About this vendor
iCON Bridal & Formal is a full-service bridal boutique featuring exclusive collections to suit various budgets. Committed to quality service and reliability, we welcome the opportunity to be a part of your iconic day!
Alterations:
With more than 28 years of experience in alterations and tailoring, our skilled seamstresses are dedicated to making you look and feel your best!
Hours:
Monday - Friday: 11:30am to 7pm
Saturday: 10am to 5pm
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Accessories
- Cover Ups
- Hair Accessories
- Tiaras
- Sashes & Belts
- Veils
Business Attributes
- Black-owned Business
- Woman-owned Business
Dresses
- Bridesmaid Dresses
- Flower Girl Dresses
- Mother of the Bride Dresses
- Shower & Party Dresses
- Wedding Dresses
Fashion Services
- Alterations
- Bridal Stylists
- Custom Designs
- Dry Cleaning & Preservation
- Group Discounts
- Plus Size Available
Suits & Accessories
- Bow Ties
- Cummerbunds
- Shoes
- Ties
- Tuxedos & Suits
- Vests
Awards and Affiliations
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Such great people to work with! Made the dress buying experience so easy and fun.
I had the most incredible experience at Icon Bridal Shop! From the moment I walked in, My 2 x guests and I were greeted with warmth and professionalism. The boutique itself is lovely, with a beautifully curated selection of wedding dresses that provide variety without being overwhelming. Theresa was extremely helpful, truly listening to my preferences and guiding me to the perfect dress. Prices of the gowns were also fantastic, without compromising on quality or craftsmanship.
If you're looking for a bridal shop that combines elegance, exceptional customer service, and a personalized touch, Icon Bridal is the place to go!
The ladies at Icon were extremely welcoming of my family and I. The process was fast, but I wasn’t rushed. I just really loved their selection which made it easy to find the perfect dress for my day. The sale they had made my dress 50% off! They have beautiful designer on a budget. Ms. Connie was so helpful walking through alterations. Great team!
My stylist was the sweetest & the most helpful person ever! I am so grateful for this experience & am so excited for my big day!
The service I received was wonderful. Connie was so attentive and kind. The selection of dresses was excellent, I instantly found 8-9 that I loved. All dresses were reasonably priced as well.
Picking out a wedding dress is fun and at the same time is stressful. I am glad I went to ICON and met Biancha. She truly listened to my style and was able to select multiple dresses that fit my vision. Working with her made me feel relaxed and gave me an on-the-spot consultant that offered tips on how to enhance the dress up to my vision and requirement. Changing in and out of wedding dresses can be an exhausting endeavor. Thanks to Biancha and her experience, I fully appreciated each style and how it would present on my special day. Her patience and professionalism throughout the process is one of the many wonderful things about ICON.
Arriving back home after a long day of wedding dress activities, I reviewed the pictures taken and consultation notes from Biancha that made me realize that I had found THE dress with ICON! I immediately phoned in my order for the dress that I wanted. To my surprise, Biancha had already set the dress aside! She remarked that she could sense that I enjoyed the dress and saw that it reflected my style. She was 100% right!
My family and I thoroughly enjoyed the experience at ICON. Biancha brought a wealth of knowledge, and I am so thankful to have her as my dress consultant that helped me with my selection. I highly recommend ICON to any brides-to-be!!
Bianca was amazing! She took into account everything I thought I wanted and was able to change the style based on my opinion of the current dresses. She took the time for the measurements and even asked for a second opinion before ordering it. She did not push any dresses on me and provided a great experience!
I found my dress at iCON Bridal the first time, but I wasn't sure if I wanted to buy it. Bianca was super friendly and helpful in showing me all the different styles of dresses. She was patient and answered all my questions. I went back a few times and each time they were kind and welcoming. When I decided on a dress, Bianca took the time to make the moment memorable and I really apprecaited that. I would highly recommend this bridal shop if you're looking for a wedding dress!
It was so great and I felt they really got to know me and I felt really listened to. I’m so happy I got my dress.
I visited iCon Bridal a few weeks ago to find a wedding dress, and Emerson was fabulous! I was honest and shared that I had already visited one shop and found a dress that I liked, so everything I tried on at iCon would be trying to beat it - and Emerson found it! She immediately understood the style I was looking for and pulled several dresses that were all tough competition with the dress I had previously tried on. She was incredibly respectful of my budget and only pulled or suggested dresses within the budget. I got close to making a decision in the store but needed a little more time, so the staff allowed me to think about it and complete my order whenever I was ready, via phone or email. I ended up ordering my dress a few days later via email. My wedding isn't for over a year, so I won't see my dress for several months, but I was over the moon with the shopping experience! The appointment sign-up originally said that I could only bring 4 guests, but when I requested an extra because my mother was flying in to visit, they were very accommodating. I'm excited that iCon does their alterations in-house, as well.
I truly enjoyed my time at Icon Bridal and Formal! They were so helpful and gave excellent advice on finding the perfect dress for what i envisioned for my wedding. They are so knowledgeable and im so excited that i got my dress from here!
Very attentive and professional. They were able to answer all of my questions.
I can't say enough great things about my experience at iCON Bridal Formal & Alterations! Theresa was absolutely amazing. She helped me every step along the way and made me feel extremely comfortable throughout both of my appointments. I was not rushed at all and she really took time to get to know me and what I was looking for. When a dress that I wanted to try on wasn't in the store she helped by ordering in a loaner. This ended up being the dress I said yes to! A big plus is that all the alterations will be done at iCON so you won't have to go through the hassle of going to and finding someone else to alter your dress. I went to 4 different bridal stores during this process and iCON was hands down the all-around best!
Theresa was the most welcoming soul I have encountered. She made the entire experience special for me. ICON was not our original choice but we are glad to have found her. We went from having a bad experience to having our day brightened up by Theresa. She helped me find the dress for me and I am extremely thankful that she was able to accommodate us.
Connie at iCON Bridal knows her craft very well! I purchased a sample wedding dress elsewhere and the bridal shop I purchased the dress from was unwilling to perform alterations on sample dresses. However, iCON Bridal performs alterations on new dresses purchased in-store as well as dresses purchased elsewhere and other clothing – thank goodness! There were a few scheduling mishaps and few more trips than expected, but I understand that alterations are an iterative process and thankfully I do not live too far away. It all worked out in the end, and she did a PHENOMENAL job and the dress looked AMAZING! Thank you, Connie!
iCON was such a blessing to me. I have had a dress for my wedding for years but as my wedding date loomed closer, the dress I had picked out didn't seem like a good fit anymore--it felt dated and like it represented a different moment of my life that I no longer resonated with.
My friend was the one who found iCON and I was able to get an appointment the same day. I was really nervous going into the appointment being less than 70 days out from my wedding. Most places I had looked at recommended looking at a dress nine months out and I was feeling really uneasy about working with a bridal shop.
When I walked into the shop, Teresa and Connie were so warm and welcoming to me and didn't make me feel bad about wanting to find a new dress so close to my wedding day. It was very easy to work with them and I felt comfortable in the space. I was able to find my absolute dream dress and within time for my wedding.
They made the whole experience very pleasant and easy, which were important to me since I was very nervous and uncomfortable about going dress shopping in the first place.
If you are looking for a welcoming, warm place to find your wedding dress, iCON is the place.
Great customer service, beautiful gowns and the fact that they have their tailor services in-house, makes it super quick and easy to get alterations done. This was a life saver for me after being turned down by other places for not having enough time to get alterations done before the wedding.
I went to 3 different stores looking for a wedding dress and I couldn’t find nothing I liked. It was depressing searching for a dress for my curvy body. Finally my friend recommended them and I found the perfect dress!
I’m also able to do all my alterations here as well.
Perfect one stop shop! Connie is absolutely the best!
I highly recommend this store!
I had a wonderful experience dress shopping at iCON! They had the best selection of dresses for my budget. Biancha was so helpful, friendly, and patient, working with me to find the perfect dress!
After going to 6 other dress appointments, ICON was the answer to my wedding dress prayers! The staff was incredibly helpful and they made both my family and I feel incredibly comfortable. They let me try on multiple dresses as many times as I wanted too and they helped me pick the dress of my dreams! Thank you to the staff at ICON!
I had such an amazing experience. The store has a great selection of dresses to choose from. I was able to find the perfect wedding dress!
I went shopping at iCON Bridal and was so impressed from start to finish. Theresa was patient, attentive, and professional throughout my appointment, helping me try different styles and discussing ideas to make each gown work better for me (a belt, lace or tulle at the bust, more or less crinoline at the skirt, etc.). I was allowed to select dresses to try on while she personally selected a few other options for me to try as well. Guess what...I went with one of her choices!
When the building's fire alarm went off (just a fire drill) while I was wearing my favorite dress, she remained calm, professionally wrapped up my appointment, and ensured that everything was in the system so that I could call to order my dress later in the week instead of having to return in person.
Connie helped me order my dress over the phone and email, making it easy to confirm details in writing before paying online. I'm so excited for my beautiful wedding gown to come in and to use iCON for my alteration services as well.
I reached out to ICON looking for a very specific dress request. Not only did they have the designer and dress, they got me in for an appointment the very next day. I had a great experience and ordered a dress for priority delivery. Thank you Connie and team!
Connie was very helpful and provided dresses and ideas based on my ideas and problem areas. She made the experience enjoyable and I was able to pick out my dress with confidence!
I had such a great experience at iCON. My private consultation was exactly what I needed to start the daunting process of finding the perfect dress. I also went back twice, as I was torn between two gowns. The customer service was exceptional and I really enjoyed working with Ruth and Bianca. I found a gorgeous dress and they did everything to help me find something that has me feeling my best. Great location, very personalized, and wonderful service!
Icon went above and beyond with my wedding dress alterations. I was told I had to go to a specific place because of my dress designer but they charged double the amount and we’re pushing me to get alterations done that I did not want. Icon was fabulous and made me feel like a princess on my wedding day. They went the extra mile to tweak my dress after I tried it on and even walk to my dress to my car to make sure it was hung up the right way. Thank you for a fabulous experience.
I had to change my appointment last minute due to an unforeseen circumstance and they accommodated me. From the moment I walked in the door, I felt welcome. It was a pleasant experience. Best part of the day was finding my dress at first try.
Ruth was amazing, accommodating, and very helpful. I said yes to the dress!!!
Wow! I had the most special experience finding my wedding dress at iCON. First off, Connie, is a gem! She listened to me and knew my exact style and preferences. Trying on dresses was seamless and by the third dress I had found the one! She was so helpful during the whole process and made the boutique feel like home. iCON also carries so many beautiful dresses and accessories, it’s like a one-stop shop! I can’t recommend this bridal/dress boutique enough— thank you to Connie and iCON for an unforgettable experience and being the bridge between my dress and me!
iCON Bridal was my first and best wedding dress appointment. As a plus sized bride, I was very anxious that my options could be limited. iCON made the experience memorable, dignifying, and fun. Connie and her staff made me feel so comfortable. There was a good selection to try on, and most dresses could be ordered in multiple tones (mine will be a blush color!). I was also able to try on any sample I wanted. I'm so happy to be giving my business to iCON. I would recommend this boutique to anyone. I can't wait for my dress to come in.
Icon Bridal is an amazing store! Biancha was helpful, attentive, friendly and responsive to my needs. She was easy to talk to and made me feel comfortable and at ease. The owner who is also the seamstress was also so helpful and warm. It is a small, intimate place where you get individual attention. I loved that they ask for your style and sample pictures of what you’re looking for ahead of time so they have some options similar to your style ready when you arrive. I highly recommend Icon Bridal!
Connie, Teresa and Ruth are the best in the business. I went to iCON several times to shop for my dress and both my grandmothers dresses. While I ended up selecting a sample dress from a different salon, I was taken with how friendly and knowledgeable the crew at iCON was (much, much less snooty then many of the other area stores). I always felt warmly welcomed. I ended up bringing my dress back for alterations, and Connie did an absolutely PHENOMENAL job on a big alteration--- 7 layers of cathedral skirt with horsehare to hem and bustle, as well as some reconstruction of the bodice. It was done expertly, and very neatly. Additionally, they handled both my grandmothers with aplomb and grace (even the grumpy one with a bit of dementia) to make a fun memory that I will treasure forever. I cannot recommend iCON bridal and Formal enough!
This store is great if you know what you want but can describe it or nail it down. The associate was super helpful at guiding me as well as picking some out for me! She went above and beyond to make sure i understood what the back and front looked like minus all the clips. I did not get my dress here but the experience was nothing short of greaT!
After going to many stores and trying many many dresses my daughter was so happy to find the perfect dress at ICON Bridal. The dress arrived at the store when stated and was custom fitted with plenty of time to spare. The tailor paid attention to detail and did not rush my daughter at all with her requests, and so the dress fitted perfectly on her wedding day. Excellent customer service.
The employees are very personable and never pressured me! Connie was very patient in helping me find the perfect dress!
Such great service and a beautiful selection of dresses
iCON has been wonderful to work with on my wedding dress! Ruth helped me narrow down what I was looking for from iCON's large selection during my try-on appointment. I ultimately found the perfect one that fit right off the rack! And Connie has been wonderful to work with, from walking me through the process of creating sleeves for my dress to being flexible with my crazy schedule. Planning a wedding from across the country is hard enough and iCON has been a breeze!
Connie was fantastic; from the moment I called to ask about in-stock dress options for my wedding in 2 1/2 months, to picking out dresses before I got there based on my style preferences, to ensuring my friend and I had as much fun as possible during our appointment. She was fantastic at keeping me relaxed, being able to read my facial expressions and mood, as well as providing reassurance throughout the entire appointment (anxious bride-to-be here!). I have nothing but positive things to say about my experience here! Highly recommend!
Phenomenal Service! I called several bridal shops looking for my dress. I finally called Icon Bridal and they were able to locate my dress immediately. The energy in the store was amazing. The customer service was top tier. If you are looking for somewhere to shop for your dress, look no further. Thank you, Icon Bridal!
I had a great experience at iCON Bridal! The team was extremely helpful from booking up until my appointment. They also had a great selection of dresses and I was able to find my dress here!
Icon was great! The woman who helped us (I can’t remember her name at the moment, but everyone in there was great!) was so cheerful, easy to work with, kept things moving but didn’t make me feel rushed, and made me feel like a beautiful bride! Highly recommend!
Extremely helpful during the entire shopping process. Very knowledgeable about alterations, dress designs, accessories, etc. They will go out of their way to help make your dream dress a reality!
I worked with Teresa and we had such a fun time trying on dresses. This was the fourth wedding dress shop I had been to and it was by far the best experience. Teresa also had such good attention to detail and great taste. One of the dresses she picked out for me ended up being the one! Also their alteration costs are much more affordable than others in this area. Overall I highly recommend this boutique. Thank you for giving me such a wonderful experience!
Don’t hesitate going to iCON! Connie was amazing and helped me find the perfect dress. She took her time and talked me through (the many) changes I wanted to make as well. She was so attentive and really wants every bride to love her dress! Highly recommend her and iCON!
Hi! I'm not a traditional bride. I'm actually 44 years old and I have been married for 9 years, but we couldn't have a wedding celebration before. The adventure of looking for the dress to celebrate now our marriage has been smooth thanks to Icon Bridal & Formal!
All the staff was very professional, kind and patient during our appointment for me to try dresses, and they were courteous with my mom and cousin who were with me on that day to help me choose for the perfect dress :) Thanks you Icon Bridal & Formal! I'm looking forward our next appointment for the fitting and alteration of my beautiful dress.
I could not have asked for anything more in a wedding dress shopping experience! I was lucky enough to be able to get a same day appointment, and I felt that Theresa and Connie were both attentive to me and my mom while we shopped. Theresa helped me figure out what I wanted and listened to me without pushing for a sale. The stock was great- all the dresses came in different sizes, colors, and were alterable so even though I bought a dress off the rack, I feel like I will have a custom gown by my wedding day. The prices were mostly between $1000-$2000, which was right in our budget. Would highly recommend going here!
I am so glad I scheduled an appointment at Icon! From the moment I walked in with my mom and sisters I was given the full attention of Ruth who was helping us and we got input and feedback from Connie (who I later found out not only leads on alternations but who is the owner and founder). The team at Icon pulled several dresses that were exactly the style I was interested in before I got there and they let us look around to try other styles too! I can’t say enough good things about this team - I am so happy I got my dress with them and look forward to going back for my alterations!!
The staff was welcoming, friendly, and helpful! The dress selection was great!
The staff at iCON were incredibly helpful with helping me find the perfect dress for my big day. They were so kind and complementary throughout the process. I was especially grateful that they were never pushy and even encouraged me to get a less expensive veil online rather than the ones I tried on there.
I had an amazing experience at iCON Bridal Formal & Alterations. The staff was so kind and helpful and made me feel very special. I was able to find my dream dress and say "yes" to the dress. Definitely recommend coming here!
LOVE iCON. Such friendly staff and they have a selection of beautiful gowns. I was a COVID bride and had to deal with a 1 year delay on my wedding and they were so patient while I found a new date. Connie is such a sweetheart and treats you like family. Highly recommend!
Thank you Icon Bridal & Formal for helping me have my dream wedding gown! Ruth and Connie are amazing helper. My wedding dress had to be altered 2 times because I lost weight, but Connie finish it on time and it fit me perfectly!
ICON bridal was wonderful in helping me select my wedding gown! I had a private appointment with my mom and a friend. Theresa took her time and helped me select the dress of my dreams. I would highly recommend them!
In total, went to 10+ bridal shops in the DMV area and ended up buying my dress here! Connie was beyond amazing- having her knowledge as a seamstress while trying to find the one was extremely invaluable. I'm extremely picky and knew I'd have to end up making some customization to my dress to fit my needs, having Connie's expertise so I could know exactly what I could do with the dress in alterations was perfect and helped me finally say yes to the dress! Thank you to the entire ICON team for the amazing experience, extremely professional and knowledgeable which really set my experience here apart from others!
Choosing a dress with iCON bridal was such an easy and enjoyable process. My best friend and I were warmly greeted and felt very supported throughout the whole process. I never felt rushed or pressured! The selection of dresses were all high quality and there were a variety of options and styles to choose from. I had no idea what style I wanted and the iCON bridal team was patient and excited to help guide me through all of the different options!! It was a great experience!
Connie helped me to find the most amazing wedding gown. She and her alterations team added some extra beautiful details and made sure the dress fit me perfectly.
Great experience trying on dresses and finding the right style for me. They have so many dresses in all colors for all shapes and sizes. Connie made the process so much fun even during COVID.
I used iCON bridal to find my dress and will be using them for my alterations, and Connie was so helpful and such a pleasure to work with! I had pretty specific requests for my dress, and Connie was able to find a dress for me that met those requirements, and she is also able to add the alterations needed to make the dress exactly how I want it!
*Update - I had such a great experience with iCON not once, but twice! I had a "small" covid wedding in February 2021 and iCON was especially accommodating as my needs and plans changed. My husband and I were fortunate enough to have our originally planned reception this past February 2022 for our anniversary and iCON couldn't have been more helpful. They gave me great advice on the time frame of getting my dress cleaned. And when small adjustments needed to be made they were very helpful and made sure everything was done on time. They made me feel beautiful and confident and were so supportive. I cant' suggest them enough!
This is an update to my previous July 2020 review and I just want to reiterate how wonderful Connie and the whole team at iCON are! For any bride getting married in the DMV, I would highly recommend them!! My dress was absolutely amazing and they did everything they could to make sure every detail was perfect. They even made me a matching mask from fabric from my dress! Connie was also beyond helpful. I had ordered a veil from Etsy and two days before my wedding it still hadn't arrived. Connie steamed and set aside a veil for me that I could pick up the day before my wedding to make sure I still had a veil. We were in contact all week to check in on whether I would need one or not. She was beyond supportive and understanding! I can't wait for our 2022 vow renewal/reception so I can wear my dress again!
Loved working with Connie! She was so helpful and patient. I went to about 10 different shops and it wasn’t until I went to icon that I finally felt comfortable falling in love with my wedding dress. If you are a bride who knows what she wants, definitely check them out!!
Connie was amazing! She took the time to listen to the style I visualized for my wedding dress.
My style honestly felt far fetched. It was to be very conservative with an elegant sheath design. I have visited several bridal shops before with the same request but not one dress met my needs. One shop offered extensive alterations but for a huge cost. So I was not surprised when Connie had trouble finding a sample at the shop since almost all the dresses there had an open back.
But she did have a dress in mind and she showed me online. It was perfect, a modest dress with a sheath design and a gorgeously designed train. She ordered it for me to try on and I look forward to trying it on when it arrives.
They even had several modest dresses online, not just one. From all the bridal shops I have gone to, this was the only place who had my style with no need for any crazy alterations.
Such a nice place and such understanding staff. We went in June and they extremely understanding to our needs. As a bride with a disability they were very caring and kind when I need to cancel due to health needs. I found the perfect dress that I had been dreaming about on their sample sale! There were customization I wanted to make the dress fit my needs and they were extremely supportive of finding what would make it fit my dream dress. Highly recommend and will be back to get my dress altered!
Connie and the Icon team were amazing- The worked with me to order a dress they typically did not carry, and managed to still get it in time for multiple rounds of alterations even after being closed for months for Covid. They went above and beyond and I could not have picked a better place to work with!
I had a great experience picking out my wedding dress at ICON Bridal. My first appointment was great as they had already pulled some dresses based on my preference that I shared beforehand. There was a lot to choose from and I found a couple that I really liked. I came back for a follow up appointment which was easy to schedule and then I said ‘yes to the dress’. The entire staff was very nice and helpful throughout the process. They are also taking every precaution to keep customers safe - I appreciated that we were the only customers there for our appointment. I can’t wait for the dress to arrive!
Theresa made the entire experience easy and fun!!! She was knowledgeable and personable. She made sure that I found the right dress for me! Connie was very helpful on the phone.
I love that they do alterations as well. I'm sure that the rest of my experience with them will be just as seamless as shopping was!!
The team at Icon Bridal were amazing to work with. I found an amazing dress and they were able to customize sleeves onto the dress that matched perfectly. I could not have asked for more. Amazing selection of dresses and amazing people who put 100% into make your dress perfect for you. Highly recommend!!
iCON Bridal was the first wedding dress story I went to and it was an incredible experience! Theresa was so kind, accommodating, and helpful. Her advice and feedback was filled with the intention of helping me find my dream dress, and was never "sales-y" or pushy. She also really took a look at the survey I filled out prior to the appointment, which made me feel like she truly wanted to personalize the experience for me. The store had every style you could think of and I was able to try on multiple different dresses so that I could really learn what I wanted. Highly recommend iCON for any bride!
Great service! Everyone there was so friendly and did everything they could to help me find my dream dress. Theresa was wonderful and was so patient with me because I kept trying on the same dresses. Every gown in the store is beautiful and I wanted to say yes to them all. Excellent customer service and I am happy to say that Icon Bridal & Formal helped me say yes to the dress! I definitely recommend saying yes to the dress at Icon Bridal and Formal! :)
This shop is nothing short of wonderful! They have a great dress selection for a relatively small shop. I picked a wedding dress that
was beautiful but needed some altering to fit the vision I had and Connie and her team made it happen! I was helped by one of the assistants, Teresa, who was patient and offered some great suggestions until I was able to find the ONE. At my second appointment, I was graciously directed to Connie by one of the other front desk assistants. When I explained to Connie and the other seamstress the adjustments I wanted, they said it would be doable and made the process pleasant and seamless. The alterations involved adding fabric to the back of the dress and adding lace and beading as well as other alterations. They were very patient and made any additional changes I requested after the fittings started. They also steamed my veil that I had purchased from another store as a courtesy. They were understanding and flexible if I ever had to change an appointment time or was running a little late. Well, the dress came out BEAUTIFULLY and I got so many compliments from my guests! I am quite pleased and grateful for the excellent service and care I received by the team at Icon Bridal & Formal and I would highly recommend them!
Due to Covid, my fiancé and I decided moved our big wedding ceremony up from May of 2021 to have a super small intimate wedding this October so my dress selection was a little limited due to time constraints. I had never tried on a wedding dress before so I had no idea what style would even look good on me. I had gone to one other wedding dress boutique that day prior to my appointment with icon, thinking I had found the one there, but I still wanted to check the place out. Upon walking into the appointment, I had exchanged multiple emails with Connie about what kind of dresses and styles I liked so she could pull some for me before I got there. I had a two hour appointment, which was really nice because the other place I went to only offered 1.5 hour appointments and having never tried on wedding dresses before, I wanted to try them all, so I felt a bit rushed.
Connie and her team were so amazing. They abided by all the Covid rules and were super sanitary which was greatly appreciated. (Just bummed I couldn’t bring more than one person but they welcomed FaceTime sessions and we took tons of pictures!)
They had a great selection of gowns to chose from. Right away, we started pulling tons of dresses and got right to it. They let me take me time and assured me that whichever dress I decided to go with it would be here in time to do alterations and have it ready before the big day.
2 hours and what felt like 20 dresses later, I ended up falling in love with two of them. At this point I was over my two hour appointment, but they totally understood how important of a decision this was and let me try on the two dresses one more time to help with the final decision. I ended up saying YES to the dress and I could not be more excited for my future husband to see me in it!
You will not be disappointed if you go to ICON.
The best! I went to 5 appointments in 3 days, and this was my last one. Connie was by far the best consultant I worked with all weekend! I was exhausted and thinking I wouldn't find a dress better than the WAY over budget dress I found in VA. But Connie helped me find the perfect dress (bonus: it was under budget!!). When COVID got out of hand she was responsive and made sure I got my dress altered in time for me to take it home with me for our private Zoom wedding.
Did I mention free parking??
I had a great experience at iCON with Connie! My parents and maid of honor were able to join me, socially distanced of course during Covid, and my other bridesmaids were able to join via zoom. Connie made us all feel so welcome and relaxed and was so nice to work with. She let my mom, maid of honor, and I all look through the dresses to pick my top choices, but also had recommendations pulled from my pinterest board. She was also exceptionally patient with me and let me takes lots of pictures and retry on dresses to narrow down my favorites. I ended up taking a week to think about my decision and Connie was just as friendly and gracious when I came back. I am so excited about my dress and know I will look beautiful on my wedding day. Connie was so wonderful to work with and was a huge part of the reason I decided to go with iCON. She made me feel at ease about everything, including the timeline of when my dress will arrive and my budget. Thank you again Connie and iCON!!
I had a good experience at ICON bridal. They ordered the dress I wanted which was there for me when I arrived and the appointment went smoothly.
Connie and Teresa of Icon Bridal are amazing!! Teresa was super patient, and helped me to pick out the perfect silhouette for my body type. All of the alterations can be done in house which makes it super convenient. Wonderful experience from start to finish, I definitely recommend them!
They are great! They are very welcoming and accommodating. They have lots of different styles and once they know what you like, they offer great suggestions. Definitely recommend them!!
I had the most amazing experience at Icon Bridal. It was everything I dreamed of. Connie is the absolute best! Her attention to detail was outstanding. She listened and ensured I had everything I needed to make my day perfect. I would highly recommend Icon to any bride to be.
Wonderful service—I really felt like a bride! The consultants found things for me to try on that they knew I would like based upon the pictures I brought it, and I found the perfect dress. Absolutely fantastic experience.
Consultant was very helpful and attentive to every thing I desired and imagined for my wedding dress.
Very caring and attentive. Detail oriented where it counts, relaxed where they should be. This is my 2nd wedding, so I have more experience and can highly recommend iCON. They made my dress customized in style and fit--like it was made for me. Couldn't ask for more.
Connie was an absolute doll from the first day that I walked into her shop! She made sure that I was completely satisfied with the dress that I chose and accommodated me through my choices in shoes and multiple alterations to make sure that my dress was perfect! I had visited other stores before coming across Icon Bridal and I am so grateful to have found this place!! They were also the only store that I had found which carries the designer of my dream dress, Morilee by Madeline Gardner! I chose the Maya dress and there was only one left in stock in the entire US!! Icon Bridal was able to get their hands on that dress in time for my wedding!! An absolute 10 out of 10 with their selection of dresses as well as the staff that works there!!!
So happy with my gown from icon! Connie is so sweet and worked with me to get exactly what I wanted, she met with me many times and even went out of her way to meet really close to the wedding to ensure the gown was perfect. They steamed it and everyone loved it on the day of! They kept in touch throughout the process and everything turned out amazing. They also had reasonable prices which is appreciated! Would definitely recommend!
You absolutely must go see Connie and Theresa at iCON Bridal Formal. They’ve done several tuxedos for my fiancé/husband over the years and treated me like royalty when I came in to try on wedding gowns. I loved the personal attention that Teresa gave me during my appointment and the repeated assistance and consults over the next couple of weeks as I finally came to a decision. When I finally found The One, they were patient, kind and supportive, helped me to order exactly what I wanted and gave me suggestions for slight alterations to make the dress my own. Not to mention, it was so fun as they shared in my excitement as if it were the first time for any of us! Makes me wish I had so many other formal engagements so I can go back there again and again.
This is an update since my wedding was postponed due to Covid and my ongoing relationship with iCON Bridal & Formal has lasted for several years now. I can’t say enough good things about their patience and kindness. They feel like family to me and have gone out of their way to accommodate my every want and need. Connie helped to keep me calm during the pandemic and to continue to stay uplifted throughout the process and she re-generated my excitement as we got closer to my new wedding date. This place is a one stop shop for all things bridal and alterations and I cannot say enough good things about them.
Thank you for everything!
I had a great experience with everyone at iCON (special shout out to Theresa for her patience as I tried on about 50% of the store), but the star of the show was def Connie! From her miracle-working talents as a seamstress to her attention and sincere enthusiasm & excitement for each and every one of her brides (& our dresses), I could not have been happier that we chose iCON!
I purchased a wedding dress on Saturday June 23 from Icon Bridal and Formal in Darnestown, MD. After talking to the sales representatives and trying on several gowns, I decided to say yes to the dress to an Allure gown. The sample gown was a size 12 and was about 2 inches too small in the back as the buttons would not close. Before making the purchase, I checked with the bridal reps regarding shipment dates. These individuals (Rita and one other rep) were not sure whether my dress would get here in time and made a call to Connie, the store owner and manager. Connie confirmed that my dress would arrive at a minimum of 4 weeks prior to my departure date which would give me ample time to go through several alterations. The representatives indicated they would provide my shipment date once I completed the transaction. I paid for the dress which was over $2,400. While reading over my invoice, I pointed out to the representative that my shipment date was not on my invoice. The representative then told me that I would have to call Connie Monday morning to receive shipment dates which sounded quite odd to me. Needless to say, the transaction had already went through.
On Monday, I called Connie at least 4 times throughout the day. She proceeds to request that I come in to try on the sample again so she can see how much room I need. On Wednesday, June 27, 4 days after I purchased and tried on the dress I went back to Icon Bridal to discuss options with the owner.
When I tried on the sample dress....oh my goodness it fit, which was odd because I had been eating ribs, delicious bread from Coastal Flats, margaritas and other food items that would not lead to significant weight loss over a 4 days period. Connie proceeds to tell me that I lost a lot of weight and should stick to the sample dress and that " I would only need to lose 1-2 inches in my mid-sections and the dress will fit better and less tight". And then it dawned on me, she must have let the dress out before I came in because 2 inches did not magically disappear from my upper torso area. She did all of this because the dress they told me I could order would not be in on time and she did not want to lose the business.
On Thursday 6/28, I called Connie, because she still, while at the store on Wednesday, said she didn't have the shipment date for the order. She left a voicemail saying " Your shipment date is not until October 26".....which means I would not receive my dress until the last few days of October or the first week of November. When I called her back, she confirms that the October 26 shipment date is correct. I informed her that she is in breach of contract because upon transaction, we agreed I would receive my dress at a minimum of 4 weeks. While on the phone, she proceeds to pretend as if she did not know it was "Sherresa" she was speaking to and says she had a different brides paperwork and indeed my dress would be here.
At this point, I had enough with the shenanigans. I requested a refund due to her breach of contract and misrepresentation of information to obtain a sale. Connie indicates she can't refund my money.
If you are considering doing business with Icon Bridal, you should definitely reconsider. You should definitely do a Maryland business license search where you will find that Connie and Icon Bridal are 2 years behind on filing taxes.....Think if that is someone you want to give your business to.
I absolutely loved working with Connie and her staff at Icon Bridal. From my very first visit (with 6 people in toe) they were lovely and accommodating. They let us take pictures and made it feel like a party! The boutique is on the smaller side, but there is more than enough room and seating, and I liked that the space felt more intimate. I tried on about 10 dresses during my appointment, including many designers and styles I had been stalking online. It took about 9 months for my dress to come in after I placed the order, but that is par for the course with unique couture gowns (this is why it pays to do things early). Once it arrived, I had 3 fittings within a two-month period. Connie worked with my schedule and her attention to detail paid off. The dress of my dreams fit perfectly and I had a blast wearing it on the big day. Working with Icon Bridal was a major highlight of the wedding planning process and I highly recommend them!
The women who work at Icon Bridal are extremely friendly. They make you feel so special every time you go for your wedding fittings. They were accommodating with the adjustments I wanted to make to my wedding dress and were reasonably priced. In addition, they held onto my dress until my wedding weekend, so I did not have to worry about taking it home and hiding it from my now husband. I was very happy with the way the dress fit and how it all came together day of. The dress I originally bought was strapless and I had them add straps. Unfortunately one of my straps came undone at the beginning of my reception and I had to keep safety pinning it back to my dress throughout the night. I also ordered my dress in December and was told it would come in by May, but my dress did not come in until the beginning of August. Icon Bridal was one of the few stores in the area who carried the designer and dress I was looking for, but I may have gone with a different company if more stores in the area carried the dress I wanted.
After reading all the reviews for the shop I was excited to go and see the collections and options they had. In the end I purchased the dress at their shop. The problems started with alterations, the first alteration a needle was left in my dress, second alteration the fabric was pulled in places and had to be let out and replaced in other places in all I had to go in more then 5 times for alterations. After my ceremony in Mexico in March 2017 I took the dress back for a cleaning and preservation in the end of March, this is when the problems really began, they told me the cleaning will take 6-9 weeks, by their timeline I should have had my dress back by mid May of 2017 if they needed longer time I should have had it at the latest in June of 2017. It is now November 2017 and I still don't have my dress back, they do not return my calls about the dress, I have been calling them weekly and no answer, I have also sent email they had responded with them by saying they need a couple more weeks, other emails have not been answered, this have been going on more then three months now, my resent conversation that I had with them - over the phone - they said again that they will call me when my dress is in, the lady on the phone actually hanged up on me once I told her that I have called before, they have no idea where it is and I believe that they have lost it and can't return it to me. I had the worst costumers serve from this shop - when it comes to getting my dress back! If I knew this when I was shopping for my dress I would have avoided going to this shop to purchase my gown. I am extremely distort that at this point I do not have any idea where my dress is located and how I can get it back! If they do not call me back by the end of this month I am afraid that i will have to purse legal advise and take them to small claims court to get my $3000 back from the shop.
I had a great experience here for my June 2017 wedding, and I got my dress elsewhere. Icon was recommended to me by a bride/friend who got married in Baltimore in early 2017. I am so glad I listened to her! My dress was a sample from Love Couture in Potomac, and because of that, they only handed me listed of seamstresses. I got the impression my affordable dress wasn't good enough for them. I came to Connie and she was so sweet. She didn't treat me like a 2nd tier customer for not getting my dress there. I actually bought nothing there (no accessories or anything). She made tweak after tweak to get it just right, and when I didn't have my shoes for awhile, she patiently waited to see if it would need hemmed, letting me come back again and again. When we went to pick it up before the wedding, she patiently showed my mom how to bustle the dress, which had a lot of materials and "petals" going on in the back." When covering my zipper with matching material didn't work out, Connie was ready to add some sparkly crystals to it to give it the pizazz I wanted and avoid having a plain zipper! Connie knows her wedding dresses and her craft!! I love that it's a real dress shop and not just a visit to the home of someone with a sewing machine. The shop is busy for its size, so sometimes you have to wait and remind them who you are/what dress you have at first, especially during busy season. All my girls were out of town, so I usually came by myself after work. Connie or Teresa always helped me get zipped and buckled into my dress! Connie and her team at Icon really care and are 100% supportive of their brides!
I found the dress I wanted using a "Wedding Dress" app on my iPhone that gave me this location. I came down and was slightly disappointed that someone else has already bought the dress off the rack. Luckily, the staff were very accommodating and found something similar to the dress I wanted. Needless to say, it was even better than the one I wanted. I left the shop with my dress in hand and it looked beautiful on me during the wedding day!