FAQs for Buying and Selling New & Used Wedding Items
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How
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Shopping on BravoBride for used wedding items is simple. Just select from
the list of categories on the left of the screen to begin your search.
Within each category you can use our Advanced Search feature to find
exactly what you need. For a more general search, simply enter the
name of the item you're looking for in the search field at the
top of the homepage. What can I find on BravoBride? On BravoBride buyers can find everything a bride needs
for a perfect wedding— used wedding dresses, shoes, accessories, ceremony
and reception items including table centerpieces, wedding favors and more. BravoBride gives brides to be a great place to make your wedding inexpensive Think of My BravoBride as your personal section of the BravoBride Web site. Here you can view the Favorite Items you've saved and update your account information and password. Sellers can track their sales history or list new items. Does it cost anything to use this site? Bridal Gowns are $9.95 to list, all other items are free to list.Does BravoBride facilitate payment and make shipping arrangements between the buyer and the seller? No, those details are entirely up to the buyer and seller for each transaction. Two recommended services are PayPal and Google Checkout. Remember, it's never a good idea to send wire transfers, money orders or cashier's checks. Why would I want to buy used wedding dresses or any other used wedding items? On BravoBride you can get a beautiful, briefly-worn dress for hundreds or thousands less than you would pay for a new dress. And while you're saving money, you're also reducing your environmental impact by re-using a pre-owned dress and other wedding items. Is there a BravoBride retail store? No, BravoBride is exclusively online. The truth is, we couldn't have a retail store even if we wanted to—we carry more wedding items than any walk-in store possibly could. So enjoy the great selection and prices! In the login area go to the section titled 'Forget Your Password' Enter your email address and your password will be emailed to you. The overwhelming majority of sellers on BravoBride are
legitimate and trustworthy. But don't be shy about asking your
seller detailed questions about the item you're interested in,
such as: Also, you should also know the following about the seller: Remember, when it comes to making payment, use an online payment service like PayPal or Google Checkout. Don't wire cash, send a money order or a cashier's check! A few more tips:
How can I determine what size wedding dress I need? Every designer sizes their dresses a little differently. If you're buying a new wedding dress that's never been altered, take a look at our sizing chart to see the measurements for each designer. Remember that bridal dresses often run larger than what you would normally wear. For extra assurance, you might also want to try on the same dress at a local bridal shop to see what size fits you best. If you're interested in an altered dress, try to get the new measurements from the seller. What if I can't reach the seller? First, give your seller enough time to get to your email
and respond. If you don't hear back then we recommend trying them
again. If you still don't get a reply, send us an email with the name
of the items in question and their identification numbers. We have additional
contact information for the seller and can let them know you're trying
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How do I get started? What can I sell on BravoBride? Think of My BravoBride as your personal section of the BravoBride Web site. Here you can list items for sale and edit your current listings. You can also view items in your Favorite Items list and update your account information and password. What are your fees? Ad Upgrades Highlighted Listing- $4.95 Does BravoBride facilitate
payment and make shipping arrangements between the buyer and the seller? In the login area go to the section titled 'Forget Your Password' Enter your email address and your password will be emailed to you. Why shouldn't
I just sell my wedding items at a garage sale or on an auction site? There are many reasons why selling your items on BravoBride makes more sense than using a free listing service or auction site. Here are some things to consider:
As the seller, you decide what your prices will be. But here are some guidelines you might find helpful:
Can I edit my listings after they're posted online? Absolutely. If you want to change the information in
your listings or upload new photos, simply log in and go to the View/Edit
Listings link in My BravoBride. You can edit your listing unlimited times. You can upload eight images per listing and you can login and edit your images anytime. Is there a recommended format for images? BravoBride accepts JPEG, GIF and PNG file formats. Photos much be 2000 pixels x 2000 pixels or smaller. Don't worry about cropping your photos—we'll take care of that for you so it fits your listing. How long will my items be listed? Your items will remain on BravoBride until they sell! How do I remove my listing after an item is sold? Login to BravoBride and go to the MyBravoBride section. Click on the View/Edit Listed Items link under Seller. Choose "remove" from the drop down menu under the action tab. Your item will be marked as sold and deleted in two business days. How long does it take an item to sell? It all depends on the type of item, its condition, your price, and market demand. But there are some things you can do to make your items more likely to sell. For example, writing a great description, submitting more than one photo, and pricing your items competitively will catch the attention of more buyers. How do brides hear about BravoBride? We actively advertise online and offline within the bridal and event planning community. As a result BravoBride is quickly establishing a reputation as one of the best and most user-friendly wedding sites. That means more buyers for your items. Can I list items other than my wedding dress? Absolutely! You're welcome to list any item that a bride might need for her wedding. That includes wedding dresses but also jewelry, accessories, ceremony and reception items, wedding favors and more. Can I advertise new, unworn or unused items too? We encourage you to list brand new items that you didn't use as well as gently worn items on BravoBride—doing so gives brides even more choices. Do you protect my email address? Your privacy is extremely important to us. BravoBride does not sell or rent your email address to anyone. When buyers contact you initially, they do so through the BravoBride Web site and never see your email address (although buyers will see your address when you reply to them). How do I know if a buyer is for real? The vast majority of BravoBride customers are legitimate, but it pays to be cautious and use common sense when dealing with a buyer. A few things to keep in mind:
Be on the alert for signs of a scammer:
Please notify BravoBride if you encounter any buyers who seem suspicious—do not reply to them or agree to sell anything to them. |