You can say you’ll rewear it as much as you like, but we all know that you really only wear your wedding dress once. And we also know when you’ve found that special dress, there can be no compromising. So what happens when you find the perfect dress on your travels but you’ve not got space in your luggage for it? Or how about when you have a closet clearout and sell it to the highest bidder… who happens to be on the other side of the world?
If you happen to be stuck in this very situation, then don’t fret, Stasher’s delivery service has got you covered.
At Stasher, we understand that wedding days are a big deal. Whether you’re a bride-to-be or a boutique shipping your dresses around the world, the safety of the dress is absolutely paramount. Finding a way to get that dress from point A to point B can be a struggle in itself. But fortunately, you can rely on Stasher’s shipping service to send your lace and taffeta safely and affordably, and put those worries to rest.
Read on for tips and tricks to keep in mind when shipping a wedding dress with Stasher.
Why you might ship a wedding dress
Shipping a wedding dress is not as crazy an idea as you might first think. From a small boutique selling a dress overseas, to the tourist who finds the perfect dress while away from home, all kinds of people can find themselves in need of international shipping for a wedding dress. Instead of completely writing off the idea, shipping might be just the solution you’re looking for.
Another common scenario we hear about all the time at Stasher comes from people hosting their weddings abroad. You might not have been thinking about your dress when you were picking that Grecian vineyard or Australian beach, but we sure were! The thought of stuffing your perfect dress in a garment bag sounds like a disaster waiting to happen. The inevitable crumples and risk of damage to your dress are only going to add to your wedding jitters.
What other reasons do we frequently hear for shipping wedding dresses? One classic example is people giving their wedding dress a second lease of life by selling it to a new bride. You should be able to send your dress to anyone, anywhere in the world, so that they can have a special day with the perfect dress, just like you did. Shipping your dress after-sale is something that requires a trusted delivery service.
As you can see, there are plenty of reasons to ship a wedding dress. And to be sure that your dress always gets safely from A to B, a shipping service is always your best option.
Why choose Stasher
Sending items abroad can be a nerve-wracking process. Any item involved with your big day can be especially so. We understand these nerves well, and we’re here to put your mind at rest. Stasher’s delivery service will look after your dress and make sure it arrives safe and sound. One less thing to worry about.
Stasher will never charge you extra airline fees or land you with hidden fees. Our business is getting your dress from one place to another with care. We’ll be with you every step of the way to make sure your dress arrives on time, damage-free.
Packing Your Dress
So you’ve decided to ship your wedding dress with Stasher. An excellent choice if we do say so. Now for the practical part. We’re going to talk you through how to pack up your dress for delivery.
Preparing your dress for transit is an important task. Putting aside a bit of time to pack your dress up properly is the best way to minimise the chances of it being damaged.
You will need:
- Muslin paper
- Waterproof garment bag
- Sturdy box or suitcase
Muslin paper is the absolute best material for packing your dress. Be sure to lay out the muslin on a clean and clear surface. Gently wrap the dress, making sure that every layer of the dress is covered in fresh paper. This will protect the fabric, lace, and jewels from damage.
Next, the dress should be carefully tucked into a garment bag. Being sure that it is well-fitting and no part of the dress becomes stuck in zippers. This garment bag should be waterproof, both because it’s more sturdy and it will provide protection against all weathers in transit.
Finally, place the garment bag carefully inside a sturdy box or suitcase. You want this box to be large enough to fit the dress into comfortably, but not so roomy that the dress will slide around. Fill any spaces inside of the box with packing peanuts, bubble wrap or other shipping materials. This will help ensure your dress doesn’t move around too much in transit, which might cause threads to snag or creases to form.
The last step is to seal the box, print off the shipping documents required, and send it off to its chosen destination.
Shipping made simple with Stasher
We know it can be a headache working out which shipping service to use, the right labels to print out, and the timings of your delivery. That’s why our delivery service puts simplicity first, making shipping easy and convenient for you. All you need to do is head over to the website, enter the details of your delivery (dates, destination), and you’ll be sent a quote.
Next, we’ll send you instructions for how to ship your order. Make sure to save a copy of your shipping documentation somewhere safe, or maybe you’d even like to print it out for good measure. Then all you need to do is pack up your dress and wait for it to be collected at the scheduled time. Your wedding dress will be en route to its destination in no time.
We want to make your big day as stress-free as possible, starting with removing the worry of getting your dress to its destination on time. With Stasher, you won’t ever have to worry about how to cart your dress from one place to another. Rest assured, your wedding dress is in safe hands.
Before you know it the big day will be here and we’ll make sure that your dress is ready and waiting for you.
