Wedding experts share the best and worst things to thrift for your wedding

Sophia MitrokostasMar 31, 2022, 23:36 IST

Wedding experts say thrifting picture frames can save a lot of money, but advise against picking up crystal glass at the secondhand shop.butterfly_lady/Shutterstock; D.Bond/Shutterstock

Wedding experts shared which thrifted items to avoid and which to look for for future nuptials.
A secondhand dress can be a great bargain, but be wary of thrifted paper products or appliances.

It can be smart and affordable to thrift your veil.

A veil is usually worn for only part of the ceremony.@mr.jerry/Getty Images

A secondhand wedding dress is a great value.

Going the secondhand route can save you a lot of money on a gown.JovanaT/Getty Images

Use secondhand tablecloths and linens instead of rentals.

A thrifted tablecloth can even be reused after the wedding.Alex Walker/Getty Images

Save some money by buying pre-owned jewelry.

Thrifting jewelry is another way to save money on your wedding wardrobe.evaleenage/Shutterstock

Pick up thrifted picture frames for just a few bucks.

Framed pictures can serve as decorations at the wedding.butterfly_lady/Shutterstock

Thrift your wedding furniture to save big.

Wooden or plastic furniture can be an inexpensive item to thrift for your wedding.Andrii Oleksiienko/Shutterstock

Thrifted flower decor can even be a memento for your guests.

Real flowers can be one of the biggest expenses when planning a wedding.paralisart/Shutterstock

Thrifting dishes can save you money on tableware rentals and add personality to a reception.

You can even keep the dishes to use in your own kitchen after the wedding.Buena Vista Images/Getty Images

On the other hand, paper materials should be bought new.

It's best to avoid paper products from the secondhand store.Alexander Anakhin/Shutterstock

Skip any secondhand appliances.

Electronics or products with wiring should be bought new.MakeStory Studio/Shutterstock

Thrifted decorative pillows or blankets may harbor mites or fleas.

Upholstered furniture with cushions may have bugs.dfrolovXIII/Shutterstock

It may be best to avoid thrifted crystal glass.

Crystal-glass tableware could even be dangerous.D.Bond/Shutterstock

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