Afternoon ladies and gents, did you see this morning’s stunning inspiration video and photoshoot? I want to shift my attentions to bridal attire in this blog post. Many of my readers contact me asking where they can go to look for second hand, or for want of a much better expression, ‘pre-loved’ wedding dresses. There are several reputable websites out there selling pre-loved wedding dresses and today I’d like to introduce you to one of them, ‘Pre Owned Wedding Dresses‘.
Founded by Josie Daga in 2004, Pre Owned Wedding Dresses has since become a worldwide authority and trusted online resource for second hand wedding dresses. After multiple attempts to sell her own wedding gown via existing traditional online resources, Josie decided to create her own website.
Today, Pre Owned Wedding Dresses offer an online facility where you can search from literally hundreds of pre-loved dresses to find something that matches your size, your style preferences and your budget. You can search by designer, size or use advanced search tools to really nail down the hunt for your perfect dress. Remembering that the sizing used on the site is American, a helpful sizing guide is available here.
Below, Alvina Valenta….
Love My Dress Wedding Blog – Photograophy Copyright (c) 2012, Pre Owned Wedding Dresses
If you are a little lost and looking for some inspiration, you can browse through the ‘Dresses We Love’, ‘Best Dresses for your Shape’ and ‘Best Deals’ pages. There are also several categories of dress to browse through, including classic, modern, glamorous, romantic, modest and sexy.
I have visited the Pre Owned Wedding Dresses website myself several times and love how Josie has created a really intuitive resource – everything is laid out beautifully and every bit of information you could want or need on a second hand wedding dress is provided. There is also a section to find the perfect pre-owned wedding accessory to help complete your overall wedding day look.
From left below, Monique Lhuillier, Paloma Blanca and Jenny Packham…
Pre Owned Wedding Dresses are currently running a promotion where you can win a wedding dress of your choice – you need to enter by 31st January however, so hurry! All of the gowns you see on this page are eligible to be won. And don’t be put off by the fact you will be shipping this dress in from overseas if you win – a local seamstress will be able to make any alterations to ensure the gown fits you perfectly come your wedding day…
Below from left to right, Nicole Miller, J Crew and Elizabeth Fillmore…
If you are a little nervous about purchasing a second hand wedding dress or shipping in from overseas, take a peek a some of these testimonials which should reassure you.
For further information, visit the Pre Owned Wedding Dresses website, or email founder Josie direct, on josie{at}preownedweddingdresses.com. You can also follow Pre Owned Wedding Dresses on Twitter and Facebook.
I’d like to know if any of my readers are looking for something pre-loved in order to help manage their wedding budget?
Much love all,
Annabel
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Founder of Love My Dress. Passionate Podcaster and Editor. Annabel lives in rural North Yorkshire with her husband and business partner Philip, their two daughters and menagerie of furry hounds. She loves photography, meditation, walking, being outdoors and star gazing. She is fierce when it comes to championing talent within the wedding industry and when she's not working on Love My Dress, she supports her husband Philip in the running of the family's sustainable flower farm and floral design business, Moonwind Flowers. In 2013, she became a published author.
