I'm Married, Now What? Wedding Dress Repurposing

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!

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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!

2. 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!

3. 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.

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

   
   

5. 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.

   
   

Photo by Pat Robinson Photography