{"id":5410,"date":"2022-03-03T14:21:30","date_gmt":"2022-03-03T21:21:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/?p=5410"},"modified":"2022-03-03T14:21:31","modified_gmt":"2022-03-03T21:21:31","slug":"dos-donts-in-storing-your-wedding-gown","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/dos-donts-in-storing-your-wedding-gown","title":{"rendered":"Do’s & Don’ts in Storing your Wedding Gown"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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With all the planning that goes into a wedding, it’s only natural that you’d want treasured souvenirs to remember the day. If you plan on handing your wedding gown down through generations, donating it, or repurposing the material into a veil, it is critical that it be kept in perfect shape. Even though you won’t be pulling your wedding gown out from storage frequently, it is a significant part of your story that should be preserved, just like your engagement ring<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You need to think in advance about how to properly clean, protect and store your wedding gown after the big day. Preservation is a step-by-step process. Not sure where to start? This piece focuses on the dos and don\u2019ts of storing your wedding gown. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

DO<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1. Get it cleaned<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

On your wedding day, there is a lot going on\nwith you and with your gown. Perfumes, makeup, food, and fluids are often\ntransparent and don’t leave a mark. These mainly cause discoloration and\ndeterioration of the fabric if they are left untreated.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The process of cleaning the gown is tricky. It is better to have your gown cleaned by a professional right after the wedding<\/a> because they understand the cleaning process well and they have the right detergents and machines to do it. Asking a family member or your bride\u2019s maid a favor to bring the gown to a cleaning facility for immediate care would save you time and energy. However, if you decide to clean the wedding gown yourself, follow the tag\u2019s instructions for guidance or at least consult a professional before doing so. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t forget to clean the accessories separately\nto avoid possible tears and rips!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Pack it up<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

After getting it cleaned, it is time to pack it up. Wedding gowns usually come with their own box. The box should be made of breathable material that is robust enough to keep out light and dust. It should also be acid-free. If not, get yourself the right kind of box and make sure the size is appropriate for your gown. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are hanging bridal gown storage bags available that will keep your gown wrinkle-free and require minimal maintenance. Professionals, on the other hand, recommend that the cloth be packed horizontally in a box. The box should be large enough to minimize folding because too many creases will eventually damage the fabric. To better keep the gown’s complete form, the layers and folds should be cushioned with acid-free tissue. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Store it at home<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

After you’ve properly packed your gown, make sure it’s kept away from extremes in temperature, light, and humidity.  Look for a place that is cool, dark, and dry. The sections that are exposed to light will fade, humidity will cause mildew to grow, and heat will hasten the deepening of latent stains. It is common for many women to store their dresses under their bed, above their wardrobes, or in a dry closet. Professionals agree that those areas suffice. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Check it<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Experts suggest opening the box and\ninspecting the gown at least once a year to check for sudden stain and element\nexposure. This also helps keep the gown from permanent creasing. When removing\nthe gown from the box, remember that your skin contains oils and salts that can\ndamage delicate fabrics. Consider wearing white cotton gloves while handling\nyour gown. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

DON’T<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1. Leave it hanging<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

After the wedding, you may hang your gown for a short period of time but don\u2019t leave it there. This will cause the gown to stretch and tear because your wedding gown<\/a> is heavier than a normal dress.  Additionally, don’t put it in a plastic zip-up cover like a normal dress. Fumes produced by the plastic may change the color of your dress, giving it a yellowish appearance <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Use colored tissue paper<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When filling up the layers of your gown with\ntissue paper, don\u2019t use any colored tissue paper. Any colored tissue paper\ncontains dye which affects the dress. Keeping note of this would lower the risk\nof discoloration and permanent damage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Store in attics, basements, or garages<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Generally, the attic, basement, and garage\nare the first areas that come to mind when we plan on storing something.\nHowever, these are the worst areas for gown storage. All sorts of disasters\nsuch as a leaking roof, general dampness, and insects can affect your dress\neven if it is well protected. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A special note on storing indoors: be\ncareful with wardrobes, drawers, suitcase linings, and other scenarios where\nclothes that may touch the gown. Color dyes in clothes can alter the purer\nfabrics of a wedding dress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Stack the box<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t stack the box containing the dress.\nOver time, even the sturdiest cardboard gives up under pressure. We recommend that\nyou store your shoes and other accessories in a different bag and avoid placing\nit where there is a chance of the box crushing the gown box.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Key Takeaways<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Wedding\ndresses are typically huge investments, which is why you need to know how to\nclean them, pack them, and store them properly. So, get your gown cleaned by a\nprofessional as soon as the wedding ceremonies are done, lay it flat in a\nspecialized wedding box, and then store it in a nice cool place where you can\ncheck on it once a year, or even wear it on your next big anniversary.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

With all the planning that goes into a wedding, it’s only natural that you’d want treasured souvenirs to remember the day. If you plan on handing your wedding gown down through generations, donating it, or repurposing the material into a veil, it is critical that it be kept in perfect shape. Even though you won’t … Continue reading Do’s & Don’ts in Storing your Wedding Gown<\/span> →<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mi_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0},"categories":[774,775,419,5651],"tags":[867,59,683],"yst_prominent_words":[1735,1081,5799,5805,5803,5802,5797,5810,5807,5801,5558,1732,5809,1765,4157,1111,5806,5804,4850,5798],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5410"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=5410"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5410\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":5417,"href":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5410\/revisions\/5417"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5410"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=5410"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=5410"},{"taxonomy":"yst_prominent_words","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.realtyexecutives.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/yst_prominent_words?post=5410"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}