I've been to Anila several times now and I don't trust anyone else with my dress alterations. She's…read morevery talented at what she does and her work is extremely high quality. Her prices are very fair and she always gives great tips on the best alterations to make. She's also so friendly and makes me laugh during my appointments. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for bridal/occasion dress alterations and custom gowns!

Anila was a pleasure to work with!!!! 100/10 service, she is very meticulous with your work and…read moretakes such good care of you. My wedding dress was about 1-2 sizes too big for me, had non detachable sleeves, and a long train that needed hemming. She fixed everything and more! Made my arm piece detachable for ease and comfort; added the most beautiful and (EASY) bustle. She exceeded my expectations with her expertise and eye for the smaller details! My dress fit me like a glove!!! Every time we had an appointment I looked forward to seeing her. I cannot recommend enough!

An elegant "small town" boutique with New York fashion sense. The dress shopping experience was…read moreexciting and personalized. Every dress had coulture Distinction with reasonable price tags. In house alterations made the shopping experience seamless. Ask for Kelly...her obvious fashion degree is only outshined by her warm and fun personality.

Kimberly James Bridal was such an amazing experience for my wedding. I am not a girly girl and was…read morenot excited about getting a dress. However from the moment I walked in Kim and the whole staff made the experience so easy and made me excited about picking the perfect dress. From the choosing, to purchasing , to alteration process Kimberly James Bridal was the perfect choice for me. I would recommend them to all my friends.

So happy I went with The Dress Matters! I bought my wedding dress elsewhere but did my alterations…read morehere and they were amazing. My dress fits perfectly! The service was above and beyond. The bustle is SO easy to work with, and she steamed my dress and veil for me before bagging. Would highly highly recommend!

The Dress Matters is a charming and intimate bridal boutique. We had our own little showroom…read more(myself and 3 guests), and we were allowed to shop through the dresses. I chose this as one of my shops because they carry Tina Valerdi, and Debbie pulled every Tina Valerdi gown they had for me :) The selection is beautiful, and she was kind, patient, and friendly. She even stayed past my appointment time to help me. I posted pictures of my 2 favorite dresses at her salon. One of them is a sample dress for only $100!!!!! At the time of my visit, it was my top pick, and she graciously offered to hold it for 24 hours for me. Although I ultimately chose a dress from another boutique, I am so glad I came to The Dress Matters. Thank you!!!

The bridal shop I got my dress from recommended Nilah for alterations and I'm glad I followed that…read morerecommendation. I didn't need anything super complicated or unusual done to the dress but Nilah seems like an expert who could handle anything. The cost also seemed reasonable based on what I understand of bridal alterations pricing, and getting the wedding dress to fit perfectly is probably one of the most important parts of the day. Nilah was friendly, efficient, and professional to work with. I also appreciated that she and her assistants are responsive via email for setting up appointments which is not the case with all vendors (it's much easier to send an email than find the time to make a call at times!). Overall highly recommend.

Nilah worked some serious magic on my MOB gown! She is utterly professional, so easy to work with…read moreand knows exactly what needs to be done. She also offers creative, beautiful solutions for things you might not have thought about. Her expertise exceeded my expectations. Even if you don't live in the greater Philly area, I can tell you unequivocally she's worth the drive!

So much love for Erica, her humor, honesty, morals and knowledge in fashion. Some people dress…read morethemselves well but others just know how to make a boring T-shirt dress look like you're going to be in a magazine in minutes. It's an art form really and a gift. And I got cheered on for spending money online shopping. Your husband will never do that! Js. I've spent more money on less things I was unhappy with at a "discount" store like tjs or Ross etc... I got an entire summer wardrobe and quadruple the amount of clothing by taking direction from Erica. She has the 50 photos I sent her in a row to prove it.

This place as an amazing find. I was having a non-traditional wedding, and didn't want something…read moreoverly formal (no ball gowns for me). This is the only shop in the Philly area that cares the Kelly Faetanini brand. The Kelly Faetanini brand has a variety of styles, but they definitely tend to skew toward the more modern bride. All the dresses are gorgeous and the staff are courteous and helpful. I traveled from out of town for my appointment and to pick up my dress and they were incredibly helpful and understanding when it came to scheduling. Delivery of the dress was on time, and they put up with my annoying emails asking if the dress was in yet! I truly found my dream dress here--everyone at the wedding kept asking me if I had it custom made!

I honestly don't think I could say enough good things about Liberty and Lace. THIS is exactly what…read morewedding dress shopping should be. It's helpful to note that I am plus size, and only have 5 months until the wedding date, so not a ton of time to work with. I went into this appointment extremely nervous and discouraged after having such a negative experience at a different shop earlier in the day. As soon as I walked in the door, I knew this one would be different. Julie was extremely warm and welcoming, and took the time to let me pick dresses I loved, while making suggestions based on what she thought would work for me. Since I have a larger frame and bust, many of the dresses didn't fit me exactly, but Julie was a professional at finagling and maneuvering the dresses in ways so that I could see exactly how they would fit on my body. She truly made me feel beautiful, which is amazing considering I came in feeling completely defeated. I found the perfect dress, thanks to Julie's help - and then cancelled the other appointments I had at other shops that day. I worked with Julie to completely customize my dress with the designer, so I could create something I feel even more wonderful in. She has walked me through every step of the process, making sure I understand the cost breakdown, and even allowing me to see renderings of the customized dress we created before placing the order with the designer. The level of customer service and professionalism at this shop has blown me away and I cannot recommend it any more. If you are looking for a high level of customer service, quality dresses, and a great experience, don't think twice - visit Julie at Liberty and Lace.

Amazing talent. Great for women under garment, Percise measures are made in her delivery. Ladies…read moreYou Should Know That She addresses Your Needs in Comfort. Goooooooo!

This is my second sewing retreat with Maddie and it just keeps getting better. Not only do you…read morelearn new skills, Maddie creates an atmosphere to foster relationships with other sewing besties once you leave. There's so much knowledge and fun held within those three days and not to mention the feeling of accomplishment when you create something new. It's also a great opportunity to see first hand all the great pieces you may have been coveting online. I can't wait to the next retreat!

We were incredibly disappointed with our overall experience. Unfortunately, the level of service…read moreand professionalism we encountered fell far short of what we expected. We began with such excitement among us and brought a bridesmaid, grandmother and it was such a bummer of an experience. We paid for the extended time with Champagne (which was never opened).... Here is why it was horrible customer service.... From our very first appointment, there was significant pressure placed on my daughter to purchase a dress immediately. While the consultant did listen to her preferences and selected several beautiful gowns for her to try on, the sales environment felt overwhelmingly focused on securing a purchase rather than allowing her the time and space to make a thoughtful decision. Now we understand why.... While we were purchasing the dress and after, my daughter expressed uncertainty. Within an hour of leaving this place, I called to explain that she was still on the fence. At that point, the dress had not yet been ordered or fully processed, but our request was met with an immediate and inflexible refusal, by the owner. While I understand and respect that stores must have policies, the response lacked empathy and any willingness to work with us. The salon's policy of offering only store credit and no returns left us feeling trapped in our decision rather than supported through an emotional and significant purchase. We were ultimately left with store credit and a great deal of disappointment. They threw in a very small credit towards alterations - once again locking us in... Unfortunately, that was only the beginning... Another frustrating aspect of our experience was the alteration appointments. For every visit, we were required to wait outside until the exact appointment time, regardless of the weather. We stood in pouring rain for one appointment and 90-degree heat for another, despite staff being inside, watching us, and a waiting area sitting empty. On one occasion, Lana, who handles alterations, saw us standing in the rain and kindly invited us inside. Her thoughtfulness and courtesy stood in stark contrast to the rest of our experience. Unfortunately, the appointments were rarely on time. During one visit, we waited 13 minutes outside and then another 25 minutes inside before being seen. The atmosphere among the staff was also disappointing. There was a noticeable amount of gossiping and whispering within earshot of customers, which felt unprofessional and uncomfortable. It often seemed as though conversations with clients were being forced out of obligation rather than stemming from a genuine desire to provide exceptional customer service and create a positive experience. Choosing a wedding dress should be a joyful, memorable, and special experience. Sadly, our experience was marked by pressure, inflexibility, and a lack of customer care. We remained polite, friendly, and accommodating throughout the process, which made the experience all the more hurtful and disappointing. The one bright spot was Lana. Her alterations work is exceptional, and she consistently demonstrated kindness, patience, professionalism, and expertise. She provided the level of care and attention we had hoped to receive throughout our entire experience. Thank you, Lana, for your outstanding work and compassion. Congratulations to the store for hiring ONE exceptional person. My advice to brides - go some place else. I love supporting small business but will NEVER recommend this one to anyone who will ask me my opinion.

I had the most incredible experience wedding dress shopping here with Yoko. I went in with a…read morespecific vision, and she truly took my ideas and ran with them in the best way. She listened carefully to what I liked and didn't like, and every piece she pulled felt thoughtful and in line with what I was looking for. Yoko is incredibly talented, honest, and easy to talk to. She also made sure everything stayed within my price range, which I really appreciated. I could not be happier with the end result and would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for a wedding dress. My goal was to only go to one store to find my perfect dress and Yoko made that happen for me!