Before I found my dress, I had already visited 6 other bridal shops all around Long Island and was starting to feel discouraged. Come December, I found an amazing florist, and she suggested Fantasia Bridal, saying that "all my brides find their... dream dress there! I guarantee it." I didn't have high expectations that that would actually happen, but I went with an open mind on December 31st. Sure enough, I DID find my dream dress! Keep in mind -- this was December 31st, and the bridal shop literally stayed open later for my appointment. Alicia was incredibly patient. For two whole hours, she brought me dresses to try on and let me stare at myself in thought. I'm still embarrassed that I spent two hours doing that without a clue as to the passing time -- but that's the amazing part of it. Alicia and her crew weren't pushy at all, letting me take my time considering each dress. What I also loved was she gave me a variety of dresses to try that were all comfortably within my requested price range. Some exactly matched what I was describing, and others were surprising, fun, and out-of-the-box. After trying on a slew of dresses, I finally put on the Bianca Marie by Maggie Sottero and knew immediately -- I was down with the gown! It was exactly what I was searching for, and Alicia was the one to help me find it. The Fantasia Bridal experience only gets better though -- after I found my dress, it took Alicia just a few minutes to find the PERFECT veil to go with it -- and it was priced at a generous discount! The fact that they have an alterations team in the same store makes it EVEN better. Maria was an absolute charm and is incredible at her craft. Her alterations made my dress fit like a glove in just a few fittings, and everyone was raving about her beautiful bustles! I can't praise Fantasia enough for their service -- SO happy my florist recommended me to their store! I absolutely LOVE my gown and veil, and wouldn't change a thing about them! Complete satisfaction!