Dress Shop reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 166 Reddit reviews across 40 subreddits and 56 posts to rank the best Dress Shop brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/WedditNYC, r/weddingplanning, r/Charleston, r/weddingdress, r/orangecounty. Top-rated brands include David's Bridal (4.2/5), BHLDN (3.5/5), Gown Boutique (5.0/5).
Stats
Reviews166
Subreddits40
Posts56
Brands100
Products1
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#1
David's Bridal
4.2
(13)
"Came here to say David’s Bridal!"
"I bought the same dress on eBay for $375."
"I tried on dresses at David’s bridal with my mom."
"I LOVED my dress it was around $500."
"I loved my time at David’s bridal."
"I got my dress at the David's Bridal in Oak Lawn -- the staff was AMAZING."
"I wanted the boutique experience."
"You can usually find affordable bridesmaid dresses at David's Bridal in loads of styles."
"I got my dress at davids bridal and paid 220, and loved it."
"I went to David’s bridal and Macy’s for my mom when I got married."
#2
BHLDN
3.5
(6)
"I found my dress at BHLDN in Anthropologie- check them out if you want more simple/ boho leaning gowns."
"I had a nice time at BHLDN but they are basically off the rack."
"I really enjoyed my experience with BHLDN."
"Check out BHLDN's website! They have a lot of dresses <$1000."
"I did strictly BHLDN and J. Crew dress shopping here in the city"
"I had a HORRIBLE experience at BHLDN on the upper east side."
#3
Gown Boutique
5.0
(4)
"They are boutique style but also carry a large selection of plus size gowns."
"Was wonderful!"
"They were very helpful through the whole process."
"I’ve had fun experienced at Gown Boutique."
#4
Jenny Yoo
5.0
(4)
"After 12 (yes 12) appointments I finally found my dress at Jenny Yoo!!"
"I had an amazing experience at Jenny Yoo!"
"I had a wonderful experience with 3 guests at Jenny Yoo (and found my dress there!)"
"I had a good experience at Jenny Yoo. They offered private dressing room areas and the consultant was amazing."
#5
Blush
4.3
(4)
"I had a great experience with lyanna at blush in Tustin"
"Blush has a VERY specific style of bride."
"I second Blush as well."
"Congratulations!"
#6
AZAZIE
4.3
(4)
"I find very convenient."
"Definitely gonna be my next choice if I can’t find anything in store!"
"Fast shipping, decent quality, & you can order matching pocket squares or ties to match if needed."
"Very affordable dresses that ship fairly quickly and you can order them custom to your size."
#7
Designer Loft
3.0
(5)
"I got my wedding dress at designer loft. I always wanted a Rosa Clara dress and they had a big inventory. Super great attendant."
"I had a good experience at Designer Loft. They have SO many dresses and even let me go a bit over on the appointment time."
"I went to Designer Loft! They were good at respecting my budget."
"I had a very, very bad experience at Designer Loft."
"Designer loft tries to sell dresses over budget dont go there"
#8
Torrid
4.7
(3)
"My wife is curvy and she loves getting her dresses at Torrid"
"Second Torrid. They always carry dresses and you can try on in store or shop online."
"Torrid is an option. (you can order online most of their stuff is very true to size if you know your measurements.)"
#9
Macy's
4.3
(3)
"I really like the formal dress section at Macy's. Sparkly."
"Macy's is have a One Day sale today. Dresses are 60% off."
"Macy's also has dresses like that in store when I went looking as well."
#10
Nordstrom
4.3
(3)
"I got mine from Nordstroms and it was $350."
"Drive up to Beachwood Place. They have a Dillard’s store, Saks, and Nordstrom. Prices are a bit steep, naturally, but you’ll likely find what you’re looking for."
"Nordstrom at the Westfarms mall. Some of the other stores there might have good options as well."
#11
The Winner
4.0
(3)
"The Winner is an experience. Great suggestion!"
"I would drive out to the winner in Sharon, PA. It’s like 3 stories of gowns. It’s definitely worth the drive!"
"I would drive out to the winner in Sharon, PA. It’s like 3 stories of gowns. It’s definitely worth the drive!"
#12
Lovely Bride
3.7
(3)
"I went to Lovely Bride in Tribeca and had a fantastic experience."
"Check out Lovely Bride! They have some dresses in your price range."
"Lovely bride really doesn't carry much under $2K, just fyi. i also did not have a good experience there."
#13
White Dress Off The Rack
5.0
(2)
"I had an amazing experience at White Dress Off The Rack."
"I’d really really recommend White Dress Off The Rack on 2nd St, Milwaukee!"
#14
Brides by Young
5.0
(2)
"Brides By Young! It's in jersey but totally doable with a semi expensive uber."
"Brides by Young in NJ. Plus sizes only so truly you can try everything on and they are awesome."
#15
Bridal Shop of Charleston
5.0
(2)
"Highly recommend!"
#16
Bridal House of Charleston
5.0
(2)
"+1 for Bridal House of Charleston."
"They are so welcoming and they have some more unique options."
#17
Cocomelody
5.0
(2)
"+1 on Cocomelody!"
"Go check out Cocomelody since you’re in LA."
#18
The White Dress
5.0
(2)
"I got my dress at The White Dress! Had a great experience, they have a nice variety!"
"I got my dress at The White Dress! Had a great experience."
#19
The Brides Project
5.0
(2)
"Try The Brides Project. All donated dresses in superb condition and all proceeds go to cancer research."
"Or you could try consignment - The Brides Project or Sixpence (Guelph), I had a great experience at both"
#20
RK Bridal
4.5
(2)
"RK Bridal was hands down my favorite experience."
"RK Bridal is spacious and huge selection and had a lot of options in the under $1500 range."
#21
Flora & Lane
4.5
(2)
"Flora & Lane in Chicago."
"I would recommend flora & lane in Chicago."
#22
Bridal Gallery
4.5
(2)
"The Bridal Gallery downtown was where I got mine. They had a lot of good options in my price range."
"I second the Bridal Gallery downtown. They’re very friendly and attentive."
#23
Brides for a Cause
4.5
(2)
"They have a few stores across the U.S."
"Definitely check out Brides for a Cause! They’re a non profit that sells donated samples."
#24
White Dress
4.5
(2)
"White Dress in CDM!! Had the best experience there
"
"White dress has everything for everyone. Higher end but plenty in that budget."
#25
BB Bridal
4.5
(2)
"I wanted a size inclusive bridal shop and had hands down the best time at BB Bridal. Ask for Tiarra- she is literally the best!"
"I had a good experience at BB Bridal, but I also specifically went for a sample sale."
#26
The Bay
4.0
(2)
"The Bay has nice dresses often on sale."
"We had good luck at The Bay. Got good sales, too."
#27
Mariposa
4.0
(2)
"Mariposa in Anaheim great prices."
"Mariposa in Anaheim carries Stella York but they have lots of dresses in that price point."
#28
The Wedding Shoppe
4.0
(2)
"Great dresses reasonably priced."
"The Wedding Shoppe in St. Paul has quite a budget range."
#29
Play It Again Val's
4.0
(2)
"Play It Again Val's in Ajax - they have some bridal gowns in their flag ship store"
"Play it again val's is a cosignment shop in Pickering where they have dresses half price off retail"
#30
Dillard's
4.0
(2)
"Totally forgot about Dillard s! Thank you!
"
"Drive up to Beachwood Place. They have a Dillard’s store, Saks, and Nordstrom. Prices are a bit steep, naturally, but you’ll likely find what you’re looking for."
#31
Glamour Closet
4.0
(2)
"I got my dress from Glamour Closet in chicago. I found a designer sample dress I loved for 600 and several I liked in the 8-900 range."
"Glamour Closet (209 W. Illinois) and Haute and Co Bridal (750 N. Franklin). They are priced similar to David's Bridal but have various dresses that are from the past fashion season that are very high quality."
#32
The Perfect Dress
4.0
(2)
"I’ll check out The Perfect Dress."
"The Perfect Dress had a mother’s section that looked pretty nice."
#33
The White Gown
3.5
(2)
"I had a great experience at The White Gown and bought a dress under $2k."
"The White Gown will have dresses in your budget, but we didn’t have the greatest experience."
#34
Bridal Consignment House
3.0
(2)
"I’d avoid Bridal Consignment House if you can."
#35
Park & Fifth
5.0
(1)
"Women owned, locally made, sustainable practices"
#36
Show Off
5.0
(1)
"It's a small boutique shop on main street, the owner & designer is wildly impressive"
#37
This Magic Moment
5.0
(1)
"They had lots of bridesmaids dresses and the ladies are WONDERFUL!"
#38
ModCloth
5.0
(1)
"I’ve bought a lot of stuff from them, and have never had a bad experience yet."
#39
Best Dress 2 Impress
5.0
(1)
"Run by Sharon who is super helpful and doesn't push the most expensive dress on you."
#40
Wedding Wardrobe
5.0
(1)
"Wedding Wardrobe Waterloo has dresses in all price ranges!"
#41
Silver Moon
5.0
(1)
"Silver Moon in Wicker Park is a dedicated bridal vintage store."
#42
Tulle Bridal
5.0
(1)
"Tulle Bridal outlet - North Andover, MA. Price point: $800-$2000"
#43
Tulle XO
5.0
(1)
"Tulle XO - Salem, NH . Price point: $700-$2000"
#44
Angela’s Bridal
5.0
(1)
"Angela’s Bridal - West Roxbury Boston"
#45
Boston Bridal Rack
5.0
(1)
"Boston Bridal Rack - ' "
#46
Wed2be
5.0
(1)
"My wife used Wed2be, no complaints!"
#47
About A Bride
5.0
(1)
"About A Bride in Fenny Stratford is absolutely fantastic."
#48
Vow’d
5.0
(1)
"Just bought my dress at Vow’d in Brookfield a few weeks ago."
#49
Bon Bon Belle
5.0
(1)
"If you're willing Bon Bon Belle in Burlington is spectacular."
#50
Vows
5.0
(1)
"Vows in Watertown would have some in your price range."
#51
Precious Memories
5.0
(1)
"Precious memories in Malden will work with any budget!"
#52
Designer Loft Bridal
5.0
(1)
"Designer Loft Bridal & The White Gown were incredible!"
#53
Destiny Chic
5.0
(1)
"Has nice dresses: https://www.destinychic.com.au"
#54
Annika Bridal
5.0
(1)
"Annika Bridal is great!"
#55
Carolina Bridal World
5.0
(1)
"Carolina bridal world is amazing and has great options under $1000."
#56
Ania
5.0
(1)
"I went all over Portland and Ania was by far my favorite!"
#57
Mariposa Bridal
5.0
(1)
"Mariposa Bridal is where I’m going to in two weeks! I’ve already been and had an amazing experience."
#58
Aviana
5.0
(1)
"Very happy with the dress and fits me really well."
#59
Silver Sixpence
5.0
(1)
"I thought they were really great."
#60
Bridals by Jodi
5.0
(1)
"Seriously cannot recommend her and the shop enough."
#61
Veritas
5.0
(1)
"Awesome- highly recommend."
#62
Lovely Brides
5.0
(1)
"I’ve had fun experienced at Lovely Brides."
#63
White on Daniel Island
5.0
(1)
"Highly recommend!"
#64
Cherie Sustainable Bridal
5.0
(1)
"I highly recommend Cherie Sustainable Bridal."
#65
AFAROSE
5.0
(1)
"I find very convenient."
#66
Bliss
5.0
(1)
"Can’t say enough good things about Bliss in Brookfield."
#67
Miss Ruby
5.0
(1)
"Super great environment."
#68
Hazel
5.0
(1)
"Has a lot of really cute dresses."
#69
Dress to Party
5.0
(1)
"For £750, you could do great at Dress to Party."
#70
Anna
5.0
(1)
"Definitely call in when you're in Sligo for a look."
#71
Lux Bridal
5.0
(1)
"You could also try Lux Bridal downtown. It's where I got my dress."
#72
Legacy Bridal
5.0
(1)
"Legacy Bridal in Gilbert. My wife and her entourage booked a private experience and were treated with food and drinks."
#73
La Creme
5.0
(1)
"Highly recommend!"
#74
Adina's Bridal
5.0
(1)
"Very affordable for the dresses she offers."
#75
Flutter Bridal
5.0
(1)
"Had a super positive experience there."
#76
Vow'd
5.0
(1)
"I loved my experience at Vow’d in South End!"
#77
Savvy Bride
5.0
(1)
"Savvy Bride in South End is great!"
#78
Lace and Liberty
5.0
(1)
"They have dresses and separates (top/skirt), many under $1500."
#79
Lovely
5.0
(1)
"My wife and I went to Lovely and had a great experience."
#80
The One Bridal
5.0
(1)
"My best experiences were at Gabriella bridal and where I ultimately found my dream dress The One bridal."
#81
Floravere
5.0
(1)
"I enjoyed the process the most at Floravere and eventually decided to get my dress there."
#82
NYC Bride
4.0
(1)
"Has a lot of dresses below 1500"
#83
Reformation
4.0
(1)
"Try reformation!"
#84
Kohl's
4.0
(1)
"Kohl’s and Macy’s will have some cute holiday party dresses in that price range or cheaper."
#85
Evereve
4.0
(1)
"Evereve and White House Black Market at Redmond Town Center might but I’m not as familiar with what they carry."
#86
Amazon
4.0
(1)
"Amazon? I know my wife has bought plenty of amazing dresses for weddings/recitals/showers etc."
#87
Von Maur
4.0
(1)
"Von Maur has a decent selection, and the prices are decent for 'formal wear'."
#88
Macy’s
4.0
(1)
"You will probably have better luck at Macy’s for sale prices though."
#89
Lulus
4.0
(1)
"LuLus is an online boutique with very affordable pricing and trendy options."
#90
Folkster
4.0
(1)
"Folkster out in Dundrum. Boho style."
#91
Guipurean
4.0
(1)
"Check out Guipurean in Stanmore. Cassandra has just finished a stunning collection."
#92
Luv Bridal
4.0
(1)
"Luv Bridal Crows Nest."
#93
Hopikas
4.0
(1)
"For more than two years we have been buying women's clothing on this site."
#94
Winners
4.0
(1)
"I recently got a dress at winners for 79 dollars."
#95
H&M
4.0
(1)
"H&M at Conestoga usually has more 'fancy' type dresses."
#96
Lulu's
4.0
(1)
"I bought my dress at Lulu's and while it was more casual... they have beautiful dresses."
#97
My Dress
4.0
(1)
"My Dress in Carrick on Suir and Bijou in Tramore have a really nice selection of wedding dresses."
#98
New York Bride and Groom
4.0
(1)
"Here are some places my friends have had luck at with lower priced gowns."
#99
Lucy Can't Dance
3.0
(1)
"For something really different."
#100
House of Brides
1.0
(2)
"House of brides is NOT GOOD. Too large to feel like anything but a number."
"The one in Schaumburg was horrible too. Mediocre service on a good day and the store just feels kind of dark and dingy."
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