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Man Thrifts $6.99 Lace Top—Then Creates Unique Wedding Dress for Stranger

Man Thrifts $6.99 Lace Top—Then Creates Unique Wedding Dress for Stranger

Summary

A fashion designer named Evan Hirsch bought a $6.99 lace top from a thrift store and turned it into a unique wedding dress by adding a skirt and belt. He then put the dress back in the store to give another buyer a chance to find an affordable, custom bridal gown.

Key Facts

  • Evan Hirsch is a 29-year-old designer from Manhattan, New York.
  • He bought a long-sleeved white lace top from Banana Republic for $6.99.
  • Hirsch added an ivory satin skirt that cost about $50 and a rhinestone belt for $10 to make a wedding dress.
  • The finished dress was placed back in the thrift store for sale.
  • The average cost of a wedding dress in 2025 is around $2,100.
  • Hirsch wants to offer custom bridal dresses at prices similar to everyday items like coffee.
  • Research shows many brides hesitate to buy secondhand dresses because they want something personal and new.
  • Hirsch’s idea challenges the view that secondhand wedding dresses are less desirable by creating a custom, affordable option.
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