So you’ve had the best time ever, wearing your wedding dress 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.
I totally get it, in fact, my dress is still in my wardrobe, sadly gathering dust (in its protective cover) without anyone enjoying it.
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"
Photo: Peter Hughes Photography via Aquapetra Resort Spa Wedding
 
Straight-After Your Wedding
First things first, before making any concrete decisions about the future of your dress. 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. 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.
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.
Photo: Katherine Ashdown Photography via Holkham Hall Wedding
 
Clean It
Get in touch with a professional wedding dress preserver or dry cleaner as soon as possible. Time is of the essence as stains can set in the lo...