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Brides for a Cause
Brides for a Cause
Portland Boutique
Portland Boutique
Portland
Portland
Tacoma Storefront
Tacoma Storefront
Tacoma dresses
Tacoma dresses
Sacramento Boutique
Sacramento Boutique
Tacoma dresses
Tacoma dresses
Tacoma window
Tacoma window
Portland window
Portland window
Seattle Storefront
Seattle Storefront
Dresses
Dresses
Fitting room
Fitting room
Dresses
Dresses
Tacoma
Tacoma
Wedding gowns
Wedding gowns
Waiting area
Waiting area
A wide range of designs
A wide range of designs
White gowns
White gowns
Dressing rooms
Dressing rooms
Gowns
Gowns
Fitting rooms
Fitting rooms
Wedding gowns
Wedding gowns
Gowns
Gowns
White gowns
White gowns
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Wedding white gowns
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Storefront
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Display gown
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About

On WeddingWire since 2012

Brides for a Cause is a charity bridal store located in Portland, Tacoma, Seattle and Sacramento. We provide a wide range of wedding dresses sold off-the-rack at discounts up to 70% off, all while raising funds for local and national charities. With their vast inventory of donated gowns from stores, designers, and brides, customers are certain to find their dream dress at an affordable price.

About BFAC

  • Over 700 discounted wedding dresses offered at each location
  • All dresses available off-the-rack, take home that day!
  • Sizes 0-24
  • Prices start at just $150
  • Wide range of designers, styles and sizes
  • Shop designer samples, once worn and brand new dresses at a discount
  • New dresses arrive daily!

Services Offered

The dedicated team at Brides for a Cause is honored to help their clients look and feel their best on their wedding day by providing a friendly, supportive and relaxed environment. New additions are added to their selection daily in a wide range of sizes. To add an extra level of personalization and flair to your look, the team provides a wide range of accessories, including:

  • Wedding dresses
  • Bridal seperates
  • Special occassion dresses
  • Veils
  • Bridal belts
  • Hair accessories
  • Jewelry

Brides for a Cause is an affordable, charitable and sustainable way to shop for a wedding dresses! Purchase or donate your wedding dress today!

  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

What are your price ranges for full-priced wedding gowns?

Under $500
$500 - $999
$1,000 - $2,499

Who do you provide services for?

Bride
Bridesmaids
Flower Girls
Mother of the Bride

Which of the following services do you provide?

Sample Sales
Trunk Shows

Which of the following items do you offer?

Bridal Belts
Hair Accessories
Jewelry
Plus Size Gowns
Sample Gowns
Shoes
Undergarments
Veils

What is the average turnaround time for a bridal gown?

Less than 6 months
6-8 months

How often do you receive new bridal gowns?

Monthly
Seasonally
Weekly

What is your return policy?

Final Sales
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Brides for a Cause in Tacoma, WA, offers a diverse selection of beautiful wedding dresses at affordable prices with proceeds supporting charitable causes. Reviewers highlight the helpful and accommodating volunteer staff, the clean and organized shop layout, and the wide range of sizes and styles available. Guests appreciate the selection of dresses in various sizes, the ease of scheduling appointments, and the welcoming atmosphere of the store, making it a highly recommended choice for brides looking for budget-friendly and meaningful wedding dress shopping experiences.

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Brides for a Cause in Tacoma, WA, offers a diverse selection of beautiful wedding dresses at affordable prices with proceeds supporting charitable causes. Reviewers highlight the helpful and accommodating volunteer staff, the clean and organized shop layout, and the wide range of sizes and styles available. Guests appreciate the selection of dresses in various sizes, the ease of scheduling appointments, and the welcoming atmosphere of the store, making it a highly recommended choice for brides looking for budget-friendly and meaningful wedding dress shopping experiences.

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Joanie S. Sent on 08/17/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Brides for a Cause Sacramento

The new store in Sacramento is right in mid-town next to some awesome brunch/lunch spots with free street parking on the weekend! The boutique is smaller with about six dressing rooms (4 in use for social distancing) and have a concentrated selection of dresses from size 2-18. Bridal sizing is even worse than street sizing, so don't be afraid to go up a few sizes since many of the dresses are samples or donated dresses with alterations. I ended up getting a size 14 Paloma Blanca sample that fit nearly perfect on me (I'm a street size 8-10). The ladies were wonderful assisting me both times. First with my sister and mom, and next alone while my fiance sat on the bench by the door hiding me from view with headphones in so he doesn't spoil the selection process for himself. (He's a good sport). I found my dress after coming in to try on a dress I had on hold and I felt super supported and encouraged to make a decision that was right for me and not what my family might have influenced. Best part was that my dress ended up being nearly 82% off the sample sale price!! So check out their locations especially if you are a bargain hunter, proceeds also benefit various women's charities and the have accessories, veils, bridesmaids and mother of the bride occasion dresses too!
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Nicole Sent on 05/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Great store

I visited Brides for a Cause in Tacoma, WA. The volunteer staff was helpful and welcoming. The dresses are all donated and in great shape. There is a huge selection for many sizes, but as a larger bride the selection was limited- again they are donation based. Great prices, if you find a dress you love!
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Sall Sent on 06/28/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Awesome place to get your wedding dress!!!

I had a great experience at Brides for a Cause - San Diego! Andrea in particular was fantastic at helping select and style dresses for me to try. This store was incredibly attentive, flexible, and was not crowded during my appointment. I had tons of space to try on dresses and for my guests to sit (one of them had a sprained ankle and the team was so accommodating). Despite this store having opened recently, they have a large selection of great quality dresses, all reasonably priced and going to great causes. I highly recommend this place!
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Team

Erin Scharf
Erin Scharf
Founder

Erin started Brides for a Cause in 2012! She's currently the Founder & Executive Director.

Since 2012, Brides for a Cause has recycled over 23,000 dresses and given way 1.2 Million to charity! Our charity bridal store wouldn't be possible without our donors from around the country who generously donate wedding gowns and to our brides who choose our bridal store to shop for their wedding dresses!

Donate or purchase your wedding dress from Brides for a Cause to help raise funds for charity!

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