Have the dress professionally cleaned as soon as possible after the wedding
Inspect for stains, sweat, makeup, and dirt before storage
Choose an acid-free preservation box or archival-quality storage container
Use acid-free tissue paper to pad folds and prevent creasing
Avoid plastic bags, regular cardboard boxes, and wire hangers
Store the dress in a cool, dry, dark place
Keep it away from sunlight, humidity, heat, and pests
Handle the dress with clean, dry hands or white cotton gloves
Fold the dress gently and avoid sharp creases
Place tissue paper between layers, sleeves, and embellishments
Do not vacuum-seal the dress
Check the dress periodically for moisture, discoloration, or damage
Reclean and repackage the dress if it is removed for inspection
Label the storage box with the date and preservation details
Consider professional museum-style preservation for delicate fabrics or heavy embellishments