Revamp The Gown

One of the suggestions I make in The Green Bride Guide for brides who want to keep their gowns is to have them altered to create a new look you can wear again and again. In Season 6, Episode 8 of Project Runway the designers face a wedding dress challenge that illustrates some of the radical, and more subtle, changes that are possible. 

Here are some images of the transformations the designers were able to create in less than 24 hours. 

You can view the full Season 6, Episode 8 of Project Runway here. 

If you decide to revamp your wedding dress, be sure to find a good tailor or fashion designer. In addition to getting recommendations from friends and local bridal shops, you may want to have him or her work on another, less sentimental piece for you first. 

Bridal gowns not only can be transformed into cocktail dresses, but you can also have your gown made into a christening gown, a quilt, or other keepsake item. If you choose to preserve your gown as is, use a green dry cleaner.  You can also donate your gown to Brides Against Breast Cancer of another worthy cause.