David’s Bridal

Last verified: August 17, 2026

Return policy at a glance

United States
Return window
30 days
Free return shipping
Conditional
Receipt required
Yes
In store return for online orders
Yes
Refund processing time
Not specified
Restocking fee
Not specified

David's Bridal allows returns within 30 days of receipt for most items. You must have your original receipt, and items must be in original packaging with tags attached. Return shipping costs apply unless you return in store.

How returns work

You can return by mail using a prepaid label, at a U.S. David's Bridal store location, or by dropping off at a UPS-authorized location or shipping carrier. To start a mail return, submit a return request online using your order number and email, select the items to return, and receive a prepaid shipping label via email. You must ship within 7 days and keep your tracking information. In-store returns are accepted at U.S. locations within 30 days of receipt.

Exclusions and restrictions

David's Bridal does not accept returns on custom products, perishables, shapewear, swimsuits, personal care items, beauty products, face masks, perfumes, colognes, or gift cards. Items with removed tags or opened packaging are also non-returnable. Bridal and Little White Dress purchases are subject to restocking fees that vary by price tier and location. In the United States, restocking fees range from $50 to $250 depending on purchase price, while items over $1,499 can only be exchanged. Items over $1,950 in Canada can only be exchanged. The European Union has a shorter 14-day cooling off period for returns.

Refunds

Refunds are issued to your original form of payment. If you paid with cash or a debit card not associated with VISA or MasterCard and the purchase exceeded $50, David's Bridal will mail you a check within approximately 21 days. Allow up to 14 days for the company to inspect and process your return before the refund is issued.

Frequently asked questions

What is the return window at David's Bridal?

You have 30 days from receipt to return most items. For shipments to the European Union, the return window is 14 days. Items must be returned within 30 days whether you return by mail or in store.

Do I have to pay for return shipping?

Return shipping is conditional. You can request a prepaid label when you submit your return request online, or you can use your own carrier at your own expense. The prepaid label option costs $14.99 per label if you choose that method. In-store returns are free.

Can I return an online order in a David's Bridal store?

Yes. You can return online orders at any U.S. David's Bridal location within 30 days of receipt. You must have your original receipt.

What if my item has no tags or opened packaging?

Items with removed tags or opened packaging are not eligible for return. You must keep items in original packaging with all tags attached to be eligible for a return or exchange.

Do I need a receipt to return items?

Yes. A valid original receipt is required to return or exchange items. Without it, you cannot process a return.

Are bridal dresses subject to restocking fees?

Yes. Bridal and Little White Dress purchases are subject to restocking fees. In the United States, the fee is $50 for purchases below $1,000 and $250 for purchases $1,000 and above. Items priced over $1,499 can only be exchanged, not returned for a refund. Restocking fees vary in Canada based on similar price tiers.

What happens if my item arrives damaged?

Call 1-844-400-3222 or text HELLO to 38201 within 7 days of receipt to report damage. You must report within 48 hours of delivery. David's Bridal will replace the item or refund your purchase price plus original shipping.

How you can return an item

  • By mail , Use prepaid label or customer's own carrier; ship within 7 days
  • In store , At U.S. David's Bridal locations within 30 days of receipt
  • Carrier drop off , UPS-authorized location or box, or respective shipping carrier

Step by step

  1. Submit return request online via Order Status using order number and email.
  2. Select the item to return, provide reason, specify quantity, and submit.
  3. Receive email confirmation with Return Request Number and shipping label.
  4. Print return label, attach to box with item, and note Return Request Numbers.
  5. Package items together in one box if returning to same location.
  6. Ship to UPS or carrier within 7 days and keep tracking information.
  7. Allow up to 14 days for inspection and processing of return.
  8. Receive email confirmation when return is processed with refund issued.

Categories with their own return window

Category Window Note
Bridal/Little White Dress Purchases $1,000 and above (US) 30 days Restocking fee $250 applies; items over $1,499 exchange only
Bridal/Little White Dress Purchases below $1,000 (US) 30 days Restocking fee $50 applies
All other dresses non-bridal (US) 30 days Restocking fee $15 applies
Bridal/Little White Dress Purchases $1,300 and above (Canada) 30 days Restocking fee $350 applies; items over $1,950 exchange only
Bridal/Little White Dress Purchases below $1,300 (Canada) 30 days Restocking fee $70 applies
All other dresses non-bridal (Canada) 30 days Restocking fee $20 applies
European Union shipments 14 days 14-day cooling off period right of cancellation

What you cannot return

  • Custom products , Excluded category
  • Perishables , Excluded category
  • Shapewear , Excluded category
  • Swimsuits , Excluded category
  • Personal care items , Excluded category
  • Beauty products , Excluded category
  • Face masks , Excluded category
  • Perfumes , Excluded category
  • Colognes , Excluded category
  • Items with tags removed , Excluded condition
  • Items with opened packaging , Excluded condition
  • Gift cards , Excluded category
  • Items without valid receipt , Receipt required

How your refund comes back

You paid with Refund comes back as
Cash or debit cards not associated with VISA or MasterCard (over $50) Mailed check within approximately 21 days

Returning without a receipt

Items without valid original receipt not eligible for return or exchange

Exchanges

Exchanges allowed within 30 days at U.S. stores only. Online exchanges require completing a return and placing new equal or greater value order; contact customer service for assistance.

Damaged or defective items

Call 1-844-400-3222 or text HELLO to 38201 within 7 days of receipt. Report within 48 hours of delivery. Company replaces item or refunds purchase price plus shipping.

What the policy actually says

Every figure above is taken word for word from the retailer page. Here are the exact lines.

Field Quoted from the retailer
Return window days We accept returns in our U.S. or Canada stores up to 30 days after you receive your merchandise
Exchange window days You can exchange items purchased in our U.S. stores at one of our U.S. locations up to 30 days after receiving your merchandise.
Free return shipping A $14.99 charge will be deducted from your refund for each prepaid return shipping label you request
Return shipping fee A $14.99 charge will be deducted from your refund for each prepaid return shipping label you request
Receipt required Must be accompanied by the original receipt of purchase to be eligible.
Original packaging required Must be in its original packaging with all tags attached or cellophane wrap/seals (not including plastic dress bags) intact.
Refund method We accept returns in our U.S. or Canada stores up to 30 days after you receive your merchandise for a refund to the original form of payment in the form of your original payment. For purchases over $50 made with cash or debit cards not associated with VISA or MasterCard, we will issue a refund via a mailed check within approximately 21 days.
In store return for online You may also make your return, within 30 days after you receive your merchandise, at any of our U.S. stores.

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