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I'm Married, Now What? Wedding Dress Repurposing

  • Merida
  • Apr 3, 2025
  • 1 min read

Three dresses on hangers, including a long white gown, a layered dress, and a sequined top, hang on a mirror in a yellow room.
Photo by Alex Medvick Photography

"What do I do with my wedding dress, now that I'm married?"

I get this question about repurposing a wedding dress frequently, and it's definitely a good one! Fair warning, this won't be the Pinterest version. There's loads of crafty ish on there that I just can't do, and thus it would be dishonest for me to present it as a bright idea. If you can do it, though, tag me in pics- I'd love to see!

Two women in elegant lace wedding gowns stand by a large tree in a lush park. The setting is serene with a soft, natural light.
Photo by That Werks Photography

  1. Donate- This one might seem a bit odd, but a lot of local thrift shops will take them. It's a tax write-off, you're providing a lovely gown to another person that will adore it, and you're raising money for a good cause. It's a hat-trick win!

  1. Get it shortened or dyed- Definitely go to the professionals for this one. It's a great way to wear your favorite dress again and again!

  1. Trash the Dress- This used to be for when women either didn't make it to the altar, or got divorced. Now, it's just a really fun way to do something with your dress, whether it's paintball, getting in a pool or the ocean, or even Painting with a Twist on the dress.

  1. Get it Preserved- put it in a shadow box like the expensive piece of art it is.


  2. Sell it- Lots of second-hand shops will buy it from you. Bear in mind that what you get for it, will likely not be close to the amount you originally paid for it.


Bride in a lace gown sitting on a bed, adjusting her shoe. Vintage furniture and floral pillows in the background. Elegant and serene mood.
Photo by Pat Robinson Photography

 
 
 

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tavevi8483
Aug 25

It is so refreshing to see a practical take on post-wedding fashion instead of the usual, unrealistic DIY trends. I personally love the idea of donating, though I’ve seen people turn their gowns into DIY projects that ended up looking like a bad quality maker experiment gone wrong. Honestly, professional tailoring or thoughtful preservation seems like the only way to respect such a significant piece of clothing while actually making it useful again. Great post!

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