I can only review based on our recent experience with my daughter looking for her wedding dress, but we have not made any purchases yet. The consultant we worked with was not as attentive or enthusiastic as others we encountered at other shops in Chicago. She kept coming and going from the room. While I get that she may have been helping others too, or giving us privacy to discuss options, but it just felt a little odd to me. The dresses my daughter liked were stunning but she is just not sure about the fit or prices and Honey Bridal dresses were the most expensive dresses we saw in a few days of dress shopping. I will update my review if we decide to purchase anything. The store is in a great location. read more

My experience at Honey Bridal was by far the best out of the 3 shops I visited. Caprice was absolutely amazing, calming, and made my experience so enjoyable. I appreciate how she never made me feel rushed and answered any questions I had. I found my dream dress here as their selection is just astonishing and any bride could surely find what they are looking for. If you are wondering whether or not to book an appointment, the answer is YES! read more

Honey Bridal - Bridal Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Our daughter found her perfect dress at Honey Bridal. From the start, everything was lovely! Great collection to choose from, great service by the staff, and a body positive experience! Would recommend for anyone looking for an inclusive, positive, celebratory experience! read more

I went to many bridal shops during my search, and Honey Bridal was by far my favorite (and I really mean by far). The whole experience was intimate, beautiful, and personal, I immediately felt at ease. The dresses are gorgeous and thoughtfully curated, and the fitting rooms are spacious, light-filled, cozy, and private from other customers. Nobody ever tried to push me into anything; everything felt relaxed, supportive, fun, and truly special. I was helped by Caprice, who was absolutely amazing, stellar at her job and such a kind person. She really listened, offered thoughtful styling and alteration advice, and even pulled a "wildcard" dress I never would have chosen myself, which ended up being the one! On top of that, Hallie and Dana (the owners) were incredibly flexible and helpful throughout the ordering process. They went out of their way to contact the designer of my dress to discuss sizing and options, and thought along with me every step of the way. When things became complicated due to an international move, they remained honest and supportive, even when it became easier for me to order abroad. I never once felt pressured, only cared for. Of course, they are running a business, but as a customer I always felt their priority was my happiness, not the sale. All in all, I couldn't recommend a shop more. It was a spectacular experience, perhaps I should get married a couple more times just to visit them again (joking, of course!). In all honesty, Honey Bridal is everything you want the dress-shopping experience to be, and Caprice and the team made it unforgettable. Definitely put it on your list when shopping for dresses in Chicago. read more

I have nothing but amazing things to say about this place. I could truly write a long review about everything that went right, but it's so much stuff and I just couldn't be more grateful that my Matron of Honor found this place. My stylist was Kyndal and she was perfect at her job. She kept the vibes going and knew exactly what pivots to make as we started to narrow down the dresses. Kyndal, thank you so much for everything you did for me. We had a blast and we found the perfect dress because of you. THANK YOU!! I ordered via phone and online with Dana. I had some concerns about timing and getting exactly the right size and she put me at ease. We got the dress ordered fast and I'm just in awe of how hard these girls at Honey Bridal work! I 10/10 recommend Honey Bridal! read more

Wedding dress shopping has been arguably the most stressful part of wedding planning, until I walked into Honey. I came with two of my bridesmaids, and we had an absolute blast (so much so that one of my bridesmaids made an appointment for her dress a few weeks later). During my dress shopping process I went to a few other bridal salons, and none of them are like Honey. The vibes are unmatched and the dresses are so unique. Samantha was my stylist and she made sure to take note of what I was liking, what I wasn't, and we quickly found the perfect, and I mean PERFECT dress for me. I cannot describe how comfortable I was there. The staff felt like long time friends, and the private room with complimentary wine made us feel at home. Fast forward 5 months, my dress came in early, and it is just as amazing as the day I tried it on. It came with this cute card and garment bag, I just couldn't be more happy with my experience. THANK YOU HONEY Pro tip: buy one of their house made candles. It's so cute and one of my favorite candles ever. read more

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In response to Hallie's reply. Let's let the Yelp community come to their own conclusions. My receipt clearly states a veil made by Alyssa Kristin. Click the link and she has 1 veil, which I what I paid for but DID NOT receive. My wife and I are not difficult customers, we just want what we paid for & worse yet these folks reluctantly gave us a refund for their mistake. Our wedding is a week away and instead of trying to make things right she has time to write paragraphs filled with bumbling excuses. Give people what they pay for. ORIGINAL REVIEW Awful service. Ordered a veil for my wedding & paid an additional $50 to expedite it. I show up to pick up the veil and they have the wrong one. Of course the owner, Dana, not only argues with the specific receipt that I showed her that clearly states my order but has the audacity to be rude on top of that. We click on the link on their website that takes us to the specific veil I ordered and she claims that there must be some mistake on her website. Zero effort to correct this horrible mistake a week before my wedding. Instead I am met with unhelpful, rude, & disgraceful service. The veils are quality, but the people running this place are greedy, unhelpful, & rude. If any details with your order go wrong these people will NOT make an effort to fix it. This garbage service is worth avoiding if you are planning your wedding. Seriously AVOID at all costs. A wedding is stressful enough but to have people who you are paying thousands of dollars to be disrespectful on top of that is unacceptable. read more

Honey Bridal - Paid for a Alyssa Kristin Cathedral Veil & did not receive what I ordered. Was reluctantly given a refund. Terribly run organization. - Bridal Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I had the pleasure of working with Hallie at Honey Bridal. Hallie was so sweet and fun to work with. It was my very first bridal appointment and I was nervous and overwhelmed - Hallie made me feel comfortable right away. She also expertly navigated the opinions of my co-shoppers while still focusing on me and my feelings. The space and the dresses all felt very high end, luxurious, and unique. So far, it's the only place I've been where each bride and any co-shoppers have their own private room. It made the experience feel so special. It's clear they really think of everything and go over-the-top to create a unique experience. They put up a sign with my and my fiance's names, asked about my music preferences, and offered us drinks. I was really unsure about what I wanted and Hallie did a great job of pulling different options for me to try. She helped me understand the different cuts and styles and helped me hone in on my personal look. I feel like I learned so much in a 60-minute appointment. Thank you so much, Hallie! read more

10000000/10 this place is a absolute dream. Today I had Caprice as my consultant and she is such an amazing person. you can tell she's very passionate about what she does and made me and my bridal party feel so comfortable and welcome. I could not be more happy with my choice to come here. The dress selection is also fantasti read more

I purchased my wedding gown at Honey Bridal and couldn't recommend them enough. Their staff was so wonderful and supportive in the process, and I ended up finding my dream dress. They even helped me customize it with the designer to make it absolutely perfect for me. I looked and felt amazing on my wedding day and have Honey to thank! read more

I said "Yes Honey" at Honey Bridal. The customer service here is impeccable and I would highly recommend this salon for anyone shopping for a dress!!! read more

My experience here was lovely! Dresses are well made, great designs, so many great options. Granted sample dresses aren't always the right size and I wish the wedding industry was better for mid sized and bigger women.... But the woman helping me was so nice and accommodating and made me feel so comfortable. Highly recommend read more

Fantastic service and reasonably priced dresses. I highly recommend wedding dress shopping here. The staff are very knowledgeable and super friendly. My friend and I had an absolute blast at my appointment and our stylist, Kyndal, was very personable and helpful. We had a wonderful experience here and I would definitely recommend anyone looking for dresses to check Honey out! read more

I tried on dresses here today and it was without a doubt the most bizarre and bad experience ever. I only tried on 5 dresses instead of the 10 we agreed on, a few we'd pulled I ended up not wanting to try and instead of pulling new ones the attendant left the room and wrote the info for one dress I liked on the back of a business card. Many of the dresses were very torn and damaged and they clearly aren't updating their inventory. I pre selected a few dresses and gave my dress size, and 2 couldn't even get over my butt they were so small. I would not waste your time coming here, go anywhere else instead. I'd give 0 stars if I could. read more

I recommend including Honey Bridal in your search for the perfect dress. The select is good but the vibe and service and over the top. The private room is a nice touch. read more

I absolutely adore these ladies! I decided to book at their shop because it was important to me to support a local business and independent designers. I also wanted a store that had inclusive values. I had such a wonderful experience finding my dress! They close down the whole store and give you their undivided attention. It is the type of experience every bride deserves. Later on, I had a self-inflicted drama but Hallie and Dana came to the rescue judgement free and supportive. They worked to get my prefect dress in time for my wedding! read more

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Highly recommend brides-to-be to come and try out the fun dresses even if you think these are not the style for you. They're so fun! There is something about Honey's Instagram persona that drew me to it even before the store opened. I always knew I wanted to visit the store to try on dresses but never thought I would find THE ONE so fast. Mainly because I wanted a simpler dress while Honey carries fun, indie dresses. I kid you not I found the perfect simple but quirky dress at Honey. And I'm OBSESSED! Hallie and Dana were THE BEST! It didn't feel like shopping for a dress but felt more like it was you and your girlfriends in this little dress shop alone, playing dress up. I LOVED every moment of it. I put on THE DRESS and fell in love instantly. When we came back in to try on more, I said I don't feel like wearing anything else. Hallie suggested we put on THE ONE again and they let me just hang out in the dress to my heart's content. Hallie and Dana put zero pressure on me to get the dress or make any decision, yet I bought it after 15 minutes. I could not be happier and cannot wait for it to come. I was so into the whole experience I totally forgot to drink my Rose. That says a lot! PS: They sent me a swatch of the fabric in a cute little card. It is going into my wedding scratch to keep forever. So fun so special! read more

Honey Bridal - Beautifully simple - Bridal Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I had an appointment here and was so disappointed. on the intake paperwork, they ask about dresses you want to try on/ they can order for you. I put a dress on that list that i found on their instagram page and it was not there and nobody warned me it wouldn't be. it was the entire reason I was going. On top of that, i walked in and the place smelled like sewage. The salesperson seemed entirely inexperienced, she sewed my skin into the dress, did not pull anything for me, and did not have any idea about potential changes and customizations. I was so excited because this was my first place, but ultimately felt like a waste of time update in response to the business- all of these things are things that could e been resolved with communication. had i know the dress wouldn't be there, the stylist wouldn't be there, and the place would smell, i would've chosen to reschedule- I understand things happen! I bought my dress elsewhere but I do appreciate the response. I still do not understand what you are saying about loaner dresses, so perhaps clarifying your intake form would prevent future disappointment for clients! read more

Folks, this is the holy grail. I found it. And you need to come here. I don't even have the words to describe what an incredible experience I had at Honey. But my attempt is going to be long-winded, so buckle up lol. Let's start by calling a spade a spade, this place is just cool. Sister-owned, a focus on sustainable independent designers, super intentional inventory - founders Hallie & Dana have created a gem within the bridal-wear world. But even though I was in love with Honey's vibe (and inclusivity, hello extended sample sizes!) when I booked, I didn't think I would find my dress here. I thought I wanted lots and lots of sparkle and appliqués etc etc and I could tell from Instagram that their collection was generally a little cleaner. On top of that, it ended up being my last appointment out of four, I arrived late because of traffic, and I had already gotten emotional at a gown earlier that day. So basically just a sea of potential distractors. Didn't matter one bit. Samantha, my dream stylist, brought us into the cutest bridal suite I've ever seen. Mine and my fiancé's names were up on this little board on the wall. I know that seems like such a little touch, but it made an enormous an impact. It was also perfect foreshadowing to how personalized the rest of the appointment would be. Samantha let us walk through the boutique and look at all the dresses. When I tell you the gasps were audible as we sifted through the stunning, unique fabrics and shapes... it was a full store of dresses I hadn't encountered anywhere else. Turns out we didn't even need the walkthrough, because Samantha had already pulled a bunch of dresses for me. I was FLOORED by every. single. one. And maybe even more than the dresses, I was floored by Samantha. I realized a couple minutes in that she had actually read all the gibberish in my inquiry form, most of which I didn't even remember. She then continuously referenced it throughout the appointment. Like, what?! And not just basic stuff like "I found you a veil for your church wedding." She described how she thought to pull X dress because I mentioned this wedding vibe, and was so looking forward to showing me Y dress because of this niche aesthetic detail. She referenced such specific and thoughtful stuff (and got excited about it with me!!) that I had an actual lightbulb moment. She inadvertently reminded me what I originally wanted to feel like in THE dress, way back before I got into the thick of shopping. After trying on 7 dresses, all in sizes that fit my body, any of which I would've been comfortable purchasing, she put me back in the one I'd had the strongest reaction to. She pulled all these little elements together to customize it just slightly, and when I looked in the mirror, I instantly burst into tears. I didn't think that would happen at ALL, and I know it was because Samantha made me feel really, really understood. It was the best, and I am SO over the moon to be a Honey Bride :) I'll update as the process continues (if Google lets me have more words lol), but I just couldn't wait to leave a review. Now go book an appointment!!! read more

Honey Bridal is simply the best. The boutique itself is so cute and chic. I love that you have the whole store to yourself when you make an appointment. The dresses are so unique and beautiful, and mostly affordable! They are also professional in that they stick to your budget, and warn you if you go out of your budget. They have also been SUPER helpful with other questions in terms of where to look for flower girl dresses, suits, etc. I can't say enough good things about Honey Bridal and my experience with them! read more

I went to every bridal boutique in Chicago in the search for my dress and Honey had the best vibes and selection. The ladies are so warm yet chill. The space is gorgeous. And the DRESSES ARE UNIQUE & BEAUTIFUL. My mom is not in good health so I wanted to find the dress on my own first before bringing her out knowing that she would really only be able to go one place for about an hour. Honey Bridal helped me create the perfect experience not only for me but my mom as well. Honey even let me come in the store unscheduled on a odd evening to reassure myself that his was in fact 'the dress'. I can not say enough good things. Get out of River North and Lincoln Park- you will not be disappointed. read more

The team at Honey is amazing, full stop. They make dress shopping feel like both a VIP experience and like hanging out at your best friend's place, all at the same time. Make an appointment early and go find your dream dress! read more

I have nothing but good things to say about Honey Bridal! You feel a sense of calm from the second you walk in the door. The owner provided great beverage choices (rose, champagne, La Croix etc) She had my favorite music playing and an adorable sign with my fiance and I's name on it. She listened to what I wanted and was very insightful about the dresses without overstepping. If you're looking for a great place to find a dress- this is it! read more

I loved my experience at Honey Bridal! I didn't really have an idea in mind of what I was looking for in a dress when I started shopping. I went to 6 different Bridal Shops and my experience at Honey Bridal was BY FAR my favorite. At other appointments I felt a bit rushed or pressured to buy quickly, where at Honey Bridal, I felt like I had time to really enjoy and think. Hallie was very welcoming to my family, and very patient with my mom and aunt who asked many many questions. Hallie also made me feel very special in the dress I ended up choosing. I don't want to overshare to any brides who are planning on going here, but they definitely make it a personal experience. I will post pictures of my dress after my wedding in September! read more

I've been to six bridal shops in Chicago now, and although I didn't find THE dress at Honey, I had the best experience here. They did everything right: - They asked me about my favorite music and had it playing throughout the store when I arrived, which totally put me at ease. - They had a cute sign up with my fiance's and my name on it. - They offered my sister and me several drink options, including Aperol Spritzes! I didn't get nearly as personalized of an experience anywhere else! Hallie was also so nice and welcoming. It's a smaller store, so they don't have a huge selection of dresses, but each dress I tried on felt really special and unique. I would definitely recommend going to this place, especially if you're at all nervous about bridal appointments! read more

First, I think this is a lovely bridal salon. Shayna, our consultant was kind and patient. It was a pleasant experience, though not necessarily as good as some of my other appointments. There are two things that I would like others to know... things that made my experience less than five stars.... I am a size 8-10 in street wear and a 10-12 bridal. Most of the dresses that I tried on were small by an incredible amount, meaning over a foot open in the back. It made it almost impossible for me to envision the dresses because they were so incredibly tight in various places that I was uncomfortable. It even was a little unsettling for my mood because by the third dress, I was ready to leave because I couldn't even put the dress on my body. I persisted. So... maybe for size 0 to 6 brides, or those who don't mind trying on super small options, it would undoubtedly be a better experience. The second thing, Shayna didn't help me into or out of dresses. She didn't offer that as an option. In other appointments, the consultant assisted with stepping in and out of dresses or clipping things here and there. So struggling by myself into small sample sizes felt isolating. Maybe they have a policy about not assisting. Maybe they could offer it as an option? I loved that they had our name on the wall. And, again, Shayna was very polite and kind. I hope you find a dress you love, here or elsewhere!!! read more

I cannot recommend Honey enough! I was nervous to try on wedding dresses before my appointment, and I felt so at ease from the minute I set foot in Honey! They made me feel welcome by displaying a cute sign with my name, playing my favorite music, and handing me a glass of prosecco right away. We had the salon to ourselves to look through the amazing and unique collection of dresses. They have a varied collection of dresses that are all truly gorgeous! I was able to try things on without feeling any pressure to commit right away, so I could get a sense of what looked good on me and what I really wanted. I ended up buying the first dress I tried on and I could not be more pleased with it! I could not have asked for a better wedding dress shopping experience! read more

I'm not sure where to start - Honey Bridal was by far my best gown shopping experience. Hallie does an amazing job at making you feel like you're trying on dresses in your living room. Upon our arrival, Hallie offered my mom and I cocktails, wine and La Croix (I mean, come on!). She let us shop the racks a little and asked me what I was looking for. With a specific dress in mind, we brought it and a few additional options to try on. Hallie was easy to chat with in the dressing room and never made me feel weird about being in my underwear in front of a stranger. She never pushed her opinions on me, instead she just told me very genuinely that I looked beautiful. It was really nice, especially when trying on dresses that are too big or too small. She offered accessories, but didn't push unnecessary (or uninteresting) add-ons. When I found a dress I fell in love with, we put it on a second time and she helped clamp me into it so I could get a better idea of what it would really look like. When someone came to the store's door as we wrapped up to leave, she very politely told them she'd get back to them when our appointment was done. I never felt rushed. She put my name along with my fiancés name on a cute wall sign, played a bunch of music I loved, and really allowed my mom and I to feel comfortable and hang out. It was really wonderful. In terms of setting up the appointment, Hallie and I had about 25 emails back and forth (I had to cancel and reschedule... a few times) and she always responded quickly. She even cancelled a photo shoot to make time for my appointment, which was so helpful since my mom came in from out of state for the day. I will recommend Honey Bridal to everyone! read more

Absolutely wonderful experience! Easy booking online with reminders. Meredith was my consultant for both my 1st and follow-up appt. It is a completely personalized experience as you are the only one in the shop. Appointments are 90 minutes. Dress selection is unique, fun and not the same designs you see everywhere. I did this shop as my very first bridal appointment and it was so fun and enjoyable- not stressful or overwhelming. They have awesome accessories as well and feature local designers. Good price point. Meredith knew a ton about ship times, customization and was so awesome to work with. I bought my dress from Honey- cant' wait for it to arrive! Highly recommend! read more

Honey Bridal was the second place I stopped at and I found my dress so quickly. My first stop was BHLDN, and Honey was hands down a better experience. Their dresses are high quality and they do an AMAZING job at making the experience personal and stress-free. Like stated in previous reviews, they close the store down so it's only you and your party in the store and they have your favorite music playing when you walk in. It's awesome! I also loved that they work so closely with the designers and that some of the designers are local. I felt like all of the dresses were well-made and the store owners intentionally picked dresses from designers they trust. I'm not a huge fan of traditional wedding dresses so I thought it would take me awhile before I found a dress I liked, but at Honey there were multiple dresses that fit my more modern bride style. Even if you don't know if this will be the place where you find your dress, if you're a bride in Chicago I highly recommend stopping at Honey! read more

My entire experience with Honey was a dream! I knew I wanted a laid back, semi-bohemian gown and went to 4 or 5 different bridal shops (Lovely, Sarah Seven, Alice in Ivory, etc) and they were great, but Honey was by far the best experience I had. When I arrived, they had my favorite music playing, a gin and tonic ready, and mine and my fiance's name on the wall. Dana was super sweet and we picked a handful of dresses together for me to try. Every gown was unique and gorgeous (prices range from $2000 - $5000). As soon as I tried my & For Love dress on, I knew it was the one. Dana was visibly excited for me and I came back on a later date to purchase the dress with my mom and sister. Icing on the cake - Honey liked all my Insta wedding photos and sent such sweet compliments (along with my dress designer)! They even sent a beautiful gift to my home a month after the wedding. I wish I could go back and purchase another dress. Thank you, Honey! read more

Could not have asked for a better experience!!! My sister, mom, and I had the store to ourselves for our fitting, which made the shopping comfortable and relaxing. I never felt pressured to buy a gown or a specific type of gown, yet felt like Hallie was truly invested in my process. The dress ended up being incredible! And I even got my wedding jewelry from the shop as well. Thanks, Honey Bridal!!! read more

I had an amazing experience at Honey Bridal and I would absolutely recommend it to any bride. The shop is well maintained and carries beautiful dresses and accessories. The staff was amazing and extremely patient and helpful. read more

This review is long overdue. These ladies went above and beyond when there was a HUGE problem with the dress I received from the designer, only two months before my wedding. Through no fault of Hallie and Dana, the proportions of my dress were completely off and the bodice needed to be totally reconstructed. I live out of town, and Honey worked with my tailor to get the problem fixed and paid for by the designer despite the time crunch. I never even saw the bill. I can't express what a relief it was knowing that they were working behind the scenes to fix this problem and communicate with the tailor and designer. In the end, I had a gorgeous dress! From start to finish, working with Honey was a pleasure. It was the only bridal shop that made me feel 100% comfortable and relaxed. I came in with my parents, aunt, and cousin, and Hallie was so sweet and accommodating. She served up delicious cocktails and patiently answered every question I had. She totally understood the style I was going for and made great suggestions. They close the store for appointments, so the entire experience just felt so personal and special. They obviously put so much love and care into their shop, and I felt lucky to be able to purchase my dress from them and be treated so well when a problem came up. Thank you Hallie and Dana! read more

Where do I even start? I am just so grateful to have found Honey Bridal. The only part of my wedding process that seemed stressful was finding the right wedding dress. I went to countless stores on Oak Street and the whole thing just felt forced. I felt like I was in dresses I had seen on a million other girls and was clamped into dresses and expected to see how perfectly they would fit even though they were ten sizes too big. From the minute I booked my appt I had a good feeling about Honey. My hairdresser recommended them to me after she heard I was having a tough time. Honey made the whole experience feel so personal. Asking me my music preference even before I got to the store. Putting my name on a board for when I arrived. I also loved that I had the whole store to myself. The team was so lovely and personable. From the minute I entered the space I said I wasn't leaving without buying a dress. I also loved that they only carried independent designers and that their prices were extremely reasonable. Net. Net. Everyone go to Honey. They are the best. I have already sent multiple friends here :) read more

Shopping for my dress at Honey was by far my favorite part of planning my elopement! I only had a month to plan and get my dress expedited, and these ladies made it happen very smoothly. I can't recommend their boutique enough! I am a hairstylist in Chicago and I send all of my brides to see them, I am so happy that I got to shop their for our big day as well! read more

Honey Bridal - Bridal Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I absolutely love Honey Bridal. I got a custom outfit made but went to Honey for accessories. I found the perfect belt which absolutely completed my look. They have beautiful non-traditional dresses and accessories. Not only was the team there adorable with the custom sign during your appointment but they were so accommodating to fitting me in for an accessories appointment a week before my wedding. I found the perfect belt which absolutely completed my look. Thank you Honey Bridal for giving us non-traditional girls a place to find amazing bridal pieces!! read more

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I felt so special at my first bridal appointment at Honey. My bff and I had the choice of all of the dresses in the shop and I swear I tried on half of them! But it was so wonderful - the owner was so patient and accommodating for us. It was a beautiful, supportive appointment and helped me narrow down what I want in my dream gown. read more

My experience at Honey Bridal was everything I wanted from a dress buying experience and more. I'd been to four bridal salons before visiting Honey, and they all seemed to be missing something (including the dress). The moment I walked into Honey, I knew that the dress buying experience was going to be completely different. Hallie greeted my party and immediately offered us a drink (the adult kind). She let us look around and pick out dresses that caught my eye, as well as suggested a couple that I would have never thought to try on that actually ended up being contenders. Like many of the other reviews mention, Hallie made me feel very comfortable in the changing room and did a great job of giving me space when showing the dress to my party. She was always close by, but never hovering, and she wasn't constantly asking how I felt in each dress--a question that I found to really dislike from consultants. She was also very cognizant of my price range and did a great job in giving me options that would lead to the most "cost-effective" dress for me. I also liked that because it's a smaller shop, you have the store all to yourself for your appointment. There's something about having the store all to yourself that makes you feel special--like...Oprah special. It's also nice because there aren't other brides the consultant has to focus on, and I also get easily distracted by other brides' "bridal beauty". I never felt rushed or pressured to make a decision, and when I asked Hallie's opinion between two dresses I was debating on, I could tell her opinion was honest and came from a place that was meant to benefit me, rather than her as a business owner. When I finally made my decision a week or two later, Hallie mailed me my dress for free since I live in another state. All in all, Honey is a great shop and Hallie is amazing. I had a fun, relaxing and ultimately successful experience and I can't recommend this store enough. read more

I actually found this boutique on a whim in a Facebook advert, but knew I immediately had to book an appointment when I saw their unique designers and cool atmosphere in the shop. And reader, I am so glad that I did! From the moment you walk in the store, you know you're in for a treat. Both Dana and Hallie were warm, kind, and genuine, and I feel like Dana (who was my actual consultant) really "got" the vision for my wedding. It was 5-Star service all around, and I felt completely comfortable and never rushed or pushed in any way whatsoever. More like a friend showing you honest options for what you might like. She actually showed me something I never would have thought to try on, and it ended up being by far my favorite thing I saw at Honey the whole day! She just -knew- it would look killer. What I loved most were the little details. My name with my fiancé's name arranged on a sign; my favorite Motown hits playing when I entered the shop; an immediate offering of beverages ranging from rosé to whiskey. You can tell they really put so much thought into every experience, and it shows. While I'm still looking for the dress (I have several more appointments), I honestly think every Chicago bride should come to Honey. For real. If you're on the fence, just go for it! read more