I absolutely loved working with Merrie and my DCB dress. I had a hard time finding a tea length dress on the east coast, so I'm SO GLAD I got to visit the DCB showroom. It was a dream -- the first time in which I tried on multiple dresses that I loved and in which felt like myself! The DCB dresses were beautiful and sweet, with a lovely 1950s flair. Merrie was a dream to work with after I ordered the dress, assuaging my anxieties and even helping avert a potential sizing crisis. The dress came exactly when she said it would and it was fantastic! I loved working with her, and I can't recommend the experience more highly. read more

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Thank you!!! SORRY fof the late post! I loved my dress and this day! Hawaii.. raining... 04.18.18 Just perfect! read more

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They are currently in transition into a new place, they're in a industrial park not a typical storefront but don't let that fool you. They are professionals and experts in making the bride happy and beautiful. They are so nice. They emailed directions to find the store and what to bring to the appointment. They are by appointment only and it's worth a visit. They schedule a block of time about 90 min and it's just that one bride ( and her entourage). It's so special, makes you feel like the VIP you deserve to be treated as. My suggestion is to try on as many dresses as possible and even if it's not your style, you never know what will look good on or what will just feel right. Since this place is all about customizations, it's perfect to figure out what works for you. You can start with a base dress and add on lace or buttons or length ( they can do floor length). Change the neckline, sleeves, short sleeves, straps or strapless!!! Sky's the limit, so many combinations to try. They talk you through the process and find what features of the dress you like and fine tune until you have your dream wedding dress. I highly recommend booking an appointment and checking out their amazing designs. read more

Not surprised to see all 5-star reviews, because there simply is no other! My friend's sister knows a bit about my style and she recommended this shop because she knew I wanted a very original wedding dress and I absolutely love vintage clothes. The shop is adorable...it kind of feels like you are in a thrift store, however with only beautiful, unique fashions that can be customized to make the ideal wedding dress. For my wedding, I had decided to have two dresses: a long formal dress for the ceremony, and a short, vintage-couture, fun dress for the reception. I tried on several short dresses at Dolly, and went with the first one I tried on...I think I knew just from looking at it. They took my measurements, and I ordered it in my size, and in ivory. After looking around the store, I decided to order some accessories to go with the dress. I ordered an awesome huge bow to pin on the back of the dress, and a "little cap" with a birdcage veil. I had fuchsia flowers sewn on the top, to match the color scheme for my wedding. As a swing dancer, this was just the perfect dress. As someone who did a lot of dancing at my wedding (took dance lessons with my husband for quite some time), this second dress was one of my best decisions. After my dress arrived, I emailed them back with some questions about exactly how to wear the "little cap" and attach the bow. I was happy to get a response with photos the next day. Best of all, I wore my wedding dress again on Halloween, and again on the Day of the Dead....we dressed as a Day of the Dead bride and groom. Not many girls can say they wore their wedding dress 3 times in less than a month! I have a feeling that this is not a dress that will sit in my closet all but forgotten. read more

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I can't praise Merrie enough! She was my first stop ever trying on dresses and she made me feel so comfortable, beautiful and helped me truly find the style I ultimately fell in love with. I did not get my dress here, only because I found "the one", another designer, elsewhere but I was not disappointed with any part of my experience at Your Bid Day. The selection was fantastic at very affordable prices. Merrie is so sweet, helpful and goes above and beyond to make your dress shopping experience a special one. Her knowledge of bridal dresses took me outside the box to dresses I never thought I would love. She was great at listening to me but also made beautiful suggestions! She is the best and highly suggest her to every bride-to-be! We will be back for mother of the bride dress shopping :) read more

I found Dolly Couture online by chance while searching for tea length wedding dresses. I seriously fell in love with the retro style of the dresses and saw they had location in Los Angeles to try them on. I'm from California so off I went to drag my parents to Dolly's and try on dresses. Expecting to be going to a storefront, I was actually surprised to be going to Dolly's house! That was actually a lot more comfortable and intimate. My dress fitting assistance, Yasmine, was very sweet and down to earth and helped me feel relaxed. Dolly was actually there briefly and it was fun talking with her about the dresses and different styles. We were in and out the door in under 45 mins flat- no joke. I had chosen 3 styles prior to going in this order: Walnut Creek, Avila Bay, and Cambridge. I tried each dress on and fell in love with Cambridge. I said "yes to the dress" in 15 mins, hahaha. We all agreed it was very flattering and I felt like a bride. Yasmine measured me and I was able to order and pay for my dress right then. My dress showed up sooner than expected and it was so beautiful! I had it taken in and fitted to me like a glove and I received sooooooo many compliments on it. I am still so pleased with it and would recommend Dolly to any bride looking for a less "traditional" but uniquely beautiful wedding dress. read more

Most amazing experience with Dolly Couture! If you're looking for inexpensive and fabulous, look no further! I love shopping locally, and while they are growing their business now, they were a small enough of a shop for me to feel good about supporting a local - Dolly Thicke. Everyone loved my dress and I gave many referrals! My dress and veil were absolutely timeless. My groom was floored... Dolly, you brought tears to his eyes and thats not easy. Thanks to all the staff at Dolly Couture! read more

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I Am a Dolly couture bride: Wearing the walnut creek: Went in today Jan 8th 2014 to Dolly Couture with my girl friend and my mom and found my wedding dress right away! Ruthie was the young woman who helped us she couldn't have been more wonderful! And she was amazing! She knew everything I needed and answered all my questions without a problem! Ruthie got me serval dresses but after I tried on the second one that way it! I have never been so happy and excited for something that was so easy specially when I thought for sure it wouldn't be but Ruthie made everything perfect and because of her I now know I will be having the perfect dress and day! All my love to dolly couture for there professionalism and expertise! Highly highly recommend you go see there very cool vintage dress! Specially if u are a woman like myself 5'4 these r the dresses for u and Ruthie is the woman to help! This is Ruthie: read more

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I got my dress from Dolly Couture and I just can't say enough awesome things about her and her company. Dolly & Nickie have the best customer service imaginable, because they're both just fabulous people but really care about all of their brides. My dress totally exceeded my expectations and it just fun and lovely. And for what you get, it's way affordable for a custom dress. My dress was completely fit to my measurements (so no $$$ for alternations!) and was a custom design and was still in the $600 range. Really not bad for a wedding dress, and getting to work with Dolly & Nickie was priceless. If you want a fun, vintage-y, and quality-made dress you have to go to them. Also, they just opened up a storefront on Ventura Blvd. in Tarzana and it's the cutest thing ever. Pink and green and zebra and funky like no other. You can walk in, but it's better to make an appointment. The samples range from size 2-18, and there's not a ton of inventory, but there's enough that you can probably fit into a handful of dresses to see which style suits you best. read more

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I knew the style dress I wanted for my wedding and when I found this shop on Yelp i knew I had found the perfect place to look. Was helped out by two girls. They were very helpful and were nice around my family. Most places I had been to for bridemaids dresses were rude and unhelpful. But this place was extremely nice to us and I really appreciated that. Bought my dress in October 2014 for May 2015 wedding. I received it in the mail in January. I believe the dresses are all made to order so you can get exactly your size to your fit. read more

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I am grateful beyond measure to see my sister as happy as she was the day she found her dress here! She looked and felt beautiful in each and every one of the dresses picked out for her, and anyone who has gone dress shopping before knows that is a testament to a stylist who truly knows what she's doing. She embraced us from the moment we stepped in to the moment we left, asked and answered all the right questions, and gave my sister a day we'll never forget. The shop itself is beautifully kept-- not one detail about it is artificial or out of place. My sister's dress surprised us both by how much it fits her, inside and out, and I cannot wait to see her wear it again on her and her beau's special day. My sis means so much to me, and it was clear that she meant so much to Dolly Couture too. Thank you x 1,000,000 for letting us share this day with you. Oh! And it was a crazy good deal for such an exquisite dress. read more

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Long story short, all my family is out of state, and when it came to dress shopping, I basically did it alone (No no, don't cry, I was fine. Really). I saw the shop when I got lost on Ventura and a few weeks later, called and made an appt to look at wedding dresses at Dolly Couture. There was another group fitting dresses and one person manning the desk- Dolly was sick that day with Pink Eye (so random and that's why I remembered it!) so it was a little busy with one lady running back and forth bringing dresses. ANYWAYS, like some amazing and low budget weight-loss infomercial, every dress I tried on fit! (Living off vodka and wedding planning works!) The woman working the desk was cool enough to take pics with my phone to send to family and the voting began for the best dress. I wish I remembered her name, she was helpful and honest, not just trying to sell any dress. I had no intention of going with a strapless, but when I tried on a sweetheart one I found the one. The one thing I remember was still being unsure, so I went home to think about it. I believe you can only place the order online, and got a little panicky when I noticed they bumped up the dress I liked to a different collection, which translated into a 300$ price difference. I emailed Dolly and they honored the original price I saw and before I knew it, my dress came in and only needed minor alterations. If you're curious to see how that went: check out my review for Sossy's.... read more

I learned about Dolly Couture of all places at Disneyland's Dapper Day Expo and wow nothing felt more like fate than running into them! I knew I wanted a tea length style dress for my wedding but I knew next to nothing about dresses in general and felt VERY overwhelmed by the whole process! I wasn't looking for a multi-thousand dollar dress and I was intimidated by the "going into a wedding dress boutique and trying on dresses in front of a bunch of people" atmosphere. Well Dolly Couture was the best of every world! Their remote try on process was perfect for me--I picked three styles that interested me from their website and they sent me them in relatively my size. I was then able to try them on in the comfort of my own home with just a few trusted friends and make a hybrid design from there! They were so flexible in their customizations and so responsive in their communications. When I got the final dress back it was absolutely perfect and well within my budget! If you're looking for that tea-length look for your wedding dress and a low-stress environment in which to design your perfect dress, look no further than Dolly Couture. read more

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If you are a bride of ANY size or age, RUN don't walk to see Merrie. She is AMAZING!! She has a keen eye, listens and picks up your cues about dresses you are trying on. Then finds the perfect dress for you! She never pushes more expensive dresses (or her taste) and tries hard to work in your budget. Her dresses are very reasonably priced as well. You can tell Merrie is a woman who loves what she does. She really wants you to be happy with your selection and will allow you to take time and think about which one is the right 'one'. She was kind enough to open on a day that her store was closed so I could come by a second time to made a decision. You will not be disappointed if you give her a chance : ) read more

My experience with Merrie was AMAZING. After many disappointing dress shopping experiences I was referred to her by another shop. Honestly, I went into the appointment without high expectations. She looked at the other dresses I had in my possesion and asked well thought out questions. She picked two dresses and started putting one on me. On the hanger I wasn't too impressed with the first one. I was looking at my feet when she was putting it on and tightening it and zipping it until she got it all zipped. I didn't want to look in the mirror but when I did I burst into tears because it was EXACTLY what I wanted. The first dress I tried on I purchased. Unreal. Merrie has a true gift. Thank you thank you thank you! read more

I'm going to be a Dolly Couture bride! The style of my wedding is somewhat vintage-inspired and with my body type, it's ideal that I have a dress custom made for me. Dolly Couture was the best option for me. After drooling over their designs on their website for months, I decided to have a friend take my measurements and I'd order a dress online. When my boss informed me I'd be going to Los Angeles for a conference, I was stoked on my good fortune of being able to visit the actual showroom. I was beyond excited to get to see their dresses in person, instead of ordering fabric swatches, which you can do online for a few dollars. Also, I'd be getting the actual dressmakers to take my measurements! I'd already been corresponding with one of their sales reps via email and they were always very quick to respond to my questions. I let her know that I'd actually be coming into the store and she was quick to schedule an appointment. A few days before my trip, I received a call from their employee Sarah. She not only confirmed the date and time, but went over some notes she had about which dresses I'd mentioned that I liked and some others she might suggest I try on. I reminded her that I am plus size, therefore I wouldn't be trying anything on. I had already done my research and corresponded online with a few brides about their experience with bridal shops and the general consensus was they will only have straight sizes available for samples. "Oh, yes you will," she chimed back. I was very pleased to learn that Dolly Couture stocks many plus size samples in their store room! Sarah also noted that I'd be coming from out of state, inquired which hotel I was staying at, and made sure I had the correct directions and public transit options down. I stayed in downtown LA, so my trip was one long subway ride followed by a bus ride straight down Ventura Blvd, with my exiting stop being just 2 doors down from the shop. A friend who just moved to the area went along with me. We arrived a few minutes late, but Sarah was there to give us hugs when we walked through the door. She already had a few dresses brought out and ready for me to try on and even offered to take photos of me (and my friend who got in on the action) playing dress-up. I ended up selecting the dress I already had my mind on, but with a little customization. While waiting for Sarah to draft up my quote, I heard her on the phone with Dolly Thicke, the store owner. I overheard Dolly say to her "you know we usually charge $200 for plus-size dresses...but don't charge it to that bride." The rumors are true about Dolly Couture aiming to keep their dresses under $1,000. I know that even that price might sound crazy to you (it did for me before wedding planning) but when you look at all the dresses out there, you'll find that you really get the quality that you are (or are not) paying for. Sarah really went above and beyond with her level of customer service. Once we were done, my friend and I were exhausted and starving. She recommended an Italian restaurant down the street and even offered to pick us up after dinner and take us to the subway station, saving us a long bus ride! We had such a great conversation in the car that she made the ride last a little longer and dropped us off at the Hollywood subway stop, which would shorten our train ride back to downtown. She advised us to walk into the W hotel lobby bar, order a drink, and do a little people-watching before we get back on the subway. She said she couldn't let me go back to Texas without having that LA experience. She gave me a big hug goodbye and we did just as she advised. Impressively, my dress arrived much earlier than I had expected. It is beautiful and exactly how I ordered! I am having to take it in a bit but that is due to me losing 20 lbs since I was measured in the showroom. If you are even considering ordering a dress from Dolly Couture, and especially if you are plus size, just do it. You will not regret it. Best customer service experience ever! read more

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Merrie is fantastic! I simply can't say enough kind things about her. I actully did not end up buying my dress from her because she didn't carry the designer of the dress I ultimatly fell in love with. But if she could have ordered it for me I would have taken my business to her in a heartbeat. So many people in this industry come off fake. Perhaps they've been doing this too long and have forgotten how to make the bride-to-be actually feel special, instead of using the same cliche phrases over and over again. Not Merrie. When she says she cares more about a bride getting HER perfect dress than getting a dress from her shop, she is telling the truth. She even looked at my photo of the dresss I had my eye on an agreed I need to find a salon that carried it and go try it on. She is also a wonder with clips. She can clip a large dress down and she can take a dress that's too snug and line it up on your body in such a way you can get a good idea of how it looks. I cannot highly recommend her enough. If you are ANY size, go give Your Big Day a try. She even stayed past her posted buisness hours to help me. I hope her business continues to grow and that she has nothing but success. read more

Disclaimer: I am writing this review, not as a customer, but as a "peruser." Quite soon after they opened up, I stopped into Dolly to see if they had any brassieres conducive to wearing with my own wedding dress. They instantly started to pluck dresses off the racks that they thought were perfect for my body type. As much as it was a little tedious because, well, I already owned a wedding dress, it was really fun! The best part of it all was that I had forgotten to tell them I had only tried ONE wedding dress on during my bridal shopping experience. I had a blast at Dolly because I was given the experience of trying on several dresses, completely guilt-free. I told them I already had a dress and they told me they didn't have a bra fitting for my dress, yet... they still pulled dresses out for me to try on! It was almost as if they were just gaining excitement/pleasure from seeing someone happily wearing them. It was refreshing and absolutely fun! I left after making no purchases, but with a huge smile on my face. Awesome customer service! The dresses were adorable and I would highly recommend perusing their designs if you're in the market. Hell, the fact that I've reviewed Dolly but not my own dressmaker has to speak volumes about their business! read more

Needless to say, I was a bit worried to order my wedding dress on-line with only my measurements in hand; HOWEVER, THANK YOU to Dolly Couture's patient customer experience team, I was able to relax and order my dress. Heck! Dolly's team makes a girl want to get married EVERY YEAR!! LOL The dress I ordered was The Verona (with polka dots). The Verona has a deep v-front and v-back with subtle polka dots. This vintage feel dress fits PERFECTLY!! The material is beautiful and the quality is impeccable. Though I live in Texas and could not go to the store, I found the process easy and the team provided the reassurance I needed to purchase my dress. I highly recommend Dolly Couture and team!! read more

I ordered a custom dress from Dolly Couture. Based on the top half of one dress - with changes (3/4 instead of full sleeves and boatneck instead of collared), and the bottom half of another. While visiting NYC, I had my measurements taken and placed my order. 8 weeks later, the dress arrived - early. Yay! And then I checked it out. Instead of Champagne, it was White. Instead of 3/4 length sleeves, they were above the elbow. A number of other issues existed as well, mainly with measurements being very off as well as the neckline being wrong. I contacted Nickie ASAP and provided her with photos of the measurements compared to what they should be, etc. I sent my dress back. 3 weeks later a brand new dress arrived. Everything was about right EXCEPT the sleeves were just to the elbow this time and were missing the buttons that help them to be fitted. However, with an upcoming wedding I couldn't send it back AGAIN. So I sucked it up that I would have *nearly* my dream dress and they sent the buttons and I had a local gal put them on. While the sleeves left me sad (seriously - proper 3/4 length is much more flattering, is what was in the sketch, and is the measurement taken), the dress did look beautiful. I've had so many compliments. My big complaint is that the errors never should have occurred. The sleeves, when measured, are still not the right length as we discussed on my purchase contract or the revision. HOWEVER, Nickie and the DC office were nothing but apologetic about the errors and incredibly helpful. In the end, I'm still glad I went with a Dolly dress. I can't give 5 stars as I'll forever be sad about the sleeves, but for all their effort to try to make it right, I do give 4. read more

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My Dolly Couture dress was beautiful, comfortable, with custom details, and my experience with Nickie was letter-perfect. I was very happy with my dress overall, so it's tough for me to give Dolly Couture anything besides five stars. At the same time, the experience was not quite perfect. The initial fitting went great. Nickie helped me try on and pick out the color and details that were right for me. She made me feel special, took an interest in my choices, and even took some photos for me for later reference. She told me to come back a couple of months later for measurements and to place the order. I did so, and that appointment was also a treat. Nickie was again a gracious host. She took my measurements and we placed the order. The dress would be shipped to my home address (I live in LA; Dolly Couture is in Tarzana). The expected number of weeks later I got an email with a tracking number. Alas that was the end of my communication with Dolly Couture! The dress turned out to be substantially too big in the shoulders and bust (no mean feat on my figure, heh heh). I took it to a local tailor for alterations, and I was very satisfied with my experience with that tailor and the end result of the dress. I see from other reviews that other clients were able to take their dresses back to Dolly Couture for alterations. I didn't realize that was an option. To be fair, living in LA, I would have been unlikely to make two more trips to Tarzana (for alterations and pickup.) Maybe that's why it wasn't mentioned as an option? But having the choice would have made me feel more at ease. Perhaps Dolly Couture can follow up with a customer once the package tracking indicates the dress has arrived? Perhaps Dolly Couture could be more clear that alterations are included? One more thing -- and I know this is trivial -- but Nickie asked if I wanted to order a garment bag with the dress for $40. I was like, yeesh, but OK -- I'll have a nice garment bag, and it will protect the dress. The garment bag that came was very light and flimsy -- kind of like a woven paper. And it was the only thing in the box protecting the dress. I was a little miffed. I would have preferred: 1) the markup not be SO much. I got my father a sturdy, gusseted, cedar-and-canvas garment bag off Amazon for this wedding for ten bucks! 2) the cost of the garment bag -- even with SOME markup -- be discreetly rolled into the cost of the dress, so the overall effect is "here's a free garment bag!" instead of "pay extra for something to protect your dress." YES, these are small things. YES, overall I was very satisfied with my dress and experience and recommend Dolly Couture. For a reasonably-priced, quality vintage-reproduction dress for a tall, busty gal, there's no one else out there. I'm grateful I live in LA where going to a Dolly Couture store is even an option. It is only because I'm so happy overall that I care about the small things that were imperfect! read more

Merrie is simply the best. She is honest, kind, professional, artistic, extremely knowledgeable and one-of-a-kind in an industry which is, frankly, fairly cannibalistic. Your Big Day was my last stop of a grueling three-day trek to literally a dozen bridal salons, where I had found precisely NOTHING I could wear outside the dressing room. All those stores target the same population: 20-somethings with lithe figures, large wallets and a propensity toward exhibitionism. That's not me. In those dresses, my more mature body looked like the ridiculous woman who still thinks she's a prom princess or worse, an over-the-hill Las Vegas show girl. Humiliating. Your Big Day Bridal was the last stop on my Great Trepidation Tour--not because I anticipated anything negative there, but simply because it was the furthest west point on my planning map. And so, weary and discouraged, I trudged into YBD, introduced myself to Merrie, announced that I was pretty sure I would be wearing a paper bag to my wedding and tried not to cry. The first thing Merrie did was NOT to try to sell me anything. She stopped what she was doing, sat down and listened. She took time, smiled, hugged me and spoke gently: "I understand. Maybe you've been shopping in the wrong stores." Indeed. And from there, Merrie began to help me define a look that was appropriate for me. It took several meetings over a period of weeks and I changed my mind numerous times, but she never lost patience. Eventually, Merrie found my dress and helped me develop a vision of how to dress it up with lace and satin ribbon until I had a beautiful, appropriate, well-fitting dress , which incidentally was priced at one-third the cost of any of the dresses in the other shops. Merrie also went the extra mile to find the dress that my maid of honor desperately wanted. She is very small (4'11", 85 pounds) and really, nothing fits her. But Merrie found her dream dress and found it on sale, to boot. I don't think she made any money on that transaction. She just wanted to be sure that we got what we needed. Amazing. Right now, Merrie's business is new and small. She lavishes her time and talent on each client. If you're a bride looking for just the right dress along with integrity and over-the-top customer service, go see Merrie while she still has time... because it's only a matter of time before all of Los Angeles discovers this hidden gem. read more

Spoke to Mary or Merrie today... super nice and very passionate about customer service. Most places i call to get information about thier business its like is a big secret, but she was very friendly. You can tell when you speak with someone if they like what they do.There is no doubt in my mind she loves helping brides find the perfect dress. I Can't wait for our appointment on Thursday, to interview her and showcase her location. More to come... read more

Full Disclosure, I did not end up buying my dress here. Even so, my experience with the store was fantastic. Also, this salon specializes in A-line Tea length dresses. If you're in to that, look no further! They were quick in responding to my emails, setting up an appt was easy. I rolled in the Saturday after Thanksgiving with my mom, my MoH, her two kids, and my friend. This was a our first shopping trip, so we required a fair bit of hand holding. There is far more variety in that on silhouette than I would have imagined. fabric, necklines, and sleeves, completely change the mood of each dress. And when I mentioned being interested in colored crinolines, they had a sample one ready to go! And aside from just veils i got to try on a white top hat! I highly recommend them for their patience, fair prices, and easily customizable gowns. And applaud them for being unfazed by an overly helpful toddler running around. read more

Merrie is AMAZING! She is super sweet, personable and completely helps brides like me who have no idea what style or designer they would like. She completely understood me and got the feel for what I was looking for even though I didn't have the words to describe how I felt. She had many dresses in my price range (around $300) and even better she happened to have a sample sale going on. She has water and little things for my Mom and Bestie to look at and giggle about while I was in the dressing room so nobody was bored. I found a dress that had me in tears and she even threw in a veil for a great discount. I absolutely love my dress and suggest anyone make this their first stop before any other. read more

Dolly's dresses are AMAZING!! I had a small garden wedding in the end of August, and my dress was perfect. I found Dolly's web site through Google, and I fell in love with them. I live in Northern California (SF Bay Area), and Dolly's shop is in Southern California but the drive was 150% worth it! I did not get to meet Dolly herself, but the sales rep Niki is fantastic. I was the last appointment on a Sunday afternoon, but I never felt rushed. Niki clipped me into every dress in the store, and ended up ordering a customer version of the Manhattan that they had there. For an extra $75 I had a completely custom dress and head piece in six weeks. I don't think it gets any better!! When the dress came it was perfect! The changes I wanted made were exactly how I had imagined them, and I felt amazing. I did have the dress altered a but just to get a perfect fit, as they recommended. On the day of the wedding I was comfy all day, and I felt amazing. Conclusion: If I could give them a million stars it would be well earned! If you're in the market for a retro dress talk to Dolly Couture :) read more

I ordered my dress (The Verona) directly from their store in Tarzana. There were a couple of problems with the dress when it arrived (the bodice was cut shorter than the in-store model, they forgot to put the frill in the hemline, etc), and I did end up having to bring it back to the store for a few rounds of alterations. Nickie was extremely gracious about fixing the mistakes, and didn't charge me extra for the alterations. So while the process didn't go completely smoothly, they more than made up for it in excellent customer service. I ended up with a dress that I was really happy with, and that everyone loved! As a side note, I would also like to mention that although Dolly's dresses are vintage inspired, they can be easily styled to play down the "retro" look. I wasn't trying to for a specifically "vintage" look for my wedding, and instead just wanted something flirty, not-too-fussy for a summer garden party wedding. Dolly's dresses translate really well for this type of event, and would also be a perfect option for day-time brides or brides just looking for a fun reception dress. read more

I heard about Dolly Couture on Offbeat Bride.com. Lots of happy brides looking super cute in their short/tea-length dresses! I knew the vintage look wasn't necessarily "me" but decided to give it a try. DC is appointment only! It was really easy to make one though. I went in about a month ago to try on dresses. I'm (5'5/225) a street size 20, probably 22-24 in bridal and was able to try on more than one dress. Yay! The saleslady I met, Ruthie was nice. I haven't ordered a dress, so I can't comment on that. The dresses I saw looked nice, and well constructed, but I didn't go around inspecting them either. If you're considering DC, check their Facebook page, there are lots of pictures from brides that you can look at by dress style (including customizations of that stylel) or by custom dresses. read more

I contacted Merrie to try on some tea-length Dolly Couture dresses. Though I didn't end up going with a Dolly dress, this review is the amazing time I had with Merrie! Merrie is so sweet and so easy to work with. It was my first time trying on dresses, so I was super nervous. Merrie was right there, holding my hand as I stepped into my heels, clipping dresses that didn't fit, and fluffing out dress skirts for the best effect. She even busted out a mini heater when it got a little chilly in the room! She really wants the very best for every bride's big day. I highly recommend her services! read more

Merrie is a gem in an industry full of coal. She makes it a point to know her brides and makes you feel as if you are the only bride on the planet. Her shop is adorable and inviting. Her inventory of beautiful, designer gowns is really impressive. Her knowledge and expertise of everything bridal is amazing. She truly wants you to love your look and is not just trying to sell you a dress. I cannot say enough great things about her and her shop. I had a horrible experience at a big box store where I tried in over a dozen dresses, and was pretty discouraged by the time I got to Merrie. After telling her about my vision and venue, only 4 dresses later, I had MY dress. Thank you so much Merrie!!!! read more

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AMAZING!!!! Merrie is simply the best! She instantly makes you feel comfortable and at ease with what can be a very nerve-raking process! She does an amazing job of listening to you and working with you to make sure you find exactly what you are looking for. As other people have mentioned, she caries a wide variety of dresses, none of which exceed the 2,500 limit- and that was super important to me. I also loved the fact that Merrie only worked within my budget and never once made me feel uncomfortable. I would HIGHLY recommend Merrie and her salon to any bride looking for a wonderfully, intimate experience. I can't thank Merrie enough for the experience and the lasting impression she has left on me and my family. read more

I spent a good amount of time researching tea length wedding gowns prior to shopping. Unfortunately, tea length dresses are surprisingly not as commonplace in the US as they are in other places like the UK. I stumbled upon Dolly Couture by accident. I live in Goleta, and the storefront (was) located in Tarzana. After a brief correspondence over email with Merrie (of Your Big Day Bridal) to set up an appointment, I learned that Dolly's storefront had just closed and that my appointment would be in her (Dolly's) home. I was a bit nervous at first, but all of that washed away when Dolly herself greeted me at her doorstep. She whisked me up to a large (pink!!) bridal room upstairs and the fun began! There were rows upon rows of dresses. I was a bit overwhelmed at the selection and had no idea what size I was. She eyeballed me for a quick second and then picked out about 4 or 6 or so in my size for me to try. She suggested I try the San Marino first, and I will admit, I was hesitant at first. On the hanger, I was only slightly eager about it. I'll be damned if I didn't walk out of the dressing room and gasp a little. It looked AMAZING. I was shocked. Then I got a little panicked because I thought, oh GOD... is this just because it's the first one I tried?? Dolly insisted I try the others to be fair and I did. She was very patient and took photos of every single dress I tried on. She was honest and kind and very sweet. I went through all of the dresses and then she suggested I try the San Marino again, just to be sure. I did, and it was PERFECT. It honestly fits like it was MADE for me. I wanted to buy it on the spot, but I wanted to clear my head for a moment and get a bite to eat before I made my final decision. Mind you, I went by myself and was a bit excited. She was very understanding and I told her I would call her in a hour and let her know. She told me she would hold the gown whilst I thought about it (she had another appointment after me and I was scared that person would buy it). Long story short, I went up the street and had a bite to eat. I texted the pictures to my mom. We both agreed it was the one. I texted Dolly and headed to the ATM. I went back to her house and got the dress. She had packed it up all nicely, and also gave me the number to her tailor, Irma. It was a wonderful experience. Once I got home, I tried on the dress again. I was slightly over enthusiastic and popped off a button. I emailed Merrie and she quickly mailed me a few replacement buttons. Awesome customer service even AFTER I had bought the dress is very impressive, in my opinion. I am sad to hear that Dolly has closed the in-home boutique, BUT I know this means there are probably new things in her life that are occupying her time, so it's wonderful news. :) read more

Buying my wedding dress from Dolly Couture was my favorite wedding prep experience. Merrie is the best! I was planning a very last-minute backyard wedding and was looking for a tea-length dress. Merrie had so many dresses that I liked, and she showed me display models that I would be able to have ready at short notice. The first time I went, she was insistent about taking pics and not buying that day. She was so right! When I got home and saw the pics, I realized that the dress that I thought was my first choice wasn't the one that looked best on me and ended up buying the one that was initially my second choice- and I couldn't be happier. She also hooked me up with a nearby tailor who did a wonderful and fast job. I can't recommend Dolly Couture enough! read more

Dolly Couture Bridal - Beverly Glen dress by Dolly Couture with a belt made from a necktie. - Bridal Near Me

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I purchased a Melrose Dress from Dolly for my wedding (4/9/16).My wedding coordinator suggested Dolly after having seen my Pinterest board and noticed the tea length dresses I liked. I had tried on about 5 or 6 Dolly Dresses and the Melrose dress was the 4th one I tried on. The dress was perfect! I loved the detail, it needed minimal alterations, and it was so comfortable! The birdcage veil was so pretty. I opted to have the bow be placed on the back of the dress rather than in the front. I chose a champagne color for my dress. Thank you Dolly!! read more

Dolly Couture Bridal - April showers in my Melrose Dress ! - Bridal Near Me

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I was in town for only a week, and even though my wedding is still two years away, and in the early planning stages, I couldn't leave town without trying to visit Dolly Couture. I was nervous about calling for an appointment, because I knew I would not be buying a dress at this time, even though the style was what I envision for my walk down the isle. This would also be the first dress shop I visited. I decided to be honest with the sales person who answered my call, instead of pretending like there was a good chance I would be buying a dress that day. She was exceptionally friendly and did not mind that I would not be buying anytime soon. My appointment was wonderful. Sarah was my attendant and she was very helpful and knowledgable about the dresses and was great at suggesting styles that would fit my body. As we discussed modifications she explained exactly what each one meant and would entail, and the price of each. She took notes the whole time and sent me home with a sheet detailing which dresses I liked best on, and which ones I'd want what modifications to. When I got home she sent an email thanking me for my visit and letting me know that I could email her whenever I was ready to order a dress, and Dolly would first create a sketch for free, and then work with me to refine the design. Great customer service, beautiful dresses, and fantastic prices! read more

If you are looking for a vintage style CUSTOM wedding gown, this is the best place to buy yours. This store is the perfect idea for a bridal boutique. I just wish more boutiques existed like this. If you want to be wooed with champagne and a hard sell, this is not the place for you. It's the place for me... low key, high quality. EVERY dress I tried on made me look like a movie star. The mix and match design elements make it perfect for any bride to be. If you want a custom dress, a dream dress, that you actually try on samples of first, this is what you want. You don't design blind as most custom orders are. You get exactly what you want, custom designed for you and you'll know before they make it that it looks great on you. read more

I love this store. I was so excited before even entering this place to see the dresses I had been drooling over on pinterest in real life. I really wanted a short dress for my upcoming wedding being that its in a backyard and also I just like 50's and 60's styles. I was on a budget and looked at regular bridal stores first. Specifically I had only found one dress I even slightly considered but it was 30's style silhouette and just a little more revealing than I felt completely comfortable in. None of the very few tea length dresses I looked at really completely flattered me or was comfortable. So even though the closest Dolly Couture was over an hour away I felt it was worth the drive. It's in an unassuming area, a strip of shops with a few restaurants. Parking was a bit confusing but once I realized they had a back lot it was fine. Once inside the first thing I noticed was rack after rack of gorgeous dresses. All short tea length gowns. The girls went through each rack with me and I must have tried on atleast a dozen. But they were so fun! They even let us bring champagne and strawberries and make it a really nice ladies day with my two bridesmaids. I thought I wanted a lace dress but by the end I went with a much simpler fabric and I'm really in love with it. They let me choose ribbon to see what would look best as a belt and I choose the back of one gown paired it with the silhouette and fabric I liked best and voila! Perfect gown that is made just for me. I even got a drawing of it! And it was still in my budget over under $1000. If I had taken a ready made one it would have been significantly less but all the dresses I liked at other bridal stores were wayyyy too expensive. On top of that I left my wallet in the store and was freaking out when I left. I called and even though the girls had left they went back to the store and looked for it and then waited there for me to come back and get it! They were sooo nice. Then when I got my dress 8 weeks later in the mail I found the straps weren't able to be disattached (which I am pretty sure I requested but may have gotten a little lost being that we covered so many details that day) so I emailed their customer service girl Abby and she said just ship it back at their expense and they would have their tailor fix it for me, at no cost. It came back perfect. LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS SHOP, wish they would open one in LA instead of Tarzana or even better in OC but still well worth the trip if you love vintage styles. read more

Mary is perfect! After a few scary places we stumbled upon this place! I wish there was a little bigger selection but Mary made our day! Bigger samples for realistic people! Thanks so much! read more

I came in for a consultation with Merrie and she was excellent. She asked me a few questions to get a feel of what my taste was like and the immediately brought out some options. 3/4 of the options were spot on for my style and the other 1/4 were stuff I would have never imagined to wear. I tried on some dresses and about 5 dresses in, she handed me this dress and told me to go try it on and I refused because I didn't like how it looked. She promised me that my mind would change after trying it on and low and behold it ends up being my wedding dress. Hilarious right? It was so comfortable and light and of course very beautiful. It complimented my full figure well and I got many compliments. I am very happy I found her. read more

Dolly Couture Bridal - Loved my dress - Bridal Near Me

All I wanted was a tea length dress for my wedding and this was my ONE stop shop. Merrie was amazing to work with! I went in there saying "NO STRAPLESS DRESSES!"... She encouraged me to just try it just to make sure I didn't like it and now... I have an amazing one of a kind STRAPLESS dress for my big day! Almost as if she knew me better than i knew myself! She was so helpful and so pleasant to and I am in LOVE with my dress! It fits like a glove! It was really fun collaborating with her and bouncing ideas off one another. I highly recommend! Literally could not be happier. read more