Pricing Table and Curation System
Based on our experience and the expectations of the brides who contact us, we have developed a valuation table and a curation system that evaluates items in the second-hand and outlet markets.
How much is my item worth?
You can get an estimated sale price through our simulator, however, it is only indicative and does not represent a detailed analysis. It considers the year of purchase, purchase price, and condition of the dress.
Valuation for sale at the showroom takes more factors into account and is more thorough: condition, age, finishes, style, commercial value, and probability of sale and demand.
Curatorship and Evaluation System
– Evaluation standards are treated objectively, so check the valuation table of your item below.
– For in-person sales at the showroom, the final sale price is determined after the item is evaluated in person.
– Valuation considers: condition, age, finishes, style, brand, commercial value, and probability of sale.
– For in-person sales at the showroom, any flaws will be documented in the consignment contract and in the item description provided. If you are unsure whether an item will be accepted, submit it via the form so we can provide a pre-evaluation by email.
– During the consignment period at the showroom, the value may be reviewed and adjusted by agreement between the parties to facilitate the sale. Negotiations should be conducted via email or WhatsApp.
Valuation Table
Category A: New / Unused / Outlet
Note: A new item or a sample with any defect will be evaluated under Category B.
New, unused, store samples
Cleaned and ironed
Excellent condition
Fully functional
With tags
No alterations
Made-to-measure dresses
Defects
Stains and creasing
Holes
Missing parts, broken zippers, etc.
Odors
Visible repairs
Category B: Used as New / Semi-new
Note: Based on our experience, a dress size 36 or smaller should be priced lower to reach more buyers.
Used, like new
Recently cleaned and ironed
Very good condition
Fully functional
With alterations
Made-to-measure dresses
Defects, holes
Stains and creasing
Missing parts, broken zippers, etc.
Odors
Visible or poor-quality repairs
Category C: Used with Signs of Wear
Based on our experience, a dress in good condition but with some signs of wear, or an item over 5 years old, may be sold at 70% of its original price.
Used, with light signs of wear not affecting overall appearance
Marks in inconspicuous areas
Recently cleaned and ironed
Good condition
Fully functional
With alterations
Made-to-measure dresses
Defects, holes in visible areas
Marks or stains in visible areas
Creasing with deep marks
Missing parts, broken zippers, etc.
Odors
Visible or poor-quality repairs
Sizes smaller than EU 36
Category V: Vintage
The item is in good condition without major damage, but it does not look new and has been well cared for.
Based on our experience, a vintage dress in good condition may sell for 50% to 70% of its original price depending on post- or pre-sale alteration possibilities, finishes, and commercial potential.
Used or not
+ 20 years old
Uncommon / rare / unique pieces
Used, with light signs of wear not affecting overall appearance
Marks in inconspicuous areas
Recently cleaned and ironed
Good condition
Fully functional
With or without alterations
Made-to-measure dresses
Category U: Donate for Upcycling / With Defects
Do you prefer to donate your dress and give it a second life?
Is your item very old or not in condition to sell, but the material can still be used?
Don’t want to invest in repairs but think it can be reused?
Items with defects are unsellable for various reasons such as large stains, tears, permanent creases, frayed or fragile fabrics, yellowing, missing parts, etc., and may go for upcycling.
No monetary compensation is provided; these items are considered donations to the project for material reuse and transformation.
These items require several hours of work to be repurposed by us or partners such as designers and seamstresses. They will be transformed into new dresses, separate pieces, or other items to prevent textile waste from ending up in landfills or incineration, which is the main fate of textile waste in Portugal.
If you want to donate your dress for upcycling, please email info@bridalstories.pt.
A donation and transfer of ownership contract is signed at the time of delivery.
