my daughters., He's wearing white cargos,white shirt as is my son.
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Na'Diah wrote:
51) 4/3/2009 11:30:06 AM
i would definitely purchase a pre-owed wedding gown. iundersatnd that life brings about unexpected changes and helping a bride (proposed bride) relieve a financial burden is priceless as I still own brand new, size 8 David's Bridal gown. I never even had to try it on bc the one in the store fit perfect. The dress was perfect but lets just say the relationship wasn't.
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AshleyJ wrote:
52) 4/3/2009 11:32:56 AM
I'm not sure if I would buy a pre-owned gown, only because I'm so picky about what I like. I might consider selling my gown but I would have to make sure my fiance was okay with it :o)To me, the gown isn't the memory.. it's the wedding and the marriage that make memories. If my dress were handed down through the family I wouldn't sell it though :o)
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Peggy2 wrote:
53) 4/3/2009 11:33:05 AM
Their is nothing wrong with wearing a pre-owned dress. Sometimes you have a budget but that beautiful dress is just out of sight. Go for it!
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Why Not wrote:
54) 4/3/2009 11:33:36 AM
Wedding dresses are so expensive and in times like these it is wise to save a little money and in the process get what you want. There is nothing wrong with a used dress because it has so much character. Also, if well taken care of no one noes the difference between new and used.
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Star180 wrote:
55) 4/3/2009 11:34:20 AM
I don't think I could use a pre-owned wedding gown...it just seems to personal. That and I've always wanted to design my own wedding dress or have a themed wedding.
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Allison Ray wrote:
56) 4/3/2009 11:39:41 AM
I can see buying one...but I am holding onto mine for now!!
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jennp wrote:
57) 4/3/2009 11:42:26 AM
wow i haven't thought about buying a pre owned dress. even though its going to be years since i will be engaged and married, it makes me rethink if i should buy a new dress !
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I do! wrote:
58) 4/3/2009 11:43:17 AM
What a great idea! There are so many auction and trading sites out there, it's about time there were more specialized sites. I would totally buy a used wedding dress. Recycling at it's best!
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Darko wrote:
59) 4/3/2009 11:47:06 AM
I would buy a pre-owned wedding gown. A friend of mine and I were just talking about the whole prom dress, bride's maid, wedding gown issue and for what you pay for these dresses to just put them in a closet and let the moths have them is ridiculous. Not to mention that most are quite beautiful and were meant to be worn, not hidden away.
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mysticmoons wrote:
60) 4/3/2009 11:48:00 AM
Yes! Of course I would buy a preowned dress. I love thrift stores and I find all kinds of bargins everytime I go, so I would buy my wedding dress used. I probably would not sell my dress though, I would wanna keep it and have it preseved.
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Moss2 wrote:
61) 4/3/2009 11:48:31 AM
This is a great idea. If i do find the dress i really like,i dont think i would sell it at all. Maybe save it for my daughter in the future? Ha.
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Leanna wrote:
62) 4/3/2009 11:52:04 AM
i would buy one as long as it was in perfect condition and it was my dream dress. i dont know if i would sell my dress because it has such a great memories.
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nettajean wrote:
63) 4/3/2009 11:52:14 AM
I'd buy a pre-owned gown. A wedding should reflect your style and taste and my style and taste is usual frugal and within budget. I'm all for sharing a gown. Plus, if you are into being 'green' this is a great way to recycle.
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Spokenme08 wrote:
64) 4/3/2009 11:54:43 AM
I see no problem with it, some of the best dresses I've see have come from thrift stores.
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mckenzie407 wrote:
65) 4/3/2009 11:55:00 AM
I'm cheep so i would buy from one of the listed sites.. you get them customized anyways.. and i wold also sell too becuase I do it all the time on craigslist.com
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Cats wrote:
66) 4/3/2009 12:01:53 PM
I think given our current economic times, it would be a great idea to buy a pre-owned wedding dress. However, I know many women out there would love to own their very OWN dress. I would personally want to buy a brand new one and say that it's mine.
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multicoloredhair wrote:
67) 4/3/2009 12:02:02 PM
I would happily buy a pre-owned wedding gown. I mean it's only been worn once. I'm getting married this summer, so I'm going to have to check this site out.
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Erin Emily wrote:
68) 4/3/2009 12:05:31 PM
I got married a few years ago and have often thought about selling my wedding gown. I tried using Craigslist, but the site wouldn't let me upload the professional photos due to the size. I hesitate to try E-Bay as I don't like the whole online auction type scenario and the shipping involved. I was excited to see the three sites you mentioned in this blog and will most definitely look into these to see if I can indeed sell my gown! And if I was getting married soon, I would definitely look for a used gown---in these economic times, it would be crazy to NOT look into it!!
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onekidgirl wrote:
69) 4/3/2009 12:07:50 PM
I wouldn't sell mine and I won't buy a pre-owned dress. Though, I still think that selling pre-owned dresses are fine. For a dance that we had in high school, we asked around the school for any teachers to donate any old dress that they owned for students to buy at a cheap price. Believe it or not, there were lots of nice and interesting dresses from the 70s-80s. Before the dance, the dresses were all sold out!
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Ashley H wrote:
70) 4/3/2009 12:09:35 PM
I don't think I would sell my wedding gown (in the future - I am not currently married) because it has sentimental value but I would buy a used gown if it was in good shape and a good bargain.
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Katie G wrote:
71) 4/3/2009 12:10:30 PM
I think buying a wedding dress secondhand is perfectly fine! Sometimes, the dress of your dreams isn't available in your price range, so what's wrong with buying it secondhand? It's still YOUR dress on YOUR special day. You'll be able to keep it forever and cherish it because you got your dream dress and didn't settle for anything less :)
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ahh yeah! wrote:
72) 4/3/2009 12:16:08 PM
I don't think I would ever sell my wedding dress unless I posiblly got a divorse and it ended nasty and i don't think I would ever buy a used wedding dress.
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Bellie wrote:
73) 4/3/2009 12:18:22 PM
I think this sounds like a great idea. I wish that I would have known about it when I got married last summer.
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curlybailey wrote:
74) 4/3/2009 2:32:51 PM
Since there are so many people who get divorced these days It is a good way to get rid of something that reminds you of an unpleasant situation.
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CherryBLossom wrote:
75) 4/3/2009 2:56:21 PM
I agree with a lot of people here, I wouldn't want a pre-owned dress. It's one of the most important days in my life so I would want something original and of my own. I don't mind buying a dress and keeping it for years to come. I guess it's something that I would want to keep and look back on.
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Isabella wrote:
76) 4/3/2009 12:19:59 PM
I think that the idea is good especially in a time of economic hardship. However, I think personally I would really have to be on a budget for me to get a used dress. I think girls tend to dream about their wedding since they are young and they have these standards in their mind about what kind of ring they want, what kind of dress, what kind of reception, etc. And I think for the most part a second hand dress isn't what they planned. That's definitely not to say it doesn't have its merits but from what i understand, it's not like you can try on the dress and decide you don't like it and return it and I think clothes are a rather personal thing because what fits for one person doesn't fit the same way for another.
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bltbb wrote:
77) 4/3/2009 12:28:26 PM
Absolutely I would buy a pre owned gown. I am looking right now for my niece that is getting married in August. These websites will help me out tremendously. Thanks
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dani2018 wrote:
78) 4/3/2009 12:32:50 PM
I think I would buy a pre-owned wedding dress if it was in good condition and well taken care of. And I would sell mine, because it just gets left in the closet forever anyways. I would keep the vail and flowers as keepsakes but I would sell the dress.
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Chelle ma belle wrote:
79) 4/3/2009 12:36:01 PM
My wedding dress needs to all my own- what if the dress' first owner got divorced? Bad Karma.
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amh wrote:
80) 4/3/2009 12:37:06 PM
Wonderful! I have been looking for a place to sell mine. No sense in keeping it!
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Teaser Articles wrote:
81) 4/3/2009 12:52:05 PM
so nice- weddings are way too much! I wish I had known about this!!
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cm_xeverandevero wrote:
82) 4/3/2009 1:01:17 PM
This website is fantastic im so gla that they put it on here!! thank you!
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stacee wrote:
83) 4/3/2009 1:03:35 PM
I personally would never buy a used wedding dress. My wedding day is my special day and I want to feel special..I wouldn't feel as special knowing someone else used this exact same dress on their big day. I would however like the idea of selling my dress afterwards..although parting with it would be very unlikely :).
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mama ta wrote:
84) 4/3/2009 1:06:59 PM
I would absolutely use one of those websites when I decide to tie the knot. Seeing my two older sisters and brother get married I know how rediculously expensive weddings can be. If the dresses are cleaned and in near-perfect condition then why not? I could never blow a thousand dollars on a dress that I will only wear once. That's wasteful. Besides men have been renting their Tuxes for years. If you can look and feel fabulous for much less then why not? ....... That's why I use E.L.F. :)
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Heather-Kansas wrote:
85) 4/3/2009 1:09:16 PM
I dont think I will ever be able to part with my wedding gown but I have a friend who actually found her dream dress on a similar website for way way cheaper than it would have been brand new. I think when it comes to wedding dresses you just know what one is "destined" to be yours new or not!
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cadillacgirl wrote:
86) 4/3/2009 1:13:39 PM
I would get a preowned gown for the right price. If I could find the gown I really wanted for less I would buy it and get it dry cleaned. It would still be cheaper than paying retail.
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Alove wrote:
87) 4/3/2009 1:13:57 PM
I would TOTALLY buy a used wedding gown. Wedding dresses are so expensive now, why not buy a beautiful dress, have it cleaned, and all for less than what you would originally pay? Plus you're really only using the dress for that one day!
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glowstrz wrote:
88) 4/3/2009 1:14:05 PM
Weddings are expensive! If I found my perfect dress on one of these "preowned" sites, I would totally go for it!
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*kat-tastic* wrote:
89) 4/3/2009 1:28:22 PM
I would totally get a pre owned wedding gown! Now and days a lot of people can't afford to go out and spend thousands of dollars on a wedding gown but they still want to look beautiful and what better way to look beautiful on a budget then a discounted pre owned gown?! I'm all for it!!!
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TV84 wrote:
90) 4/3/2009 1:29:55 PM
Awesome!! Thanks for the insight. I have several friends getting married and this will be another asset for cash savings. I would also recommend your local craigslist, which is a great resource for bridesmaid dresses as well as wedding goodies, like candels bubbles and favors. TV
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kitty_kat wrote:
91) 4/3/2009 1:39:15 PM
For me, I'm not big on keeping clothing around just for the sentimental value. A wedding dress will surely have some great memories attached, but why let a dress hang in your closet forever? I think it would be a nice thing to sell your dress once you're done, especially if it cost a lot! Instead of gathering dust for years, you allow another woman to wear it and create memories of her own. Pass the love around!
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Kaylac84 wrote:
92) 4/3/2009 1:48:04 PM
Another site you can use is BravoBride.com
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PJ009baby wrote:
93) 4/3/2009 1:53:41 PM
I would totally buy pre owned! who knows... it could have been worn by a famous celeb or something!!
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panhinhi wrote:
94) 4/3/2009 1:56:22 PM
I think this a great way for some of the ladies out there that cant afford a 5000 dollar dress or maybe they just dont want to spend that much so they can splurge for other stuff for their wedding. But personally i would never sell my wedding dress because i looove memorabilia. :)
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annerox wrote:
95) 4/3/2009 1:56:58 PM
I think a pre-owned dress is a great idea. the idea of spending 5000$ on a dress you wear once, (maybe twice or three times these days) is outrageous. I will definately be buying used or on the cheap!
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bandchick1823 wrote:
96) 4/3/2009 2:00:10 PM
Honestly with today's economy I believe that this is a great idea, to re-sell used gowns. There are some people who want to keep their gowns for sentimental reasons, but honestly, when are you ever going to wear it again, and twenty, thirty years down the line, is your imaginary daughter really going to want to wear a dress that is out-dated? I would definitely look into purchasing a wedding dress from one of the above sites, especially if it happens to be my dream wedding dress for a fraction of the cost!!
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cupidgirl wrote:
97) 4/3/2009 2:09:13 PM
personally, I would not buy a used or sell my wedding dress. to me, the dress is far too personal & sentimental to "share" with another woman & her special day-
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ChrissyLove wrote:
98) 4/3/2009 2:09:54 PM
My best friend is getting married this Summer and we have discussed the idea of her buying a used dress. It seems odd to me because your wedding dress is your special momento from the big day, you are supposed to keep it for your whole life and pass it down to future generations. I don't know why someone would sell it or give it away in the first place but I certainly wouldn't. On the other hand, it is cost efficient and for my friend (who's on an especially tight budget) it may be the only way to get the dress of her *dreams*!
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Tiffani wrote:
99) 4/3/2009 2:18:27 PM
Pre-owned is a lot cheaper! I am helping with a wedding this summer so I will be sure to pass the word! Thanks Achelle~!
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Cute Lolita Doll wrote:
100) 4/3/2009 2:26:22 PM
Better than spending a lot of money on a dress that you will only wear once.
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Kate9 wrote:
101) 4/3/2009 2:30:44 PM
How exciting! I didn't know those existed. I definitely would get one because it would save me a ton of money and it would help the environment plus nobody has to know it's pre-owned.
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SherylS wrote:
102) 4/3/2009 2:32:02 PM
I'd definitely use this service in the future. I know a lot of women keep their dresses after getting married, so this is unbelievable that there are websites for pre-owned wedding gowns.
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pmga wrote:
103) 4/3/2009 2:10:41 PM
I would not sell my wedding dress. Though I know I will never wear it again, being able to look at it and remember my wedding is fun. Maybe my daughter will want to wear it one day. The dress I bought was a floor model that would not be carried next year. I only paid $200, plus $75 in alterations, and I had the perfect dress that fit me perfectly. Also, I would never buy a wedding dress online. There is something about trying them on, touching the fabric, seeing the color against your skin that makes buying it in a store really important. That being said, I bought my wedding dress at a store over 2 hours from home - so may need to search a while!
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sexandtheweddingdress wrote:
104) 4/3/2009 2:46:41 PM
I personally would buy a used wedding dress ONLY and only if it was a designer gown because usually a person who spends big money on this type of gown would more than likely take good care of it. Besides you could always have it steamed or professionally dry cleaned if you really are afraid of germs. I think its sweet that people have even considered doing this. Overall if I saw my dream dress on one of these websites I would totally buy one "Hello Lover" hehe
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cherilyndimond wrote:
105) 4/3/2009 3:55:35 PM
When I got married, I looked on eBay for wedding dresses because I couldn't find anything in town that was like the picture I had in my head... very simple, long, draped in the back. The places in town (Austin, TX) that weren't high-end, super expensive boutiques only had those weird giant pouffy dresses. So I looked on eBay and saw a Nicole Miller dress that caught my eye. I was on vacation at the time and by the time I got home and checked on it again, the auction was over. So on a whim, I emailed the winning bidder and offered to buy it from her after her wedding was over! (A twice used wedding dress!:) As it turned out, she had received the dress, it didn't fit her, and she was willing to sell it to me for slightly more than she bought it for. It arrived and after a few minor adjustments, it fit! The whole experience was a lot easier and cheaper and less taxing than traipsing all over town all trying on a bunch of ugly dresses that I couldn't afford! I'm not sure how much Nicole Miller wedding dresses cost new, but I only paid $80 for my dress... I think that's pretty good!
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MissJAC wrote:
106) 4/3/2009 4:00:10 PM
Wow! Now that I know where to find the dress, all I need is a fiance
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kiki345 wrote:
107) 4/3/2009 4:04:06 PM
wow. im torn between amazed at their thriftines and horrified at their cheapness. for those that cannot afford a more expensive gown, im glad they have it. but for those who are just reselling it, i feel sad hat you dont have that keepsake anymore...
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Ann S. wrote:
108) 4/3/2009 4:19:03 PM
I would absolutely get a pre-owned wedding gown or sell mine. It's a great way to recycle gowns that are in perfectly good shape, and for people (like me) who dream of wearing a designer dress to their wedding but maybe can't afford it, now has the chance for their dream to come true!
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Corndog wrote:
109) 4/3/2009 4:30:34 PM
I don't recommend selling your wedding gown. My sister did that and got sewed because the lady claimed she sold her a dirty and torn dress. A day in court and the stress is just on worth it.
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yokyc7 wrote:
110) 4/3/2009 4:40:00 PM
I would, this one is a great opportunity for those brides who look for a cheap solution for their wedding day, i know that is the most important day of your life, but it is only one day, so you better seek for options that helps your budget and you can continue with style.
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Rose-mag wrote:
111) 4/3/2009 5:35:23 PM
I'm not sure about a 2nd-hand wedding gown. Instead, I bought mine in a outlet which was on a removal sale. End up it costed me only $128 for 3 dresses, 2 wedding gowns and 1 party dress. They are so adorable and just got some much accompliment. They are Jessica McClintock and each of them costs hundreds. Anyway, I still hang on with my 3 dresses, maybe leave them to my daughter when she grows up.
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rinyrainy wrote:
112) 4/3/2009 5:48:58 PM
I dont think I would ever get a pre owned wedding gown. . i mean how many times do u get to wear a real wedding gown in ur life? might as well be new =)
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fireflyspace23 wrote:
113) 4/3/2009 8:19:40 PM
As the saying goes you must have something blue, something borrwed, and something new. Well, why can't that be wedding dresses- if its still good why must we insist on wasting our money when we could simply recycle and save.
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TREE wrote:
114) 4/3/2009 9:30:16 PM
I did get a pre-owned wedding gown. I saw my dream wedding gown at Goodwill for $50 and my 1st husband bought it for me. If it is the dress that you want then it shouldn't matter if it is new or previously owned.
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DC chica wrote:
115) 4/3/2009 9:56:40 PM
I am not really impressed by designer tags on things, but am always looking for a deal. My wedding dress was only about $350 including all the alterations, and if I found THE dress and it was an expensive designer, I would be much happier accepting a second-use dress than paying full price. Plus, it's way more "green" reuse! As far as selling my own--never really thought about it until now, but perhaps I would be willing. Not sure if my mom would be!
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Aishah wrote:
116) 4/4/2009 12:02:12 AM
Although I wouldn't wear a used dress, I would consider selling mine if I really needed the money. I'm too sentimental to sell it otherwise :)
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tagless_nameless wrote:
117) 4/4/2009 2:55:22 AM
I say that these websites that offer wedding gown re-sale is brilliant! The concept is so enticing because it offers a choice - if it doesn't work out with your ex-spouse, and the memories are so painful, then you should try to get your investment back, or atleast a portion of it. I know some brides might think it a bad omen, but think of it this way. Not every dress there has been sold to the company because of memories of a painful divorce. Some might have been sold because of financial reasons - in this economy, everyone is trying to save a buck. Technically, it's a great idea because it's a win-win situation. The previous owner gets some money for the dress and the buyer gets a discounted price for a beautiful dress!
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doc4eyez wrote:
118) 4/4/2009 8:35:59 AM
I too wanted the most beautiful dress when I married...and was fortunate to find a clearance that was exactly what I was looking for! Now during tougher economic times and taking into consideration resources, perhaps I would rethink a gently-used gown....especially since there are so many wonderful outlets now. The other thing that I think of when I read posts on this subject is how much preparation and emotional investment goes into the ceremony, the dress, the event....and it is not really about the event, it is about the marriage. I had the wedding of my dreams, absolutely everything I wanted. In hindsight I wish I had spent at least 50% of that investment in my marriage, preparing for everything needed to sustain a lifelong commitment. Sorry, girls, to sound like a downer....but really, really think about the marriage at least as much, and even more, than the ceremony and the dress. You all deserve a lifetime of happiness, not just wedding day bliss!!
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jm wrote:
119) 4/4/2009 10:11:19 AM
I think this is a great idea. My wedding dress has been sitting in my closet for 5 yrs. now and now I'm going to jump on this website and sell it. Thank You!
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crazy nancy wrote:
120) 4/4/2009 3:15:38 PM
i just got engaged and saving money is hard to do when planning a wedding. i think its a great idea to buy a beautiful wedding dress for so much less regardless if its already been worn
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frenchykatz wrote:
121) 4/4/2009 6:56:46 PM
I would definitely buy a preowned gown if I liked it. It would be the only way I could afford a designer gown.
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Sheyenne94 wrote:
122) 4/4/2009 8:49:39 PM
I think that this would be okay cause I mean you wear the dress once. And you want to look beautiful on your special day. With hard times here we dont have lots to spend.
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jenny07 wrote:
123) 4/5/2009 9:30:51 AM
I am getting married within the next year or so and I am trying to save as much money as possible. This is so great! Now maybe I can get the dress I want, at a fraction of the cost!!! Thank you!
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MakeupTaz192 wrote:
124) 4/5/2009 12:01:29 PM
I Believe that i would end up selling my dress.Even though some preowned dresses may be in good condition, its still just the fact that someone had previously worn it on her special day. And i would want to wear my own type of wedding dress on mine.
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katk906862 wrote:
125) 4/6/2009 1:03:08 AM
It's funny that this question was asked. I went wedding dress shopping with a friend the other day at a shop and she found an amazing "used" dress. I would definitely buy a dress from a used or discounted shop because it's just one day that begins the rest of your life and that means you should look nice without going broke. Saving money is definitely a concern for me :-) so I would get a discounted/used dress!
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Liz000 wrote:
126) 4/6/2009 10:06:47 AM
What a great program! I bet they're making a lot of people's dreams come true--something to remember for when I get married!!
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AnnieMoore wrote:
127) 4/8/2009 11:18:19 AM
I will totally use these web sites. Future bride on a budget here...thanks!
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my#1makeup wrote:
128) 4/8/2009 2:43:50 PM
I think that is a wonderful way to do Wedding dresses.I still have mine. It has been in a box for 10 years and it takes up alot of room, I would maybe consider to sell it someday. And for those who whould but a used dress it would save you losts of $ I spent 900.00 on mine and I loved it, but if there was used ones I would consider it as long as it was in excellent condition.
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klcmaher wrote:
129) 4/8/2009 6:21:40 PM
With the economy the way it is, and the cost of weddings now, heck yes I would buy a used dress, and sell my dress after the honeymoon! What are you going to do with it after the wedding? Put it in a box and put it up in the attic? Save it for your daughter/cousin/neice? Not me! My daughters wouldnt have worn my dress if I had kept it (I sold it after the divorce!). It just makes better sense now days to get something back out of it.
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mrs.dandy wrote:
130) 4/9/2009 7:07:58 AM
wish I would have seen this before getting married! what a wonderful idea! thanks Achella
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Bobby's Girl wrote:
131) 4/10/2009 12:06:46 PM
I bought my wedding dress as a preowned one. The reality is that neither the wedding nor the dress makes the marriage and for me it was unrealistic to spend so much on a new dress just for the sake of it being new. I loved my dress and I saved alot buying it pre-owned. It still cost $399 but it was well worth it.
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kimballco2 wrote:
132) 4/11/2009 12:14:53 PM
Your special day will still be special whether you buy a brand new gown or a resale gown. Many women cannot afford the gowns they see in all the magazines. To own a Vera Wang or Monique Lhuillier gown is often only a dream. To be afforded this opportunity is tremendous and will only make the brides day that much more special. I see nothing wrong with purchasing a pre-owned dress. I would even consider selling mine. To afford someone else the same happiness I had in wearing my gown is a gift.
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fatiman1014@yahoo.com wrote:
133) 4/15/2009 11:58:29 AM
personally, i wouldn't want to sell my wedding gown. i would rather pass it down to my daughter, niece, sister, etc. about buying pre-owned wedding gowns, i think it's a great idea! you save a lot of money and what really matters the most is that you find your dream gown and wear happily on your wedding day; they've also been worn only once so it's not really that used. for much older gowns, most vintage ones are really cute. also, in Sex and the City movie, carrie b. married in a vintage wedding outfit. =D
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Katrina255 wrote:
134) 4/16/2009 8:31:57 AM
Definatly will be going to these, getting married soon and i need to find a dress!!!
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Alikat wrote:
135) 4/16/2009 2:08:05 PM
YES! THERE ARE EVEN WEBSITE TO RENT A DRESS
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