I needed some nice south Asian clothes for some special events coming up. South Asian clothes is…read morehard to find in the US, especially in a place like DC. So online options were at the top of my list, and a lot of people online recommended Anita Dongre. I ordered three pieces: a plain white kurta, an olive green vest, and a green coat (long sleeves). These items were a bit pricey, but worth it in my opinion. The packaging that everything came in was very professional and it was obvious that they took a lot of care in packing the clothes. As soon as I saw the clothes in person and put it on, I instantly fell in love. The clothes made me feel like royalty. The other items I bought from other locations just felt so cheap/low quality at worst or mediocre at best. But the Anita Dongre pieces made me feel great. I would highly recommend for anyone looking into high end south Asian clothes.

I had an incredible experience at Anita Dongre back in August of 2024 while selecting my sherwani…read morefor my Indian wedding. From the moment I walked in, Sonal made the entire process seamless and enjoyable. I came in with a few ideas of what I wanted (based on their online selection), but after trying on some of the ones I picked out, she encouraged me to try on one other piece--one that was slightly more elegant yet still timeless. Her words stuck with me: "Remember, you're the groom. It's your day to stand out and shine." What I truly appreciated about Anita Dongre's designs was their simplicity--beautifully crafted, refined, and effortlessly elegant. I wanted something that felt elevated without being over the top, and their collection truly does strike that perfect balance. Sonal wasn't pushy at all--just genuinely invested in helping me make the best choice. Her keen eye and warm personality made the experience truly memorable. She even took the extra step of ensuring the sherwani complemented my fiancé's Indian dress, going as far as FaceTiming with my fiancé's mom to get her input. The end result? A sherwani that felt classic, sophisticated, and absolutely perfect for the occasion. I can't recommend Anita Dongre--and specifically Sonal--enough for any groom looking for something special. The quality for what you pay is well worth the investment and is something that will last you a lifetime. I will be a lifelong customer!

I highly recommend shopping at Valentine Rose. They are very welcoming and attentive to your…read moreshopping needs. I had a wedding to attend this past Saturday 8/15/15 at 7PM in NJ, and I did not feel comfortable in anything in my closet. I rushed to Valentine Rose after a friend's recommendation that afternoon. They helped me select a few dresses to try within my budget, and I purchased a black/blue lace cocktail dress for $80.00. Amazing quality, machine washable, fit like a glove, and I received plenty of compliments that night. I was in and out withing 30 mins. Needless to say I will return this week to shop for a dress for my bridal shower. Happy shopping..

I do not recommend shopping at this store. I recently made a purchase here and was extremely…read moredissatisfied with the product, and especially the service I received. Instead of offering to order me a size that fit me properly, I was persuaded to purchase a size up that did not fit correctly and was recommended to get it altered, which I now regret. I was told by the sales representative that I would receive store credit if I decided to bring the item back. This was one of the main reasons I decided to purchase the item. Unfortunately the tailor was not able to adjust the item to fit my size. When I brought the item back to the store with the tags and receipt, the owner immediately accused me of wearing the item and deceitfully reattaching the tags. The store owner continued to berate me and spoke to me in an extremely condescending manner, then told me that I was not "thinking logically" in my attempt to return an item that did not fit me. She insisted that I was not taking into consideration how her business was going to be impacted if she were to let me give back the item and provide me with store credit, which should be of no concern to the customer rightfully returning a purchased item. The most hurtful part of this incident occurred when the store owner spewed lies at me: she stated that there are signs all over the store explaining that items cannot be brought back after 2 weeks. However, when I requested that she point to one of these signs, she was unable to, as they did not exist. The store owner's actions made it exceptionally clear to me that her only concern is running a business, that she has no consideration for her customers, and no care for their satisfaction with her products. The owner gave me no rational reason why she couldn't take back the item, she did not offer store credit, or even a kind word. I enjoy shopping but I would never go back here after the way I was treated. I hope my experience isn't indicative of how the owner treats other customers.

She makes qipao!!! I…read morewanted a qipao to change into at my reception, and I found Kelima! She gave me a whole new experience of custom-made dresses and I enjoyed the process of making my qipao come true. When designing a dress (or any design for that matter), a great designer who understands your vision is a must. I came to her with an idea and inspiration, she delivered. I wanted a qipao that has the traditional concept but a modern twist (or 1950's Hong Kong, or In the Mood for Love), with the capability to allow me dance all night (oh I do!). From picking the fabric, measuring, sketching, fittings, and making changes, she helped me see my vision through her magic. I absolutely love the final product (and I got compliments from friends and family). My husband loves the qipao on me. Something about Kelima that I just feel so drawn to - she is soft-spoken, she is graceful in her demeanor, and she is just so crafty. Her designs are just dreamy, romantic, and feminine that will make any bride feel like a bride that walks out of a story book. She is not pushy (to sell you her ideas), but she has her way to make you see that she is right about the dress she is making for you. All you have to do is, enjoy the process and leave everything to her. We share the same love for tea so it's always a treat sipping on the tea when trying on my dress (and looking at myself in the mirrow). I almost always got to carried away at my appointments because we just kept talking and talking. I didn't fly to TW or China for my qipoa. Instead, I found Kelima here in the city. I got exactly what I was there for and I got an experience of a life time.

Recommended for: Evening/day wear, unique dresses, original gowns and yes, bridal wear…read more Service 6, Selection 6, Quality 6. Taking a stroll through Soho (showing the various neighborhoods), her eyes catch a few dresses in the window. We ring the bell, and Kelima comes to the door, just finishing a bridal appointment. Who knew the designer worked at her own boutique - love boutiques where the quality truly is representative of the designer. Kelima was kind enough to talk us through some of the summer dresses at the store, but was sad she didn't have her size. Kelima said it'd take about a month and would call me when it was ready. With a special Opera Ball we are readying to attend at the end of Sept. we looked at a few dresses and went through the process for custom designing her own gown - a one of a kind design and gown. Next month should be very interesting... and you can bet your bottom dollar my girl's going to have an amazing gown and hands down, I think we found our designer! The fabrics used were sumptuous, elegant and begged to be looked at and touched. We even saw a dress being finalized that was made of a material you wouldn't dream of, yet, was absolutely breathtaking... For exceptional service, quality and attention to detail, i absolutely recommend you see Kelima; and while I wasn't "allowed" to look at any of the bridal-wear, I can only imagine how amazing they all look. Being part Japanese, I was amazed at the Bridal Kimono's and it brought me back to when I was in Nishi-Shinjuku with my sister when she wanted to look at Wedding Kimonos (girls like to dream). Guys and gals, this is one designer you must absolutely check out!!! --------------------------------------------------- Update - 6/30/07 Came back and we're going to be working with Kelima on designing her dress for Opera Ball. After perusing a few things and looking at the new line, we came upon a dress that was absolutely perfect for her... the silloute, color, everything. It was perfect. There were also 2 kimonos, a wedding pink kimono that was absolutely breathtaking and a silk everyday kimono that could increase any womans hotness oh, 10x!!! Look forward to seeing Kelima in a month for the first fitting! Sean Approved: Absolutely Definitely YES!!!

This is NOT a boutique. It's a room in a basement with no clothes on display and nothing to browse…read more There is no variety or selection visible at all. She keeps her "stock," whatever it is, in a separate locked room that customers are not allowed to access. Instead, she brings out one outfit at a time after asking what you're looking for, which ends up being a colossal waste of time. We traveled from out of state and went out of our way to come here, only to find there was NOTHING to see or choose from. People who post these glowing reviews (100% fake reviews) and all the pictures!!! please know this helps no one... because the actual experience is nothing like what's being portrayed. Very disappointing. Just to note: We had visited in late 2025, so if things have changed, good for her. Only posting this review as a warning to those who trvael from out of state, because it was misleading information, customer service was baffling & I was only in town for a day so a colossal waste of my time as I said earlier

I can't say enough good things about Anum Mughal Couture. We did a bridal custom order and got a…read morebeautifully done outfit. The product we received was beyond my expectations and also the entire process felt effortless, stress free from the beginning till end. Their attention to detail and warm energy made all the difference. Thank you for making me feel so special and for a beautiful dress.

professional and accommodating from start to finish! my son looked great in the tux and got…read moreexactly what he wanted! extremely happy with the selection, quality and price!!

I needed a tuxedo for a wedding and happened upon David's shop while searching online. The "usual"…read morestores weren't very accommodating and I thought their pricing was exorbitant. While David's shop is small and somewhat eclectic, David personably service far exceeded expectations. More importantly, his pricing was very reasonable. I was a one time customer reluctantly renting a tuxedo for a special event so the likelihood of my needing his services again is highly unlikely. Nevertheless, I wouldn't hesitate coming back here.