Wedding Atelier - New York City…read more Wedding Atelier completely ruined my dress during alterations. The cups that were sewn in were two sizes too small, causing my bust to bulge out of the dress. The underwire cut into my chest, pushing one breast to the right and the other upward. With every fitting, the situation got worse rather than better -- leaving me in tears with my wedding only a week away. I ultimately had to take the dress to another seamstress just to salvage it. To make matters worse, after three fittings, they had not even completed a hem. Wedding Atelier charged $1,300 for alterations -- payment required at the time of purchase -- and refused to refund a single dollar despite the damage they caused. The owner, Carrie, was completely unsympathetic and unwilling to take any accountability for what happened. She is unethical,. If you want to protect yourself from unnecessary heartache and stress in the lead-up to your wedding day, I strongly urge you to take your business elsewhere.

I'm disappointed in my experience here…read more First the dressing rooms are tiny and I was literally handed big dresses to then get into myself... like me and the stylist in a tiny cramped room and me trying to out on a ball gown by myself with no help? So random. They also didn't let me look around at first. They pulled dresses I didn't like and didn't offer to let me do that until after 15-20 minutes. And mind you it's $75 for an appointment.

Not the best selection of dresses, many a bit outdated. Didn't see any current popular bridal…read moredesigners or perhaps just didn't pick them out from the 6 or 7 dresses I selected to try on or the few racks I browsed. The fitting "area" didn't have a mirror so note it's more challenging to closely inspect the dress on your own. Definitely overpriced for very limited selection, which lacked variety. Was surprised that samples were often only priced maybe $500 off the "original price" (questionable if the listed original prices were even accurate, seems inflated, so hardly any cost savings). Many of the dresses were barely more than 20% off, most lower. They do have a small selection (1 rack) of plus sized dresses, although I didn't look through them but something to consider if you fall into that size range. Most of the dress sizes in bridal sizes 8-12, which had several racks. Hastily purchased a gown that I do regret. Note their policy of final sale, no exchanges. They do not take walk ins, but I called day of and received a same day appointment. I guess if you're desperate for a last minute dress with not many options, this places fills a role as you may find something to settle on. Apparently they have independent tailors they work with in store who they claim can quickly do last minute alterations as well but I cannot speak to the quality of said work and I see reviews questioning the quality. I also noticed they handle sales tax in an unusual way, which others may want to be aware of. Wouldn't say this is worth including in your journey to finding a gown in NYC unless you've run out of options.

Ivan is absolutely phenomenal- I can't recommend him and his beautiful…read more dresses more. I was visiting from DC for work and within one hour he helped me find the perfect dress to suit my figure. It was such a great experience that I've come back for all of the alterations and have recommended him far and wide. Book an appointment and you will not be disappointed! He made me feel like a beautiful and happy bride from the first meeting.

This was hands down the best wedding dress appointment I've been to, and it was all because of…read moreKate. She was the kindest, most patient person and made the entire experience feel so special. She took the time to walk me through every section of dresses, offering thoughtful recommendations while also giving me the space to browse on my own. I never once felt rushed while trying on dresses, and after the appointment she sent me the most amazing photos of me in every single one. Thanks to Kate, I found multiple dresses that I absolutely love. My biggest problem now is deciding which one to choose! I truly can't recommend asking for Kate enough.

This was our first stop in our journey to find my daughter's wedding dress. The selection can be…read moreoverwhelming but that is why you need KELLY. 10 out of 10 for her as a consultant on finding your style and finding the right dresses. She was phenomenal and knew which questions to ask, how to probe to find your style. These dresses will be the best value in New York. If there are 2000 dresses, I am not under estimating, there is a dress there for every body shape and pocket.

I was not the bride in this scenario but went wedding dress shopping here with a friend. She loved…read morethe selection and ended up choosing her dress from the Atelier. These photos are general ones of the space and dress options. Very pretty place and spacious as well. They made our visit a welcoming one.

I was flying to New York City hoping to visit my dream bridal store, Mark Ingram. I called and…read moretried to book an appointment online, and was told I needed to be placed on a waitlist, which I completely understood and agreed to. A week before my trip, I received a call from the boutique saying I might have a chance to be taken off the waitlist. However, the woman on the phone quickly corrected herself, said, "Oh never mind, you're not getting married until 2027," and hung up immediately before I could say anything. This interaction felt extremely unprofessional and disappointing especially after planning my trip weeks in advance and being so excited to visit.

This place is the absolute BEST! I wish I could give them more stars. After searching so many…read morebridal stores for the veil I wanted I came to the conclusion it didn't exist so I sought out some options to have it made. I was very nervous having never dealt with them before. But the service was amazing from start to finish. We started with some different tulles and I brought some material I wanted to incorporate from my dress, they have endless supply of every lace for edging you can imagine. With measurements and drawing out my ideas on a page it was sent to be cut, a couple of weeks later I came back and they have everything pinned just in place so we could still make amends I was so excited we added some bits and then I came back two weeks later to the most beautiful veil you can ever imagine.I am so excited to wear it for my wedding. This store and it's staff are so knowledgeable and absolute professionals at what they do. Could not recommend them anymore.

I've been doing business with them for over 20 years. Never have I been disappointed with…read moreselection, quality of fabric or customer service From flower girl dresses to mother of the bride, bridesmaid dresses and my personal favorite my daughters wedding gown - 10 yards of his finest silk I used his suggestion of using pearls since she didn't want lace.

Had a great experience buying my wedding dress here! Xandra was kind and knowledgeable about all…read morethe dresses. I went shopping by myself and felt extremely welcomed and comfortable at their store. Would recommend to my friends!

The team at Sarah Seven is simply amazing. From start to finish, everyone was so sweet, kind, and…read moregenuinely excited to be a part of my dress journey. I had always loved Sarah Seven designs, and when it came time to choose the dress, they understood me perfectly. I was able to customize a top from one design with the bottom of another, and they made the whole process feel effortless and fun. I anxiously waited for my dress to arrive--and let me tell you, it was worth every second. It fit like a dream and felt so me. And we have to give a moment for the veil. When I first tried it on, it was jaw-dropping--but somehow, it looked even more magical on my wedding day. Every detail came together beautifully, and I'm beyond grateful to the Sarah Seven team for helping bring my vision to life.

I don't even know where to begin because I don't think I have the words to truly express how…read moreincredible this place is. Prior to my Leanne Marshall appointment, I had gone wedding dress shopping twice and had already surrendered to the fact that the "this is it" moment was something I was never going to have. I left previous wedding dress appointments feeling sad and defeated. I had even sworn off strapless dresses, I loved so much in photographs, because I thought they just didn't look good on me. Not only did Nathan open the showroom early to accommodate me, since I was only there visiting New York for the weekend and booked a last minute appointment, he made me feel more beautiful than I ever could have imagined. I had literally developed an anxiety over trying on wedding dresses. However, within seconds Nathan took all that anxiety away. After taking a quick look at me, he immediately pulled the Isabella dress, and said I had to try it on. Though I had sworn off strapless dresses, his confidence and conviction made me excited to give the dress a try. It was the first dress I tried on there, and when I looked in the mirror I could barely believe my eyes. I had never felt more beautiful. I felt like a classic Hollywood actress who belonged on the red carpet. I tried on more dresses. Though each of them impressed me, none cast the same spell as Isabella. Every girl deserves to have her moment- when the entire world stops and all eyes are on her. Nathan gives you that moment. He makes you feel like the star you truly are. Of course, none of this would be possible without Leanne Marshall's vision. I have since tried on other dresses I hoped would compare to hers, but no one else makes them the way she does. She understands what is most flattering on a woman's body, and it's the subtle but very important details she pays attention to that make a world of difference. Her dresses immediately make me feel like I have lost ten pounds! That's pretty magical if you ask me. I haven't purchased my wedding dress quite yet, but after all the dresses I have tried on I can tell you this. I will not be walking down the aisle in anything but a Leanne Marshall dress. Thank you Nathan for the wedding dress appointment of my dreams, and thank you Leanne for your beautiful creations.

I had a fantastic experience working with Leanne Marshall Bridal. A small number of her bridal…read moregowns can be found at Lovely Bride. However, to see them all (and trust me, you WANT to see them all), set up an appointment (required) to visit her NYC showroom. Each flowing, ethereal gown is more beautiful than the last. And the prices are absolutely fair! I initially worked with Angela, who was friendly, knowledgeable and enthusiastic from the get go. I loved so many of the dresses that it was hard to decide which one to purchase. She was flexible in allowing me to come back in for a second appointment to try on my favorites once more before choosing THE ONE. The showroom is small so you will be the only client there, which makes the experience relaxed and personal. At no point did I feel pressured to buy. After making the final decision, Angela was professional in helping me understand the contract and taking my measurements. My emails were always answered quickly and all communication was easy and pleasant. Shockingly, the dress was finished a week earlier than expected and took only 4 months total! I picked it up today and it is just the most beautiful piece of work. Whitney was very helpful and attentive in completing the sale. I feel beyond lucky to have found Leanne Marshall and to own one of her creations. Pictures to come at a later date :) Brides, do yourself a favor and visit Leanne Marshall Bridal! These gowns are just breathtaking and superior to many others I tried on all over NYC.

I know that my humble first review won't have much street cred, but at the risk of being completely…read moreignored, I feel absolutely obliged to give my first and highest rating to this fabulous woman, Ms. Mary Adams. Though I have never been much for wedding planning hoopla, the one thing I wanted was a beautiful and unique dress. My original fantasy of going to the Philippines and having one made especially for me to the tune of $500 proved too ambitious, so I felt somewhat relegated to give David's Bridal a chance. One visit with my then-fiancé to the DB in Midtown East, and I knew it would never, ever, work out. (Sorry, DB fans!) Anyway, I happened upon this very Yelp page for Mary Adams in my search for bridal boutiques, and it was these same five reviews that I had read that convinced to look her up. Her website was filled with these fantastic, playful, creative - and wearable! - works of art. We scheduled an appointment with her for later that week. We entered a small but cheerful studio on the 6th floor of a nondescript office building, and met with Mary, a funky-cool woman in her 50s, someone who you just know marches to the beat of their own drum. We discussed what kind of wedding we were having and what we had in mind for budget. Rather than designing a dress from scratch, we opted to search her collection for an "off-the-rack" design that might suit our needs. The first dress I tried on, a pretty white layered organza piece, was ten times more unique than anything I had seen at DB. My fiancé and I breathed a happy sigh of relief and practically settled on that first dress, but out of curiosity wanted to fit a few more dresses. Heck, we had already made the trip, right? If I did not almost cry when I tried on the next dress, a stunning aquamarine gown with a halter and form-fitting bodice, and flowing, asymmetrical layers. It was THE DRESS. It was so gorgeous that I reconsidered every inclination and expectation I had to wear a white dress, and it took all my willpower to give it back to her. It was decided: Mary Adams was the one, and she was going to make MY perfect dress. I had at least four more visits with Mary over the course of three months. Just because it was considered "off-the-rack", she still sews every detail by hand or with her workhorse of an ancient Singer machine, customizing it to you. She presented me with fabric choices and color options, and she offered her wisdom generously when I asked for advice. Goodness, she even handled my mother gracefully when she came with me to the subsequent fittings (nothing short of a miracle). Lola C. said in her review that she was sad to pick her dress because she would no longer be part of the process. I ditto that. We planned for beach wedding in St. Thomas last October. My dress, as per Mary's instructions, was to be turned inside out and crumpled in a bag for the plane ride. I was hesitant to do this, for obvious reasons, but it's part of what made the dress so freaking cool. That, and because of the way it was made I never had to worry about not fitting into my dress even if I gained five or ten pounds. (I just had to make sure I drank enough beer so I didn't lose weight!). Needless to say, I loved my dress and felt absolutely beautiful in it. Everyone genuinely raved about it -- not out of any sense "Tell the bride she looks beautiful even if she looks like a train wreck"-obligation. I jumped and frolicked in the sand and had the time of my life in this dress, and by the end of the night I really didn't want to take the dress off (to the slight dismay of my now-husband!) To end this rambling love letter/unsolicited life story, I highly recommend a visit with Mary Adams, not just for your wedding, but for any occasion you want to look and feel fabulous. You will not regret it!

Mary Adams made me the wedding dress of my dreams. Didn't end up getting married, but I'm still…read morethrilled to own such a stunning garment: very full, ballerina-length Swiss Dot skirt over a crinoline, with a sweetheart neckline. She'll work with you to design exactly the dress you want, and then you'll have about four fittings (in my case) over three months or so. I had a good idea of what I wanted, but her ideas made the dress so much more special. Mary's work is exquisite and her dresses are unlike anything else you can find. The experience is pleasant throughout and while she's a very assertive personality, Mary's a terrific woman and well worth getting to know. Ask her about the sewing classes she runs for neighborhood girls. As Elizabeth G mentioned, look over her books - I don't think her site does the range of her talents full justice.