About this vendor
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!
Details
Accessories
- Hair Accessories
- Flower Crowns
- Headbands
- Pins, Combs & Clips
- Veils
Business Attributes
- Woman-owned Business
Dresses
- Wedding Dresses
Fashion Services
- Bridal Stylists
- Plus Size Available
- Private Appointments Available
Awards and Affiliations
3-Time 'Best of Weddings'
2026.2025.2024.
Best of Weddings
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This was an amazing experience. My family and I came in and felt so comfortable communicating the vibes and or lack of being completely sure of anything she did a great job of pull...
ing options the met the vibe and building on that. Every dress I felt she really listened to what I did and didn't like and was able to read between the lines of my I'm not sure it's not bad just maybe's. They did amazing including my daughter in helping me with accessories and made it a great memory for us. I was so happy to shop and support a local business while finding a dress that was perfectly the vibe and somehow not what I had pictured but everything I wanted in that moment. I can't wait to wear it on my big day. I would definitely recommend them to any of my friends or family.
I had a wonderful experience at Bridal Maven from start to finish. Their website and social media are so helpful and they do a great job of keeping their inventory up to date. Maki...
ng an appointment was easy, they sent timely reminders, and had tips on how to prepare. Hannah was great to work with. She had dresses ready upon my arrival and took me around their boutique to get a sense of my style. I was a bit indecisive and she patiently asked helpful questions to get to know me more and understand the vibe of my wedding. Hannah also gave helpful insight on alterations and provided a list of recommended tailors. I'm very happy with my purchase.
I truly couldn’t say enough words about how great my experience at Bridal Maven was. I went to Bridal Maven after I saw so many great reviews, and I didn’t have time to wait months...
for a dress to come in. They did not disappoint! The first dress I tried on just so happened to be the one I left with that day! Hannah was such a pleasure to work with and never pressured me to make a decision! She listened to what I liked and pull stunning dresses for me to try on! They definitely have something for everyone! Dress shopping can be stressful but Hannah made my experience so enjoyable. I would highly recommend Bridal Maven!
I live close by and wanted to support a local business. This was my first time wedding dress shopping and after speaking with the consultant she already had some ideas of what to t...
ry. I'm a plus sized woman and was a little apprehensive, but after only trying on 5 dresses I found the one. Excellent, speedy service and the staff were awesome! Definitely check this place out if you don't want to break the bank hunting for a beautiful dress!
Absolutely amazing! Everyone was so kind and ensured I was happy and confident during this time. The dresses are all beautiful and well-kept as well.
I bought my dress at Bridal Maven and had a wonderful experience! I got my dream dress at a very affordable price. Sara was very helpful and made the process very easy.
I had an amazing experience at Bridal Maven. It was the first place I went to look for a wedding dress & I had no idea what type of dress I wanted. I thought it was going to be a l...
ong and arduous process, but I walked out with my beautiful gown the same day! I also got a veil there since I was able to try some on with the dress. I’m so happy I found this boutique because i love their mission & supporting local businesses.
It was a fun, comfortable & stress free environment. My stylist Ryn gave me various types of dresses to try, listened to my feedback & was extremely helpful to help me narrow it down. I happen to be there on small business Saturday so on top of the affordable prices, I also got some special deals! I highly recommend going here!!
They are sweet and delightful to work with, dresses are wonderful selection and at half the price they are a steal.
Bridal Maven was the first bridal shop I had ever gone to. I tried another and ended up returning to buy my dress at BM. They have a great selection within my budget of under $1000...
. Found it much more comfortable and less overwhelming than going to a bigger store. All the staff were personable and helped bring my vision to life. Highly recommend if trying to shop for a dress on a lower budget and get a comfortable and high quality experience.
BEYOND happy with my experience at Bridal Maven. I had gone to a few other well known, larger boutiques and did not have the best experiences. Sara found my dress for me as a "Wild...
card" and it was just meant to be! I hadn't even seen it when I was looking- she found it for me! I would highly recommend this boutique- affordable, excellent customer service and a beautiful selection. As a plus sized bride- this was very helpful!
After trying a few boutiques and bigger-name wedding dress shops, I found Bridal Maven. Not only did I find my dress right away, Sara was kind, supportive, and helpful throughout t...
he entire process. She sent ideas to me beforehand so that she could have a few options pulled when I got there, and she had helpful ideas for styling. I cannot recommend Bridal Maven enough!! Their selection is diverse, their store is comfortable, and Sara was a pleasure to work with. I am so excited to get married in this dress!!
Bridal Maven was my first and only stop when wedding dress shopping because I found my dress here!
I went into the appointment overwhelmed by style options and wasn’t sure what I...
was looking for. Sara was helpful in asking questions to narrow down what I may be interested in. She was professional and patient and listened to my feedback on each dress and was fantastic at narrowing down what I may like even though I had no clue what I wanted until I tried on THE dress that felt like me.
I also appreciated the private appointment as it was quiet and calm. The dresses are off the rack, so I appreciated being able to take the dress home same day.
My dress was beautiful and I truly felt like a bride on my wedding day. I would definitely recommend Bridal Maven for anyone wedding dress shopping!
Bridal Maven was awesome! It was easy to book an appointment and they reached out beforehand to find out what my style was. When I arrived they already had my favorite dresses read...
y to try on. The first dress I tried on was perfect! They continued to look for the best dress for me but nothing beat the first dress! So thankful for Bridal Maven helping me find the perfect dress for my budget.
My experience at Bridal Maven was nothing short of incredible. Booking my appointment with them was super simple, and Sara reached out beforehand to get an idea of what type of dre...
ss I was looking for. She had my top picks all ready for me when I arrived, but I actually ended up going with one she pulled for me! She gave me all the time I needed in each dress, while still keeping things on track. She also was very transparent about what each item would cost me, and I ended up buying a dress right within my budget. I would highly recommend Bridal Maven to anyone ready to find their perfect wedding dress!
Everything about my experience with Bridal Maven was excellent from start to finish! Booking the appointment online was super easy, and Sara reached out a few days in advance to se...
nd me some options to get a better feel for what I was looking for. I felt Sara really took the time to understand what I was looking for and made very thoughtful suggestions at my appointment. I also really appreciated how transparent and knowledgeable she was while also not creating any pressure! I walked out with my dress that day, and have already made arrangements with one of the recommended alterations contacts. The whole process has felt fun and stress free and I’m so thankful I chose them so that I could say heck yes to my dress!
Sara was so awesome to work with and I'm IN LOVE with my dress :) she took great care of me and really helped me find what I was looking for - can't recommend them enough!
I worked with Sara and she was great! Bridal Maven only allows 1 bride at a time so that whole hour was dedicated to just me. She had a few dresses picked out based on my style and...
helped me find the one! Would highly recommend!
I was so impressed with Sara’s professionalism and how well she understood my style. I tried on probably 15 dresses and the one I got was her pull! I’d recommend this store to eve...
ryone. They had all different styles and sizes. Also, my dress was well within budget and was never worn. 10/10 experience and I’m in love with my dress.
Bridal Maven was absolutely incredible! I found a wonderful dress for a great price! I love being able to find a sustainable option in a not so sustainable industry! Sara was very ...
well informed, lovely in helping me find a dress in my price point, and keeping in mind my preferences. Bridal Maven had a surprisingly great selection for how low my budget was! Highly recommend!
First I have to talk about the amazing experience I had at Bridal Maven! This was my first time shopping for a wedding gown. And I was extremely nervous espically being a plus size...
bride! But Bridal Maven helped me feel comfortable and beautiful! They helped answer all my questions,and I never felt rushed! I was able to find the dress of my dreams,and I recommend Bridal Maven for all brides!!
This was my very first experience dress shopping and I went in with no expectations to find “the dress” and thought I would just be dipping my toe in the water. However I found the...
perfect dress and veil to go with it. I went in and didn’t know what I wanted but Sara listened to everything I did and didn’t like when helping me choose dresses to try on and was up front when dresses were out of my price range or had been previously altered before I tried them on. She was very patient even with my over bearing mom who tried to go picking gowns off the racks lol. This has been the only experience during my wedding planning process so far that has NOT been stressful. You get the entire shop to yourself and your guests for the entire hour and I wasn’t rushed when I went a couple minutes over my appointment time. I could not recommend Bridal Maven or Sara enough
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 d...
ress 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 demean...
or 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 ti...
me 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 ev...
en 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 fe...
lt 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 accurat...
ely 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 at...
tentive, 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 w...
ere 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 befor...
e 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 helpe...
d 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 w...
ear 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 go...
od 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 wa...
s 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 lef...
t (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. M...
y 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 sustainab...
le 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.
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1443 Potomac Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
