HOW TO PURCHASE YOUR GOWN

Here's your chance to own a beautiful designer gown at a fraction of the cost.  We only accept current designer gowns in new or like new condition.  Why spend $1,500 on a new designer gown and wait six months for it to arrive when you can purchase it new or gently used from us, and take it home that day, for less than half the cost?  Not to mention, in most cases the bustle has already been made, meaning less cost through a seamstress and other matching accessories may be available at a reduced cost.
 

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How it Works

We work as a "broker" for the resale of gowns.  We recommend you get in touch with us as soon as possible when you are interested in a gown, because we cannot guarantee availability until the sale has actually been processed.  Once you're been in touch with us, we'll work with you to make sure this is the right dress for you, and go over measurements and all the details of the dress with you.  Once you're ready to purchase, the gown is paid for in full, including a $25 shipping fee ($15 for individual bridesmaid's dresses) to send the gown to you if you are not in the San Diego area (if you are local, we highly suggest making an appointment to come in and try on the gown).  The dress will be shipped to you and will usually arrive within 5-7 business days after the sale is complete (paying via credit card will expedite shipment to you, checks may add 7-10 business days to your transaction).

And this is the best part--unlike EBay or other gown resale operations--through us you have an opportunity to try on your gown and decide if you like it, and if its not for you RETURN it to us!*  Upon your receipt of the gown, you have have a three (3) business day return or “right of refusal” period where you can inspect the gown, and may within that time period decide (for any reason) to return the gown for a refund, minus a 5% restocking fee.  Return shipping and insurance is your responsibility, and you must (1) notify us within three business days if you intend to return the gown; and (2) have the gown on its way back to us and provide a tracking number by the fourth business day.  Upon return receipt of the gown, it will undergo an inspection to verify that the condition is identical to how it was sent out, and once verified, we will reimburse you the original cost of the gown, minus your $25 shipping cost and a 5% restocking fee.  If we don't hear from you within the three day period after confirmation of receipt of your gown by you, your sale is considered complete. 

*Return policy not available for all resale gowns, please check notes on sale, or contact us for more information on a specific gown.

When looking for your resale gown, please pay special attention to
:

1.  Sizing - most used gowns have been altered in some way, either by taking it in or taking up the length.  Pay special attention to the measurements and ask any questions before you purchase.  All measurements are done to the best of our ability but are in fact approximate and may vary slightly.  See Our Size Chart for more information.

2.  Length - be sure the gown you are interested in is long enough for you, or can be altered to be the right length for you.  If you're not sure, just ask.

3.  Color - colors shown in the photographs may not reflect the actual color of the dress, depending on lighting conditions and your computer monitor.  Be sure to ask us to clarify the color for you if you're not sure.

4.  Condition -  We only accept gowns for resale that are in new,  like new or very good condition.  While gown condition is stated in as much detail as possible, it is possible to miss a small mark or problem with the gown.  Please be sure to ask in advance if you have a particular question or concern.  We will not waive restocking fees for small omissions that may vary from the description of the gown, unless we believe the omission is large enough to greatly effect the value or condition of the gown.

Be sure to contact us with any questions!