Shopping review:
Alice in Ivory is truly a remarkable bridal shop! I had an appointment on my very first day of the search with my mom & sister, and we worked with Alexis. The store itself (new location on Randolph) is gorgeous. Their collection of gowns have a beautiful range between simple & elegant, boho, romantic and modern, without any dresses that look atypical or just like 100 wedding dresses you've already seen before.
Upon arrival we were greeted with enthusiasm, offered champagne and chatted with Alexis for a few minutes about my wedding and anything in particular I was looking for in a dress. It was very comfortable and convenient that all the dresses were on display for us to browse, pick up anything we wanted to try on, and Alexis explained that she would pull her own suggestions throughout try- on process based on how it was going with what I liked/ didn't like. The dresses are organized by designer.
The process of trying the dresses on was simply perfect. The private room was very unique because it's huge, there is a seating area for guests, and in front of the mirror a large drape that pulls shut while the stylist is helping you into the dress- this made it really fun when I was ready in a new dress and Alexis pulled it open, which made for some really fun "ooo, ahhh" reveals between my mom, sister and I. There is no hassle of walking in or out of a dressing room, which was amazing. (If you really love a dress and need some more room to watch yourself walk around it in with an even larger mirror, they have this right outside of their two private rooms).
Time to talk about Alexis: she is AMAZING. Completely engaged in the conversation, SO bubbly, professional and educated about the store's collection. Honestly having her with us during the appointment was half the fun. She listened to us wholeheartedly, made me feel comfortable in the dressing room (even when my butt was really tight in a couple of the dresses and had trouble getting it on), pulled some great suggestions, and at the end of the day, made this shopping experience absolutely perfect. I have her to thank for making it an experience I will always remember!
At the end of the day it was the very first dress I tried on during the appointment that could not compare to any of the other dresses, and I knew it was the one. I decided to sleep on it just in case (even though I knew I didn't really have to), Alexis took my measurements and after we left, emailed me with the details of the dress, belt, veil & prices. From there it was very easy as well. Over the weekend Alexis answered my emails in record time (especially on a Saturday when I am sure they were busy with appointments) on a few last questions I had about the size I was ordering. They give you the option to pay in full, or pay 60% at time of order and 40% when the dress is in store and ready for pick up. This is the option I went with, so Alexis sent me a contract to sign & send back to them, as well as an invoice via email that took all of 30 seconds to complete.
I am sure I will be able to add more after my dress comes in and I complete the entire process, but for anyone who is looking for a unique bridal shop with a very fair range of prices, gorgeous dresses and amazing people to work with, please stop here! Thank you Alice in Ivory for making my decision so easy and for a day I will never forget! read more