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Cancelled wedding - what to do with wedding gown?

jms100303 Posted: Jul 10, 2007 04:51 PM+

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Posted: Jul 10, 2007 04:51 PM

Cancelled wedding - what to do with wedding gown?

Ladies, it has been a rough couple of weeks for my sister. She cancelled her wedding less then a week before. I am trying to help her with the details of getting her life back together and moving on. She would like to see her wedding gown, any suggestions?

We thought of ebay, and will probably end up there, but looking for other options as well.

jms100303 Posted: Jul 10, 2007 04:53 PM+

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Posted: Jul 10, 2007 04:53 PM

Re: Cancelled wedding - what to do with wedding gown?

This is the dress, in case anyone is interested. Size 8, although it was taken in a bit at the bust and shortened some. We also have a matching swajorski crystal veil.

FutureMrsRice Posted: Jul 10, 2007 04:53 PM+

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Posted: Jul 10, 2007 04:53 PM

Re: Cancelled wedding - what to do with wedding gown?

What about an upscale consignment store?

You could advertise it on here

Kara and Todd Posted: Jul 10, 2007 05:01 PM+

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Posted: Jul 10, 2007 05:01 PM

Re: Cancelled wedding - what to do with wedding gown?

I am sorry to hear your sister had to cancel her wedding, but these things tend to be for the best.

As for the gown / veil, you could also try listing them on Craig's List.

KickinDandelions Posted: Jul 10, 2007 10:25 PM+

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Posted: Jul 10, 2007 10:25 PM

Re: Cancelled wedding - what to do with wedding gown?

So sorry to hear.

She could also try Preownedweddingdresses.com.

jtgarsik Posted: Jul 11, 2007 01:12 AM+

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Posted: Jul 11, 2007 01:12 AM

Re: Cancelled wedding - what to do with wedding gown?

i am so so SO sorry to hear about your sister....but like the above poster wrote, these things usually happen for ample reason and are for the better...even if it seems heartbreaking now. the gown is absolutely gorgous, so i'm sure this site, along with ebay and the preowned wedding gown website are all great. i'd also try an upscale consignment store...try calling ones in manhattan & queens. i wish her all the best and will keep her in my prayers!

Shorty McBride Posted: Jul 11, 2007 01:15 AM+

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Posted: Jul 11, 2007 01:15 AM

Re: Cancelled wedding - what to do with wedding gown?

So sorry for your sis...

I'm trying to help a friend sell her unworn gown as well, she tried Craigslist and got a lot of bogus offers - they wanted her to ship to south america, payment by bank check from a foreign bank, etc... and I keep bumping it on LIW....

She may have good luck on ebay!!!!!

I may be interested in the veil - how long is it?

Julybride08 Posted: Jul 11, 2007 08:54 AM+

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Posted: Jul 11, 2007 08:54 AM

Re: Cancelled wedding - what to do with wedding gown?

I am so sorry that she cancelled her wedding. Try posting it on the 08 and the 09 boards. alot of those girls are looking for dresses.

Nirvin Posted: Jul 11, 2007 12:34 PM+

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Posted: Jul 11, 2007 12:34 PM

Re: Cancelled wedding - what to do with wedding gown?

I am sorry for ur sis. Everything happens for a reason so you have to believe that it's for the better.

Parle3 Posted: Jul 11, 2007 04:05 PM+

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Posted: Jul 11, 2007 04:05 PM

Re: Cancelled wedding - what to do with wedding gown?

I'm sorry for your sister but hopefully it is for the best

jms100303 Posted: Jul 12, 2007 10:03 AM+

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Posted: Jul 12, 2007 10:03 AM

Re: Cancelled wedding - what to do with wedding gown?

Thank you ladies so much! I appreciate your kind words and I know you are all right. She is much better off in the long run.

As for the veil, it is finger tip length trimmed with swarovski crystals, obviously it is new and never been worn.

LitBallerinaGirl Posted: Jul 12, 2007 10:26 AM+

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Posted: Jul 12, 2007 10:26 AM

Re: Cancelled wedding - what to do with wedding gown?

what about posting on the 08, 09 forums. See if anyone there would be interested.

cookieling Posted: Jul 12, 2007 10:49 AM+

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Posted: Jul 12, 2007 10:49 AM

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jms100303 Posted: Jul 13, 2007 08:06 AM+

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Posted: Jul 13, 2007 08:06 AM

Re: Cancelled wedding - what to do with wedding gown?

Posted by cookieling

Is the veil ivory or white? DO you have a photo of it?

It is 'diamond white'. I don't have a photo, but will try and get one this weekend.

iwannabmrsD Posted: Sep 05, 2007 11:19 PM+

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Posted: Sep 05, 2007 11:19 PM

Re: Cancelled wedding - what to do with wedding gown?

i'd suggest using ebay but instead of auction use fixed price. st her lowest price she's willing to sell it at and then when someone makes an offer counter with a $50 increase.. i had mine listed on ebay for WEEKS>.. and got nothing.. craigslist.. NOTHING... put that sucker on ebay fixed price and in one day i had two offers.. brought it for 1750, sold it for 1200.. plus shipping..

Good luck to her!!