How to Sell Your Wedding Dress (and Why a Consignment Shop Might Be Your Best Bet)
If your wedding day has come and gone and your beautiful gown is just hanging in the closet, now might be the perfect time to give it a second life. Selling your wedding dress not only clears space and brings in some cash—it also gives another bride the chance to wear something special on her big day.
While online marketplaces may seem like the obvious choice, bridal consignment shops like Loved Twice Bridal offer serious perks you may not have considered. Let’s walk you through how to sell your wedding dress—and why consignment might be the smarter, easier, and more rewarding route.
Step 1: Make Sure You're Ready
Parting with your wedding dress can feel emotional—and that’s completely normal. But if you’re ready to declutter, make a little money, or embrace sustainability, reselling is a beautiful next step.
Many brides are surprised at how satisfying it feels to know their dress will be loved again instead of sitting unused.
Step 2: Clean It
Before selling, your gown should be in clean, gently-worn condition. If it's been dry cleaned—great. If not, don’t worry! We can recommend trusted cleaners (in Los Angeles).
Step 3: Skip the Photoshoots and Listings
Selling on your own means staging photos, writing detailed descriptions, pricing it competitively, answering buyer questions, and shipping the dress safely. It’s a lot of work.
When you consign with us, we take care of all of it:
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Professional photos that showcase your gown’s best features
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Market research to price it fairly and maximize its value
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A curated showroom and online storefront with built-in traffic
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Pre-qualified buyers who are ready to say yes to the dress
We do the heavy lifting—you just collect your earnings once it sells.
Step 4: Know the Difference Between Consignment and Resale Platforms
Here’s a quick breakdown of what you get with each:
| Feature | Online Marketplaces | Loved Twice Bridal |
|---|---|---|
| You photograph and list it | ✅ Yes | ❌ No – We handle it |
| You price the dress yourself | ✅ Yes | ✅ We help with market-based pricing |
| You deal with buyers directly | ✅ Yes | ❌ No – We manage communications |
| Professional cleaning & steaming | ❌ Not included | ✅ Often included or available |
| Guaranteed audience of bridal shoppers | ❌ Not always | ✅ Yes – In-store & online |
| Personalized marketing | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
| Convenience | ❌ Low | ✅ High |
Step 5: Get Paid (Without the Stress)
Once your dress sells, you’ll receive a percentage of the final sale price—without having to package, ship, or message buyers.
At Loved Twice Bridal, we believe in transparent policies and fair splits that reflect the time and care we put into presenting and selling your gown.
Plus, your dress will be part of a curated collection that helps brides shop intentionally and affordably. You’re not just selling a dress—you’re helping someone find the one.
Final Thoughts: You Deserve an Easier Way to Sell
Selling your wedding dress doesn’t have to be time-consuming or overwhelming. With Loved Twice Bridal, it’s as simple as drop off, sit back, and get paid. We’ll make sure your gown gets the love (and second walk down the aisle) it deserves.
Ready to sell your dress?
👉 Get Started with Loved Twice Bridal
We can’t wait to help you pass your gown on to the next bride-to-be.