{"id":324754,"date":"2022-08-11T14:31:44","date_gmt":"2022-08-11T13:31:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/whimsicalwonderlandweddings.com\/?p=324754"},"modified":"2024-11-08T12:19:35","modified_gmt":"2024-11-08T12:19:35","slug":"wedding-dress-after-wedding","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wedissimo.com\/blog\/wedding-dress-after-wedding\/","title":{"rendered":"Special Things To Do With Your Wedding Dress After The Day"},"content":{"rendered":"

So you’ve had the best time ever, wearing your wedding dress<\/strong> to celebrate your marriage. But it can feel sad that the day is over and you may not get to wear your dress of dreams again.<\/p>\n

I totally get it, in fact, my dress is still in my wardrobe, sadly gathering dust (in its protective cover) without anyone enjoying it.<\/p>\n

It’s doubtful that I will get to re-wear it. That’s to say if I can still fit into it! So what are the options? What can you do with your dress post-wedding?<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Peter Hughes Photography<\/a> via Aquapetra Resort Spa Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

Straight-After Your Wedding<\/h2>\n

First things first, before making any concrete decisions about the future of your dress<\/strong>. There are some things you should think about doing. These will be useful to, buy you time to make your choice and to keep your dress in tip-top condition.<\/p>\n

With any luck, your gown will have a little bit of wear and tear. Luck you ask? Why? Well, because that means you enjoyed your day, let your hair down and partied hard.<\/p>\n

It’s normal to have a few stains, especially around the hem. I was married in the woods and my dress was a little discoloured around the bottom hem. But if you go about it the right way, and quickly, you should be able to fix any stains.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Katherine Ashdown Photography<\/a> via Holkham Hall Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

Clean It<\/h3>\n

Get in touch with a professional wedding dress preserver or dry cleaner<\/strong> as soon as possible. Time is of the essence as stains can set in the longer you leave it. When looking for an expert dress cleaner, be sure to check out their credentials and reviews. You could also ask your dress boutique for their dry cleaner recommendations.<\/p>\n

You can DIY washing your gown<\/strong>, however, it is risky. If your dress has a lot of sentimental value and was expensive, don’t be shy of investing in restoring it. Funds may be low after your wedding, but you won’t want to regret the possibility of shrinking or setting stains in deeper by cleaning it yourself.<\/p>\n

Ideally, it is a good idea to have outfit cleaning a part of your wedding budgeting. So if you are still in the process of planning, pop the costs into your wedding budget spreadsheet<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Camilla Andrea Photography<\/a> via Modern Pink Wedding Ideas<\/a><\/p>\n

Fix It<\/h3>\n

Then, it’s worth checking over your dress. Are there any embellishments missing or lose stitching? Some dresses may come with extras such as spare buttons\/sequins. If you have these, take them to your seamstress to fix<\/strong>. A seamstress may also be able to make any other repairs to ensure your gown looks perfect again.<\/p>\n

Store It<\/h3>\n

Finally, with your dress clean and fixed, it can be stored<\/strong>. I am storing my own dress by hanging it in my wardrobe in it’s protective cover. However, it may be safer to buy a special dress box to keep your gown in. Then store in a dark and dry place that’s safe from heat and any other harmful elements.<\/p>\n

What To Do With My Wedding Dress After The Wedding?<\/h2>\n

I’ve researched all the options so you don’t have to. I will be sharing them with you so that you can feel content about the new life you have planned for your gown.<\/p>\n

Keep It<\/h3>\n

Quite simply, you keep your dress<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

You could keep your gown for a rainy day to pass on to someone else, or just for you to enjoy and look at whenever you wish. There is actually no need to do anything<\/strong> with your gown post-wedding.<\/p>\n

Displaying your dress as artwork is another option. Framing your gown or displaying<\/strong> it on a mannequin is lovely, but be careful of your dress disintegrating or discolouring over time.<\/p>\n

\"Wedding Photo: Photos By Hash<\/a> via Beer Garden Wedding<\/a><\/p>\n

Sell Sell Sell or Rent?<\/h3>\n

Selling a wedding dress<\/strong> is a popular choice. There is a reason there are so many specialist wedding dress marketplaces.<\/p>\n

But when selling a dress, try to have a strategy<\/strong>:<\/p>\n