# Recycled Nuptial Gowns Tradesy Weddings Allows One to Purchased Wedding Dresses & Eco Products By Erin Fox | Published 2013-03-05 | Social Good Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tradesy-wedding References: [tradesy](http://www.tradesy.com/weddings/) & [pinterest](http://pinterest.com/tradesy/) Going 'green' on the big day might be easier than you would think; Tradesy Wedding allows you to purchase used wedding gowns and eco-friendly products. Tired of your old wedding gown and have no use for it in the future? You can now sell it on Tradesy for a future bride to use. This kind of recycling is great both for the wallet and the environment. By cutting costs and limiting over production of goods, one can find the Vera Wang or Monique Lhuillier dress of their dreams. Formerly known as 'Recycled Bride,' the company flourishes on giving brides the chance to [purchase upcycled dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wyse-london-preloved). Targeted towards the eco-savvy bride, Tradesy is helping couples understand the smallest of impacts one can make on their big day. **Contact Information** Tradesy Wedding [website](http://www.tradesy.com/weddings/) Tradesy Wedding [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/gotradesy) Tradesy Wedding [Twitter](https://twitter.com/tradesy) Tradesy Wedding [Pinterest](http://pinterest.com/tradesy/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 71% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Social Good](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialgood) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Sustainable Weddings:** The trend of eco-friendly weddings is on the rise, and companies like Tradesy Weddings are providing an opportunity for the purchase and sale of upcycled wedding gowns. - **Circular Fashion:** Tradesy Weddings is tapping into the circular fashion movement by creating a marketplace for the resale and purchase of wedding gowns. - **Conscious Consumerism:** Tradesy Weddings is tapping into the trend towards conscious consumerism by allowing individuals to buy and sell used wedding dresses on their platform, reducing waste and promoting sustainability. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Industry:** The fashion industry can benefit from the circular fashion trend and promote sustainability through the resale of second-hand clothing. - **Wedding Industry:** Tradesy Weddings is targeting the wedding industry by creating a marketplace for the resale of wedding gowns and eco-friendly products. - **E-commerce Industry:** The e-commerce industry can tap into the trend towards conscious consumerism by promoting the sale of used goods and reducing waste through platforms like Tradesy Weddings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Comprehensive Bridal Resale Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bridal-resale-program.md) - [Eco-Minded Bridal Styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eastman.md) - [Rentable Wedding Florals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rentable-wedding-bouquets.md) - [Curated Summer Bridal Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bridal-atelier-collection.md) - [Wedding Guest Outfit Rentals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/by-rotation-and-airbnb.md) - [Non-Traditional Wedding Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ssense-bridal-20.md) - [Stranger Wedding Marketplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invitin.md) - [Forward-Thinking Wedding Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anthropologie-weddings-x-pinterest.md) - [Comfort-Focused Bridal Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pearly-mini-dress.md)