Bridals by Elena

work with her. I loved my experience and everything was so easy.

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!

tiful 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.

izes; 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.

o 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.

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 :)

r 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!

as 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!

ut just for me!

. I highly recommend checking out Bridals by Elena!

ve 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!

de. 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!

at 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!!

nd 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!!

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.

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!

tire 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!

on. 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.

d 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!

lly 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.

stic! 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!

picked my absolute dream dress!! I would highly recommend Bridals by Elena!

ter giving her only a few buzz words on what I was looking for, she was able to help me understand what would fit my body, what was flattering, and what would be too much dress! And ultimately, she picked the dress I fell in love with! Not to mention Frances making us laugh and knowing just how to calm my nerves. I really cannot day enough wonderful things about the shop or Frances, how they put me and my group at ease, and overall how perfect the experience was. And they have more than a little bit of everything to chose from! Highly highly recommend! Thank you so much!

owns that were within my budget and she listened to what I liked in a dress. I chose a gown that was surprisingly under my budget and Bridals by Elena made it a lot of fun by taking our pictures and having us ring the 'say yes to the dress' bell. Elena came in to do my sizing and measuring before ordering the dress and she was professional and helpful. I had a great experience here and I hope you do too!

ach of my fittings by Elena and the rest of her staff made me feel like they truly wanted me to look absolutely perfect on my wedding day. The set up of the boutique is awesome: it has 3 long run ways each with mirrors and tv screens so that you can see your dress from all angles. There is also an awesome restaurant that opened up right next to the boutique so you can grab a bite to eat after you go dress shopping. She is the best!

all of which were also very professional and comfortable. The alterations department is full of dress rockstars. My dress fit me like a glove. They were very precise and meticulous about making sure the dress was incredible. The team also made me a custom lace veil to match my dress. Here is my problem: I add this info to hopefully prevent this from happening to another bride- when I went to the shop to pick up my dress 6 days before my wedding, they had given it to another bride's parents and they did not even know whose parents they were. The person working the front desk assumed they were my parents because I was scheduled to pick up my dress at that time, so they handed them my dress without so much as asking for a NAME. When I arrived, no one knew where my dress was and I went into full panic mode. It was 2.5 hours of complete torture thinking my dress was lost. Elena and her team called multiple brides and eventually were able to locate my dress. They did personally drive it to my house. This was a very negative experience for me and could have been easily prevented by simply asking for a name when a bride or her family comes to pick up a dress. Because this was such a careless mistake, unfortunately my view of the salon has been impacted and I truly hope that this does not happen to any other bride at the happiest time of her life.

look in a mirror. Elena was personally involved in making sure my dress was perfectly tailored she provided lots of styling advice for my hair down to my shoes. They were so warm and friendly and I felt so incredibly beautiful in my wedding dress. I cannot recommend this salon enough.

y budget was. Without hesitation, she pulls 5 dresses for me to try one. Not only did I fall in love with the 2nd dress I tired one, it was well under my budget ( Veil included)! Natasha knew what I was looking for and knew what would look great on me. I also LOVED how they have a camera that allows you to see the back of your dress when you look in the mirror! You will not be disappointed! I am extremely happy my one and only bridal appointment was at Bridals by Elena.

rations they made me feel so comfortable and happy with every change made. I never once had to worry. I would highly recommend Bridals by Elena!

in a dress. She is very detail-oriented and worked on every and any concern regarding alterations, even miniscule flaws I didn't even notice myself. She was also patient and flexible with dress-pickup, considering my out-of-state wedding. My dress was perfect and made me feel beautiful on my wedding day.

he was very experienced and knew their dress collection well! That day I tried on 13 dresses and I never felt rushed at all, she took her time and was helpful and friendly. They had a wonderful collection of dresses to choose from!! I told her my budget at the beginning and she did her best to try and stay close to it. When I found my beautiful wedding dress, she was accommodating with some changes I made with the dress and ensured the changes would be made appropriately. I have nothing but positive things to say, I cannot wait for my dress to come in and get my fittings scheduled!

iked. The mannequin dresses all seemed pretty generic, all lace. I finally found one I wanted to try on and she said Ok. I was led to a different room that had more dress options. Upon picking out 5 or 6, I reminded her about one of the mannequin dresses and she said "that dress is a size 6 so we can't try it on." I am not a size 6 but I have squeezed myself into a size 4 bridal gown so she didn't want to be troubled to get it. I was led to a room and she started removing a dress from the bag. She handed it to me and walked out, and told me to open the door when I was ready. At every other appointment I had been to, the consultant stayed with you to help you into the gown. Every time I was in the dress and opened the door I had to wait at least a couple of minutes for her to come back to help me. When I tried on a gown that I really liked, Natasha asked me "What would you change about this dress?" I hadn't even been out 2 minutes. One of the only things I liked about the salon was that they had a camera with a TV that displayed you so you could get a view from the back. Natasha got a sash and a couple veils and there was one that I really liked. After 4 more dresses, she put me back in the one I liked and my mom commented about not liking the bodice. Natasha went on about talking to the seamstress to see if a change could be made. I told her I liked the bodice. When I finally got out of the dress she had gone to get the seamstress (apparently the owner) to discuss the changes to the bodice (that I didn't ask for) and she said they could be done but wouldn't look good. I was trying to leave and Natasha kept trying to push the dress on me, so to try to end the conversation I mentioned that I was deciding between another dress I tried on at a different store. She had asked me earlier in the appt about what dresses I had tried on and I didn't really remember - a designer popped into my head so I told her. This second time though, she waited for my response and I had already forgotten. Both her and Elena were just watching me. I remembered and told them the designer and Natasha asked me if I had pictures. I showed them one of me in a random gown that I liked and Elena said their dress was better, and I don't recall by whom but I was asked "Do you like how that fits in the abdomen?" Sample sizes typically do NOT exactly fit the person trying them on. I Finally started to walk out and asked about the veil that I had liked and she told me the price but nothing else. I contacted them again today and asked for the info on the Veil. I got a reply in 2 minutes answering a couple of my questions. In her e-mail Katia said to let her know if I had more questions, so I Again asked for the designer info. 30 minutes later I got a reply saying the veil was by "a private designer that we carry at our boutique." So, It is ok for a consultant to harass a customer about brands and models, but when someone is interested in details of an item in their store they are unwilling to give that info out? I replied again asking for the info and hours have passed and no response. They would rather hold information hostage than potentially make a sale. "Brides Beware!"

taff is very friendly and accommodating.

ff at Bridals by Elena were so friendly and helpful and genuinely wanted to you to find your perfect dress. I had my alterations here as well and they made sure my dress fit me perfectly. My dress was fitted and took more alterations than average just because of my size and shape so it did get a little pricier, but my dress could not have fit my any better. I would not hesitate to recommend them to every one!

care in making sure your dress fits perfect. Thank you so much Elena!

ng less formal than a traditional wedding dress and ended up with a mother-of-the-bride dress everyone is raving about. Elena's did all the alterations, including building a bra into the dress. They also tried some jewelry and hair ornaments on me and we talked through what would and wouldn't work with the style and colors of the dress. I am very pleased.

your budget. It was also nice that Elena is also a seamstress so if there are any changes you like to make to the dress when you pick it you can feel comfortable that Elena will make it happen!

The customer service is wonderful and not once did I feel like I was being pushed into buying a dress (that’s what happened at the other store I went to). Frances listened to everything I was saying, but in the end knew what was best! I cannot say enough good things about this place! I highly recommend it to everyone!

lt rushed in any way like I did at other bridal salons. Highly recommend!!

ly went with her pick even though I never wanted a strapless dress. She convinced me they could put sleeves and a back in the dress and I am so glad I trusted her. These wonderful ladies custom made cap sleeves and an illusion back with keyholes and they even made a custom veil to match the lace of the dress. It was stunning! Their attention to detail with each piece of lace they sewed by hand onto what started out as a blank canvas of tulle was absolutely incredible. They have an incredible team of talent at this shop and I truly believe that they can transform every brides dream dress into a reality. What I bought, to what I walked down the aisle in was 2 different dresses and I never had imagined I could have had a customized dress that had different elements from different dresses I liked for an affordable price! I had 4-5 fittings and every time I was in the shop they understood exactly my vision and they were patient and extremely professional. Elena was at all my appointments to pin this and that to meet her standards and I tell you ladies you will never regret a purchase from this shop. Trust the experts here because they know what they are doing and their work speaks for itself! I received so many compliments on my wedding day and the dress was perfect it fit like a glove. They take care in busseling the dress too so no broken buttons or runaway trains on the dance floor. Zero flaws in their work! I honestly can't say enough good things about my experience. I had enough stress with wedding planning and despite all the work being done to my dress it was finished ahead of schedule and absolutely perfect causing no second guessing or doubts throughout the entire process. Make your appointment today! I promise you won't be disappointed. :)

received many complements throughout the wedding reception and I could not have been happier with my dress or the time spent working with the team at Bridals by Elena :)

mately I purchased a different dress. The dress ended up being gorgeous and fit me perfectly. I received so many compliments on the dress at my wedding and those who have seen photos of my dress. Alteration appointments tend to start a bit late other than that I had a wonderful experience.

e with a dress that we ended up not being able to get because it was on clearance even though it was displayed in the regular section of the store. Late that day I called Bridal's By Elena and asked if we could get in the next day to look at dresses before my friend went home. They were super accommodating and said that they didn't have an appointment, but that we could still come in and try on. I was impressed as soon as I walked in those doors and immediately felt at peace. The store was beautiful, quiet and all of the staff were so friendly. Frances helped us pick out a very flattering dress. Even though we didn't have an appointment, Frances was still more attentive than our consultant at David's Bridal. She was very transparent regarding pricing and extremely helpful. She even offered us 20 % off of our dresses since I had four bridesmaids, so it will end up being cheaper than if we ordered from David's Bridal. Overall, AMAZING experience. If I hadn't already purchased my wedding gown I would be going to Bridal's By Elena

eally knew their stuff! They were super accommodating especially for this out of town bride. Highest praise

ry on. I was so set on the dress I had found online but after trying all of the options on, I ended up going with one she had pulled! Frances was absolutely amazing and really made it a fun experience!

dresses are great! I never had any regrets after I picked my dress and it fit perfectly. All my bridesmaids dresses came in on time and were easily adjusted. Elena is a perfectionist and I loved it! The staff is also great they tell you what looks good, bad and amazing in the most helpful way.

o become discouraged, I felt they were not as flattering on my body as I thought they'd be. Francis was quick to pick up on my demeanor. She quickly came back with three dresses of her choosing, when I tried them on....they were ALL game changers. This woman knows what she's doing!! Francis was able to understand the fit and style I was in search for and knew what styles and dresses would look fabulous. She knew how to dress my body better than I did!!! I said "yes" to a dress of Francis' chosing. Even being post pregnancy, I have never felt more beautiful/sexy in a dress. Francis has a heart of gold and is as funny as can be! This appointment was nothing short of special. In the past week I have recommended Bridal by Elena to a fellow bride, days after hearing my experience she made an appointment and found her dream dress there as well. I would highly recommend Bridal by Elena to any and all future brides! -Thank you Bridal by Elena and a special thanks to Francis!

f dresses before I picked my perfect dress. She spent hours with me and my friends and family until I chose my wedding dress. Elena could read the room and my feelings immediately and could change gears based on what I liked or did not like from each dress I tried. In regards to my fitting and alterations, Bridals by Elena did a great job! My dress had a ton of beading and I was worried about the alterations: I had the sleeves tapered and shortened. They were done beautifully. My mother also got her dress there for the wedding and she was given compliments all day. I would hands down suggest Bridal by Elena to EVERYONE!

es by appointment. Called in the next day to cancel my appointment, and they had me down for the wrong day! Also the dresses there weren't even eye-catching. Very plain.

es that snapped in the back. It was absolutely perfect you couldn't even tell it was a jacket. And for the reception I took it off to move a little more. It was perfect she really did amazing

elt so relaxed there. The ladies knew exactly the type of the dress to fit my body, which was not what I initially expected to pick. They were so attentive & helpful in a non-pushy way. I selected a lace a-line, strapless, sweetheart neckline gown by Maggie Sottero. After all alterations my dress fit perfectly – it didn’t budge through a whole day of pictures & dancing. I felt so beautiful & confident, thank you for a great experience!

ways a simple strapless could be into something just a little different so you still feel like you stand out. Frances cp workers were also always lending a hand. It was really a team oriented environment at the salon. I highly recommend this salon to anyone!

truly would be. Francis provided her expertise and knowledge to find the most flattering, timeless, and classic style dress for me. Elena and her seamstresses devoted countless hours on the fine details to alter the dress to fit me perfectly and created a true, one of a kind look. My mother, the matron of honor and bridesmaids all found their dresses for my wedding there too. Katia scheduled all the dress fittings and kept me on schedule to make sure the dress was ready in time for the big day. On the day of my wedding it rained from morning until night, but it did not matter because I felt so gorgeous in my dress. Bridals by Elena also provides cleaning and preservation. They took special care to make sure the delicate lace on the dress was cleaned to perfection before sealing it up. Bridals by Elena is a shop above all the rest!

shing after visiting a few local shops that made me nervous about everything. And when I didn't find exactly what I had hoped for in the dresses I found, Elena quickly worked with me to think through how we could customize the design of the strapless dress I loved to incorporate a dramatic back element. She immediately put me at ease that she would do a great job and I couldn't have been more pleased with working with her. The team at Bridals by Elena helped to make the fitting process so stress free and accommodated my schedule. My dress was everything I wanted and more, with Elena's updates making it breathtaking. I LOVED my dress and couldn't have been more pleased with everything the team did to help me feel perfect on my wedding day. I would highly recommend visiting them for your bridal dress and party needs and don't be afraid to let them make you something unique - you'll be over the moon with the results!

it on! She is very experienced and knows what looks best. She even helped my mom (who is very picky) find a dress, too! I had the best experience, from start to finish. If you haven't already found your dress, do yourself a favor and book an appointment here! You won't be disappointed :-)

had to try on a few dresses before I found my perfect dress. The veil was made by Elena with the lace from my dress. Everyone was so friendly. After the wedding I was also able to preserve my dress through them and it came back so nicely boxed up. I would highly recommend Bridals by Elena.

samples I was trying on would look and fit when in my size. I had found the dress of my dreams but was very unsure as it was my first of three appointments that day. Katia was so kind and did not pressure me to make a decision before my other appointments. The second shop was very unprofessional and did not seem nearly as interested in helping me find the perfect dress – we left there pretty quick. We got to the third shop much later in the day and had an absolutely terrible experience. We were over an hour away from Elena’s but I knew I wanted to go back for THE dress. When I called to tell them I was over an hour away and that I would not make it back to the store before they closed, they told me not to worry and to still come in. This was a huge relief! We got to the store at closing but were none the less welcomed with open arms. They had THE dress waiting for me and took their time with initial measurements. We then went back with 6 of my 8 bridesmaids for them to pick out dresses and still had an amazing experience. Their patience is incredible even when working with so many girls at once. I loved going back for fittings and seeing Katia and Elena. I would recommend them to EVERYONE!!!

mething so important. I selected one cut, and Frances honestly told me that it wouldn’t work for my build. She let me put it on, and I didn’t even get the part where she cinched me in before I agreed with her. Regarding the bridal shop itself, it is small and homey. I felt like I was important and received my initial measurements from the owner herself. The measurements were so spot on that when I had my first fitting the only change that they needed to make was to the bust area. When I went to pick up my gown, it was freshly pressed in a white garment bag. Elena helped me bring the gown to my car, gave me hug, and told me to enjoy my day regardless of weather or anything else that happened. I looked amazing on my wedding day because Bridals by Elena took care of me from start to finish. I dropped my gown off with them for preservation, since they provided a coupon toward the process. I look forward to getting it back, and having it as a lasting treasure from our special day. Thank you Bridals by Elena!

lse recommends. I highly recommend Bridals by Elena.

ful. She gave her honest opinion for each one we tried on and was able to provide suggestions within my budget. We also used them for bridesmaids dresses and that was also a breeze. I will say I thought their prices for altering were a little high. I would have liked to know upfront how much all the different alterations to my dress would cost.

at - but their alterations were truly amazing and my dress was so perfectly fitted. I felt so confident in them taking care of such a big part of my big day.

knows EXACTLY what will fit you and make you look gorgeous. Elena is amazing and picks up the finest details of a dress and tailors it to suit you best. Everyone knew what they were doing and made it fun and made you feel beautiful. Seriously, go here if you are looking for a dress. It's an amazing experience.

Katia during the gown selection process! She was extremely kind, patient and provided expert and very helpful feedback to the both of us during the process! Elena and her team are also extraordinary! Elena designed a beautiful top piece to my daughter's gown, which was originally strapless. The added piece was sheer with the same lace that was used in the gown, along with the added beading. Elena and her team worked with us expertly and tirelessly to make sure that my daughter's gown fit perfectly and to design and add the beautiful top piece, made of extremely delicate fabric, and to make sure that it was sewn exquisitely into the original gown! The result was extraordinary! My gown and alterations were also exquisite and beautiful! I sincerely feel that Elena, Katia, Francis and the entire team provide a beautiful gown selection in a warm and friendly environment with the best design and alteration talent and expertise in the Baltimore/Washington area!

the lovely french bustle as I did with the train undone. I could not be happier with the overall service and, obviously, incredible product. I was super impressed with the alterations they did to make the intricate lace on my gown even better than the original, among everything else! There are often complaints about long waits, even with appointments. We only had to wait a while once and, I must say, it's pretty understandable that a top-quality seamstress may fall behind. Elena and her staff take extra care with every bride, and that takes time. Any additional wait time is worth the attention to detail and perfectly-tailored precision you receive. I highly recommend Bridals by Elena!

or dresses and I was able to find the dress of my dreams on the first go around! They also do all their alterations in house as well. I highly recommend!

legant but not too detailed - not much lace, beading, etc. I also was SURE I wanted sleeves/straps, I didn't want to worry about my dress falling off all day. Elena looked at what I liked, and brought me a few dresses to try, including some strapless telling me that it would all be okay if I ended up with a strapless dress. Of course, I did. The second dress I tried on was "the one." I think I ended up trying on about 10, but went back to that 2nd one, and it was also the label I wanted (La Sposa, part of the Pronovias group). Elena took my measurements, ordered the dress, and I went back once my dress had arrived and she had already tailored it to my measurements. It fit PERFECTLY - really, like a glove. She had to make a few minor adjustments and finish the hem once I had my shoes, but she had sewn in a built-in bra and that dress wasn't going anywhere! I only had to go in a total of 4 times, including when I picked the dress up. The bustle was also amazing, although intricate, but Elena taught my mom how to do it so we would be all set the day of the wedding. The dress really was perfect, I danced all nice never being concerned that it was falling off, and it was flattering and gorgeous. I loved working with Elena, she was so sweet and so knowledgable.