I went into my search for my dream designer wedding gown with requirements that the shops I'd…read moreconsider would offer in-house alterations and storage of my gown until my wedding. La Belle Mariee checked the boxes, was around the corner from my home for fittings, and I couldn't wait for my appointment! I had the absolute best SALES experience at La Belle Mariee Bridal. Unfortunately selling me things was where any positive experience ended. My consultant was fantastic. She even told me that if I bought a veil there, they'd store it until my wedding along with my dress, and that they lend their sample veils out for hair and makeup trials so the bride's doesn't get dirty. This influenced me to purchase a veil for over $500 because that sounds fabulous, doesn't it? This turned out to be totally untrue. I called to sign out the sample for my trial and was told they cannot honor that promise... only a few months later. Totally surprising and disappointing when one of the reasons I bought that veil was that I could use the loaner for my trial. So that was terrible, but months later, there was more. Sadly, I had to go pick up my wedding dress and veil after they alerted me via a BLAST EMAIL to all brides that they are no longer doing alterations and to come pick your items up. I feel this message should have been delivered via a personal phone call because the impact is significant. It was so impersonal, especially when spending thousands of dollars with them. I would expect this kind of communication from David's Bridal, and there is a reason I never went to David's Bridal. I wanted better, and I deserve better service at this price point on my luxury designer gown. When I expressed to the owner my frustration that the impact is significant to me because I don't have the ability to store my items in my own home due to major construction, and would have to store them at my mom's house and bring them back and forth between there and a seamstress, she told me it's only significant if I choose to make it that way. Nobody cared about my experience as a customer and how stressful this has been for me. If you are looking to buy an experience (one-stop shopping, storage, onsite alterations) like I was, not just a gown, I highly recommend shopping elsewhere. They totally bait and switched on me twice. Now I have had to store my gown at my mom's house, hired a separate seamstress, coordinated driving my dress between my mom's house and the seamstress's house... as if I didn't have enough to worry about as a bride and mother with a full time job. Beyond the initial sale, everything was a disappointment. The right thing to do would have been to honor the commitment to brides who have made their purchases already and offer the advertised onsite alterations to them, but not offer that service to any additional brides. There are a ton of bridal shops in this area.... Wish I'd chosen to look at some of the other shops before ending up at this one. I originally posted this review months ago when everything happened and was contacted by the owner the same day. She asked me to take the review down because it was hurting her business. However, this is simply an accurate account of what I experienced as a customer and I am entitled to share that with other consumers. Instead of accepting that not every customer has a great experience and using the feedback to do better for others in the future, the owner called me twice more asking me to take the review down, then told me that if I did not do so, she would tell the recommended seamstresses in this area not to work on my dress because I am a "difficult customer". I was so angry and sad about all the added stress and cried so much over how I was treated. She scared me and I removed my review. Now that a wonderful seamstress has taken great care of me and everything is complete on my beautiful dress, other consumers deserve to make informed decisions. I hope that this business can accept honest feedback on the experience they provided to me as a customer and use it to do better for others in the future.

I can't recommend this bridal store more! I came in with a vague idea of the style I wanted, which…read moreI shared with my consultant Sarah, but also an open mind. Sarah helped pick countless styles from the floor to help narrow down what I really wanted. She was extremely patient the entire time, and helped me hone in what I actually liked. I ended up saying yes to the dress - to a dress I did not even ever have in mind- the same day! Granted, it took me a few hours, but she never made me feel rushed or like I was an annoyance (which I'm sure my indecision was...). I thought I wanted a lacy A Line and ended up with a crepe silhouette that she picked out! I loved that she even took the time to let me try on my top 2 choices twice...to really help me decide on THEE dress! I haven't received the dress yet & unfortunately moved from out of town so won't be able to get my alterations here, but she said the dress could even be shipped directly to me. Overall it was a lovely experience! I can update the review once I receive my dress as well. The store itself is also gorgeous, clean, and has private section for each bride. Cannot recommend them enough!

Had the most amazing experience! Prior to gojng to Bridal Suite Boutique, I had went to two other…read moreshops. At one I didn't love the selection and the other my stylist was awful. She didn't help pick any dresses, was pretty negative about my price range etc. BSB was the exact opposite! I had Liv as my stylist and she made me so comfortable and really listened to what I was looking for. The first dress she chose ended up being exactly what I was imagining and in my price range! They had a gorgeous selection and from the time I walked in to the time I left, I had a smile on my face. The whole team made my experience memorable and stress free. Dropping some pics (none of these are my actual dress, will update once married!)

This shop is such a warm and welcoming place for any bride! I was feeling anxious about wedding…read moredress shopping because I wasn't very confident in my body at the time--but as soon as I spoke with Allison, I immediately felt at ease. She genuinely listened to my preferences and pulled dresses that not only aligned with my vision, but made me feel beautiful. One of the things I appreciated most was that I never felt pressured to say yes right away--something that meant a lot to this very indecisive bride! I'm so grateful for the thoughtful, supportive experience and so proud to say I found my dream wedding dress at Bridal Suite Boutique. Thank you for everything.

Long overdue review! I got married in 2014 & bought my one of a kind gown from Donna. If you…read moreare looking for truly unique & amazing designs, this is the place for you! I had gone to several bridal stores & nothing compared to the uniqueness & quality of the gowns that Donna had. Prices were reasonable & she and her assistant did a fabulous job in fitting me into the gown. My gown started off as strapless but we decided to add straps which they put into the gown no problem. Truly a wonderful place and experience!

Had a wonderful experience at Donna's studio and was able to try on some of the beautiful dresses!…read moreDonna was so friendly and set my expectations very high for the rest of my wedding dress journey. She also recommended some other local business for us to check out while we were on our girls trip and they were all amazing!! 100/10 experience!

I recently picked up my wedding dress from Sposabella and had a disappointing experience. We agreed…read moreon one size, but they ordered a bigger size without telling me. It wasn't a major issue, but it's something to note as it could lead to unnecessary alterations and added costs. Brianna was amazing when I first shopped for my dress, but she no longer works there. The staff was helpful until I mentioned I wouldn't be doing alterations with them that day since I'm traveling from out of state. Their attitude completely changed--no one helped me take off the dress, and we had to ask for a garment bag. The shift in service was disappointing and made what should have been an exciting moment uncomfortable. Brides should double-check their order details and be aware that the level of service may change if they choose to get alterations elsewhere.

Update- my dress came in and i got my alterations through sposabella. Everything was absolutely…read moreperfect for the perfect price. I even on short notice bought a veil to match my dress and it was ready in a timely manner!

Lucy is an incredible seamstress and did a beautiful job on my very detailed wedding dress! She's…read moreso kind and easy to work with. My entire experience from booking an appointment with Le Bella Donna, picking and buying my dress from them and having it altered at Philly Bridal Studio with Lucy has been outstanding!

After going to 3 other salons and trying on ~30 dresses, I had a pretty good idea of what I wanted…read more When we walked in, I immediately saw multiple dresses on the racks that fit my vision. I was looking for a sweet, romantic A-line dress. Our consultant, Jennifer, was very nice and knowledgeable. My sister, mom, and I were able to look at the dresses on the rack and pick out which ones I wanted to try on. The store was so clean, bright, and well organized. The dressing rooms were very spacious, as well. After I put on each dress, Jennifer would ask me how I felt in the dress before going out to show my family. She really made the appointment about me and I am so appreciative of that. I fell in love with the second dress I tried on. I was so happy and confident in the dress and finally felt like I had found what I was looking for! They had a fresh bouquet delivered during my appointment which was the perfect addition to the dress trying on experience. Jennifer let me twirl around the store in the dress and helped me picture different moments during my wedding. I had pretty much already said "yes" in my head, but then out of nowhere, my first dance song came on over the speakers. Of course I bursted into tears and couldn't believe how perfectly it all played out. I am so happy to have said yes to the dress at Philly Bridal Studio! I can't wait to wear the dress in May!

Absolute perfection!! Needed my mother of the bride dress hemmed and it was done earlier than…read morepromised and it is absolutely perfect!! Do not hesitate to use Creator's Court for alterations!

I had the best experience here! I needed an emergency alteration done and the owner was able to get…read moreit fixed for me in a little less than a month. I am extremely thankful for the work done in the short amount of time, and for how beautiful the dress looks. The quality and attention to detail was amazing and I know that if I ever need another dress altered, I would come back in a heartbeat!

I can't express how great of an experience I had when wedding dress shopping at Le Bella Donna. It…read morestarted right when I walked in the store. The ladies are all so welcoming, friendly, educated, professional, and happy to share such an amazing time in your life. I meet with my stylist Jennifer which took my experience to the next level by pulling multiple dresses I had shared with her via my Pinterest inspiration wall. I fell in love with two different dresses but what really helped me make that final decision was the photos and videos that Jennifer took on my phone that make me see what I want to see on my wedding day. Don't pass up the opportunity to come to this amazing dress shop! I would recommend it to anyone!

I went to Le Bella Donna looking for a dress during a Trunk Show in 2020. My first impression was…read moregreat--the store is beautiful and well-presented. However, the experience quickly went downhill. After browsing and not finding anything I liked, the salesperson insisted I try on five dresses she selected. None of them suited my style. I mentioned to my friend that I preferred a dress I'd seen at another store, and the salesperson overheard and asked to see a photo of it. After looking at the photo, she told me she could order the same dress for me. Since I was already there, I agreed. She took my measurements, and when I told her the specific color combination I wanted, she dismissed my choice and insisted on a different color, saying she knew what she was doing. I disagreed, but she assured me everything would be fine and the color combination she was ordering was the one I tried on the other s About a month later, while showing pictures to my sister-in-law, I found a photo of the dress tag and zoomed in--turns out, I was right. The color ordered was not what I had requested. I immediately emailed the salesperson, explaining the mistake and asking her to correct it, especially since the dress wouldn't be delivered for several more months. Then COVID hit. By the time the dress arrived and I went in to pick it up, it was still the wrong color. I told the salesperson, and she brought the owner into the dressing room. The owner assured me they would have the lining replaced by their seamstress to match the correct color. A couple of months later, I went back--but the dress was still wrong. I pointed it out again, and this time the store manager got involved. She insisted it was the correct color until I showed her a photo of what I had originally ordered. Only then did she admit it was wrong and promised to send it back to the designer. When I returned again, the dress had still not been corrected. I almost took it home out of sheer exhaustion--but decided to speak up again. The manager said she'd try one last time, but warned me the dress had been discontinued. At that point, I was devastated. I emailed and asked for a refund, as they had clearly failed to deliver what I paid for. Instead of apologizing, I received a rude email stating that I would now be charged $25 per week for storing the dress and should come pick it up. I responded that the dress wasn't being stored--it was still there because they never got it right. She then offered to ship it to me, but given their track record, I didn't trust them. Eventually, she scheduled a pickup, treating it like they were extremely busy--though the store was empty every single time I went in. After nearly three years, Le Bella Donna was unable to provide the dress I ordered in the color I asked for. I'm now stuck with a dress I never wanted. Thankfully, my wedding was postponed due to COVID, so I now have time to find a dress I actually love from a store that values its customers. Don't be fooled by the store's appearance. Once they have your money, customer service is gone. The staff is rude, dismissive, and unprofessional. Save yourself the time, money, and frustration.

The place to go for a prom dress! Back in the day I purchased 2 prom dresses here for myself and…read moreone for each of my 2 sisters. The place although a little old has a great selection for every price range. One good thing to know is that Men are not allowed in the store.

I went here for prom dress shopping and I had an appointment at 2:30. As I am trying on my dresses,…read moreI had someone attempt to help and she had said multiple times that I could continue looking. Once I finish trying on the first couple dresses she told me to go look for more. The time is 350 and i am told that they close at 4. Right when we picked out all these dresses. So obviously we felt like we needed to leave so we did not try on all the dresses she told us to pic out. Then we go to leave and the door is locked and followed us to the door and locked it again. We also drove an hour and a half which they knew that. I am very disappointed with the way this situation went.

No longer at location even though it still appears on Yelp. So frustrating that I wasted all that…read moretime to drive over.

Avoid, avoid! I…read moretried to follow my recipe for success at David's Bridal. I made an appointment. I went on a weekday morning when I knew it would be quieter. I saved favorites on the website. I'd been to other stores, I'd read lots of reviews, and I was confident that I could do this. No. Not at this location. Problems: 1. They couldn't find me in the David's Bridal system. Even though I'm registered on the website AND HAVE BEEN TO OTHER STORES, they couldn't find me. No idea what happened here. 2. Even though the DB form says "groom/partner's name," the woman at the front desk was totally confused by me. "What's your groom's name?" "My bride's name is Catherine." "Oh, so you're not the bride?" "No, I am. There are two brides." *blank stares* "I'm marrying another woman... it's a gay wedding." "Oh..." I know NJ doesn't have marriage equality yet, BUT: a.) It's been in the news very, very recently, as the state legislature just passed it, and b.) gay people DO exist in NJ and get married there. So don't look at me like I have three heads. 3. They could not print out my favorites. They just didn't have that capacity. So the consultant (Bertha) tried to look them up, INDIVIDUALLY on the world's most ancient computer. But instead of just looking at them and going "oh, yes, that one, I'll get it," she had to print them all out individually. We made it through about five, which just doesn't cut it at a DB store. By this point, it was 30 minutes into my appointment and I wasn't even in the dressing room yet. 4. The consultant (Bertha) was not very helpful. She was friendly and nice, but she brought me some dresses and a bra and then... just disappeared. She didn't help me into them, she didn't give me feedback, nothing. She just sort of disappeared. I ran out of dresses to try on very quickly, and Bertha was nowhere to be found (it's not a big store). My mom and I started pulling our own dresses (which is a big DB no-no). No one stopped us. So after a while we just left. Bertha was at the check out desk as we left, smiled at us sympathetically, and waved good-bye, "Oh, didn't find anything? That's too bad!" Honestly, she had no idea what we did or didn't find. We could've picked out a fantastic dress and then just decided to order it online. She had no clue. The real kicker was that we found out later that DB was having a sale ("Wedding March," runs first half of March) and no one even mentioned it to us! Also, the woman checking us in took a call while we were there and said to someone on the phone, "Oh, I don't know if we can do that, we're really busy right now." There was barely anyone in the store! (Trust me, I've been to a DB on a Saturday in January, and I know busy. This store was not busy.) All in all, avoid this location. Go to the one in East Brunswick instead. This place is what gives DB stores their awful reputation.