Bridals by Elena

I had an amazing experience at Bridals by Elena. Elena was super patient with me when I couldn’t decide between 2 dresses. I went back 4 times! I ended up choosing a beautiful Essence of Australia Gown and a matching cathedral veil and Elena added some custom straps to my gown. The alterations process was great, I had several alterations that needed to be done because I kept losing weight. At the end, everything was absolutely perfect. I highly recommend Bridals by Elena!

I came to Bridals by Elena without any specific idea of what kind of dress I wanted. Frances was my consultant and I am SO thankful she was! The gown I ended up purchasing was one that she picked out for me. She listened to what I had in mind and wow, did she deliver!! She made me feel so comfortable in every dress I tried on, but was honest with me when I asked her opinion. She had me crying (happy tears!) and laughing. She was amazing and I would recommend this shop and her to anyone getting married!

I went to Elana's because my niece had gotten her wedding gown from there, and she was insistent that I go. I had actually settled on a dress at a different salon. Boy, am I glad I went. I actually said yes to the dress with the first selection that was chosen for me. Frances was the best! She was warm, truthful, and personable. She didn't let me come out of the dressing room if SHE didn't think it looked good on me. I am planning to go back for my bridesmaid's dresses and can't wait to see and work with Frances again.

I think your experience here must be very consultant dependent. My sister and 3 of her friends bought their dresses here, so naturally I would also look here for my dress. It was a waste of my time and I wanted to leave after trying on my second dress but people had driven from all over to come with me. Natasha had me in tears after just one dress. She would not let me try on dresses that I or my family had picked out telling me that I did not want that style of dress... I (and my sister) had tried to convey to her several times that I did not know what I wanted so a variety of styles was good. At that start of the session I told her I preferred off the shoulder or something with straps, but throughout the session she insisted that I wanted strapless. She made me feel bad for being a lower budget bride, but refused to let us look on the clearance rack saying that the dresses were old and for old ladies. She noted that some dresses had been there for at least 10 years, maybe 20. She then made insulting comments about members of the party next to mine to me in the dressing room. Shamed me for making a weekend appointment when other people would be in the shop also trying on dresses I may want. And finally informed me that she needed more commissions from her dress sales. She definitely didn't get one from me the store will no longer be receiving referrals from my family.

Bridals by Elena is THE place to go wedding dress shopping! I tried on a dress out of state that I fell in love with. I was 100% sold on this dress. I made and appointment as they were one of 2 salons that could order it. They didn't have it in store but offered to order it for me. When I came in for my appointment they suggested I try on just a few more to be sure and I ended up getting one of their recommendations! Their stylists know what looks great and can meet your vision and budget. All alterations are handled in house as well so you don't have to worry!

Frances at Bridals by Elena was absolutely incredible! As a plus-size bride, I was nervous to come to my appointment as well as being excited. Frances easily calmed my nerves and made me feel comfortable and beautiful in every gown I tried on. When one gown didn't look good on my figure, I actually made a derogatory comment about myself, and Frances told me that it was the dress' fault and not mine because I'm already beautiful and the dress needs to fit me, not the other way around 🥰 I recommend this store to anyone! Thank you so much to everyone there!

Bridals by Elena was amazing. When I arrived for my appointment, I showed Elena some pictures of the types of dresses I liked and what my style was. I picked out a few on my own and she picked out a few for me based on what I showed her. The very first dress she put me in was one of her selections and was the dress I ended up buying. I tried on several more but kept coming back to the very first and it was amazing. They did a great job with the alterations and made all of the adjustments I asked for to ensure that everything fit perfectly. I got so many compliments on my dress and felt amazing on my wedding day! The staff was so helpful through every step of the process and they had a great selection of dresses.

If you are searching for the perfect bridal experience - look no further! I had looked at several other stores before arriving at Elena's but as soon as I walked in, I knew my dress was on this shop. They have an incredible selection and their team is incredible at alterations. I was lucky to work with Elena herself and she was there every step of the way, patiently explaining everything to my family and showing me dresses I would not have originally even thought of! They are super communicative and made me feel incredible every step of the way. I loved my experience and could not recommend it more for future brides and their families!

Frances was amazing. She kept me laughing, made me feel comfortable, she really made my day extra special! This was my first dress shopping experience and I was able to find my dress day of. I ended up getting a dress that she picked for me to try on.

I had an absolutely wonderful experience at Bridals by Elena. The shop is so beautiful in and of itself, and there were so many styles to choose from. Frances, my consultant, was knowledgeable, funny, and knew exactly what styles I would love. She ended up being the one to pick out my dream dress and I am so happy to say I said yes to the dress at Bridals by Elena! I would recommend this shop to any bride in the DMV area looking for a fantastic experience and the dress of their dreams!

Bridals by Elena is a fabulous bridal store. I had Frances as a consultant and she was amazing. Very professional. I felt like I was experiencing something out of say yes to the dress at Kleinfeld. Frances was very honest, experienced, personable, and funny. She knew exactly what would look best on me down to every detail and even what wouldn’t look the best. Frances picked out the dress of my dreams and I couldn’t be more thrilled. It was a big decision and I was thankful to have professionals by my side to guide me and give advice. I am so thankful for my experience there. Brides stop what you are doing and book your appointment and request Frances. You won’t be disappointed.

I never write negative reviews, but unfortunately my experience at Bridals by Elena was so AWFUL that I felt the need to warn others. My consultant, Natasha, fat shamed me the whole time and made me feel like a burden. She kept pointing out my midsection and emphasizing that I need to find a forgiving material to cover it up. And she kept referring to the room with “bigger” dresses as a place for me to find mine. Not to mention the fact that she repeatedly said she was “confused” about the classic dress style I was looking for. I understand there are cultural and language differences and that misunderstandings happen; but there’s no excuse for her insensitivity and lack of customer service. A bridal shop that makes a pretty penny off its customers needs to do better. Also, it’s worth mentioning that I found the selection of dresses to be disappointing. It was very much catered to one style.

Both my sister and I have bought our wedding dresses here and I recommend this bridal shop to anyone who is getting married! They have a huge selection of dresses and the staff are experts at picking out the right dress for your body. Frances helped me find my dream dress and I felt like a super model when I wore it!

With help from Frances I was able to "Say yes to the dress!" I went on a Saturday with my mom, sister and 5 month old niece. Frances was funny and engaging. She listened to exactly what I was looking for but wasn't afraid to tell me if something wouldn't work with my venue (beach). She made me and my family feel special. I was originally nervous when we walked in because I'd never been to a bridal shop before but we were so comfortable. The lady that measured me made me feel awesome (and I'm a curvy girl) and the receptionist was very sweet! She even called to let us know we had left a toy behind. Thanks ladies! I'll recommend you. Can't wait for my dress to arrive! Wedding 11/11/22 costa rica!

Katya was fantastic. She knew her dresses inside and out and was able to pull exactly what you were looking for. She didn't pressure you in any way while making your decision but offered fantastic opinions so that you could look your best. Highly recommend.

Shop literally anywhere else. I would give less than 1 star if I could. My consultant (Natasha) was rude and judgmental. She did not listen to what I was looking for in a dress, told me I would look like my grandmother’s tablecloth if I went with the style of dress I wanted (lace), and suggested I go dress shopping at Anthropology. She made me feel so uncomfortable I didn’t want to try on a single dress. Then she was pushy to try for another dress further away from what I wanted every time I suggested we end the appointment. There are so many wonderful bridal boutiques in the area. Don’t waste your time with an inconsiderate consultant.

Frances was fantastic. She helped me find a dress on the first visit! My dress was amazing, I felt beautiful on my wedding day. We had no issues from the beginning to the end of the entire wedding dress buying process. I guess you could say it was seamless. 😊

The dress fit like a glove and held up beautifully all night. I felt so beautiful the entire night. When picking out my dress, Frances really listened to me and didn’t try to sway me to a certain dress. She really gave me her undivided attention. And thank you to Elena for price matching and helping me say yes to the perfect dress. I want to extend a special thank you to Katia as well, for helping with alterations several times, including the month before when I needed some last-minute adjustments. Covid-19 Notes: I had to reschedule our wedding due to Covid-19 twice, and the team at Bridals by Elena really were flexible with having to adjust my dress after final alterations and postponing twice.

After 4 other visits at various bridal shops, I finally found & bought my dress from Bridals by Elena! I had a WONDERFUL experience working with Ms. Frances! She was funny, knowledgeable & patient! Her expertise helped tremendously in making my final decision! Her hospitality towards me, my mom and members of my bridal party was fabulous. She was a JOY to work with and I would recommend ANY bride looking for a dress to this store!

Hands down the best bridal shop in Maryland! Unsure why you’d go anywhere else! Frances is a gem to work with! She has been in the industry for 25 years and knows what types and what style dress looks best! Out of all the dresses I tried on, she picked the two dresses that I fell in love with. I ended up going to one more bridal shop after my appointment there and ultimately found that the quality of their dresses did not amount to the dresses at Bridals by Elena. I ended up purchasing the dress that I tried on that morning and said yes to the dress! Frances, you were born to do this, I can’t thank you enough!!

Found my dress in 10 minutes! Bridals by Elena is the only place you need to go!

This was the first and only store I went to in my wedding dress search. I was a little nervous - but Frances my attendant was truly my Fairy Godmother. In fact, she picked out the dress I ended up buying. She listened to what I liked and didn't like, and really was able to gather what what my style was. She made all of us laugh, and was truly a joy to work with. If you are going here - REQUEST Frances, you will not be disappointed.

Simply the best! My entire experience from trying on gowns to alterations to the final fitting was nothing less than exceptional. Elena and the rest of the staff are incredibly kind, helpful, and the attention to detail is second to none. I chose a strapless gown and not once throughout a night full of dancing at our reception did I have to pull it up. It fit me perfectly!! Thank you!!

I had the absolute best experience at Bridals by Elena! Frances was who helped me and she was so helpful, funny, and really took my interests and needs into consideration. She is actually the one who picked out the dress I ended up saying yes too! They make the bride and her guests feel like queens and make the experience so special and memorable. Highly recommend going to Bridals by Elena and requesting Frances if able!

I absolutely loved my experience at Elena’s! Before I decided on my dress, I had worked with a woman named Frances and she could not have been more kind and helpful. She was willing to give me the time I needed to try on each dress. Frances made the entire experience so fun and exciting and meaningful. I am so glad I found my dress with her and would highly recommend Frances and Elena’s Bridal Boutique!

Ms. Frances made my bridal appointment so fun and comfortable! I so relieved that she was there for me and my bridal party. She took so much tension off of me and I said yes to my dress because of her! Thank you so much Frances and Elena!

I worked with Frances and I found my perfect dress! I went in October 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic and I felt so comfortable in the store. Everyone wore masks, all areas were cleaned, temperature checks were taken when entering the store, and dresses were sanitized between each use. When I found my perfect dress, I was able to take my mask off to see my complete wedding look and it was perfect. Frances really listens to you and find the perfect dress for you! I would absolutely recommend coming here again, and request Frances!!!

I had such an amazing time there this past weekend with Frances!! She really made me feel comfortable and truly made me feel like a spoiled bride! She was very lighthearted and honest with me about what would and would not work with my body shape. Definitely would recommend!

I said yes to the dress today thanks to Frances! She was so helpful, knowledgeable and knew exactly what would fit my body. She was the funniest person and got along great with my family and I! I highly recommend this shop. Elena came out to do my measurements and she did nothing but compliment how beautiful the dress looked on me. Both ladies were so personable and interested in conversations. They were so happy for me that I found the dress of my dreams. I am over the moon excited that I chose to come to this shop!

Frances is amazing! She was super helpful and very kind (also super funny). She pulled some great dresses and was refreshingly honest, which was extra helpful since I came in without a clue as to what I wanted. I highly recommend requesting to work with her. I loved my experience and everything was so easy.

I had the most wonderful experience working with the team at Bridals by Elena! My bridal party & I had so much fun at our initial appointment saying "yes to the dress" and Natasha was amazing to work with! She made me feel so comfortable trying on dresses and was so knowledgeable. Elena is so incredibly talented and truly an expert in her field. The work she did on my bridal gown was flawless and I had such great experiences with her at every one of my fittings. She is so passionate about what she does and it shows in her work! Not only did I purchase my gown at Bridals by Elena, but also my veil, jewelry and hair accessory (brooch). They have incredible selections and such beautiful pieces! I highly recommend working with Bridals by Elena for your wedding day!

I couldn't have been happier with my experience at Bridals by Elena. I highly recommend working with Francis (you can request her when you make your appointment). She kept it real and honest which, IMO, every bride needs to be able to feel beautiful and comfortable in the dress for your wedding. Francis was patient and assisted with the dress selecting process. I knew more of what I didn't like than what I was hoping for and Francis took it in stride and still let me choose dresses off the rack that I initially said it was a style I didn't care for. I cannot express enough thanks to Francis for providing guidance with such a big purchase.

I recently purchased my wedding dress at Bridal by Elena and couldn’t be happier! The shop accommodated my large bridal party in a fun fresh environment. The dress selection was in line with current trends and they had a variety of shapes and sizes; I appreciated this being a larger bride. My consultant, Frances, knew my body type and matched me with a great selection of dresses. I was calling her my “Fairy Dress Mother” by the end of the appointment! She was beyond funny and helpful; this made the appointment more comfortable and enjoyable. My whole party enjoyed their experience at Elena’s. I would recommend it to any bride looking for the complete wedding dress experience. Don’t forget to ask for the Fairy Dress Mother, Miss Frances.

I was feeling really down and wasn't sure I would ever find my dress. My experiences at other bridal shops led me to feel this way. Until I walked into Bridals by Elena and worked with Natasha. Everything changed immediately. She brought me into rooms full of gorgeous dresses, had me pick out a few favorites after showing her an inspiration image. She had me try on the dresses in a certain order, leading me to the last dress, which she knew would be THE ONE, and she was right. She was patient, trusting and so kind. I could not recommend Natasha more.

My experience with Elena, Frances, and Katiya was AMAZING from the beginning. My family has been working with their team for over 2 years now. My sister got married in August 2018 and they treated us like family and made the process so easy and enjoyable! So of course, when it came to my own wedding in September 2019, I knew I had to get my dress from Bridals by Elena! Every appointment, every fitting, every phone call was always so friendly, polite and professional. From the hands-on personalization's offered by Elena to the witty, sincere conversations with Frances. I always looked forward to my next fitting because we were always treated with such warmth and kindness. I have referred multiple friends and family to Bridals by Elena and will always continue to do so! I cannot thank them enough for making me look so beautiful in my wedding dress on my big day :)

You must check this bridal shop out and you absolutely have to request Frances! We bought my daughters wedding dress here and Frances was just amazing. She was fun, professional, knowledgeable and super nice. It was great working with her! After my daughter picked out dresses and then saw what Frances had chosen she didn't even want to try on her choices. We bought one that Frances chose. She knows her stuff! Beautiful shop. Lots of choices. Great experience!

I loved getting my dress here! The staff was so friendly and accommodating. I went dress shopping three places before coming here and I was starting to get discouraged until I walked through the doors here! Francis helped pick out my dress. I was not going to try it on but she showed it to me and as soon as I put it on I knew!!! Thank goodness for her or I would have never tried it on! I received so many compliments. They were very patient with teaching my mom the bustle and taking the time for multiple fitting appointments. Thank you for a dream come true!

Elena and her team were so amazing to work with! They made me look so amazing on my wedding day with custom sleeves and the best alterations on the perfect dress. The whole experience was great! So many options and they were able to pick ones out just for me!

I had the BEST experience! I cannot thank Francis enough for helping me and making me laugh the entire time! It was such a fun time I cannot recommend it enough!

I had an amazing experience with Bridals by Elena. I went to three different shops and ended up getting my dress here. Everyone was very easy to work with. I liked two different dresses and they worked with me to make those dress into one dress. I highly recommend checking out Bridals by Elena!

Bridal’s by Elena is just amazing! After getting engaged, my mom was leaving for 4 months of traveling just two weeks later so we had to be quick to have her for dress shopping. When we arrived, Frances put me in so many dresses that I would have never thought and never made me feel hurried or questioned! When I fell in love with a Paloma Blanca that was a little over budget, they offered a small discount and never pressured me when I took time to think about it. I went to two other salons and knew I needed to go back - both for the dress and the service! When I came back, they still honored their discount and the dress arrived in less than 5 months. Their prices are so reasonable for the area and the selection is huge!! The alteration process was also great. Elena and her team know what they are doing and the craftsmanship and attention to detail was great, even making a small change I requested in an hour (we went to lunch!) the day I was picking it up!! The alterations are reasonably priced and you pay once for each item (like the hem) even if they have to do it more than once. The bustle they created would never have broken and honestly made the dress even more beautiful that I bustled it halfway through my photos so I could get it in the pictures! I just wish I could wear it again!

Bridals by Elena was the perfect place to find my wedding dress. I had visited about a dozen salons in the DC area looking for my perfect dress without much success. I finally branched out geographically and came across this salon near Fort Meade. I am so happy I did! They had such a lovely selection, and I ultimately found my dress here. Even though I loved the dress, there were several things I wanted to change about it, like shortening the train significantly (like 3 feet) and creating a more plunging back. Elena and her team executed my vision flawlessly, and I couldn’t have been more in love with the way it turned out. Everyone was also very friendly and welcoming, and they even worked with me to schedule fittings outside their normal times because I live somewhat far away. I would definitely recommend Bridals by Elena!

If we could give this shop more than 5 stars, we would! From the moment we walked in, Elena and her staff were wonderful to work with! Every time we went to a fitting, we were amazed at their attention to detail as they transformed a dress that was mostly what the bride wanted into a dress that was exactly what she had dreamed of--nothing was overlooked, no request went unfulfilled. They were always pleasant and helpful and always professional as they took care of not just the dress for the bride but also the dresses for the mother of the bride and eight bridesmaids, all living in different states and traveling to a wedding in a different destination! We can't thank Elena enough for helping to make our wedding so beautiful! Bridals by Elena is the best!!

Wow! Bridals by Elena is the BEST place to get your wedding dress! From start to finish everyone there was so helpful and reassuring in helping me find my dream wedding dress. And oh did I find it!! I felt absolutely amazing on my wedding day and it was all thanks to Elena and her team! I would highly recommend stopping in because I guarantee you would find your dress here and that you are in great hands! Thank you Bridals by Elena for the dress of my dreams!!

I had Natasha as my consultant. She initially did a good job explaining how to pick out a dress, but the appointment went downhill from there. She kept checking her watch the entire appointment like we were running out of time, she rushed me in and out of dresses before I had time to really think about them, she silenced my mom and sister when they offered their opinions. She also told my mom that she wouldn't let me try a dress on that she'd picked out because she didn't think I would like it. I also felt kind of awkward when she was picking apart my body, like calling attention to my stomach and hips, talking about how to hide them in certain dresses. I am a size 4 in street clothes, I would hate to see how she would talk to even an average sized woman. At the end of my appointment, she told me that in her 10 years of doing this, I was the pickiest bride she had ever encountered. I don't really think I was being that picky, especially when she told me to tell her what I didn't like about each dress so she could pull other dresses for me. I left Bridals by Elena feeling very overwhelmed and stressed, and I'm sorry to say I won't be back.

Best bridal shop around! I absolutely love my dress! The staff are awesome !

Bridals by Elena is the by far the best bridal salon! I had the most wonderful experience at Bridals by Elena! Natasha was so wonderful to work with! She made me feel so confident about myself and with her expertise she helped pick out the most stunning gown! Elena was simply a dream come true to work with! She is an absolute expert at what she does and truly cares about her clients! Thank you so much Elena, Natasha and team for making me look and feel like the most beautiful bride on my wedding day!

I went to numerous bridal shops and boutiques, and tried on probably over 40 dresses before a friend, and fellow bride, recommended Bridals by Elena. On her recommendation, I made an appoint and was on my way. From the moment I walked in the entire staff was warm and inviting and very helpful/mindful of my wants. After trying on a handful of dresses, I landed on one that I loved, but I wanted the straps to be changed to allow for more of a V-neckline rather than the sweetheart neckline that came on the dress. Reluctantly, I purchased the dress, placing all of my trust in their seamstresses to make the dress I bought into my dream dress, and they did not disappoint. They remade the straps/front of my dress beautifully and when it was completed, you could never tell that he dress had been altered. I am so grateful for the team that helped me and would highly recommend them to anyone in the area searching for their dream wedding gown!

This is the best bridal shop in Maryland. I can say that because I visited many across the state, including Potomac, Baltimore, Annapolis, etc. Elena and her team are patient. They did an awesome job on the alterations. They had a great selection. They were cognizant of your price point. They had great customer service. They are friendly and all around easy to work with. I was comfortable and beautiful in my wedding gown. Thank you so much! The only reason you should visit any other shops in the area is to make you appreciate Elena and her shop, otherwise, you are wasting your time going elsewhere.

My sister (and a friend of hers) bought their wedding dresses from this bridal salon. Frances was their consultant and picked out their wedding dresses. So I didn’t hesitate to book my appointment with her when I got engaged. As soon as I walked into the salon she pulled a dress specifically for me without knowing my taste and sure enough that was the dress I ended up buying. I tried on multiple gowns and it came down to two gowns that Frances picked for me. She was down to earth, honest and overall a fantastic bridal consultant. Frances was knowledgeable and very helpful. If you go here, make sure to book your appointment with Frances! She’s the best and she make you laugh the whole time! We had a blast! Thank you Frances!

Bridals by Elena has so many wonderful touches that made my experience here FAR surpass any another bridal salon I've visited. First, Frances, who was helping me out that day, was AMAZING; she kept the mood light, was always honest (which I really appreciated!) and put a constant smile on my face. Second, each dress on the racks had a picture to go along with it which was INCREDIBLY useful; it's so hard to picture what a dress will actually look like when it's on a hanger and the pictures were such a nice touch. There were prices on the pictures, too. Finally, each fitting isle had not only a mirror in the front but also TV broadcasting a camera-feed of the back of the dress so it was SO easy to get an all-around feel for the dress. I was avoiding Elena's only because SO many of my friends got their dresses from here but they obviously came here for a reason. I said "yes" to the dress and my dress is so unique -- I could not be more pleased. Thanks you Bridals by Elena for such a wonderful experience.

This was the third bridal shop I went to and I said, “yes, to the dress, at Elena’s. Francis was my bridal consultant and she is everything! With over 20 years of experience, she is knowledgeable, personable and made the whole experience fantastic! I choose a dress that she picked, I would’ve never picked it on my own as it has all the things I said I didn’t want but when I put it on that was the dress! Thank you Francis and Bridals by Elena!