Ava Laurenne Bride

I had the BEST experience finding my wedding dress. My stylist was so kind and listened to my feedback on what I liked or didn't like about different dresses that I tried on. I was worried that wedding dress shopping was going to be a super stressful experience, but Patty helped me to find my dream dress.

helped me find my dream dress on the first fitting, made me feel very comfortable & welcome considering i’m plus sized- they had a GREAT selection :)

Had a wonderful experience (well multiple because I am indecisive) at Ava Laurenne. Brittany was very helpful, understanding and friendly. She understood what I was looking for but also knew how much I could step out of my box and still feel comfortable. The other girls in the shop were all friendly as well. The shop itself is stunning, the atmosphere is everything you could dream of. Huge selections of beautiful dresses to choose from. Check them out, you will not be disappointed!

Ava Laurénne saved the day when my first wedding dress was lost by the dry cleaners just 30 days before my wedding. They got me in the very next day, even though I had not bought my first dress from them, and were so kind and helpful. I was afraid my appointment would be a bit of a downer, since I didn’t have any friends or family in town to go with me. But Julie was like an immediate best friend, she was very upbeat and I had so much fun even under the circumstances. Julie was very careful to proactively look up which dresses would be available on my short time frame, and I ended up going home with a new dress I liked even better than my first. Thank you all so much for your kindness and help!

Would highly recommend Ava Laurenne to any bride! My sister got her dress here a few months prior to me, and I noticed how professional and excellent they were at choosing and narrowing down dresses for her based on her preferences. She was able to get a dress she loved on her first visit and I was too! They are true professionals and didn't try to sell me on a dress I didn't like, and were patient when I wanted to try gowns on multiple times. I was able to wear my dress this past weekend and it was beautiful - thank you Ava Laurenne!

Great service! They have a natural ability to listen carefully to what you want and help you narrow down choices efficiently. The made the process elegant, special and weren't overwhelming.

Ava Laurenne was absolutely wonderful. I did a walk-in appointment with my mom and had a vague idea of what I was looking for but had never tried on dresses before to know if that was accurate. Brittany was my consultant and she helped guide me through the whole process and made me feel like I was actually heard when she asked me what I liked or didn’t like about a dress I had on. The day of my wedding, I couldn’t have been happier with my choice and received so many compliments on my dress from both guests and vendors!

From the moment I arrived, I immediately felt welcomed and understood. My stylist asked thoughtful questions and provided amazing guidance, never pushing me to an answer but instead guiding me to what I eventually found to be the answer. I had the most amazing experience, and found a dress that made me immediately burst out in tears! Ava Laurenne is amazing. There's no need to ever look elsewhere!

* I planned on going to Ava Laurénne Bride years before getting engaged. Knowing ALB is the largest bridal boutique in Virginia, my plan was to take advantage of the National Bridal Sale during the month of July. I ended up getting engaged on July 29th, which happened to be the last day of the sale, so I just missed it. I talked to the stylist that runs their Instagram a few times to discuss various concerns and she eased ALL of my worries. The day of my appointment, my stylist was Abi, and she was the BEST!! I felt like we were lifelong friends just catching up! Abi listened to my vision and found dresses that were perfect, but also dresses that were a little different. I was thankful that she knew when to bring the dresses that were outside of my vision so that I could still see them just in case. When I was torn between two dresses, Abi never questioned my idea of adding a belt, and agreed with it. Sure enough, once she added the cathedral veil, I knew that dress was the one! The experience at ALB is better than anything I’ve seen on TLC and I would encourage anyone to go to the Fredericksburg, VA location or check out the new location in SC. I am so happy to be an Ava Laurénne Bride and love that I can go back to visit whenever! I’ve even thought about trying to work there part time to help other brides find their dream dress.

Finding my dress at Ava Laurénne was a great experience. I had been to several other shops first, and even though I had a very clear idea of what I wanted, I wasn't finding something that checked all the boxes. Julie, my consultant, was a joy to work with. She took me out of my own head, reminded me that this decision had to be made by feeling (instead of just thinking!), and was so knowledgable about alterations/customizations (while also being completely respectful of budget!). We found "the one" in minutes, and I came back a month later with my mom to show her before purchasing. My mom is very opinionated, but Julie and Bea handled the situation like pros so that I could enjoy saying yes to the dress. The experience at ALB felt very reminiscent of sorority recruitment, which some folks may not feel comfortable with, but I didn't mind. Everyone was genuinely nice and extremely professional, and they really made the dress shopping experience feel special. Thank you, ALB!

Ava Laurenne was incredible for finding my dress. I went in expecting to try a few on to get ideas of what I was looking for and Patty found THE dress for me. I purchased off the rack and was able to leave my dress at the store until I was ready for fitting and alterations with Shannon from Mackenzie Clare who works out of the Ava Laurenne store. They have also been super helpful with recommending places for steaming before the wedding closer to home for me and very responsive to questions about cleaning and preservation after the wedding. I highly recommend Ava Laurenne!

Ava Laurenne Bride was my first and only stop on my wedding dress journey! From start to finish, I had a wonderful experience and everyone was so kind and helpful. The showroom is gorgeous and inviting, and all of the dresses were stunning. Natalie made me feel so comfortable and special trying on dresses. She encouraged me to try on all different styles and I am so grateful for her advice, because I ended up with a dress that I never expected that made me feel so beautiful and special!

Found my dream dress here and the service was perfect. Friendly staff, fabulous space, snacks, and drinks available. It was the most magical day!

ALB provided a great experience for trying on gowns for the first time. The staff are friendly, encouraging, and make the experience comfortable for brides and their guests. Don't sleep on the "White Friday" sale around the holidays. I found my veil at a great discount.

Ava Laurenne is THE BEST bridal shop! I'd shopped around at a few spots before finding ALB - and it was a total game change. All of the staff was incredibly helpful and knowledgeable. Natali helped me find my dress - I went in with an idea of what I wanted and she helped me pick and chose the aspects of the dress that were important to me. Overall - I went with a dress I wouldn't have expected to chose but it was PERFECTION.

Had the best experience finding my wedding dress at Ava Laurenne Bride! All of the staff are so sweet and helpful. I especially loved that they offer 'dress reveal' appointments, this was so special for my mom and MIL to see my dress for the first time.

Ava Laurenne Bridal boutique is a class act! They manage to create an intimate setting for my daughter and her support team to select her dress yet it had an amazing energy from other brides and stylists in the salon. Virginia, her stylist, did a fantastic job helping her navigate the emotional journey of bridal. Bravo Team Ava Laurenne!

This was the first and ONLY bridal shop I needed to go to! I tried on three dresses and then found the most perfect one! It was such an easy and relaxing experience finding my dress at Ava Laurenne and I can't recommend them enough! When I got engaged I knew this is where I wanted to go and I was no let down! Thank you again for the most amazing wedding dress!!!

I cannot rave about this boutique enough!!! It was amazing from the time we entered until we left. I did not think I would find my dress at the first place I looked considering how picky I am but our assistant really understood what I was looking for and appealed to my taste. They made my “say yes to the dress” day feel as special and memorable as the wedding itself!

My experience with Ava Laurénne (so far) has been amazing. I went in for a bridal appointment alone, I needed to decide on what I like without the influence of other people. The shop is gorgeous and massive! I had the whole place to myself! So many beautiful dresses on display, even in the upper level. My stylist was so kind and so fun to work with, she pulled a few different dresses for me to try and helped me in, clipping me in so I would be able to visualize what the dress would look like even though it was too small/big on. The experience was seriously something out of a movie. Definitely worth the 1+ hour drive for me!

The try on experience was like no other!! It was by far the most personable and special experience. The dress options are unbelievably gorgeous along with the venue itself. There were some communication mistakes on their part and they completely took ownership and did everything (above and beyond!!) they possibly could to make it right. I bought my dress “Jamie” there and couldn’t be happier with how beautiful it was on our big day!

The girls here are the absolute SWEETEST! I had several personal emergencies come up so I wasn't able to pick the dress up when it came in. It stayed an extra 3 weeks. Everyone was extremely understanding and even asked if there was anything they could do. I HIGHLY recommend this shop, they are great!!

I had the most incredible experience with Virginia! She was so helpful, knowledgeable, and friendly! The consultation was amazing from the moment I walked into the store! The store itself is beautiful -- so clean, and such friendly people! Virginia pulled several dresses for me to try based on the photos I showed her, and the first dress I tried on ended up being "the one"! I cannot recommend Ava Laurenne and Virginia enough!

LITERALLY DO NOT GO ANYWHERE ELSE FOR ANY BRIDAL NEEDS!!!! They are the sweetest, most accommodating, and BEST people you will meet!!! I will always refer people to Ava Laurenne and be an ALB!!!

This place deserves nothing less than 10 stars! I will forever be so obsessed with not only the shop but the staff as well! So blessed to be an Ava Laurenne bride for life. So excited I got set up with my girl Katie who was seriously the best in helping me find my perfect dress. Her and Jordan then helped make it even more special for me by adding a jacket to the look to give me the 3/4 length sleeve option I loved. I still had appointments at other shops but couldn't get Ava Laurenne or the combo they put together for me out of my mind, so with Katie's help I went back a few days later to officially say yes to my private label Amira dress with Justin Alexander jacket. Katie also did my pick up appointment and helped me find a veil. I loved having the same stylist each time I visited the shop, so personal and caring. Truly the most amazing experience and now community to be a part of!

I cannot recommend this place enough! Katie was FANTASTIC and made sure I had the best picture of what my dress would look like. They made me feel like I was the most important and did everything they could to make sure I had the dress I wanted.

I cannot say enough nice things about every experience I have ever had with Ava Laurenne. I first met them bringing my best friend there to find her dream dress, which they helped us find only a few dresses in. It was one of those dresses we walked past and didn’t jump out, but we should have known... because once she put it on she was transformed! Virginia was helping us that day and she was such a pleasure to work with!! As a planner I have now sent countless brides their way and each and every one has had the same wonderful experience with Katie, ans Brittany and the whole team!! Then a beautiful partnership bloomed! I have partnered with them both as a calligrapher and style/ designer and used them in my own shoots and it’s a sincere pleasure to work with them every time. They’re helpful, supportive when you want to take creative chances, and they have a real knack for pulling together creative people and giving them space to shine. I look forward to each and every opportunity to make magic with them! So whether you’re a bride looking to find your dream dress with a team of wonderfully kind, knowledgeable, and honest people who are just a pleasure to be around, or a creative in the industry looking for a business to help grow, challenge, support, and inspire you- Ava Laurenne is the perfect place for you!

I had the most wonderful experience shopping for my wedding dress at Ava Laurenne! I called the store before making an appointment to discuss pricing, what designers they carry, and what COVID-19 precautions they were taking. The person I spoke with was incredibly helpful over the phone and made me feel like the drive to Fredericksburg (from Richmond) would be worth it. Natalie was my consultant during the appointment and I feel like she not only listened to what I was looking for, but really helped me figure out exactly what look I was going for. I especially appreciated that every dress she brought me to try was under budget! I tried on about 6 or 7 dresses total and Natalie was so accommodating - she knew exactly what questions to ask and made sure that I got plenty of pictures in each style. The samples were very clean and you can tell the staff takes a lot of care with them to keep them in good condition. Their space is beautifully decorated and comfortable. While I only brought one guest with me, but there is ample space for larger parties. There is plenty of distance between the many try on areas and I never felt like I was fighting for mirror space or intruding on another bride's appointment. I ended up choosing one of their private label dresses and paid in November. When I went to pick it up in January, they were kind enough to let me FaceTime my mom when I tried it on and let me try it with a few veils to get an idea of what looked best. Lastly, one of the best parts was the online payment portal they provide you with after you decide to purchase. I really liked that I was able to pay for my dress over the course of a few months instead of a one-time, large payment. Having that flexibility was great, especially when you're balancing deposits with all the other wedding vendors. I couldn't be happier with my dress and buying from Ava Laurenne - from start to finish, it was just beyond my expectations!

Dress shopping is one of the main activities I have looked forward to since getting engaged (other then marrying my best friend). I am so glad I found Ava Laurenne bride! They have huge selection that is under 2K which was oddly hard to find when calling around to bridal salons. The consultants are great at asking the right questions to help you eliminate styles and find what is truly perfect. Like most brides the dress I said "yes" to was the OPPOSITE of what I came in for! It was with the help of the Ava Laurenne team that I found the PERFECT gown. I cannot wait until May/June when it arrives and I get to put it on again :) I did a standard 90 minute appointment, we went over on time but the staff was very friendly about it. If you are able to afford the Princess Experience (3-4 hour appointment) you should do it! They have SO many dresses that 90 minutes really did feel rushed.

Dress shopping at Ava Laurenne was better than any dress shopping experience I could have ever imagined! Virginia, Jordan, and Katie were absolutely amazing and so attentive to our group. They heard and understood every little detail that I wanted in a dress and I walked out with the one! I cannot thank them enough!

Ava Laurenne helped me find my dream dress! They took all of the images from my Pinterest board and found a variety of dresses that fit my sense of style. I kept getting endless compliments for the uniqueness of my gown. Definitely a great experience!

HIGHLY recommend! Their selection of dressing is out of this world! Patty helped me find the perfect Justin Alexander gown called Lauren. Buying your dress from Ava Laurenne is like becoming apart of a sisterhood. Their located is amazing and the staff is so involved to make sure you find the PERFECT dress. Call them today!

I cannot say enough about how wonderful my experience was at Ava Laurenne. Natali was the most amazing listener -- she was able to pick up on everything I liked/didn't like as I was trying on various dresses and ended up putting together a skirt/jacket/belt combo that truly was my dream dress. It was everything I had envisioned and she was able to put it together in just our one hour visit, while being completely respectful of my budget!! And after the purchase, I have to say everyone was great -- especially given the tighter timeline because of the current situation. They kept us updated, were very friendly and always helpful. If you are looking for your dress, this is the place to go!

Ava Laurenne was such a fun and memorable experience! They pay attention to the details and make every bride feel like a VIP. My bridal consultant was wonderful. She pulled multiple dresses for me and stuck to my budget, which is super important when trying on beautiful dresses! They have a dress for all budgets, so don't count them out if your budget is lower. You will have a great dress shopping experience here

I would recommend Ava Laurenne Bride in a HEARTBEAT. 💞 Their shop is an absolute dream - the aesthetics are top notch. The experience was something out of a movie - truly dreamy! If you are looking for where to buy your gown, look no further, Ava Laurenne Bride is the place to be. 💍

From the moment I walked into ALB, I felt like a princess! Brittany was the best bridal consultant ever! She picked out my dress after listening to the story of how I met my now husband and seeing my ring. The dress she picked had lace that matched the scrolling detail on my ring. She put me in it first and it fit like a glove! I fell in love with my gown and ALB continues the experience even after you've purchased your gown. I cannot rave about this shop enough!! Thank you for the wonderful experience and BEAUTIFUL gown 💕

What an amazing experience! I visited the shop in early February and it took my breath away! The building is amazing, spotless and has the perfect feel to find your perfect dress. My group and I were quickly greeted and taken to our area. Each area is secluded enough to have a private fitting and truly enjoy this special time. Jordan was my spectacular guide to finding the perfect dress! She was thoughtful, listened and created an experience myself and my group will never forget. If you have the opportunity to try on dresses here, do it! You won't regret it!

Ava Laurenne bridal shop truly helped my dream come true! Virginia, my bridal dress shopping expert truly was kind, welcoming, & full of great wisdom! The shop was beautiful, welcoming, & truly allowed much room to make decisions without pressure. I am so grateful to Virginia & all the staff at Ava Laurenne!

Dear future Brides, If you are a Bride about to embark on her journey to prepare for the altar you must stop at Ava Laurénne Bridal shop! I had the honor of having the beautiful Virginia as my bridal dress expert at the shop. The bridal shop is enchanting & their prices are exceptional! The staff are super welcoming & helpful! If you want to feel like Cinderella herself you must step foot into this gorgeous bridal shop! Much love, Heather (Happy Bride who found her dress Ava Laurénne)

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Ava Laurenne! From the minute my sisters, mom, and I walked through the doors we knew it was going to be a wonderful experience. The atmosphere is warm and inviting and all the staff are anxious to make you feel like a princess. We had been to a shop earlier in the day who chose dresses for me and limited the number I could try on, so we were pleasantly surprised when we were told we could browse on our own to pick out some dresses to try on while they also chose styles based on my wants! My sisters had so much fun finding dresses for me, and actually ended up finding my perfect dream dress. They worked with my budget and didn't try to upsell me on anything. The store did a great job notifying me of my dress arriving, and worked with my schedule as I lived out of town. They let me wear my dress as long as I wanted when I came to pick it up, and I never felt rushed or pressured. They don't have in-house alterations so I was able to take my dress to any seamstress I chose (so helpful when you live out of town!). They also provided a preservation service I was able to purchase at the time of dress pick up. My mom dropped my dress off after my wedding and they dealt with sending it out for me! I highly highly recommend anyone who wants a personalized wedding dress experience to check this place out!

I went into Ava Laurenne thinking it would just be for fun and I wouldn't actually find my dress there.... Well.... 2 dresses later and I am walking out having bought my dress at the first store I went too! While their gowns are far above any other store in this area, it is the experience that they do so well. Katie and her team make you feel like you are the most important and beautiful bride, whether you buy a dress or not. Plus their new store is a DREAM! You have to book an appointment and I'll say it is a high chance you will walk out having found your dress!

This was the second shop I visited and I wish more than anything I would have come here first. Ava Laurenne gives you a one of a kind experience that is completely worth it. I can’t thank Brittany enough for being so sweet & patient throughout the whole process. She literally let me bounce between two dresses that I loved three times each. Even when I was away from my group and trying to make a decision, she supported me in whatever made me truly happy. I’ve never felt as comfortable and like I had someone so much on my side. She was a game changer, and I’m so grateful that we got to all pick out the dress that we thought was perfect. I’m so glad I ended up being an Ava Laurenne Bride!!

Ava Laurenne was the BEST boutique I could've asked for. It was the one and only bridal shop I went to. I walked in not knowing a single thing about the style or fit that I wanted yet I walked out with my dream dress! Katie and the entire staff paid so much attention to what I said, what I liked or didn't like, and even helped in a mini crisis when my dress came in. They also paid attention to budget and never made me feel uncomfortable about choosing a dress that was not within my price range. Everything was incredible! Thank you so much Ava Laurenne for helping me find the dress of my dreams!

Katie and her team at Ava Laurenne are simply the BEST!! I had the most wonderful experience, it was everything I have ever imagined. While trying on different dress styles, I immediately turned down a fit and flare dress because I knew I wouldn't like it... but Katie made me try it on. Wouldn't you know, it ended up being the dress I chose! Katie you rock, and I am so happy to be an Ava Laurenne bride! Even if you are from out of town, please visit this shop--It will definitely be worth the drive., you won't regret it!

Ava Laurenne was the first bridal shop I went to; I had never tried on a wedding dress and I really had no intention of buying a dress at the first shop I visited. But the atmosphere was so warm and comfortable and the staff so friendly that it was easy to zero in on what I was looking for and to find my perfect dress! It was a wonderful experience to share with my mom, sister, and future mother-in-law!

From the moment you walk into this place, to the moment you walk down the aisle, you are a freaking PRINCESS to the employees at Ava Laurenne. They treat you like ROYALTY. They have unique dresses and they have dresses for all budgets. You may pass the shop walking through downtown Fredericksburg and think no way can I afford to shop there, but honestly, I know girls who have gotten BEAUTIFUL dresses on a budget. Also – there was a problem with my dress. Not because of Ava Laurenne and I will spare you the details, but when I say that they went ABOVE and BEYOND to fix the problem, I mean it. They didn’t just fix the problem, but they compensated me for it as well. They went out of their way the ENTIRE time for me up until the DAY I walked down the aisle. & because I was one girl, who had an issue with their dress, and ALB fixed it and went above and beyond, this is WHY I recommend them. If what happened to me, happened at a David’s Bridal…I guarantee you that I would not have walked down the aisle in the same dress I bought. Plus perks of ALB – your dress is unique. I bet you, none of your girlfriends from high school will be in the same dress you were !!! Also I’m biased, but the employee Katie is the ABSOLUTE BEST.

Katie helped me find my dream gown. It was the first one I tried on and I knew right away! She made my experience perfect and Ava Laurenne’s Atmosphere is so chic and intimate so I highly recommend it!

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Ava Laurenne Bride. After a not-so-great experience at another bridal salon, I was nervous that I would never find my dress. From the moment I walked in, my attitude changed. Everyone greeted me like I was the only bride in the world. My consultant listened to what I was envisioning and looked at pictures I had saved. My party and I were able to go pull dresses we liked while my consultant pulled things she thought would work. She helped me eliminate dresses as we tried them on while never being pushy. She pulled an off-the-shoulder jacket, strapless dress, and a beautiful belt to create the dress I had been imagining. I loved several dresses we tried on, but in the end it was the combination she picked that was definitely the best. I left being so excited and happy with my choice and the experience. My party was so impressed with the level of service we experienced. Today I went back to pick up my dress, and my consultant came down to the pick-up area just to say hello and see what the dress looked like on, even though she wasn't the one helping me. I felt so prioritized the entire time I was there. You cannot get a better bridal experience than at Ava Laurenne Bride.

Going to Ava Laurenne Bride to get my wedding dress was the best decision I could have made. They absolutely deserve every single one of their 5 stars, if I could give them more I would! I was really more anxious than excited about going wedding dress shopping. I had real, panic inducing fears that I would not be able to find the one, or that I would love everything on the hanger and hate it when I put it on me. Brittany, my consultant, was AMAZING! She was very bubbly and inviting when we first walked in. She put my anxieties at ease and made me feel very comfortable during the entire process. I was pleasantly surprised at the number of dresses that I was able to try on, not wearing a traditional sample size. Brittany took the time to listen to what I wanted. She told us we could look through the gowns and she would pull anything I wanted to try on. Looking through the dresses, there were so many beautiful gowns that I felt like we were pulling every other dress. In reality we probably pulled about 15 dresses which Brittany tirelessly helped me in and out of. She was so attentive and really paid attention to my reaction to each dress and how it made me feel. As a result, she helped me eliminate a few of the dresses based on the style and how I reacted to other dresses of similar style. About half way through the gowns that we picked out, Brittany pointed out a dress that was hanging in the back by the dressing rooms. She asked what I thought about it, and if I would like to try it on. There was no denying that Brittany had just found MY dress. There are no words to describe how I felt when I saw it on. The closest thing I can come to is MAGICAL. It was not what I expected to find, but when I saw it I knew! After finding this amazing, unicorn of a gown Brittany helped me put on the 1st of 4 “favorites” gowns that we had set aside for the very end. She patiently waited while I reevaluated each one of these four dresses. The final two dresses Brittany accessorized for me so that I could get a better visual; she added a belt and veil. But, in the end my unicorn dress was absolutely the ONE! I even started crying, and I did not think I would cry. This is the best experience any bride could want. We were probably there for about 2 hours, and I never once felt rushed or ignored. Brittany listened to what we wanted, from budget to style, and managed our expectations flawlessly. As it turns out, the price of the gown was under our budget, including the belt that Brittany had accessorized the dress with! I cannot express how grateful I am for the experience they gave me. The whole team at Ava Laurenne was warm, kind, and inviting and Brittany was heaven sent!

I have nothing but positive things to say about Ava Laurenne. The consultant was SO attentive to myself and my preferences and had great ideas and opinions to help me find my dream dress. Everyone was SO patient with me (when I wanted to try on several different dresses several different times..haha) and I really felt like they cared so much about helping me in whatever way they could. If you're anywhere near Fredericksburg, I PROMISE you won't regret going to Ava Laurenne.

Knowledgeable. Insightful. Caring. These are words that describe the people behind the experience that is Ava Laurenne Bridal. It's one thing to hear how wonderful a place is. It is quite another to experience it firsthand. I wasn't sure what to expect. I had already visited another bridal salon, before visiting Ava Laurenne, but walked away unimpressed and thinking I may not find "the" dress. All that would change at Ava Laurenne Bridal. Patty greeted our party. She was friendly and gracious. She asked about the wedding, about plans, and then asked what ideas I had for a dress. She listened - really listened, to everything I said, everything I shared, and was spot-on when it came to pulling dresses. I could not have selected better dresses to try. She made the process of trying on dresses, and even more, the process of choosing a dress, a joy! Katie, helped, as well; offering additional information and feedback and questions that helped me make the best choice for me. Not once did I feel pressured in any way. Not once did I feel as though these were the same dresses selected for everyone. Not once did I feel as though this was a mere job to them. These were people who wanted you to find the dress for you! These were people who cared about you. When you go to Ava Laurenne Bridal, you will be in great hands, caring hands. Thank you, Ava Laurenne Bridal, for helping me to find "the" dress. ...but even more? Thank you for the way you care about individual brides. :)

I would give 10 stars if I could... I met with Katie and she is A-M-A-Z-I-N-G!!!! She is wonderful and listened to all my needs, wants, and expectations and exceeded any experience I could've imagined. There are so many designs and dresses to choose from! I found a gorgeous dress that I LOVE! Highly recommend this shop!!!!

I had a truly wonderful experience at Ava Laurenne. Coming off the heels of a fine, but rather vanilla experience at another salon, everything from the moment I stepped into the salon really set it apart. Patty sat down with me before I ever touched a dress and really listened to what I was looking for. The first dress she had in mind when I was talking turned out to be "the one." Patty was super respectful of my budget and my tastes and never once did anyone try to up-sell me on anything. Everyone there was so nice (included accommodating my very enthusiastic friends) and from start to finish it was just the perfect experience! I would absolutely recommend Ava Laurenne to any bride looking for an amazing dress shopping experience.

Had a great experience shopping for my wedding dress at Ava Laurenne! I didn't expect to find my dress on the first stop but I did! Virginia was such a great help, and super accommodating! She helped me easily find the perfect dress while staying right within my price point. Other than helping me find a fabulous dress Virginia was also very flexible with apt scheduling for my dress pick up. She was able to work with my schedule, and actually came in off hours to help me out.

Ava Laurénne was absolutely amazing! I would highly recommend this bridal shop. The whole group of ladies there were extremely attentive, very aware of my feelings and body language, as well as fantastic at picking out dresses that matched my likes and dislikes. Katie and Carley were awesome at respecting my budget and helping me throughout the entire process. They were incredibly friendly and truly cared about me. Even after picking a dress, they allowed me to enjoy my moment with my family and stay in my dress until I was ready to checkout and celebrate!

My experience at Ava Laurenne was flawless! I had an excellent bridal consultant Katie who helped me find my dream dress. She guided me to my dress in an easy, fun way. I ended up with a style I wouldn't have expected but it is absolutely what I needed. All the dresses are beautiful and everyone was incredibly friendly and supportive. And my dress came in after only 2 weeks! I would highly recommend this bridal salon to anyone looking for a perfect bridal experience. In fact I have to 2 co workers who also found their dream dress at Ava Laurénne!

I can’t say enough great things about Ava Laurenne! This was my first bridal appointment and Katie was AMAZING! She listened to what I wanted (even though I was still figuring that out lol) and made me feel so special. She was dedicated to helping me find dress, without being pushy. All the staff was sweet and accommodating - highly recommend!

I can't even begin to describe how incredibly amazing Wendy and her team at Ava Laurénne are! They are the BEST! When looking at a few other bridal boutiques, I felt rushed and unappreciated. At Ava Laurénne, Wendy was so incredibly patient, kind, and downright awesome! She made the experience so much fun and made me feel like part of the family! She offered advice, never rushed me, and had a great sense of humor. Her husband and staff are equally amazing as well! Seriously - make an appointment here right away - you won't be disappointed! After my mom's suggestion, we made an appointment here and I drove down from Alexandria. I'm so glad I did. I'm so happy to be an ALB bride!!

I bought my dress about two years ago, but just FINALLY got to wear it! All of the staff at Ava Laurenne are so knowledgeable and really understand each bride's vision. They also referred me to a great local seamstress for my alterations. I am so happy with my dress and my experience here!

Had SUCH an amazing experience here. I walked in thinking I was just going to browse, but the entire staff was attentive, kind, and receptive to what I was looking for. The woman helping me listened to everything I said, so I never tried on two gowns that I didn't like, but I tried on so many different kinds so I could see what I liked. Even going back in for my fitting was great, the lady showed us tricks for buttoning it, and really helped me feel comfortable.

They were great!! Very attentive and keep your budget in mind when helping you pick out a dress. Super friendly and they really make it about you!

I absolutely love this place, and I loved working with Patty in helping me find my dream wedding dress. She was patient with me at all times and was available to me when I had any questions. All of the employees here are very friendly and have great customer service skills. Patty even remembered my son's name after I had only visited the shop once. This allowed me to connect and feel comfortable with her when buying my beautiful wedding gown! I would definitely recommend others to visit this shop when shopping for a wedding dress :-)

I LOVE this bridal shop and incredibly happy with the team here! My dress was literally PERFECT and I owe it all to Ashley- she was the one who picked out not only the dress but my beautiful belt to go with it. She did a great job picking out dresses that went with the style that I was going for and was incredibly patient with me! Thank you!!!

I got married on May 27th, 2017. I had picked my wedding dress out a little late in the game, about 7 months before my wedding, and Ava Laurenne absolutely rocked it. At the point I had gone to Ava Laurenne I had been to 8 other shops, and Ava Laurenne was my last. First of all, the shop is absolutely beautiful! It had exactly the feel of what a bridal shop should (some of the shops I visited lacked that). The attendant who helped me (Kate) was absolutely PHONIMONAL! Working with Kate was an absolute dream! She had asked me about the other shops that I had been to, about the dresses that I had tried on and what I liked She let me and my girls go through the store and picked what we thought I would like. She was never, ever pushy about buying a dress, and never tried to talk me into a dress that I just wasn't feeling. She would ask me what I did and didn't like about a dress, and then after we had been through most of the dresses we picked she went back up to pick out a dress that she thought I would like. As she walked down the steps I already knew that the dress was stunning, and I hadn't even tried it on yet. I put on the dress, and it was absolutely stunning, and I fell in love with it instantly. It was exactly everything that I was looking for in my wedding dress, it was only lacking a little bling, and she easily fixed that by finding the most beautiful belt to go along with it! And then she showed me a cathedral veil that just seemed to be made for the dress. I bought all three that very day, I didn't need to look around anymore, I knew I had found the wedding dress/look of my dreams. Overall it was the best experience, as Kate was more concerned about actually helping me find the dress of my dreams, rather than trying to sell me a dress. 10/10, if I had to do it all over again I would absolutely go straight back to Ava Laurenne! Also, I looked absolutely STUNNING on my wedding day!

I had the best experience at Ava Laurenne! I purchased my wedding dress from Ava Laurenne in May 2016 (1 year prior to my wedding). I worked with Ashley and she was absolutely amazing! The owner, Wendy, greeted me with a huge hug when I met her and made me feel so welcome in their shop. They had a wide variety of options within my budget and I ended up selecting an Ava Laurenne private label gown. Ashely was so patient and kind and made me feel beautiful in every dress I tried on while giving her honest opinion on styles that would be the most flattering on my body type. The construction/quality of the dress was fantastic and it was ready to be picked up 3 months after I purchased it. Because I currently live in Miami, Ava Laurenne graciously held on to my dress for over 3 more months until I was home for the holidays. Although they do not do alterations, they gave several suggestions for places they recommended. Ava Laurenne is so much more than a wedding dress shop- they treat each and every bride like family. They host events for their brides and even created a Facebook group for Ava Laurenne brides to connect and ask each other wedding questions- a great tool throughout the planning process! I couldn’t recommend Ava Laurenne enough and have several friends who have since bought their wedding dresses from them as well. Highly recommend Ava Laurenne!

Ava Laurenne was the first bridal salon we went to and we had a wonderful experience! They had such a great variety of dresses for everyone's style and everything was reasonably priced. I ended up getting the 4th dress I tried on and I couldn't have been happier with my decision. The dress was beautiful and perfect and Ava Laurenne definitely helped make that experience one to remember.

Ava Laurenne was my first stop when searching for my wedding dress. After visiting shops in Richmond and northern Va, I found my perfect dress in Fredericksburg at Ava Laurenne. Their dresses are the most beautiful I have seen and their service was like nothing I have seen. I am a flight attendant with a crazy schedule. Patty went above and beyond to meet with me before and after hours. Her expertise and patience was much appreciated! Ava Laurenne is located in historic downtown Fredericksburg on Caroline Street. A wonderful experience for mom and daughter!

I had a wonderful experience at Ava Laurénne Bride! Everyone who works there's makes you feel so welcome and special and makes the whole experience of finding the perfect dress a truly wonderful and exciting thing.

When planning my wedding, I wasn't sure what I wanted for a dress and kept putting off dress shopping. I started to feel pressure from friends and family that I needed to find a dress in order to have one in time for the wedding. Ava Laurenne was local but I thought it would be way too expensive and was hesitant to go. After going in just to look with my mom, Patty helped us feel comfortable and let us take time to try on several dresses. She made the experience absolutely amazing and helped me find a dress that I love and stayed within budget. I almost settled for a consignment dress because of trying to stay within a certain price point and it was more than my dress at Ava Laurenne. I'm so happy I gave them a try and became an Ava Laurenne Bride! I love my Justin Alexander dress and felt so beautiful on my wedding day. I would recommend Ava Laurenne to anyone!

This is such a wonderful bridal salon! I had a very negative experience at the last salon I'd been to and I was feeling a bit discouraged, but at Ava, everything was perfect. Katie was helpful, friendly, and just all around amazing! She is truly suited for this job. She makes the entire experience a positive, happy one. She clamped the dresses tightly so I knew exactly how they would fit and didn't mind me trying on a lot of dresses. She wasn't pushing for me to buy any specific dress, but provided helpful advice about styles and the way they fit me. The salon is beautiful and I am SO HAPPY to be an Ava Laurenne Bride!!!

I've never considered myself very picky, but even so, I went to about seven shops and almost gave up on finding the right wedding dress... then I decided to keep one last appointment, which happened to be at Ava. The consultants were so kind and friendly, and the dresses are so beautifully made! The second dress they put me in was the one. They also helped me accessorize and create just the right look. I felt so beautiful and the quiet atmosphere was very relaxing! The consultants also referred me to a great alterationist and gave me everything I needed for my big day. I'm so excited to wear my dress down the aisle!

I had the best experience while shopping for my wedding dress at Ava Laurenne Bride. The ladies that work there are so kind, sweet, and attentive to every need of their brides. I love the one on one approach this shop has with their brides. Unlike some of the chain dress stores out there, Ava Laurenne makes sure that their staff is working with only one bride at a time. Giving the bride the 120% attention that she deserves. A lot of time, money, and effort goes into picking out the perfect dress, and it is so refreshing to have a dress shop that provides the bride with individual attention. I would recommend this shop to all those newly engaged brides out there.

This bridal salon was amazing! They were kind and friendly and all of their dresses were GORGEOUS. I had a rough time deciding but ended up with a gorgeous dress that happened to be on sale! they were attentive and I was able to give them an idea of what I wanted and my budget and they brought dresses to fit it and to open my mind to other things that were amazing. I traveled an hour to go to this store and it was 100% worth the time and drive. If you live in the DMV area before you choose your dress you must see them first!!!

I had such an amazing experience here! Coming from NY visiting my parents, I never expected to be going home with my dress! On the first day there, first time trying on dresses. It is truly a magical experience. Kaitlin and Ashley took their time to work with me and gave me their genuine opinions. I trusted them and their expertise. They were patient and passionate about what they do. I HIGHLY recommend coming here to give them a try, a true gem in old town Fredericksburg! You will be amazed and in for a big surprise! I didn't want to take my dress off, it was stunning! For all the out of town brides, think outside of the box! You won't forget it! :-) thank you again for making me feel so amazing and beautiful!! I can't wait for my big day!

I went there after shopping for dress at two other stores and honestly the others didn't compare in quality of dresses or quality of service. The consultants are so knowledgeable and accommodating and I was able to purchase two breathtaking dresses for my ceremony and reception. This store has such a lovely and large selection of reasonably priced dresses and everyone is so friendly and excited to help you find your dream dress (which isn't hard to do at that store). they really do care about their brides and I highly recommend finding your dress there.

Working with Ava Laurenne was an amazing experience. Prior to making an appointment, we had been to two other bridal shops (trying on countless dresses) and came out with one or two that we sort of liked, and thought that they MIGHT be the dress. When we went to Ava Laurenne, EVERY SINGLE dress we tried on (which was a lot) was exponentially more beautiful than any of our favorites at the other stores. It did not take Ashley (our bridal consultant) long to bring me the perfect dress, and we all immediately knew with no questions that this was in fact the dress. Beyond simply their selection, their customer service was EXCELLENT. We were the only customers in the store during our session (also the store is beautiful) and we really felt like they were focused on making this experience amazing- which it was! Ashley was so sweet, and sat down with us to get to know more about me (the bride), my family, my fiancee, my wedding, etc. She used that information to pick out absolutely amazing dresses which all perfectly fit my style. I cannot say enough about how great this experience was, and I am so glad that I am an Ava Laurenne Bride!

Ava Laurenne was the first and final bridal shop I visited for looking for THE dress. They were so helpful and so friendly and made it very easy for me to find the perfect dress!!

After visiting many bridal boutiques, and receiving many praises and recommendations to Ava Laurenne Bride, I understand why. Purchasing my wedding gown with Ava Laurenne was such a special experience. I give credit to the owners and staff who worked with me on two separate occasions to help me pick the perfect Justin Alexander dress for me! I am so happy to share my wonderful and magical experience so other brides can do the same in the future!

THE BEST EXPERIENCE EVER! If you are looking for your perfect dress, look no further. I went to Ava Laurenne just to browse around, and ended up finding my dress - and it was on clearance! You can browse their "off the rack" dresses for a greatly discounted price! DONT LOOK ANYWHERE ELSE! Also, ask for Patty, she went above and beyond just to make me feel special. Hands down the best woman ever.

Most AMAZING experience. Ava Laurenne was my second stop while trying to find a dress back in November. I wanted what every girl sees on TV to be my experience. Surrounded by friends and family and most importantly to find my dress. Jeri MADE the appointment. She listened to everything I said and came up with the perfect dress. I never felt rush or overwhelmed. The dress she created I never expected to love, but I trusted her completely and it worked. I left and went to two other salons only to be disappointed. They didn't listen and tried to force things on me that didn't work. Naturally I returned to Jeri and felt immediately calm. She remembered me and made me feel at home. Thank you so much for helping me find my dress. Jeri was ABSOLUTELY why I came back. She was so knowledgable and made me feel like I was with a friend I had known for years. Thank you! Can't wait to pick up my dress next week :-)