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Hello gorgeous! Welcome to Bridal Beginning! Our elite bridal boutique has been catering to Pittsburgh brides for over 36 years. A Bridal Beginning bride is traditional; yet breaks the barrier of tradition. She is sexy, edgy, yet sophisticated. Think boho, effortless, elegant, super girly, somewhat conservative, modestly seductive, seriously romantic and most of all, unforgettable. At Bridal Beginning, we proudly offer a wide range of wedding gowns from the most sought after designers both nationally and internationally including Berta, Ines di Santo, Hayley Paige, Jane Hill, CHOSEN by One Day, Elysee by Enzoani, Rose + Williams, Lazaro, Martina Liana, Justin Alexander, Watters, and more! Our experienced bridal consultants take pride in providing an experience you will remember and will make you feel celebrated and at ease while they find a dress you love. Make an appointment with us today by calling (412) 343-6677! We cannot wait for YOU to be a #BridalBeginningBride!
Want to know what is like to be a #BridalBeginningBride? Take a look below to see what our brides are saying about us!
"I absolutely loved working the ladies of Bridal Beginning to find my dream wedding dress! Bridal Beginning was the first & only place that I looked to find my dress- it actually ended up being the first dress I tried on! We went during a Lazaro trunk show & I quickly fell in love with my dress after explaining to my consultant what I was looking for. After loving the first dress, she brought other options but nothing compared! We also bought my mother's dress & bridesmaid dresses at Bridal Beginning and could not have had a better experience. I can't recommend Bridal Beginning enough if you are looking for a fun & professional experience, as well as your dream gown!" - Toni
"This is every bride's dream!! They take the bride back by themselves to truly listen to what you want without the family and friends opinions. The store itself is stunning and the consultants are even better! They were able to get me my dream dress-a dream that I thought was out of my budget-to my surprise it was not. My sizing was perfect, dress fit like a glove and it is truly a piece I will keep forever! Thank you for giving me my bridal dreams!"
- Courtney
"I’ve gone to many places trying to find “the dress”. This place exceeded my expectations by far. The whole experience was amazing. The consultants were top notch, the dress selections were out of this world. And I will send everyone I know here." - Lindsey
Thank you to all of our past and present brides! We have loved working with you to find you your dress! We are so fortunate and thankful to all of you for allowing us to continue to do what we love every day! And to our future brides, we cannot wait to help you find your dream dress and make you a #BridalBeginningBride!
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Bridal Beginning received rave reviews from multiple customers who praised stylists like Marisa, Amanda, Sara, and Shae for their attentive, patient, and personalized service in helping brides find their perfect dresses. Customers appreciated the wide selection of gowns, flexibility in accommodating preferences, and honest feedback provided during the dress selection process. The staff's expertise, professionalism, and ability to create a stress-free and enjoyable experience were highlighted, making it a top recommendation for brides-to-be looking for a magical and seamless dress shopping journey.Review photos
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Kelsie M
5.0
4/13/2025
I can't say enough great things about Bridal Beginning! Sara made the dress shopping experience magical, and I felt so supported through the whole day. The shop has a great selection of different styles and designers. Highly recommend.
Kelly A
5.0
4/10/2025
I worked with Amanda and she made me feel special and like a bride my whole appointment. She made sure my mom was included as well as my best friend who joined in via FaceTime. I could not recommend Bridal Beginning enough. The shop as a whole is beautiful and really gives you the true bridal experience. I am so happy I found my dress here.
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Courtney Z
5.0
2/17/2025
My experience with Marisa at Bridal Beginning was nothing short of perfect. Not only did she come extremely prepared - having plenty of dresses that were my style picked out ahead of time for the appointment-- But she also went and grabbed more during the appointment based on my certain likes/dislikes of features I was looking for. She was attentive, affirmative and really just provided overall great customer service. I left feeling GORGEOUS and so excited for my dress to come in. Marisa was very hands on and attentive to my wants in a gown. She helped me into each gown, fluffing and making sure it was laying perfect. I work in retail so I value customer centric places that take their customers into consideration and don't just try to push a dress on you to make a sale. It's all about the connection for me, which Marisa provided throughout the whole appointment. I felt like we were BFFs and had known each other a long time. I didn't feel pressured at all during my time to leave with a dress or love any that I tried on and didn't like on my body type. This is what great customer service is all about & Marisa provided just that. If you're getting married and need a gown - HIGHLY recommend Marisa and Bridal Beginning!!
Jillian C
5.0
2/12/2025
I had the most incredible experience finding my dress here! From the moment I walked in, Amanda made me feel completely comfortable and at ease. She was an absolute dream to work with— kind, patient, and truly listened to what I was looking for. I couldn’t have asked for a better stylist!
I am beyond in love with my dress and can’t stop looking at pictures of it. The entire process was seamless, and I left feeling so confident and excited. Highly recommend to any bride looking for a stress-free and magical dress shopping experience.
Erinn K
5.0
2/06/2025
I worked with Marisa from Bridal Beginnings and I cannot express enough gratitude for her and the entire shop itself.
I went in not truly knowing what to expect or what I wanted. It was such a calming, stress free, and fun experience. I can’t recommend this store enough! Marisa brought back dress after dress and truly listened to what I liked and didn’t like about each piece. We felt like she was building the perfect dress because every time she walked back to get more she would have one that had everything I liked about the prior dresses all in one. She was helpful and respective will my budget which was also a huge additive.
Everyone should get the chance to experience Bridal Beginnings.
Molly B
5.0
2/01/2025
Cannot recommend this place ENOUGH! Sara was absolutely wonderful to work with and made me feel so beautiful and comfortable! I basically loved every dress I tried on, but Sara ultimately found the perfect one for me. So much fun!
Jamie B
5.0
1/30/2025
Bridal beginning has a huge selection of gowns and designers to choose from. After ordering my dress in ivory I decided I had liked the blush better. It was weighing on me. Bridal beginning & the designer let me return the dress and sent me one in the blush! Without any hesitation they figured it out for me. Bridal beginning was SO accommodating, and the staff is wonderful to work with. Couldn't recommend this bridal store more when finding your dream gown.
Nicole C
5.0
1/03/2025
Lindsey at Bridal Beginning was wonderful helping me find my dress. I went in not having a clue of the kind of dress I wanted. She helped me pick the perfect dress and I ended up cancelling the other appointment I had at another salon. They were very accommodating letting me come back later in the day with more of my bridal party so that everyone could see the dress as I said Yes to the dress!
Kali A
4.0
12/20/2024
Huge selection! I did find my dress and my consultant, Lindsey was amazing! However, I took one star off because I felt like the management was not super supportive of Lindsey. I had no idea of what type of dress I wanted. I tried on over 20. Poor Lindsay was running out of ideas (not her fault at all, she had only been working there for less than 2 months) and when she asked for help, I could see the irritation from the manager (I was the last appointment of the day and it seemed she wanted to get out of there) and she basically scolded Lindsey in front of me for pulling a dress that she didn't think she should have pulled. My heart felt for her. In the end, Lindsey did help me find the perfect dress and I am very happy, but as a girl's girl, I feel like I need to shine some light on the lack of support that Lindsey was given during the process.
Carley E
5.0
12/18/2024
I had such an amazing experience at Bridal Beginning! It was my second dress store of the day and I was a little anxious after the first as I didn’t find anything I really liked. Well Bridal Beginning changed that for me! Marisa helped me that day and she was nothing but AMAZING! She was full of energy and was so good at listening to what I was looking for! She helped me try on multiple dresses and listened to my likes and dislikes of the dresses. With that, she was able to find my dream dress!! I fell in love with it as soon as I put it on!! And then even more so when she took me out into the front room to see the sparkles in the natural light! It was perfect! My sister, mom, and mother in law accompanied me, we had such an amazing time that my sister later came back to find her dream dress with Marisa as well!!
Kara G
5.0
12/10/2024
Shae is amazing and helped me find the perfect dress! Bridal Beginning has a fabulous selection of dresses and everyone was extremely helpful and kind. Would recommend over and over!
Wendy R
5.0
12/02/2024
I had an amazing experience finding my wedding dress, and I can’t thank Sara and Alaina enough for making it so special! My mom was able to join me for my first visit, and they were so kind and attentive to her as well, really listening to her thoughts and making her feel included. After that, I was shopping solo, and they made sure I felt comfortable and celebrated every time I came in. They listened to what I wanted, showed me dresses within my budget, and were incredibly clear when I wanted to try something outside my price range – I truly appreciated their honesty. The selection of dresses was amazing, and they really helped me discover my style and find the perfect dress. I felt so supported throughout the whole process, and I’m so grateful for the wonderful experience!
Annie M
5.0
12/01/2024
Laurena & Alaina were absolutely wonderful in helping me find a dress that felt completely perfect for my personality and our wedding day. They were both absolutely lovely and incredibly helpful with any questions. It was such a wonderful experience for me and my family, especially since I was working on a tighter timeline!
Laci Q
5.0
11/15/2024
So many dresses to choose from and Amanda helped me find the perfect dress!
Monica S
5.0
11/10/2024
I had the best experience with Bridal Beginning. They have an incredible selection of dresses. I had the pleasure of working with Shae. If you have the ability to request who you work with, I highly recommend Shae. She went above and beyond. She is incredibly kind, patient, attentive, smart and genuine. She listens to your feedback about what you like and don't like about the dress and then selects dresses with that information in mind. She ended up picking a dress that I didn't even consider trying and ended up loving it. She makes you feel comfortable and gives you honest feedback. I couldn't have found "THE DRESS" without her help. Thank you, Shae!
Natasha B
5.0
11/09/2024
We had a great experience at Bridal Beginnings. We started shopping there and then visited a number of other salons before returning and purchasing my wedding dress. They have a wonderful selection of gowns and they were extremely good at keying into my style and what was flattering to my body. I especially appreciated that they never tried to pressure me to make a decision or buy a higher price dress! They stored it for me until it was time for alterations and had everything perfectly ready at pick up! I highly recommend making this one of your stops when shopping for your special day!
Jazmine E
5.0
10/28/2024
Love bridal beginning! Everyone there was so helpful! They made my day so special with my dress! Truly found my dream dress!
Veronica J
5.0
10/17/2024
I had an absolutely magical experience at Bridal Beginning. I had an idea of what I was looking for in a wedding dress, but my consultant really made that idea come to life! She was very flexible and made sure that we still looked at all the options to solidify my likes/dislikes. Ultimately, she helped to create an entirely new, unique look for my wedding dress! She also helped me to stay $1000 under budget! The store’s selection is so impressive, and my consultant knew the inventory like the back of her hand so that we could spend my appointment trying on dresses that embodied my vision. 10/10 experience!
Lindsey M
5.0
9/15/2024
Sarah was awesome at bridal beginning, I showed her what I had tried on prior and gave her my vision and she had me try on tons of dresses in all different varieties so I could steer her into the right direction and it paid off! My dress was perfect!
Jenna I
5.0
9/13/2024
Bridal Beginning’s selection of gowns is unmatched. Huge shout out to Laurena and Amanda! They were beyond patient and helpful with my specific preferences. They provided honest feedback without any pressure and were very personable throughout the process. They never made me feel bothersome, no matter how many dresses I tried on. They brought out numerous options and assisted me in customizing my final choice. Although my dress won’t be ready for a few months, this was somewhat expected given my preferences, so I recommend starting early if you have specific tastes as well. They have continued to be supportive, even after placing my order providing a fabric swatch for additional shopping. Overall, their service has been outstanding!
Cassidy J
5.0
9/13/2024
Highly recommend scheduling your wedding dress with Bridal Beginning! We had a great interaction and experience with the owner, Laurena, and Shae. I didn't need to go anywhere else because they found the perfect dress for me!
Catelynn P
4.0
9/10/2024
Bridal Beginning was my first bridal salon I visited and was so happy with my experience there! This was my first time ever trying on a wedding dress and even going to a bridal salon so I had no idea what to expect. The moment me, my mom, grandma, and sister got there we were greeted by Amanda who was super patient with my grandma, she was so friendly and really seemed to care to get to know me and my vision of a dress & even asked about my venue. I thought the wishlist was SO helpful & Amanda seriously nailed it. We got into the swing of things and she had me put on the first dress because she thought it had everything I wanted in a dress and seemed to fit my vision and would look really nice with my venue. Amanda did her research because she knew the style of my wedding venue and that very first dress ended up being the one I chose! I fell in love with it and felt very emotional in it. She didnt stop there. She had me try on a bunch of others one and asked how I felt in them, my likes, and dislikes and was very personable. She was also very honest too with how the dress looked on me and knew if I was touching certain areas too much or fidgeting in it, that it more than likely wasnt going to be "the one." I really liked the different light settings not only in the fitting rooms but also the platform right in front of the store window so you could see exactly how it looks in the natural lighting which did it for me 110% with my dress. Amanda was so kind and lovely and even sent a follow-up email offering to help anyway she can with the rest of my bridal journey. She was such a sweetheart. I also loved the other recommendations for seamstresses as theirs and any bridal store for that matter can be very expensive. I highly recommend the store.
Side note: The ONLY reason 4 stars is given was due to my personal reasons of feeling a little anxious about the time frame of my dress coming in. My appointment was September 7th and they quoted me for my dress AT THE LATEST to come in June-July 2025 - my wedding is August 30th 2025. I am hoping it comes in a little sooner than that for alteration purposes. Also reading other reviews, brides in the past year saying their dress was not the same color as they thought or ordered and the size was off or had stains - as if the quality assurance checks for when the dress came in was not taken care of or regarded. Amanda did go over the contract thoroughly and you have to initial certain things on the contract that you understand the size you are ordering, why you're going with one size and not the other (hip size, waist, bust, etc) and the color/style of the dress which offered a little reassurance.
All in all Amanda was FANTASTIC & I highly recommend this bridal salon!
Marcelle Z
5.0
8/28/2024
I still cannot get over the service I received at Bridal Beginning. It was my first time trying on wedding gowns and Laurena and Alaina made it special and individualized to me and my family. You truly do not need to go anywhere else. They had such a large selection of beautiful wedding dresses and with the help of the employees, I believe anyone can find their dress.
The employees are experts and made this anxiety-provoked experience one of my favorites days to date. I could not recommend it more.
Ellie M
5.0
8/22/2024
I can not say enough good things about my experience at Bridal Beginnings. All of my friends said this was THE place to go, so i had high expectations walking into the appointment. To say they over exceeded my expectations would be an understatement. My stylists Laurena and Alaina were so kind, knowledgeable, and fun! They pulled styles i requested, ones they thought was my vision and fun ones just to try on and feel out! They were truly experts at this. They had such a way of communicating my thoughts and feelings without overstepping. Laurena would always let me know if a dress i requested was over budget and to try on or leave. Alaina was such a hype girl and knew my vibe as soon as i stepped in the room. It was the best experience wedding planning so far!
Tomasina A
5.0
8/21/2024
The best experience ever truly a special morning thank you again Marisa 🤍
Alyssa P
5.0
8/08/2024
I had such an amazing experience at Bridal Beginning! My consultants were Laurena and Amanda. They listened to my inspiration and helped me find the most perfect dress! They made me feel luxurious with the treatment I received! I cannot recommend this place enough!
Sydney D
5.0
8/08/2024
Sara and Shae were amazing! My entire appointment was so relaxing, enjoyable, and fun. I went into it thinking I wouldn’t find my dress that day (on my first try), and ending up finding the exact dress I had envisioned! Sara and Shae helped make the entire process so smooth and enjoyable!
Danielle F
5.0
7/28/2024
I found my dream dress at bridal beginnings! I worked with Marissa who is so kind, bubbly, energetic, and most understanding consultant. You could tell from the second you met her that she loves her job💕 I went into the expectation that I was not going to find my dress and sure enough I left my first appointment between two stunning dresses. I later went back and made a say yes appointment and cannot wait to get married in my dream dress!!
Kelsey M
5.0
7/26/2024
I had the most memorable experience at Bridal Beginning! My stylist, Marisa, was AMAZING! She was professional, supportive, and incredible at her job! She helped me find the perfect dress. I’d highly recommend Bridal Beginning.
Mackenzie L
5.0
7/26/2024
Bridal Beginning made my first dress shopping experience one to remember! My stylists, Sara and Shae, were absolutely amazing and listened to me when describing what I liked and didn't like in a wedding dress. I cannot say enough good things about them for making this experience so fun. As much as I would love to do it all over again, I won't because I am SO over the moon happy with the dress I said "yes" to! 10/10 recommend.
Rachel P
5.0
7/22/2024
I had the greatest experience at Bridal Beginning! This ended up being my only dress appointment for finding my wedding dress. Laurena was my helper and guide for searching for my wedding dress! She was super personable and helpful. At one point, I was hitting a lull and not feeling it with the 10+ dresses I had tried on so she took me out of the dressing room and had ME pick out what I would like to see on. After that, it hit me unexpectedly once I found my dress on!! Nothing else got me as excited and giddy from then on out. Thank you again to Laurena for being super patient with me during my experience and for making me feel good throughout! I would do it all again instantly and I highly recommend other brides to check out Bridal Beginning! :) <3
Sabrina F
5.0
7/05/2024
I went to Bridal Beginning for the first time ever to try on a wedding gown. I honestly didn’t think I would find anything at store number one, so made two other appointments at other bridal stores in the area the following week. My mom was in town so I wanted her to be there with me for the experience of trying on a gown for the first time. I fell in love with a gown and once I put the veil on made me realize this was the one. Laurena and Jenna made me feel so comfortable and were truly the hype girls you need in a moment like this. I was so glad I found something because I thought I would have the ‘crying and saying this is the one’ moment but I didn’t so I thought to myself ‘is this really the one if I didn’t have that reaction?’ and Laurena cleared up any doubts I was having saying no everyone has that reaction. I picked something that made me feel beautiful and that’s when I knew it was the one when I didn’t want to take it off.
Brooke E
5.0
7/01/2024
I have nothing but amazing things to say about the staff and my experience here. Huge shoutout to Marisa for helping my find the one and making the process easy and fun!
Jordan H
5.0
7/01/2024
Bridal Beginning made what can be a stressful day a comfortable and fun experience. They differentiate themselves from the beginning by having you submit designers and specific styles you are interested in. When you arrive for your appointment, there are looks in the dressing room curated for you. My stylist became a trusted advisor who asked questions and found more dresses based on that feedback – my dress ended up being one that she encouraged me to try on. They have a dress for everyone regardless of body type, budget, and style preferences!
Shannon D
5.0
6/27/2024
After feeling defeated after going to three other bridal salons and trying on countless dresses, I was recommended Bridal Beginning. Laurena was my consultant and wow I don’t have any words to say how amazing she was! We found my dress in just 4 try ons! She made me feel sooo comfortable and not like a burden (I felt like I was being so picky with every dress I tried on). She was so professional and was like my own cheerleader when I found the one! I truly did not expect to find the one here, but thanks to Laurena I did! Bonus that we found it so quickly too! I feel like she was the only consultant (out of the ones I’ve had at the other bridal shops) that actually understood what I liked and what I didn’t like about the dresses and found the perfect one for me! Definitely recommend this shop and Laurena!
Alexis S
5.0
6/27/2024
Laurena & Shae were so amazing and incredibly helpful during my wedding dress shopping consultation! They made me feel so comfortable and everything was ready to go based on my wishlist. I had gone to another bridal boutique in Pittsburgh before my Bridal Beginnings appointment to get a feel for the styles I would like, and ultimately the selection at Bridal Beginnings was unmatched. The experience difference between the boutiques was very eye opening and really showed why Bridal Beginnings is so well loved and sought out.
All the tools and tips that Laurena used really made a difference on how a dress fit and made me feel more confident! I liked all the dresses I tried on but there was always one or two things I would have liked to change to make it THE ONE. After a handful of dresses, Laurena took all my feedback and found me the perfect dress with all the elements I wanted and loved! Not only was trying on the dresses a seamless process, everything after saying yes to the dress was informative and efficient!
Morgan R
5.0
6/27/2024
Bridal Beginnings has the best variety of dresses in the area. They have so many options, it would be hard for a bride not to find her dress here. Marisa helped me find my gown, and was amazing through the entire process! I highly recommend this shop!
Giana R
5.0
6/26/2024
Everyone there is positive, welcoming, and excitable. They really make the dress buying process simple. They make you feel like a show stopper, and they never let you settle for anything less than fabulous! They are not intimidating or forceful when it comes to buying either. They made my special day amazing!
Natalie A
5.0
6/17/2024
Sara & Alaina were so helpful and patient as I tried on many dresses and found the one. They are top-notch professionals. The store has a vast selection and a range of price points. I highly recommend it for all Pittsburgh Brides.
Kasey R
5.0
6/04/2024
From the moment we arrived we were treated with grace, grins and enthusiasm. I went to another well-known bridal boutique in Pittsburgh (Carrick) and the service, experience and selection at Bridal Beginning was night and day. They knew everything about my wedding, location, vibes, gown inspo, etc. and had my Wish List dresses already pulled and ready to go. I had two private rooms, one for changing and one for showing, as well as the front of house where you can walk the gowns in daylight. Sarah and Elaina were magnificent and made me feel beautiful in every gown I tried. Sarah knew every additional dress to pull for me to try simply by what I liked, what worked for me and what I feel didn’t. I almost went with a gown I never would’ve chosen on my own had she not pulled it for me to try. The ladies were not only amazing to me, but my mom and MIL too, even my grandma that I showed gowns to via FaceTime! I want to relive the day all over again. It was magical and the women at Bridal Beginning made it even more special - they felt like friends that were helping choose my gown. I highly suggest Bridal Beginning to any bride looking for their wedding dress! 10/10 for Sarah and Elaina & Bridal Beginning!
Barbara B
5.0
6/04/2024
Fantastic experience at Bridal Beginning! Sara and Alaina were a dream team. I was working with a short time frame and Sara and Alaina made sure every dress I tried on would be available by my wedding date. They quickly got a sense of my style and helped me try on a ton of dresses. I ended up finding my perfect dress and Sara and Alaina graciously stayed late on a Saturday evening so I could get it ordered that day. Highly recommend!
Jennifer F
5.0
5/21/2024
Bridal Beginning exceeded all of my expectations when it came to dress shopping! I usually hate shopping and especially hate trying things on (let alone in a group of people) but all of the women made me feel right at home. Shout out to Kristen to leading me through everything, pulling the most beautiful dresses for me to try, and helping me find the one so quick and easy. I would 100% recommend Bridal Beginning to any bride who is unsure about where to go for their dress (and even accessories) as I had the best experience with them.
Rebecca T
5.0
5/15/2024
I had a really lovely experience with Sabrina. She asked me lots of questions about myself, my fiancé, my venue, and the look I was going for. With every dress she asked me what I liked and didn't like about it, then would pull new dresses that focused on the things I liked. I had a very specific idea of what I wanted when I went in, but after trying several dresses in that style it was clear they weren't actually what I was looking for. Sabrina pulled some completely different looks and I fell in love with one of them! She was also very careful to only pull dresses in my budget. On top of that, I wanted my mom to see the dress I loved, but we were on a tight schedule when she was visiting, so Sabrina very kindly offered to stay after they closed to let me show my mom. That was really above and beyond!
Kelli B
5.0
5/15/2024
My experience with Bridal Beginning was outstanding! After visiting another salon and have a not so great experience, Marisa and Shea made sure to provide me with above and beyond customer service. Everyone at the salon was so welcoming and they allowed me the time to think about the dress I truly wanted. Marisa listened to what I wanted and had so many options for me try on, some of which I wouldn’t have thought to try on. I found my wedding dress with a team who truly cares about each bride and about their vision. I wasn’t rushed at all and they provide so many different settings so that you can see your dress in every type of lighting. They were both so encouraging, kind and personable. They even allowed me to come back with my mom so they I could feel confident in saying yes to my dress. If I could give a 20 star review, I absolutely would! Marisa and Shea, thank you again for the wonderful experience and for making me truly feel like a bride. If you’re looking for a wedding dress shop, make an appointment with Bridal Beginning! You will not regret it!!
Kayla P
4.0
5/05/2024
This was the second bridal store that I had gone to, and I was a little hesitant at first just because it seemed so chaotic in the store itself. I worked with Sabrina, who was super great and helped me find my dream dress. After talking about my venue and vision, she went and grabbed a dress that popped into her head (which is the one that I ended up going with). She was super patient with me and helped me think through what I liked and disliked with each dress that I tried on. With the store itself, I loved that they have you create a wishlist and then they pull those dresses out ahead of time before your appointment. I also loved that they have different lighting settings in the fitting rooms so that you can see what the dress will look like in different times of day. My only complaint is that it didn’t feel super intimate as you could hear other groups’ conversations and the rooms are pretty small when you’re trying on the dresses. I am super happy with my experience and can’t wait to wear my dress!
Whitney M
5.0
4/25/2024
I loved my experience and dress appointment with Sara and Alaina! I am from the Cleveland area and booked an appointment at Bridal Beginning because of the incredible designers they carry. Beautiful gowns! It was a moment I will always remember when I had THE gown on and exclaimed “I say yes to the dress!” with Sara and Alaina joining in on my excitement. Thank you for the great service!
Febe C
5.0
4/09/2024
I’m so thankful to Laurena and Alaina for helping me choose the perfect wedding gown. They are both very attentive and made sure I had the gowns in my wish list prepared before I went into the shop. It also helped that they both showed me what the dresses looked like in white light, reception light, and natural lighting. My dress compliments my natural skin tone and the beading, appliques, and pearl details are just enough to accentuate the gown. I also appreciate them for recommending the perfect veil that should go flawlessly with my gown. I highly recommend Bridal Beginning if you’re looking for a place that has a wide variety of gowns, staff who would go above and beyond and has keen eye for details to make sure that you enjoy your wedding gown shopping experience. I value the girls’ honesty in telling me what style looked best for my body type. They made sure I tried on the gowns that suit my personality. I am also happy that I did not have to spend more than my allotted budget to be able to find the perfect gown. Super excited to wear my wedding dress! 👰🏻♀️ ❤️
Cassandra H
5.0
4/05/2024
Bridal Beginnings was such an amazing experience! In the beginning of my appointment, they asked me about my wedding and what I was looking for in the dress. The very first dress they picked was perfect and brought my mom and I to tears. We tried on a few more to be sure it wasn’t a fluke; which it wasn’t. All in all, Sarah and Alaina were extremely friendly, helpful, and supportive throughout the whole process and made the experience delightful! I have already personally recommended Bridal Beginnings to a couple friends and will continue to do so.
Jenna R
5.0
3/28/2024
I can’t recommend Bridal Beginning enough to everyone! A fairytale experience that made me excited to get married and feel wonderful in my dress.
Maddy A
5.0
3/19/2024
I had the best experience at Bridal Beginnings! I worked with Marisa and she was fantastic! She listened to all my ideas and thoughts and helped me find the most beautiful dress. You could tell this was her passion. I couldn’t recommend this place enough!
Mackenzie K
5.0
3/17/2024
I recently had the most incredible experience at Bridal Beginning and I cannot express enough gratitude to the owners and staff of Bridal Beginning. The Olivos (owners) are amazing, and Kristen Alaina were a joy to work with. If you want to find THE dress, go to Bridal Beginning.
I traveled from Atlanta, GA and it was well worth it. From the moment I walked through the door, the staff's expertise and kindness shone through. They listened to my wishes and guided me to the perfect dress with professionalism and ease. What truly stood out was the team's unwavering support and encouragement. They made me feel confident every step of the way!
The quality of the dresses at Bridal Beginning was outstanding, further reinforcing the boutique's commitment to excellence. I could tell the quality of the dresses from the moment I put them on.
I am immensely grateful to the team at Bridal Beginning for their expertise, kindness, and making my dream dress a reality!
Nataly L
5.0
3/14/2024
Bridal Beginning was our first and last stop when shopping last week. I did not expect to love a dress so much and knew I couldn't pass up the comfort that we felt there. Marisa was patient when choosing different styles, found pieces that she knew I would feel most comfortable in, and ended up below budget (without trying)! Would definitely recommend!
Abbie B
5.0
3/07/2024
I had the absolute best time finding my dress at Bridal Beginning. I got the pleasure of working with Laurena! She could not have been more helpful, she made me feel so comfortable and I only had to tell her the smallest details about my wedding and general ideas of what I was looking for in a dress for her to absolutely nail it! Every single dress I tried on was exactly my “mood board” of what I was imagining myself in for my day! My appointment lasted three hours, and she just made it so easy to find my dream dress as well as my jewelry, my veil and my gloves. I just had the best time and I truly can’t say enough amazing things about Laurena! my mom also happened to get her dress at Bridal beginning when she got married, so it was so fun to go back in for me to find my dress there!!
Melissa P
5.0
3/06/2024
My experience was fantastic at Bridal Beginning. My appointment was at the end of the day and I had already been shopping all day. My vision was confusing by that point but Sara was so, so patient with me. Never did I feel rushed and at no point did she make me feel like I was impossible to please (even though at a point I think I was). The personal "show" room was private and had comfy chairs for my friends/Mom.
To also note, Sara also was EXPERT in getting me in and out of a dress -- my friend started to time it and we were in and out of a dress and on to the next in 90 seconds! That allowed for me to quickly try on many styles. At the end of the appointment and maybe 30 dresses later, I said yes to the dress! Highly recommend and they have a million options.
Alissa R
5.0
2/22/2024
I cannot recommend Bridal Beginning enough for those who are wedding dress shopping in Pittsburgh. I was lucky enough to have Sara as my consultant and she was amazing. I highly recommend her to any bride-to-be. She made me feel so comfortable and was amazing at taking my feedback. She was amazing at understanding what I was looking for and helped me find the perfect dress. In fact, the dress I ended up getting was the second one I tried on and Sara noticed I kept referring to the dress and how I felt in it. Everyone there is so knowledgeable and made my experience so special.
Emily M
5.0
2/17/2024
Bridal Beginning makes the bridal gown search experience smooth and amazing!
Sara was great with her knowledge and honesty! I did not feel forced to buy from here but felt reassured they had the perfect dress for me! Highly recommend to shop here to find the perfect fit
Michelle G
5.0
2/15/2024
I had without a doubt the BEST experience at Bridal Beginning! The staff was incredible, especially Marisa who was absolutely wonderful. The options were incredible and endless. I would recommend this bridal store to everyone!!
Kelsey T
5.0
2/13/2024
Best experience ever! It was my
One and only bridal salon I went to and I’m glad I didn’t waste my time anywhere else. I had Kristen and she was flawless. I felt amazing in everything she pulled. She listened to my opinions and helped me tremendously with my decision. It was a wonderful experience and I highly recommend it. There wasn’t a single dress I tried on that wasn’t beautiful.
Sarah R
5.0
2/08/2024
Laurena was seriously awesome to work with. She pulled dresses I would've never tried on and I ended up finding my DREAM dress here because of her help.
Ashley T
5.0
2/08/2024
Absolutely in love with my dress exactly what I was looking for speak and modern!
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