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Welcome to Pittsburgh's only sustainably chic bridal consignment boutique! Why should something so gorgeous only be worn once? We offer savvy shoppers the unique opportunity to purchase current and recent styles from designer brands at friendly prices in a fun, relaxed, and approachable environment. Committed to sustainability and built for laid back brides looking for a special shopping experience, Bridal Maven offers a wide selection of gowns at a variety of price points, with 90% of our selection falling between $500- $2000. We have over 300 gowns in sizes from 00-28 and accept consignments year round from recent styles in all sizes! Our gowns are a mix of unworn sample gowns, consigned gowns that are new with tags or once-loved and dry cleaned. Shopping off the rack alleviates stress about ordering time lines and supply chains, differences in how the sample looks vs what comes in, and means you won't have to wonder how it will fit! You can find your dream dress at a great price and take it home the same day! Bridal Maven is by appointment only and located in Dormont, PA just south of Pittsburgh. Book your appointment on our website today, and let us make gown shopping easy for you!
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Accessories
- Hair Accessories
- Flower Crowns
- Headbands
- Pins, Combs & Clips
- Veils
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- Woman-owned Business
Dresses
- Wedding Dresses
Fashion Services
- Bridal Stylists
- Plus Size Available
- Private Appointments Available
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Bridal Maven is a great place if you are looking for beautiful & affordable wedding dresses! They are size inclusive & offer various styles. I was worried that I wouldn’t find my dress because all the dresses are “one of a kind”, but i found my dream dress! The staff were very friendly and helpful with my experience. They also sent me a list of recommendations for alterations. They were very easy to communicate with and it was very easy to get an appointment. Also, you cannot beat the price! I would recommend this place to all of my friends!
Great selection, prices and help from the owner. The dresses were in great condition and the overall experience was relaxing and informative. Definitely worth checking out.
I had a fantastic experience with Bridal Maven. As a plus size girl, I was extremely nervous about finding a wedding dress that complimented my body and curves. Sarah’s warm demeanor eased my anxiety going into the appointment. She listened to my concerns about my body type and did a fantastic job selecting dresses that would compliment my body figure! It was such a positive experience and I felt like a princess on my wedding day! I highly recommend Bridal Maven to any bride but especially plus size girlies who want a helpful but non judgmental place to explore dress options!
"Heck yes, I found the dress!"
Shopping for a dress at Bridal Maven was a wonderful experience. My mom, aunt, cousin, and I had so much fun.
From the beginning, they took the time to learn about my personal style and vision for the wedding. We quickly picked out a few gown to try different styles and from there. Shopping for a dress felt easy and seamless, and I was thrilled when we found "the one". They even helped me find a veil to complement the beauty of the dress.
I highly recommend Bridal Maven to any brides shopping on a budget for a standout gown. They have an amazing selection and I got everything I was looking for–a train, beautiful lace, winter wedding aesthetic, etc.
Sara was amazing and helped me find the perfect dress! She was very kind and attentive, and made me feel comfortable. Highly recommend Bridal Maven!
Sara was so kind and helpful! The dresses were amazing and very reasonably priced. The fact that I was able to purchase a dress that would have otherwise gone to waste makes it even better. Cannot recommend Bridal Maven enough to any brides that want a more sustainable option.
Bridal Maven was my favorite dress shopping experience in Pittsburgh. For context, I am not someone who knew exactly what I was looking for, and the idea of being in the spotlight trying on formal dresses and making decisions is not my idea of a fun day. It was my first appointment and best overall! Hannah quickly helped me understand what I was liking and not liking about dresses, I loved that she involved me in the selection process, and it was clear that she has tons of experience and expertise. From making me feel comfortable in the dressing room to adjusting dresses to fit my specific proportions, compared to my other experiences, Hannah’s demeanor and support eased my anxiety and helped me get excited. The store itself also just has a lovely, relaxed vibe that makes a potentially stressful process much easier. After my second visit I walked away with a fabulous, unique dress at an awesome price, and I feel good about buying something used and supporting a small business. Win win win win! I will absolutely be recommending Bridal Maven to any future brides in my life.
I had such a great experience finding the perfect dress at Bridal Maven! Sarah was wonderful to work with- she tuned into my style quickly and was so attentive and kind. I never felt pressured to make a purchase and she respected my budget, which was a big concern for me when starting to look for a dress. The selection was great- so many high quality dresses under and over $1k and very well organized so it made finding options a breeze once you narrow down size and style. I would 100% recommend Bridal Maven!
Found the dress of my dreams and couldn’t have done it without Sara. She looked at my inspo photos ahead of time and pulled the perfect dress! What a wonderful experience - highly recommend this boutique!
Sarah was very professional and knowledgeable. She knew what I liked better than I did within the first 10 minutes of our appointment. She was patient and pulled dresses so accurately based off my reactions to each dress. The price range is incredibly affordable and the selection is well organized and has so many styles. I love the unique and sustainable nature of this shop. I would recommend it to anyone getting married in the area 🩷🤍
Hannah was absolutely wonderful to work with and I would highly recommend Bridal Maven! Hannah took into account what I was looking for but also provided suggestions on what other dresses might be worth giving a try. She was so kind and easy to work with and I would suggest Bridal Maven to anyone looking for a supportive environment to shop for their wedding dress. It was truly a wonderful experience!
Hannah is an absolute gem. I had my appointment last weekend and it was the perfect experience. Hannah helped me find a dress that I didn't know I could love so much. Hannah was attentive, and most importantly, made me feel so comfortable! Consignment shops are sustainable and affordable, what more could you want?! 10/10 experience, I recommend Bridal Maven to any bride-to-be's! (:
Bridal Maven was the perfect place to find my bridal gown. The staff was kind and helpful and they gave me plenty of time to decide on my dress. They listened to what I liked and were very welcoming. They made this experience very comfortable and enjoyable.
Extremely helpful in finding my gown! Felt extremely comfortable and heard throughout the entire process. I ended up choosing the very first gown that Sara had already pulled before I even arrived! I cannot recommend Bridal Maven enough for an amazing experience.
Wonderful experience with a very hospitalable host. Great selection of dresses and reasonably priced. I would highly recommend.
I purchased a wedding dress from another boutique and lost 40+ lbs and of course it was non exchangeable. The women at Bridal Maven not only helped me find my dream dress but helped me consign my old dress. Everyone was super professional and helpful.
I love a sustainable clothing option, so it only made sense that I chose the same for my wedding dress. Sara was patient and helpful to all my questions, offered options that were in line with my style, and provided recommendations for alterations. It was a perfect day and I would love to live this day all over again!
I had a great experience at Bridal Maven! They were my first choice to find a wedding dress because I really appreciate the twice-loved approach to a dress that I'm only going to wear once. The appointment process was easy - they even ask for a link to your Pinterest board to get a sense of what you are looking for. I was worried selection might be limited, but I couldn't have been more wrong! There were many, many dresses in my low price range, size, and style. Sara took care of me during my appointment and really paid attention to my taste and style. I would definitely recommend visiting Bridal Maven for your wedding dress!
Sara was so helpful! I love that she showed me around so that I could look at dresses too! Great experience and I found the most amazing dress! Can't wait to wear it on my big day in 5 months! :)
If you’re a bride on a budget, short on time, or just want a great dress shopping experience, GO HERE! Being a plus size bride, it was such a sigh of relief feeling comfortable and accepted from the moment I walked in. Hannah was knowledgeable and extremely helpful with narrowing down what I was envisioning from the huge stock of dresses they have. She listened to my concerns and explained how things could be accomplished during alterations. She even gave me a great list of seamstresses after finding my DREAM dress. I didn’t think it was possible but I found the PERFECT one. Thank you so much! <3
Hannah was amazing and helped me find a beautiful dress for my wedding! They have so many dresses for all price ranges and a variety of styles to fit all vibes! Can’t say enough good things!!
I had a one hour appointment with Hannah the owner and she knocked it out of the park. She had me in so many different dresses, took my opinions into consideration instantly and was funny and kind to boot. I found the dress of my dreams and got a totally unexpected discount from an in store promotion! My family and friends were able to join in via zoom and everyone had great things to say about the experience. I can’t say enough good things about Bridal Maven and Hannah!
I wish I could give more than 5 stars! My sister and I got a dream experience in which we both got to shop for wedding dresses together. From the time we entered to the time we left (with 2 wedding dresses), we felt extremely welcomed and had a great customer experience. Sara made sure my preferences were heard and that I felt nothing less than beautiful. I was unsure of what style gown I wanted, so she pulled choices for me and through asking which I liked from each dress, she was able to help me found my dream dress. I would recommend Bridal Maven to anyone!
I had an amazing experience at Bridal Maven. The selection was great and Sara was incredibly helpful. She made the experience fun, exciting, and stress free!
They were professional, very nice, and helped me find the perfect dress! They have an amazing selection to go through.
I worked with both Sara and Hannah, both of which were absolutely fantastic! I had mentioned a dress I liked in my appointment booking and Sara was able to grab a few dresses that fit that style, one of which being the one I purchased upon return later that week!! The dress was actually brand new, but was a sample from another boutique which was an exciting bonus too!
The staff is just so down to earth and make a relatively overwhelming process quite fun! Thank you for everything!! :)
I had such a great experience getting my dress here. Everyone was so friendly and helpful. Not pushy at all. The dressing room and the Emerald room were spacious and really nice. My dress ended up being a sample dress so it had never even been worn!
I found my dream dress at bridal maven! One of the first inspiration pictures I found online was the dress I purchased at bridal maven. It was meant to be that I wanted a sustainable and affordable dress and found it there! Sara who styled me was amazing-so supportive, very informative (about alterations and wedding venues), and just fun! One of the other stylists also jumped in and was very helpful too. It was a great experience, and I highly recommend sustainable options and bridal maven. Don't forget them either for accessories!
Bridal Maven had an amazing selection and helped me find the perfect dress way under my budget. After trying on a few dresses, they were able to figure out my style pretty quickly and ended up pulling THE dress for me! I also really appreciated that everyone who worked there was very nice and didn't pressure me at all to make a decision.
Everyone at Bridal Maven was so nice, welcoming, and enthusiastic! I mostly worked with Gianna, but the other ladies there helped out as well! We toyed around with different styles a bit and they did a great job at pulling gowns that fit my descriptions and were able to tweak pulled dresses based on my thoughts of ones I had already tried on. I feel like we did a complete 180 with styles and they were able to find me my perfect dress! They were all so supportive and helpful throughout the entire process and able to answer any question that I came up with. I can’t recommend them enough. I also love that this is a consignment/sample sale shop as it is more environmentally friendly!
I had almost purchased a dress through a large chain store, and I'm so glad I found this place! Sara was amazing and asked me questions to find out what I really wanted. Each dress I tried on got me closer to what I liked, and I ended up with the dress of my dreams that makes me feel amazing. I wholeheartedly recommend going to this shop.
Bridal Maven made finding a beautiful dress quick and fun. Thank you for the down to earth, refreshing, stress free and delightful experience finding the perfect wedding dress Sara!!❤️
I had the BEST experience at Bridal Maven. Sara was excellent and quickly found exactly what I was looking for. It was a very supportive environment. I love my dress and can't wait to wear it on my wedding day. I also love that you walk out dress in hand!
I had an absolutely wonderful experience at Bridal Maven! Sara was incredibly helpful and helped me to find a dress I love. Plus my dress fits like a glove and I need minimal altering which is great because I’m having a last minute elopement. They have a huge selection of gowns and I didn’t feel limited in my options even though it was a second hand consignment shop. Definitely would recommend to anyone looking for a unique and affordable dress.
I had a wonderful experience here today! Sara was awesome! I called the day before as my gram was in town and I seen a dress online that I loved and they got me right in! She was super nice and helpful! I am so happy and excited to have found my dress!
I can't say enough good things about Bridal Maven! They have a fantastic selection of gorgeous dresses, the shop is very nice, and they had a ton of bridal accessories as well. Sara was truly amazing and helped me find a ton of dresses that I loved. The try on process was so fun, and I ultimately went home with my dream dress which was an unaltered sample dress! This is the only place I went to and I fell completely in love with the first dress I tried on. I highly, highly recommend Bridal Maven. You won't be disappointed!
Fantastic shop to work with, the staff was lovely, the selection was amazing and the prices we outstanding! So many dresses to choose from and I was able to find "the one". I can't thank Sara and the other ladies enough. I'm gonna send all my friends to Bridal Maven! 💗
I am tearing up just thinking about the phenomenal experience I had with Sara at Bridal Maven! I had wanted to find my dress here since before I even got engaged, partially because sustainability is important to me and partially because I love the inclusivity that the shop is passionate about. I shopped with my dad and sister, and Sara was very kind but firm when setting boundaries for how the appointment would go (eg, not letting everyone run wild and pick dresses at random). She had looked at my pinterest board and had a very clear idea regarding what I wanted, but wasn’t afraid to suggest dresses that were a bit different than what I would have initially liked. She was extremely helpful during the try-on process, asking what specifically I liked and disliked, and why I thought I liked those things, which really helped guide our search. When we got to the end of my appointment, I was having trouble committing to the dress I ended up purchasing. I lost my mom earlier this year, and before she passed, we looked at a different dress I loved online. I thought I would need to try on that specific dress before really deciding, and Sara immediately started searching for other stores in the area that might have it, which was so kind. She (along with my family) helped me realize how much I loved the dress I ended up purchasing and reconcile with the fact that my mom would have loved it too. Thank you Sara and Bridal Maven!!
My experience at Bridal Maven was absolutely amazing! Sarah really listened to what I wanted and brought me options that were exactly what I was looking for. The store was gorgeous and had so many great options, plus I love supporting up-cycling and giving things a new life. I 10/10 recommend Bridal Maven :)
Got my dress here. We had a great experience. Lots of great and unique selections. Very helpful on what dresses will be able to be altered for you. Sara was great and super personable.
It was wonderful to come here! Planning my dress appointment was stressful, because I had a bunch of people I wanted to attend with me, and all the while she was calm and accommodating. She made me feel very comfortable when I was so jittery about this critical part of the marriage process! She has a website which shows samples of what's in the store, which was very helpful as I was able to get a sense of both styles and price ranges available before I even set foot in the store. In my personal story, I actually purchased one of the sample dresses during the sample sale (which she graciously extended to us two days after it ended, since I had brought in a screenshot of the dress I went with), so I got my dress for around $525. So not only did I have a beautiful experience with my friends and family, but got an amazing deal and even a recommendation for a good place to get some bras fitted (just in conversation while I tried on dresses). Thanks for the help!
They spend the time to talk to you to really get a vibe of what your going for. The first dresses that she picked for me to try one was the one! They are great for both lower or higher budgets. I can’t thank them enough for all of their help on such short notice.
I was referred to Bridal Maven by a friend who also purchased their dress here. Sara was so fun to work with and I was so lucky that Hannah was also with us. I felt like we were playing dress up the entire time. I felt like they heard what I wanted but I also was open to suggestions - so naturally I left with a dress that I did not think I would even be remotely interested in (lol) and it was at their suggesting that I “maybe just try this one”! But it did have the one major characteristic I was looking for so I just really felt like they helped me be creative & still work with my original vision. So yeah, they know their stuff. Such an amazing team. I also love the sustainability of consignment. Love love love Bridal Maven.
Also, it’s worth mentioning that the shop is SO cute and Dormont is a sweet little area. Definitely checkout the locations nearby!
I went to a few different stores, but this was by far my favorite. Sara was incredible; she was the perfect hype woman but also offered solid advice. She knew exactly what I wanted based off my description- it was actually difficult to narrow it down because I loved so many. I think Bridal Maven is so underrated- I was happy to walk out with my perfect dress today.
I love consignment shops so when choosing my first stop for wedding dress shopping, I knew I had to visit Bridal Maven and I’m so glad I did! Not only were her selections of wedding dresses gorgeous but Hannah was wonderful to work with and so knowledgeable with dresses and style recommendations!
I absolutely loved my experience and found a great dress!
I am still in awe of my experience over the weekend at Bridal Maven. Earlier that day, I had been at David's Bridal trying on dresses. The woman assisting me had multiple other appointments at the same time and was not truly listening to what I wanted. There was little to no privacy and a much smaller selection than what I had imagined. I left disappointed and with low expectations. When I arrived at Bridal Maven, it took about 2 seconds for me to realize it would be an entirely different experience than earlier. The staff was so attentive, kind, helpful, and truly seemed to understand exactly what I was looking for. They went above and beyond for me. If you are looking for a private, personalized, and enjoyable experience, Bridal Maven is it! They have a great selection of stunning gowns for affordable prices. Thank you, Bridal Maven, for exceeding far beyond my expectations and for helping me find the perfect dress for me. I am so appreciative!
wonderful experience working with Sara
The prices for the quality of the gowns sold at Bridal Maven are unrivaled. Hannah is so kind and helpful. She squeezed me in last minute for an appointment and worked with my stylist Sara to help me find the dress of my dreams. The best benefit is that with the shop being smaller, they only take one appointment at a time so you get all of the attention you deserve! They were patient while I talked with a seamstress to ensure that the alterations I desired were possible and even helped me to find the perfect accessories for the look I was going for. I have also worked with this shop to consign a dress and the process was so easy. I would highly recommend Bridal Maven to any bride!
We had a wonderful shopping experience with Sara! Making an appointment was easy, and they were great about sending reminder emails. I shared my inspiration board and Sara looked at it before the appointment, asked some great questions about my wedding and likes/dislikes to understand my style, and REALLY listened. We were the only people in the store, so I felt very comfortable trying on and talking with my guests I brought. I liked getting to look at the dresses, but I also loved that Sara pulled more for me to try, and her pull ended up being the winner! Such a great variety of dresses, great prices, and nothing beats taking my dress home with me the same day!
I had the BEST experience at Bridal Maven. There were so many dresses to choose from and so many great options. Hannah and Sarah were so helpful in helping narrow down what I wanted, and I felt like they really understood the vibe I was going for. I really wanted to shop secondhand for my gown so that I could keep my wedding a little more sustainable, and I’m so glad I was able to find a dress that I absolutely love without sacrificing style or blowing my budget. I’m obsessed with this shop and have told all my friends about it.
This was my first dress appointment so I was a bit nervous, but Bridal Mavens' environment was so welcoming. They are excellent at what they do and I ended up finding my dress. So happy I went with them first!
Bridal Maven was perfect for what I was looking for. I had an idea in my mind just as soon as I tried that dress on, I didn’t like that style and Sara was quick to switch ideas and move to the next style. A smooth process and I would recommend to anyone who’s looking for a local shop and also save a penny or two.
I was not sure what to expect before going into Bridal Maven, but I had so many people suggest it that I had to go see for myself. It was such a wonderful experience, and I ended up finding THE dress. The selection at Bridal Maven is top-notch, and Sara was absolutely wonderful to work with. Highly recommend checking it out! You never know what gem of a wedding dress you might come across. ◡̈
I am so glad I decided to do my fitting at Bridal Maven. I was so intimidated by the process of dress shopping and was unsure of what to expect, but bridal stylist, Sara, explained everything and made the experience much more comfortable and enjoyable than I ever could have expected it could be. The shop is so lovely and has a perfect setup for friends and family to sit. There is good lighting to view your dress in with large mirrors. One of the best parts about Bridal Maven is that there are not other fittings going on simultaneously, like larger bridal shops typically do which made it much more enjoyable, less stressful, and private. All the dresses Bridal Maven offered were so unique and yet, affordable! There was a good variety of dress types and styles. I highly recommend this as a first stop for anyone beginning dress shopping, you won't be disappointed!
Bridal Maven was the second shop I went to in search of my wedding dress, and I had the most amazing experience! My Stylist was Sara and she was so wonderful and pleasant and made me and my family feel so welcome!!!! I found my Wedding dress after only trying on 2-3 dresses! And at a very good price! Sara was so great and comforting I will be recommending Bridal Maven to everyone I could possibly tell!!! They have so many BEAUTIFUL portions for all sizes in a great price range! The shop itself was so beautiful and felt very welcoming! Such great vibes❤️
I found my wedding dress for an amazing price! It was the first one I tried on! I didn’t even look anywhere else. I believe in consignment and reusing/thrifting! Sara was an amazing bridal consultant and made my mom and I feel so welcome! Would recommend Bridal Maven to anyone!
I loved my experience with Bridal Maven! My stylist was Sara and she was so pleasant and helpful and made me feel very comfortable throughout the appointment.
I went to Bridal Maven as my first (and as it turns out, only) wedding gown shopping appointment. I originally anticipated just looking around to find an idea of what I wanted but didn't think I would find my wedding dress. As it turns out, the second dress I tried on was THE ONE and I fell head over heels in love with it. Sara offered her recommendations on alterations and gave me the number of a tailor which was also very helpful.
I also just love the concept of the store, wedding dresses can be so expensive for just wearing it one time, so I love that brides can buy their dresses at a more affordable price and can consign their dresses after the wedding. It saves us all money, it's better for the environment, and the dresses are just as beautiful as when they are brand new.
I highly recommend Bridal Maven for your wedding dress and accessory needs!!
I couldn’t have asked for a better experience while shopping for a wedding dress. The stylist was professional, helpful, kind, and supportive. I went into the appointment not feeling confident about the way I looked, but we only talked about what size dress I needed once, and she took care of finding dresses in the correct size for the rest of the appointment and I didn’t think about it again. She stayed in my price range and offered all different styles of dresses but quickly ruled out the ones that I wasn’t comfortable in or didn’t compliment my body type. The dresses were affordable as well. Overall I would suggest the bridal maven to any bride looking for a wedding dress.
I had such an amazing experience here! Sara was extremely personable, patient, funny, and kind! The whole experience felt so personal and special and they have a GORGEOUS selection of dresses. 11/10 experience. I LOVE MY DRESS!!! ❤️
I had a great experience at Bridal Maven! There was a great selection of dresses and the stylists really understood what I was looking for. I showed them some photos of what I'd liked previously and they brought a dress out from the back that was perfect! A great sustainable (and budget friendly) option!
Hannah was incredible!! She was so kind and so much fun to work with! She made us feel so comfortable every step of the way, she has a ton of knowledge of wedding dresses, we knew we were in good hands. The dresses were beautiful and so affordable! I had pretty specific ideas in mind and I found the perfect dress at Bridal Maven, and it was under budget! Could not recommend this place more!
I cannot recommend Bridal Maven enough! I have been trying to make eco-conscious planning decisions for our wedding, so I was thrilled to find such an amazing bridal consignment shop in Pittsburgh. We have a longer engagement, so I have been following the Bridal Maven Instagram account for quite some time leading up to my appointment - I feel like I got to know the owner, Hannah, before I even got to meet her! She was so patient with me during the appointment as I went through the whole spectrum of gown options (from full ball gowns to sleek and fitted...lol). She helped guide me through all the beautiful dresses I tried on and decide on the one that perfectly fit my vision. She knew the exact moment to add a veil and flowers to pull it all together and that's when I knew!
Her shop has options in so many styles, sizes, and price ranges, and she made me feel so comfortable. Looking forward to scheduling an accessory appointment when our wedding day gets closer so I can find the perfect veil!
Thank you again for such a wonderful experience!
I had a wonderful experience. I had put off finding my dress, and felt very nervous as the pressure of the big day was looming closer and closer. I wanted to find a dress that made me feel amazing... and I found "the dress" plus a vail and a headpiece that were stunning. Hannah was very welcoming and made me feel super comfortable. I highly recommend Bridal Maven, its good for the environment, good for your wallet and good for you because they are amazing!
I had such a great time! Hannah took the time to listen to what I was looking for, and she immediately had great suggestions. It felt like she really got to know my style throughout the appointment. I found my perfect dress, and it's all the better that it's sustainable and affordable. :)
I had an amazing time at Bridal Macen! There are tons of dresses there with plenty of choices to work with any style and budget- more than you see at the online store and definitely worth an appointment! Hannah was amazing and great at helping me choose gowns that suited my tastes. I felt pampered, the appointment was focused on making sure I was happy, and Hannah really listened to what I envisioned. A fantastic experience!
Hannah was amazing!! Her inventory is current and diverse, so you can find almost any style you're looking for. It was important to me to find a bridal consignment shop to support circular fashion and stay within budget. The vibe of the shop is very comfortable and laid-back. The best part was that Hannah is very knowledgeable. You can tell she has been in the industry with a lot of experience and connections. Thanks, Hannah for all your help!
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