Find a wedding dress for Gently used

It's a good idea to try on a variety of dresses and designers at a local bridal salon, so you know how each style and size fits. Most online sellers don't accept returns. Kristin bought her Maggie Sottero dress for $800 last year. She recently got laid off and has to downsize her wedding, so now she's asking $400 for it. Courtney purchased a satin halter Nicole Miller number for $455, but her engagement didn't last and she's hoping to unload it for $150. These gowns are among the 1,400 or so currently listed on www.tootoomart.com. She started the free listing service last March to pair sellers with bargain-hunting brides. (Wearing a used dress is also a nice option for those brides planning a green wedding.) Once you know what you're looking for, you can prowl eBay, Craigslist, and sites like Newman's, including www.tootoomart.com and www.tootoomart.com/promotion/weddingdress/, and comparison shop to get the best deal.