What will you do with your bridesmaid dresses after the wedding? If it’s a formal frock and you would like to keep in its pristine state to wear to another formal occasion in the future, consider bringing it to a wedding dress preservation specialist.

If you’re sure your bridesmaid dress won’t be worn again in its present state, you might bring it to an alterations expert to have it cut down into a shorter “dressy” dress. Fortunately today’s styles allow for hemlines of all lengths whether mini or midi. Your tailor is sure to have suggestions as to which length will work best for the style of dress.

Still, you don’t have to wear your bridesmaid dress again if you’re not inclined. Rather than relegating the dress to the back of your closet, consider donating it to a wedding or formal wear consignment shop. The consignment shop will work with you to get a good price for the dress and split the profits – usually 50-50 or 60 – 40.

A thrift shop is also happy to accept formal items as well. Some will buy your dress from you, but don’t expect much. Others will expect you to donate the dress since profits are for charity. And you can sell your bridesmaid dress on ebay.

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