Brides & Tailor

My mom mentioned this website to me after I got engaged and fell in love with a dress on their website. I went to try on other dresses in person to see if it truly was the one and before I could leave the store I realized I had to have the beautiful black dress I saw on their website. I compared every dress I tried on to it and realized I had already found the one. Their communication is beyond fantastic, not to mention I got my dress extremely fast I could hardly wait to try it on! I would and will always recommend this company to any brides in the future. I can't thank everyone enough for making my day truly special in everything I could ever want in a dress!

They did an amazing job designing and creating the dress I wanted. They were very professional and responded quickly to all emails. I loved my dress.

They made my dream dress a reality. I had the idea in my head for years with no talent for crafting or sewing but they worked with me every step of the way to make it real. Everyone loved it and I couldn't be happier 🩵

Love my dress!!! Such great communication, timely service and great results! Such a scary thing to trust your wedding dress to someone but they truly made me feel comfortable and everything went by so smoothly. Can’t wait for the big day!! Thank you brides and tailor!!

Brides & Tailor made buying a wedding dress as easy as possible. Not only was my dress affordable comparatively, but it was obviously very well made and not lacking any attention to detail. It literally left me speechless when it arrived! Buying my wedding dress couldn't have gone any better. It is beautiful, and I would highly recommend buying your dress from them too because there is no way you won't agree with me. I am now a forever fan!

Manal and her team were so helpful through the entire process. She was very responsive and able to give thoughtful direction with great industry knowledge to help my final design. I even had a small change after approving for order that they were able to still accommodate. Highly recommend for your custom tailoring needs!

They were super easy to work with and helped walk me through the process of getting a custom dress ordered. They sent my pictures and updates at each phase of the creation of the dress. The dress looks beautiful and well made and fits me perfectly. The fabrics are very nice and comfortable. I can't wait for my big day!

Working with Manal and her team has been a magical experience from start to finish. I think that she truly made my dress process a walk in the park. Initially, I was having so much trouble finding someone in the U.S. to make an affordable custom wedding dress. I found Manal on Etsy and things have been easy since. From our first correspondence she has been so professional, timely, and sweet. She took care of me as if I was her own. She always responded to me, answering all my questions, and even sent me follow ups when I didn’t get back to her. In the end of the process, I decided to go pick up my dress in person, and it was a beautiful experience! Manal made it perfect! My dress is gorgeous and I cannot wait to send her pictures soon!

Excellent experience! My dress came out so well done and GORGEOUS! They allowed me to choose the shade of purple, lace pattern, type of lace and kept me updated throughout the entire process. They gave great suggestions to help me decide on things for my dress and kept me in the loop about everything. I really liked that I was able to split the payments up as well so it wasn’t one huge lump sum for me. They are super flexible in design and just overall great communication. The dress itself is OUTSTANDING! And I can’t wait to wear it on my wedding day. Their customer service is excellent as well. I called them to ask them how to attach my removable train, and they answered the phone immediately and explained step by on how to hook on the train to the dress. Honestly 10/10 would recommend this company for custom wedding dresses!

Where do I even begin? The experience, the lack of stress, the communication, the dress. Everything from start to finish with Manal from Brides and Tailor was an absolute dream. I have a more alternative style, so I was really stressing about finding a wedding dress that truly felt like ‘me’. I made several appointments in bridal boutiques, tried on countless dresses, and scoured the internet trying to find my dream dress. It felt hopeless at a certain point and I almost settled for something that I didn’t completely love. That’s when I found Brides and Tailor! I ordered a custom sketch and sent in a ton of inspiration pics. When I got my sketch back, it was as if they had jumped right into my brain and put my vision on paper. I’m even crying right now writing this review! Haha! Once they started making my dress, the communication from Manal was just astounding. They sent pictures of lace samples to choose from, kept me updated with progress pictures, gave me advice on design choices, accepted my last minute requests with zero hesitation, and even caught a possibly disastrous issue with the measurements that I sent in (but that’s a story for another day). Now the dress.. omg the dress.. I’m obsessed. My vision was a kind of gothic fairytale. Think the dress that the dark fairy princess wears as she runs through the woods. I wanted sparkles, poof, and a train. And did they deliver!! The dress was so light and easy to wear. Fit completely perfectly, no alterations needed! I had guests at our wedding telling me that they literally gasped as I walked into the ceremony. If you’ve made it this far, do it. Order the sketch. Get the dress. You won’t regret it a single bit.

I was beyond impressed with the custom wedding gown Brides and Tailor created for my 2022 wedding. Every step of the way I was stunned with Brides and Tailors' competence, professionalism, and attention to detail. My wedding dress remains the gem of my wardrobe; building it together from scratch was a highlight of my wedding experience and I’ve received countless compliments on it. I highly recommend Brides and Tailor to any bride who: a) has a curvy figure & may have trouble buying clothes off the rack in general b) wants a nontraditional dress (ie custom colors, a specific combination of fabrics & styles, or a specific “theme” to fit) b) wants a durable, custom art piece that you can wear to formal events beyond the wedding (I’ve already worn mine to two themed balls post-wedding!) d) wants to feel powerful and stunning on her wedding day, and in control every step of the dress buying process I will also say Brides and Tailor is very reasonably priced for the custom & quality of dress delivered. For example, the traditional dresses I looked at before coming to Brides and Tailor cost $3,000-5,000 plus; working with Brides & Tailor got me a similar style customized to my preferred colors, measurements, and style for less than half of the traditional dress. Given how responsive and attentive to detail Brides & Tailor are, I would guess they can modify designs to fit any budget. Read on for more tips & details! Tips: Try on different dress styles at a local boutique before committing to a style or design for your custom dress. I wound up changing my design completely based on how a certain style looked on me in real life (vs a skinny model in a picture). Purchase the sketch from Brides and Tailor to confirm you’re aligned on vision. I’m really glad I did this step as it made me feel confident in my decision and trust that B&T knew how to execute. I also got to make small modifications for my comfort before moving forward. Order directly from the Brides and Tailor website - online third-party shops sometimes have weird rules about delivery times that aren’t conducive to the custom dress collaboration process Invest in a good local tailor as you will need to work closely with them on measurements before ordering and after for alterations! If you’re in Chicago I recommend Uncommon Closet. Other vendors featured in the photos: Photography by Diamond Wedding Studios Venue: Camp Lakotah in Wautoma, WI Groom’s custom suit by Sharpe Suiting (partnered with Uncommon Closet)

Just do it! I know it’s scary – it took me 1 year to pull the trigger (from sketch to purchase). I’m beyond impressed with the final product. Working with Manal and her team was so easy. They guide you and keep you involved the entire time. I had a unique request and I couldn’t be happier and the price is extremely reasonable especially considering you’re getting a CUSTOM dress! The dress was also completed in the timeframe they gave and I was blown away. I looked into one other dress maker and they told me it would take an entire year at nearly triple the price!

Where do I even start! Manal, with Brides & Tailor, was my “Fairy Dress Mother”! After being ghosted by two seamstresses, I was left feeling like the vision for my wedding gown was unobtainable & out of reach. I stumbled across her Instagram and after having the initial consultation, I was encouraged that it was possible. She made the process seamlessly easy and stress free! (Especially being in two different states) She listened to me and my “wants” and also gave her opinion without overstepping her boundaries or deterring my vision. To the point where I NEVER envisioned myself in a ball gown style of any sort. She sketched the train on my dress and I fell in LOVE! She was SO PLEASANT AND TRULY A PLEASURE TO WORK WITH. Her communication throughout the process was impeccable and the constant updates and picture mail left me at ease during the process. My gown was finished 5-6 weeks early and was shipped with care. Even with her sending me the final product before shipping, NEVER IN MY LIFE would I have thought the gown would look how it does. The pictures did it NO JUSTICE and it was ABSOLUTELY PHENOMENAL!! She incorporated everything I wanted! Gold Mermaid style gown with detachable train AND sleeves! Also added her own little flare adding chocolate beading in with the gold! I was brought to tears unboxing it as the details and beading were so intricate and neatly placed/sewn! I will never have the words to thank her enough!! But I will sing her praises FOR THE REST OF MY LIFE!! Not only did she make me feel like the BADDEST MAM-A-JAMA walking the earth on my wedding day but she made me feel AND LOOK loke ROYALTY!! The feeling of knowing that I have a ONE OF A KIND DRESS that can’t be duplicated and a gown that will be talked about for YEARS TO COME is AN OUT OF THIS WORLD EXPERIENCE! THANK YOU AGAIN, TO MANAL AND BRIDES & TAILOR, for helping make my special day one to always remember!!

I had a specific vision for my wedding dress, and they exceeded all of my expectations! They also kept me updated the entire time the dress was being made. Highly recommended.

Manal and her team came to my rescue when I had only a few months until my wedding. She was in constant contact, worked with my ideas, and was more than accommodating with my requests. In the end, she finished much faster than I anticipated! Best of all, the dress is exactly what I wanted! She captured my vision and brought it to life. I cannot wait to wear it!

My Wedding is October 8th, I went to Manal & Brides & Tailor becauce I had a specfic dress I wanted. Trying to find it was not easy at all and I been looking at Brides & Tailor. Manal was able to creat my dream dressing Ive been wanting since I was 12! I know I was probably a little hard becauce I changed the dress design 3x before we finilazed it, but the dress came out like a dream and fit like a glove, she gave the best advice on what she thought would work and wouldn't ! I cant wait to wear it!

I cannot even begin to express how beautiful this dress is. Manal and her team went above and beyond and I am absolutely SPEECHLESS. Communication was impeccable, the workmanship is above and beyond anything I’ve ever seen. Dream dress!!

The dress I had made turned out amazing. I am very happy with this vendor

Manal did her thang! My dress was beyond beautiful, her communication was timely and she's super nice! I definitely recommend Brides & Tailor to anyone looking for a non traditional, 'out of the box' wedding gown! She's truly creating works of art!

Let me start out by saying that Manal is such a pleasure working with. When I first started thinking about wedding gowns, I originally was going to rent one and call it a day. Soon enough after nothing spoke to me, I came across an Etsy page for customized wedding dresses and started brainstorming what I wanted from pieces of dresses I loved. Soon enough, I received a sketch of the most breathtaking dress on the planet and what I had exactly envisioned. I don’t know how Manal does it, but they are a magical human being that every single bride should go to! If you are debating on getting your gown completely customized from scratch, and it be one of a kind, stop and just do it. I cannot believe that the price of the gown and everything was fairly affordable too, probably the same price as purchasing a brand-new gown on the rack and it not being 100% original. I could go on and on about how happy I am with making this decision. I will cherish this gown and make many memories with it for days to come. I cannot wait to share my wedding photos and surprise my soon-to-be husband. With love, MV

I don’t think I’ll ever be able to say enough about Brides and Tailor. I never pictured myself in a white wedding dress and Brides and Tailor gave me my dream black wedding dress with a process that was the most stress free part about planning a wedding. I had to change plans for my dress twice after ordering due to some unforeseen circumstances and without hesitation Manal was there to make it happen. Not only is my dress of the best quality but it also fits perfect which I was not expecting since I had never been there in person and have to have my measurements don’t locally then sent in. I can’t thank you enough for making me the dress that will make me feel the most beautiful on my wedding day!

Awesome experience kept in contact the whole process did everything i asked for and shipping was fast made sure i was satisfied before beginning the process I’m in love with my veil

Very professional and super affordable. The dress they made me was high quality and incredibly beautiful. They were very attentive and made me feel special. I highly recommend Brides & Tailer to anyone looking for a custom wedding dress.

The whole process from beginning to end was above and beyond my expectations! Every detail, & every idea that I had was captured in the sketch onto the final design. We communicated the entire time it took to complete my dress and if I had any concerns or questions, Manal was prompt with a response email!! Can’t wait to wear it for our summer wedding!! Would definitely recommend if you’re looking for a custom dress!!!

Manal was so helpful throughout this whole process, from the initial sketch to the final delivery. I always felt updated and listened to. The dress is stunning. I never imagined I would get my dream wedding dress, but this is it. The speed with which they worked was so impressive. It seemed like I'd just started the process when Manal let me know they were nearly finished, and for such a quality product, this blows my mind. Initially, I was nervous about buying a dress online, but this fits just like it should and, like I said, stunning. The first words out of my partner's mouth were that it was entirely worth the money. If I ever need/want a custom dress again, I would definitely use this business.

I cannot say enough how wonderful a job Brides & Tailor did on creating my dream Wedding Dress. Brides & Tailor made my vision come to life and the dress surpassed my expectations. This was the most stress free and easiest part of planning for my wedding thanks to the wonderful team at Brides & Tailor. Every step of the process from having the sketch created of my dream wedding dress to all the wonderful updates from Manal and the seamstress made this an enjoyable process. I want to say thank you again Brides & Tailor for making me such a beautiful Wedding dress!

My experience with Brides & Tailor was amazing!! They helped me to make my dream dress a reality and did an outstanding job creating it for me. I got so many compliments! I'm so glad that I went with them

Manal and her team WOWED us! As a plus-size bride with a unique dress idea, it felt daunting to say the least. The Brides&Tailor team was everything I could ask for and more. They are communicative and friendly. Manal helped guide me through the process that was easy and fun. The dress is gorgeous and a great price for such a beautiful custom piece.

This dress is for my wedding in October, and it is everything! The pictures don't do it justice. Customer service was outstanding! Manal kept in contact with me throughout and provided updates which lessened the stress so much. The fit is so comfortable and perfect. I am so excited! If you are wanting a dress from Manal, don't hesitate, the quality of the item is worth it!

OMG! OMG! OMG! We are soooooooo happy. I will send a picture of that day. Everyone loves it. The bride to be was so happy. I have no words but to say thank you for such a gorgeous dress. My daughter said she will now have a one of a kind wedding/prom dress. Your company saved the day! Thanks and blessings, Kim

Since Covid, I decided to order my wedding dress online. To be honest, I was very worried to purchase my big day outfit without trying on but I found this beautiful dress on Brides&Tailor's Etsy store. Well... when I received my dress, I couldn't stop smiling and didn't want to take it off after I tried on! It was just what I was imagined! I changed few design from the original picture was on etsy store and it was super easy to communicate with the owner Manal. She also sent me a leftover lace fabric so I could add few spots that I wanted to cover little bit more. From the time I sent my measurements to received my dress was about 45 days and which was very fast for a custom dress. I am very happy with Brides&Tailor experience and my beautiful wedding dress!! Thank you so much!!

Working with Brides & Tailor was the best choice I could of made when it came to my wedding dress! From the first drawing of my dress to any issues I had a long the way, Manal went above and beyond to make sure it was a stress free experience. Which is hard when you never meet in person! I couldn't be more happy with the result. I never thought I could have a custom wedding dress in my price range. Especially one as beautiful as mine. Will be recommending to those close to me.

I can't begin to explain the emotions I had when I was working with Manal and her team! I was so scared to order a dress, I didn't know how to explain my vision, and what if I looked awful when it was finally here. Manal made me feel special and calm. She earned 100% of my trust quickly. From the original sketch, to fine details, picking out the lace, and talking about exactly what I wanted... The communication was clear, and frequent. When I first saw the photos of the dress, it was even better than I imagined. Once I had it in my hands... I cried. It's perfect. I even bought a veil which I was sure I didn't want. But I'm so glad I got it! If you want your dream dress to be made with love, quality, and magic... Don't hesitate to reach out to Manal and her team. This dress was 1000 times better than any I've tried on in a store. And I will keep this for the rest of my life. Thank Manal. You can see the passion you have when you feel the dress, and I am honored to be able to walk down the aisle in one of your masterpieces.

Desiree B. · getting married on 08/13/2022 My Dream Dress Working with Manal to create my dream dress has been such a wonderful experience. She was able to help me make some changes to my original design due to a unexpected date change. She was very kind and honest with her opinions on design. When we first met I was a little nervous that I hadn't explained my vision correctly, but when I saw the sketches she sent me I was blown away! It was like she got me! The fabrics used are very high quality, and the bead work is stunning. I would recommend this bridal boutique to anyone! I can't wait to wear my dress!

One of the best decisions I have made for my wedding! Manal made the process extremely easy and straightforward. Her communication and clarification was quick and excellent. If you want a gorgeous custom wedding dress, she is the best person for it!

To put it simply, this was the best decision I ever made for my wedding. I'm a counselor and have always believed in self-advocacy and that the client is their own best expert, not me. Brides & Tailor worked with me in a way that was obvious they also uphold those same values. While they gave me the best guidance and information I could ever need, they still made sure to keep me updated and check with me before making any move. Manal and her team were dedicated to making sure I had my exact vision and they absolutely succeeded. My dress came out exactly the way I had pictured it (better honestly). I would absolutely recommend them to any bride, especially those that are alternative and have unique visions - Manal and her team can absolutely bring it to life.

Manal is absolutely amazing! She took my vision and made it into reality. I can’t even beging to describe how beautiful my dress is. She was communicating every step of the way and was so understanding when any complications came up. It was an absolute pleasure working with her. She made my dreams come true and I will always recommend brides & tailor for everything!

Can not express how amazing my experience was! I found the dress of my dreams and I can not wait till my wedding this November to wear it. The entire process went so smooth and Manal was such a pleasure to work with and made sure my dress turned out absolutely perfect. 10/10 highly recommend!

Where do I start??? Man oh man what a smooth ride. All the millions of questions I asked... I always got a nice response. Manual worked with me. Even if I wrote her 10 times for the day, she respond back to me so gracefully. Her patience was THROUGH THE ROOF. I recommend Brides and Tailor 111111111000000000000 times!!!! My gown is gorgeous!!!!!

Bridesandtalior was AMAZING with helping me create my dream wedding dress! I wanted something different, a black wedding dress and Manal brought my dream to life. She made me an absolutely beautiful dress that was everything I wanted and more!

I loved working with Manal and her team! They made me the most gorgeous custom gown for my wedding and made my dress dreams come true!

It took me a while to find my dream dress and when I stumbled across brides&tailors custom dresses I fell in love!! I’m so happy with my purchase and I recommend them!! ❤️👰🏻‍♀️

Brides and Tailor did a great job making my detachable wedding skirt. It’s beautiful!

Fun to work with, professional, affordable and she made me the most spectacular dress! I cannot wait to wear it on my wedding day!

Nothing to say. She's very good 👍

Words can not express how fantastic Brides and Tailor are. The whole experience from start to finish was amazing! They took my dream dress and made it into something even better then I had I had to wanted. Manal’s attention to detail is truly a gift and she truly puts a lot of love and time into her craft. I highly recommend going this route for your wedding gown!I

The entire experience from design to dress delivery was amazing! She really captured my vision on paper and made it come to life! She is very responsive to communication and patient with her customers. Even during the pandemic she was very accommodating with meeting for fittings as well as future fittings (Since my wedding date is postponed due to Covid). Any one looking for a custom wedding or formal dress, Brides and Tailor is the spot!

Getting a custom dress from Brides and Tailor was an amazing experience. I shopped at traditions bridal shops and couldn’t find what I wanted. They were able to make the dress exactly as I wanted and have it fit wonderfully. I’m so glad I picked them instead of a traditional bridal shop for my dress!

It was a pleasure from start to finish to work with Manal on designing my dream dress! I had sent her 3 separate dresses and asked her to combine them all into my dream dress.. but in black! I never had luck finding a black dress that looked bridal... until I met Manal! She put together exactly what I was imagining in my head and it’s made perfectly! She was super sweet, helpful, and very responsive. She made the fear of ordering a wedding dress online completely disappear. The turnaround was insanely fast as well. Prices were extremely reasonable given you’re getting a handmade, one of a kind custom dress. I couldn’t be happier with the quality of the customer service and dress I received. I will definitely be recommending Brides and Tailor to everyone looking for a wedding dress! I will update the review with pictures once I say I do!

Manal and her team did such a FABULOUS job creating my custom wedding dress and made the entire experience so painstakingly easy!! I was supposed to get married on Halloween (Covid ruining everything), so I didn’t want a traditional white dress and let me tell you it was SO difficult finding a dress I almost gave up the idea of the non-traditional route. But then I found my saving grace, Manal thank you so so much! She paid attention to all the little details I asked for, gave me so many options of fabric colors, lace appliqués, beadings, etc! Also they made me a matching veil for FREE!! Such a sweet little surprise and you can’t beat that for the price! If you are having trouble finding THE dress, look no further and create your own beautiful gown 💕

I reached out to Brides & Tailor to get a quote for what my dream dress would cost with them. I was surprised at how affordable the quote was, considering I wanted a ball gown with lots of beading/sequens on the corset and sleeves. After looking at all the other great reviews, I decided to give it a go, and I didn't regret it one bit. Manal was very responsive. She responded to all my emails within a few hours. My dress came in the mail a few days ago, and I LOVED IT. The fabric didn't feel cheap at all, and she was able to replicate what I wanted in a dress. It even came with a detachable petticoat so I could make the dress "poofier" if I wanted to, which I really appreciated. I also ordered my veil from them so it could match my dress. The only thing I would warn you about going into this is being absolutely sure of what you want in a dress. I got my dress about 2 months after I made my down payment, so they obviously work on it very quickly and there isn't much room to change your mind once things get going. I definitely recommend getting your wedding dress from Brides & Tailor!!

I cannot express enough how much I love brides and tailor. My dress turned out absolutely beautiful, I love it so much! I can’t thank Manal and the team enough for making my dream dress come to life. It looked gorgeous in the pictures but in real life it is just a million times more stunning, I truly felt like a princess when I tried it on☺️💗 Manal was so great throughout the whole process. Especially when I was unsure about certain aspects, she eased my worries and was very accommodating, her advice is amazing (definitely listen to her advice, she really knows what she’s talking about because my dress turned out to be perfect!) and she’s very trustworthy. I would 100% recommend brides and tailor to any future brides looking for a custom made dress - they really can make anything you want! xx ♥️♥️

It was a nice surprise having it delivered directly to my door step! I got a custom dress bag that contained my beautiful gown. I tried it on just for a sec, it was enchanting. I felt like royalty! The fit is great, you really don't have to worry, Manal and her team will make it right and make you happy!

A few months ago, I fell head over heels for a dress that was no longer being made - after searching and searching for other similar options, I decided that I would never get the dress out of my mind and that I needed it to be custom made...that's when I came across Brides & Tailor...and let me tell you, it was by far the best custom experience I've ever had. I was assured that the dress would be made on time (and in fact, it came early!) and that they would do everything in their power to create something beautiful...and wow, is it beautiful! Working with Manal was a breeze and her communication was out of this world. The dress fits like a glove and the details are exquisite. I could not recommend Brides & Tailor enough!

I wanted a knee-length tulle ballgown, a perfect matching floor-length overskirt, a drop veil, a jacket, and I wanted it to all be custom-fitted and made in the USA...oh and all of that under 3 grand. She did it for even less than I expected, and also included a customized butterfly belt. It was incredible! I loved my dress so much I gave her permission to feature it on her website so you can look for yourself. Don't be scared to order online from a true expert! https://www.bridesandtailor.com/erin-jamels-wedding-day-in-virginia/