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Sell Pre-Loved Wedding Dresses

Pre-loved by KAREN WILLIS HOLMES is an online only full circle marketplace, keeping our coveted KAREN WILLIS HOLMES dresses in circulation. We have partnered with RNTR, the first service re-commerce plug-in solution in Australia to have a space for brides to re-sell their beloved KWH wedding dress for another bride to love. This initiative is designed with eco and budget conscious brides in mind and is an authentic way to sell your gown and continue your journey with KWH Bridal.

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Sell Pre-Loved Wedding Dresses

Welcome to Pre-loved by KAREN WILLIS HOLMES, where we believe in the power of second chances for cherished wedding dresses. We understand that weddings can be both costly and have a significant environmental impact. That’s why our online platform provides a full-circle marketplace for selling pre-loved wedding dresses.

By selling your beloved KAREN WILLIS HOLMES dress through our platform, you not only save money but also contribute to a more sustainable fashion industry. Each sale gives a pre-loved dress another chance to shine and be cherished by another bride, reducing the environmental impact associated with producing new dresses.

At Pre-loved by KAREN WILLIS HOLMES, we take pride in being part of the solution toward a more sustainable fashion industry. Our initiative allows brides to make smart financial decisions while consciously reducing their environmental footprint. Rest assured, our platform maintains the luxurious quality and design that KAREN WILLIS HOLMES dresses are known for.

When you sell your dress on our platform, it continues its journey within the inspiring KWH Bridal community. This community consists of thousands of like-minded brides who share your values of sustainability and timeless elegance. Your dress will go on to inspire the weddings of other brides who appreciate high-quality bridal gowns handmade in Australia.

Pre-loved by KAREN WILLIS HOLMES is more than just an online marketplace; it’s a movement towards a responsible and ethical fashion ecosystem. Join us in our mission to make the wedding industry more sustainable and inclusive while creating memorable and magical moments. Discover pre-loved wedding dresses with us today.

Please note these gowns are only available online and not through any of our boutiques. We do not buy, hold or carry pre-loved stock, our marketplace is strictly for brides selling to brides.

Frequently Asked Questions - Selling a Pre-Loved Wedding Dress

How do I sell my pre-loved wedding gown? 

Click the ‘List Your Gown’ link. Click “I want to Sell.” Choose the item you want to sell and follow the prompts. Remember to provide complete and accurate information about the item’s condition and its details. We review all resell requests, and have the right to approve or deny listings. Please allow 48 hours for your resell request to be reviewed. Once approved, we encourage you to share your listing! The more you share, the higher your chance of selling.

What can I sell?

You can sell any item you’ve previously purchased or received from KAREN WILLIS HOLMES. You can also sell any KAREN WILLIS HOLMES gowns purchased or received from a third-party retailer. Once your resell request is approved, we will feature it on the Pre-loved collection page.

How do I price my item?

You are welcome to name your price, but we will recommend a price based on the item’s age and condition, which we recommend following. We will then add a fixed amount to the listing price to cover shipping charges.

How is shipping handled?

As soon as a customer purchases your item, you will be sent a prepaid and trackable shipping label. The item must be sent within 3 business days. You do not have to pay extra for shipping. Please carefully & neatly pack your item, and drop it off with the shipping label intact at your nearest post office.

Alternatively, the buyer may request a local or remote try-on. We will only facilitate and pass on your contact details once the purchase has gone through.

How much of the sold price do I retain?

The seller retains 80% of the resell price, including the shipping fees.

How & when do I get paid?

When the buyer confirms the item arrived in the condition described on your listing, you will receive cash directly to your account.

Do I need to take my own listing photos?

You must provide accurate photos for your resale request to be approved. Resale requests without photos will not be approved. For best results, use your wedding photos that best show your outfit. If you are using photos other than your wedding photos, take your photos in bright, natural light and upload in 1:1 (square) format. The original KAREN WILLIS HOLMES product images will populate for every resale item, in addition to any seller- generated photos.

Can I allow try ons?

Yes! In fact it will increase your chances of selling your dress as most people will need to try on for size before purchasing. In the listing request form, make sure to select that you allow buyers to try on the product. Our partners at Rntr. will contact you if any try on requests have been made to make arrangements.

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