I can't say enough good things about my experience at Elegance by Roya in old town Alexandria. I…read morepurchased my dress there about 10 months before my wedding. During that time I fluctuated in weight pretty dramatically due to some personal life circumstances. It was too late to order a new dress size so the bodice of the dress had to reconstructed to a larger size. I was terrified that the dress would be ruined b/c if the invasive nature of this kind of alteration, but Farah did an incredible job & after it was done I could not even tell that anything had changed except that the dress fit much better. Later about 3 weeks out from the wedding, I lost a lost a substantial amount of weight and had to come in very last minute to have the dress taken in which was very stressful for me. Farah was able to get rush alterations done quickly and the dress at the final fitting (a week out from the big day) fit like a GLOVE. So grateful for her & happy I chose to get my dress at Roya

Great experience finding my dream dress! Sophi was super helpful with finding my style and matching…read moremy needs! She was extremely friendly and professional without being pushy, allowing me to experience the moment with my family and friends without feeling pressured to pick a dress. I bought my dress as a sample sale piece, so I can't speak for the alterations but the dress pick up process was smooth and I can't wait to wear it! Will definitely be recommending this place to others! Thank you again!

Bridals by Natalie is friendly, skilled, and efficient. Price was fair for the work and my dress,…read morewhich was 4 sizes too big and full of sequence details was expertly fitted and remade

I was determined to find a dress online, but with no luck and time wasted, I decided to find a…read morelocal boutique in person. I found Bridals by Natalie and decided to go in persona for an appointment. I was the only client they had booked for that hour so they were able to put all their energy and focus towards me. I felt very attended to. I also didn't feel judged by them for getting a wedding dress with only a few months left. They asked me what I wanted, and I told them, but they also had me try on many different styles which were all so beautiful, elegant styles. I found a dress that I adored, but it needed some alterations. The bust area was just showing too much. I asked them if they thought they could add more to the dress to cover it up. They said they could definitely make it work. After a few more consultations, we arrived at the final dress. We added sleeves with some extra material they had left in the store and the seamstress beautifully covered the front of the dress. It was so professionally done that it didn't even look like there were extra pieces added to the dress. I am so in love with the dress that I wore and I want to keep it forever. I am so grateful to the ladies at Bridals by Natalie for going above and beyond to make me look stunning on my wedding day. I will never forget your kindness and graciousness towards me.

I visited this bridal shop twice. My first visit was my first time in a bridal shop, and it gave me…read morethe space to explore my preferences. The second visit, months later, resulted in the dress that brought tears to my eyes. I returned because of the comfort and openness of the experience. Most of my positive experience was due to the amazing staff member, Lizzie. She lit up my world during the entire process. She not only assisted me with every try-on but also listened to my likes and dislikes and introduced me to other dress options and ideas. I even requested to work with her again on my second visit. My "Yes to the Dress" moment came with a dress I would have never chosen, but it absolutely rocked my world. I couldn't even try on another dress after that because it spoke to me so deeply and gave me a moment I never thought possible. Thank you, Lizzie, for your attentiveness and for creating that unforgettable moment.

So amazing!!i went in on a Sunday and Emily was amazing! She guided me through so many styles to…read moresee what I would like best. I felt super at ease and the team was amazing!

From start to finish, my experience with Clifton Bridal Boutique was everything I could have hoped…read morefor and more. Katie guided me through the entire process with such warmth, professionalism, and care. She was incredibly easy to work with, always communicative, and genuinely invested in making sure I felt confident and supported every step of the way. I was especially nervous going into my first appointment. I didn't have the traditional group of friends with me, and my mom wasn't able to attend that day, so I came alone and felt a little sad about it at first. But Katie immediately put me at ease. She created such a comfortable, welcoming environment that I quickly forgot my nerves and was able to truly enjoy the experience. Their selection of dresses was fantastic, and incredibly curated. To my surprise and delight, I found the dress during my very first appointment- the fourth gown I tried on! Katie's expertise and intuition were spot-on. What truly sets Clifton Bridal Boutique apart, though, is the level of care they provide. Katie even came in on days the boutique was closed so I could try on my dress when my mom was visiting. That kind of dedication is rare and deeply appreciated. Her communication from the initial appointment all the way through final pickup was flawless, and the bridal tailor they recommended was excellent as well. As a bonus, the town of Clifton is absolutely charming with lovely little restaurants nearby. It's perfect for celebrating with lunch after an appointment. I couldn't recommend Clifton Bridal Boutique more highly. If you're searching for a wedding dress and want an experience that feels personal, thoughtful, and genuinely special, this is the place to go.

I had the best experience at Clifton Bridal Boutique! Right off the bat, Katie was so helpful and…read moredown to earth, and the boutique was absolutely stunning inside. The dressing room was so spacious and had a large mirror as well. I loved that my mom and I could look through all of the dresses, and Katie was very transparent about all of the pricing which we really appreciated. There were so many dresses which I loved at the boutique, and after nine other bridal shops I was so happy to have found my perfect dress! Every step of the process was so seamless, and at no point did I feel pressured into liking a dress like I had felt at other shops. I couldn't recommend Clifton Bridal Boutique more!

I am currently looking for my wedding dress and have had a wonderful experience working with Anna's…read moreBridal. I love a specific designer so I called the shop, seeing that they carry her. I spoke with the manager AJ for a bit, and she explained which of my preferred styles they carry and offered similar styles. She allowed me to walk into the store, look at the dresses, understand their pricing and inventory. She even allowed me to try on a dress that I was captivated by! Everyone at the shop was warm and friendly and happy to help. I am looking to return as I move forward with my wedding dress "journey"!

Watch out of this business as soon as you pay Anna she will change her attitude…read more. Anna and tracy has cause my fiancé distress and pain that I don't even know where to begin. . Would definitely not recommend any bride to shop here. She's lied to my fiancé over and over again.She didn't just overcharge her but treated her like shit. She walked away from her ignored her, shit talked in front of her to her workers and threatened her. Tracy the one working in Alexandria embarrassed her in front of a bride. Anna overcharged her for alterations and didn't even deliver what was on the receipt. They scammed her and treated her like garbage. Don't let your bride shop here. In the end my bride can't even wear the dress.

I highly recommend Elle sisters for your wedding dress needs. The owners were very kind, helpful…read moreand accommodating. I had some improvements added to my wedding dress and was very satisfied with the outcome.

Wonderful modifications to my daughter's wedding dress which is a family heirloom. She received…read moremany compliments - we couldn't be happier.

Absolutely adore Tang! She is masterful and has so much talent…read more She taught my matron of honor and I so many tips and skills to putting on and taking off my dress, as well as how to walk up and down stairs and bustle. At the first appt for alterations, she let me tell her what I thought needed to be fixed first before offering her suggestions. She did this bc something she might see as an issue might not even bother me. Overall, it was a good experience and I'm very happy with the outcome. She made me feel like a queen in my dress and I cannot wait to show it off on my wedding day. *Parking: There's plenty of parking out front, and more in the lot across front the store. It is a very busy lot, and sometimes drivers from the Starbucks drive through gets stuck trying to leave. Id recommend that you park closer to the Bonchon. **Will post pictures of before and after, but AFTER my wedding in May! Can't have the fiance seeing any pics anywhere hehe PS the elderly man at the register was the kindest gentlemen ever!

Extremely expensive, extremely rude and body shaming as they were altering the clothes item.read more

I had such a great experience at Ava Laurénne Bride. I had a very specific dress in mind and…read morereached out with a few questions before booking. Riley got back to me quickly, explained the process, and made everything feel easy from the start. Even though I made the appointment pretty last minute, they were able to get us in that weekend and made us feel like VIPs from the moment we walked through the door. The shop itself is absolutely gorgeous with a ton of options! All of the little details and special touches made the experience feel much more personal than I expected. I found my dress, had an amazing experience, and would highly recommend Ava Laurénne Bride to any bride-to-be looking for a special and memorable dress shopping experience. A huge shout out to Riley for being absolutely amazing!

Michelle was a SAINT. I had a short time frame, didn't know exactly what I wanted, and when I…read morestarted leaning on direction but couldn't find the exact right fit she went above and beyond to find my dream dress. In the videos she's tearing up with us -- she was my biggest cheerleader and helped this new bride have the sweetest moment. Truly love how this place is an experience not just getting you a dress. 10/10 -- came here with my friend prior for hers, now for mine, and hopefully for my other friends as well. Thank you Michelle!