When I was searching for a wedding dress, I found Hera Bridal online and contacted April via email to set up an appointment. She was so sweet over email and worked with my schedule to set up an appointment timely as I was finding a dress just a few months out from the time of my event. Upon entering Hera Bridal the day of my appointment, I was instantly in wedding dress heaven! The studio itself is so cute and there were so many wedding dresses to choose from. April had soft music playing in the background, and everything you'd dream of having in a wedding dress shop from an adorable area to try on the dress, to a bouquet of flowers to give you to hold as you envision yourself in a dress walking down the aisle. April worked with me and my budget so graciously so that I could truly have my dream wedding dress for our wedding!! It was God's providence that I landed upon this boutique, the dress I chose was only the second dress I tried on. April is contentious, kind, and so sweet. Thank you again for everything! read more

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First of wanted to say that April does a wonderful job in making sure the brides feel special from the initial communication to the delivery of the dress she is amazing. I truly appreciate her flexibility with my initial appointment as I was traveling a couple of hours just to try on some dresses. Throughout my appointment she was super supportive and offered different options/tailoring ideas for the dresses which was an option I didn't receive at other bridal stores. She was also super patient as it took me about ~5-6 dresses to find the one! Also! April made sure everything was clean and sanitized during my appointment! During my wedding day I felt like a total princess! Totally recommend Hera Bridal to all the future brides!!!! read more

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I absolutely loved my experience with April at Hera Bridal. Despite the pandemic and challenging times, my experience still felt magical and amazing. I felt safe without compromising the bridal dress experience. April was attentive, welcoming, and intuitive throughout my private appointment. My appointment was to try on a specific dress, but April encouraged me to try on a few others and I'm SO glad she did! The dress I wanted to try on didn't fit well with me, but she was able to visualize my venue and style, and found the perfect dress for me. I can't wait for it to arrive! read more

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I was fortunate to have a group of staff who have made my bridal dress shopping an experience I wouldn't forget. Rosa, the owner provided an excellent communication and continued to follow up with me in weeks leading to my appointment & after. She had gone above and beyond to look for and deliver what I had asked. Then I arrived at my appointment and Bethany made my experience such a delightful time. From the warm welcome to the creative thinking and presenting me with alternative beautiful dresses I would have picked out myself to being attentive to details and following through my queries. She also continued to help and communicate with any other extra and additional inquiries I had days after my appointment. I couldn't be more satisfied and well pleased with the experience. I can't wait for my dress to arrive. I'm so lucky I found this amazing place. read more

April is absolutely amazing! Her communication with me and getting me the dresses I wanted to try on before my appointment was superb! I must say I was looking forward to my appt and meeting her...when we finally met she was a breathe of fresh air! She went above and beyond to make sure my guest and I were comfortable and happy with the dress selections. She took time to understand the vision of my wedding, the look I was going for and managed to make me feel incredibly beautiful & special (& it's not even my wedding day yet). Thank you for making this bride-to-be's dream look come true!!! --Steffi read more

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This is hands down the best place to do your wedding dress shopping! The experience was top notch, and every moment was thought through by the amazing April. When you think of Carmel shopping, high end boutique shops and beautiful Instagram scenery bubble to the top. Hera Bridal did not dissapoint. We emailed ahead, and requested the VIB service (Very Important Bride ;-) and boy did they deliver. Our party of 6 was greeted by the boutique owner April, and a beautiful spread of bubbles and nibbles. Every part of our greeting felt custom, right down to the brides Spotify playlist streaming in the background (yeah, we emailed that too). Unlike other boutiques, the dresses were there for us to browse through. April was a knowledgeable guide, and surprised us all with a perfect lineup that included our favorites, plus the ones that she knew would look great on our bride! The dressing room was large, with loads of mirrors, a raised floor, and a very secure drape. While she worked her magic dressing our bride, we all had cushy velvet chairs and sofas to plop on. Every 15 minutes, we were treated to another stunning gown reveal! We took loads of photos for reference, and April had her do the "sit test" in each dress. The last dress was the winner. There was no agonizing, it was just the perfect dress. There was no uncertainty - as the process was so smooth. We were worried about the price tag (we were so swept up in the process) - and it was a very pleasant surprise. We ordered and paid on the spot. Alterations can be made after the dress comes in, with April or with a local taylor in our area - it doesn't get much easier. We spent the rest of the day shopping and revisiting all the photos, with a job well done! You deserve the best as a bride. Head over to Hera, and be treated to the VIB experience. Also, supporting this entrepreneur is what keeps these special experiences in business. Am I gushing? Yes... and you will too. read more

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It was really hard to pick out a dress here. The saleswoman had a limited understanding of wedding dresses compared to other places I went and I feel like I ended up trying on too many dresses that I didn't like which was exhausting. read more

April , the owner, made our event very memorable and stress free! She was very informative with a patient personality to handle our robust group. I highly recommend your Bridal shopping here with April! You will not be disappointed! read more

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April was great! We did a covid try on.. 5.20.20. Very personal and professional and safe! They have a private bathroom and showing area with gentle music playing in the back ground! Definitely recommend booking to see some of these amazing dresses! read more

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I first went to visit Hera Bridal Boutique in December after visiting many other Bridal shops. To be honest I was feeling hopeless on finding my dream dress. April -the store owner- was AMAZING helping me find the perfect dress. She listen very carefully, she noted and applied everything I was saying to finding the dress. She was not only super helpful, nice, sweet but she had attention to detail with my family and myself. THANK YOU APRIL!! After my purchase, April was and still is great on communication, follow ups and updates. She is truly the best and I am so grateful I purchased my dress with her. She made my experience so easy and enjoyable! I truly do recommend her, I drove 2 1/2hrs and I do not regret it. read more

April and Hera Bridal are FANTASTIC! I was totally not expecting to find a dress when I first visited since it was my first dress shop stop, but the perfect dress + April's help = the dress of my dreams! April is sweet, kind, patient, and really gets a sense for your style each time you try on a dress and has another gorgeous one ready to go! Besides that, April went above and beyond to make sure my group was comfortable in the shop (being that COVID is still extremely prevalent). My mom is high risk and didn't want to sit in the shop while we were there, so April took the time to clear a window and put a chair outside for her. And even after all that, my mom saw the great lengths April has gone to make her shop clean and safe, so she decided to stay inside for the entire appointment - and April had no problem moving her back inside and making her comfortable. After our appointment my step-sisters were raving about how awesome April was and how she made my appointment perfect in every way. So grateful for April and Hera Bridal, and so excited to wear my wedding dress in 8.5 months!!! =D read more

Hera Bridal is a wonderful place to find a wedding dress. I made an appointment and had the whole boutique to myself. They have a wide array of dress styles, including those from whatever trunk show they are hosting. April made sure that I felt comfortable the entire time and made trying on different styles a breeze. She is attentive and honest, ensuring my concerns were heard without being pushy whatsoever. I ended up leaving that day with a stunning dress from Madison James, feeling elation after finding my dress so easily. The salon is immaculate and organized. The dressing room is spacious and has multiple mirrors, allowing you to see yourself at every angle with privacy before showing your audience. I would highly recommend Hera Bridal, to both confident and uncertain brides. Excellent experience! read more

April is absolutely amazing! She's the sweetest and most helpful person you can come across when looking for your bridal gown! I can tell she's passionate about what she does and happy to help you find your dream wedding dress. I had seen my dream wedding dress on instagram and couldn't find it anywhere I came across Hera bridal online and April helped me order the dress. She did not have the dress in store for me to try on and see but I was so in love with this dress I decided to still order it she immediately helped me with that and rushed the order I received the dress a few days ago and I am so happy and in love with it! Thank you for everything!‍ read more

Hera bridal is the best bridal boutique. I had exceptional service from booking my appointment to receiving my dress. April is so sweet and very knowledgeable! read more

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Dear future brides: do yourselves a favor and check out this incredibly wonderful boutique! I cannot say enough amazing things about Hera Bridal!! 1.)I found my dream dress here. 2.)April was so amazing and accommodating the entire time. She was in tune with everything while being such a great listener as well. She's not only one of the nicest people I've ever met but she made the entire experience so easy and comforting for me. Not to mention everything was clean and beautifully kept in this shop. 3.)Gorgeous dresses!! I'll be recommending Hera Bridal always!!! Thank you, April! read more

The experience working with Hera Bridal was super personalized and comfortable. I appreciate that the team really set up a safe private space. April took the time to learn what I envisioned, explained the process and took control listening to my feedback regarding each dress to help what was in my head come alive. She made sure I tried a variety of dress and made sure that when I was making my decision it was truly for a dress that I want to be in when saying 'I Do'. I highly recommend working with the Hera team they do not disappoint. read more

Love love love April!!!! I purchased my Eva Lendel Jess dress earlier this year from Hera Bridal. I had this particular dress in mind and coming from the Bay, Hera Bridal was the closest Eva Lendel retailer to me. It was easy to schedule the appointment online and April was a great communicator from the start! She was so sweet to me and my guests on the day we came down to try on dresses. Any time I needed to come to the store (try on, pick up, etc.) I made an appointment and was always the only customer in the store with April's full attention. It's location by all the other shops/restaurants in Carmel is an added bonus! I always made a little day out of it when I needed to go. Would highly recommend April and Hera Bridal to any future brides! read more

I cannot say enough great things about April at Hera Bridal! From start to finish, my experience was phenomenal and attentive. Due to the Pandemic, I first met with April for a virtual fitting, in which she took the time and care to go over each dress with me in detail. With that being said, April made me feel so special in that initial virtual meeting that I decided to drive hours (from LA) for an in person meeting weeks later. April is so personable and knowledgeable, but most importantly really listens to her brides to make the entire experience above and beyond! I felt comfortable and safe the entire time and even found my wedding dress! Don't walk but run to Hera bridal to get the best wedding dress shopping experience ever! read more

Without hesitation, book your appointment with Hera Bridal! April is a complete angel! My time at Hera was my first experience ever trying on gowns, so I didn't completely know what to expect- April was so kind and attentive from the second my family and I walked through the door, and she made the process so easy breezy and lovely! She thoughtfully listened to my gown likes/dislikes and gently encouraged me to try on other styles just in case I ended up loving a style I never considered before. I really appreciated that approach to the appointment! The cherry on top was that the first dress I tried on ended up being THE dress! April nailed it with her first pick and I could not be happier! Thank you for making me feel so special, April! read more

First off, WOW. My dress shopping experience was amazing. From the moment I walked in, to weeks after my appointment, April made me feel like the most special bride. With covid I was unsure of how my dress shopping experience would be, but with Hera Bridal, it was beyond what I could have imagined. April was so sweet, welcoming, and attentive while my family and I were in her shop. She has this way of making you feel so comfortable, like you've known each other for years. April was mindful of my budget, unlike other salons, and really listened to what I was looking for. Weeks after my appointment, I received the sweetest thank you card in the mail. She truly loves what she does and it shows. I am so grateful for my experience at Hera Bridal! read more

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Said yes to the dress at Hera! April and her team at Hera Bridal made me and my family feel so special during our visit. They really take the time to listen to what you're looking for, and want to make sure you feel beautiful on your big day. They put so much thought into the little details that make your day magical. Thank you all for helping me find my dream dress! read more

April was so kind, knowledgeable and all around amazing! She provided such a special dress shopping experience and the dresses she had in store were all gorgeous. I originally found my dress online months ago and her boutique was the only store on the West Coast that carried the designer and dress. We made a trip to Carmel to try on the dress of my dreams and luckily it worked out! Hera Bridal did not disappoint in the slightest and I highly recommend this store for any brides that want a unique, beautiful and elegant dress for their special day. Thank you again April, you were exceptional. read more

I'm so happy I came to Hera Bridal for my dream wedding dress!!! April was absolutely amazing! This was the first and only store I went to. I came alone due to the timing for my wedding (needed to find something ASAP and all family/friends live in other states) and she helped me find the perfect dress. We went through many different styles to make sure I had found the one. Even though I did not have my family or friends I felt so confident with April's help and guidance. The boutique is in a beautiful spot in Carmel, and I will definitely enjoy my next drive there again!! Thank you for a wonderful experience!! read more

No issue with the staff really, they're as nice as you expect for a place that has such expensive dresses. I really did not appreciate that the store had almost exclusively small, model sample sizes. I'm not even that big a person, I wear like a 10. 12-14 in bridal. I don't think they had a single double digits dress to try on. It was very discouraging and uncomfortable. read more

Hera Bridal came recommended to me by Amy from Kiss Me In Carmel Rentals. Booking an appointment online was easy and quick. The shop is following proper protocols and had us wear our masks coming in as well as wash our hands. April kept her mask on but allowed us to be mask free which I appreciated. The salon is beautiful and spacious! There were so many beautiful dresses to choose from! I had an idea of what I wanted and she listened to me, but I ended up with a gorgeous gown I never would have thought to try had it not been for April! I had a wonderful experience and found THE dress thanks to her! She is super sweet, stuck to my budget and has an eye for this! I highly recommend Hera Bridal for any bride in the Bay Area! read more

Hera Bridal brought me the most amazing wedding dress shopping experience, making me feel like the most important bride in the world. April's welcoming smile was just the start of her professionalism that led me to find my dream dress! I am so thankful for April & Hera Bridal! read more

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This was by far the best bridal appointment I've ever had. April was so helpful and really listened to what I wanted in a dress (while being mindful of the timeline I needed it by and pulling dresses that would be ready in time). The whole experience was amazing - from talking about my dress preferences all the way to the try on process, and you can tell April really goes the extra mile to make sure everything goes well (she even asked if I had a specific music playlist I wanted to listen to during the appointment). I love how you're the only one in the store as well - I felt so comfortable the whole time. Would definitely recommend Hera Bridal if you're looking for a wedding dress! read more

I am so glad I made the trip down from the Bay Area to visit Hera Bridal! It is a beautiful shop with a gorgeous selection of dresses. I traveled down specifically for the Enzoani trunk show but also tried on some beautiful gowns from other designers. April is super sweet and made the experience really fun. She has a great eye and found me a stunning dress after listening to what I liked and didn't like about the first few that I tried on. I didn't feel rushed at all despite wanting to try on a bunch of dresses in different silhouettes and fabrics. Also, the dressing room was spacious and luxurious and felt very private, which I really appreciated. I would highly recommend this shop to all brides! read more

April is amazing! She's attentive, insightful, super experienced and honest. Beautiful inside and out. I loved working with her because she made me feel so comfortable, and I would recommend any bride to visit her super cute and elegant shop. Cheers! read more

Ladies, this is where you will find the dress to marry the love of your life! I told the bridal team VERBALLY what I was looking for in a dress. They nailed my wedding dress on the first try. It was like they saw my Pinterest and knew that this was my dream dress. To add even more confirmation, the dress shares a name with my daughter! The team was friendly and professional. They are excellent at providing everything you need for your magical day. I'm so grateful and can't say enough. The bridal salon is located in beautiful Carmel by the Sea. The inside decor is very clean, posh and glam. They are very prompt with communication via email. I received responses within a business day. Not only did I get my dream dress, with custom sleeves and cathedral veil, the total cost was half of my budget! Hera Bridal's focus is on making sure you get the dress you want, not on your wallet. read more

This bridal store is magical! I took my best friend there to find a dress and she was treated like a princess from start to finish. All of her preferences were taken into account and respected. The lighting was fantastic and the selection of dresses were great. Visiting Hera Bridal made me want to experience buying a wedding dress all over again. It's also located in the perfect spot to make a full day experience with family or friends (fantastic options for wine, food, multiple boutiques and beach experience). April was also really good about keeping things extra clean during Covid and making sure the environment was safe but also a relaxed experience. read more

Great experience working with this shop. Very good service and the staff is very responsive. Highly recommend them!

Look no further as this is the shop and the once in a life time experience that you have been waiting for! April is amazing! I saw a dress online that I had to try and emailed Hera for an appointment. April made the time to review photos, emails, and even get on the phone with me BEFORE I booked my flight and appointment to visit (I came from SD to see the dress). Especially because I was coming from out of town I wanted to make sure that she had the dress and that the price would work with my budget. The plaza that Hera is in is an absolute dream! It was a world class experience, April even let me pick the music! I had two of my girlfriends with me and we all agreed that April and Hera were absolutely fabulous. I would highly recommend! read more

April has such a great selection of high quality gowns!!! I was so impressed with her boutique. Iv been to other boutiques in the area and those dont even come close to what she provides! My experience with has been amazing and she made me feel at home! She was great with details and made sure I got everything I wanted for the big day! Highly highly highly Recommend this place!! read more

Hera Bridal is an AMAZING bridal gown shop! Not only is it full of unique, gorgeous dresses, but April is a pro. She gives you the whole experience. She wants to give you what YOU want and to make your dreams come true. You truly are her top priority. I highly recommend any bride go here on her quest to say "Yes to the Dress." Can't day enough good things!! read more

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I am so happy to have said yes to my dress at Hera Bridal. April is professional and it is apparent she loves what she does. I scheduled the mini VIB which entailed a 2 hour private appointment with up to 6 guests, champagne and lite desserts. During my appointment, April took the time to listen to which styles I was interested in, but also encouraged an open mind in trying other styles. I loved every gown I tried on! She has an amazing collection. I absolutely love the gown I selected, and I cannot wait to wear it on my big day. read more

I was very pleased with the selection of wedding dresses Hera Bridal has to offer. Before looking at any other local Bridal Salon, make your appointment here because you will not be disappointed with their selection or service at Hera Bridal. read more

This was the most amazing experience ever!!! April has the cutest shop with such beautiful dresses. She makes you feel so comfortable and is such a beautiful soul! Her main concern is to help you find the dress of your dreams. We tried a couple of dresses and helped me find the one. I visited last minute with my mother and bridesmaid and she made us feel so welcome and made it the best experience possible. Definitely the place to go and find your dress. You need to visit her! read more

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Talk about incredible hospitality! April is absolutely amazing and I truly appreciated working with her. After a small consultation she has a special touch in picking out dresses that are your style and matching the appropriate veils to your taste. She really made me feel special during this time! read more

Hera Bridal understands what it means to deliver supreme customer service! April is a master at her craft and you can tell she is a leader in the bridal industry! First review from a man but Hera Bridal made my wife's experience a dream catering to her and her party of women! For that this company deserves all the praise and i would 10/10 recommend you visit HeraBridal and do the VIB like my Wife did The shop looked amazing inside and out and had a beautiful fountain in the courtyard! Thanks again HeraBridal for making this an unforgettable experience for my wife read more