1. **Bridal Consignment Shops**: These shops offer pre-owned dresses at reduced prices. Check out shops like The Dressing Room in St. Paul.
2. **Outlet Stores**: Some bridal shops have outlet locations where they sell off-season, sample, or clearance dresses at a discount. For example, The Wedding Shoppe in St. Paul might offer such options.
3. **Trunk Shows and Sample Sales**: Attend trunk shows and sample sales where designers sell dresses from previous seasons at a discount. Keep an eye on local bridal boutresses for scheduled events.
4. **Online Marketplaces**: Websites like Stillwhite or PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com offer a platform for brides to sell their used wedding dresses, often at substantial discounts.
5. **Department Stores**: Occasionally, department stores like Macy’s or Nordstrom will have bridal sections with discounted dresses, especially during clearance seasons.
6. **Bridal Chain Stores**: Chains like David's Bridal often have sales or clearance sections where you can find good deals on new dresses.
7. **Custom and Local Designers**: Some local designers may offer discounts on their designs, especially for off-season or less popular models.
8. **Seasonal Sales**: Shop during major sale periods like Black Friday, after Christmas, or during bridal sale seasons in early summer.
9. **Rent a Dress**: Consider renting a wedding dress if you are open to not keeping the dress post-wedding. This can be a cost-effective option.
10. **Facebook Marketplace and Local Groups**: Sometimes you can find great deals on wedding dresses through social media platforms where recently married brides are looking to sell their dresses.
Always remember to start your search early to have the best chance of finding a great deal on a dress that you love.
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