A normal starting point is about eight months prior to your wedding date. Some brides start sooner and some brides have a very short timeframe.  Most gowns take approximately 6 weeks to receive if they are not in stock. Often times our designers have dresses ready to ship within two weeks.  Also, we typically have discontinued floor sample dresses available for immediate sale on discount prices. Each bride’s timeline is unique, so please plan accordingly based on your personal needs. We’re happy to help with your planning.

Our wedding dresses generally range from $1,200 to $2,500.  We also have discontinued and/or sample dresses on our online and in-store sale rack going for under $1,000, offering excellent savings.  Also check out our seasonal promotions!  Did you know the average wedding dress price in the Maryland, DC, Virginia area is about $1,500 (source: Insider.com).

Ideally, you should wear undergarments similar to those you plan to wear with your wedding dress at your wedding. We suggest a strapless style bra, spanx and, if desired, a body shaper. Let us know if you have additional questions. We do carry a selection of undergarments for sale.

Brides typically bring with them one to two family members or friends they trust the most. Having too many people with you can be overwhelming and take away from you experience. To reduce stress, we strongly suggest limiting your group to no more than four people. If you anticipate bringing a larger group, please let us know when scheduling. Also, while we love children, a bridal boutique is not a fun place for kids and they will get bored easily.  More importantly, there are many hazards including glass mirrors and loose pins.

Yes! We have our own seamstresses and provide in-house expert alterations for all dresses we sell.  Consultation and fittings are scheduled at the boutique – typically on Thursdays and Sundays.  You should plan on two to three fittings.  While we normally offer alterations only for wedding dresses purchased at our boutique, contact us for availability on dresses purchased elsewhere. We are always happy to help your bridal party with their alterations of bridesmaids dresses and mother of the bride dresses.

We accept most major credit cards (e.g. Visa, MasterCard), Checks, and contactless forms of payment (e.g. Apple Pay, Google Pay).

We are very upfront with our cancellation and return policy.  Being a small business and given the nature of the wedding dress industry, all purchases are final and cancellations, returns, exchanges or refunds are not allowed. Once your order is placed we cannot make changes and modifications to your order. If you have questions or concerns, please let us know. We want you to be fully aware of policies surrounding your purchase.