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Lastrina Girls Bridal Salon is a wedding dress boutique located in Middletown, CT. this salon offers soon-to-be-newlyweds a luxurious and bespoke shopping experience. From classic to trendy and everything in between, this bridal salon has a wide variety of breathtaking gowns for you and your wedding party.
Lastrina Girls Bridal Salon was started by Krista Lastrina, who came to the wedding industry from a career in architecture. This creative and passionate professional loves working with clients to bring out their inner and outer beauty before their big walk down the aisle. Along with her staff, she strives to provide a thoughtful and attentive service that helps you find the distinctive and memorable dress of your dreams.
When you schedule an appointment at Lastrina Girls Bridal Salon, you will receive a consultation with your own specialist. This stylist will work with you to understand your vision and assist in finding the look that best complements your personal aesthetic and wedding theme. In order to give each client the attention they deserve, the salon requires an appointment in order to try on dresses. For a truly pampering experience, you can book the Signature Appointment, which comes with champagne, light refreshments, two consultants, and exclusive access to the shop. For your convenience, tailoring, gown preservation, and accessories are also available.
Woman-owned Business
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Accessories
Hair Accessories
Sashes & Belts
Veils
Dresses
Bridesmaid Dresses
Flower Girl Dresses
Mother of the Bride Dresses
Shower & Party Dresses
Wedding Dresses
Fashion Services
Alterations
Bridal Stylists
Dry Cleaning & Preservation
Group Discounts
Plus Size Available
Private Appointments Available
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Summary: Lastrina Girls Bridal Salon delivers a personalized, lowāpressure dress shopping experience with friendly, knowledgeable staff and an intimate setting. Reviewers praise the wide, sizeāinclusive selection, attentive consultants, and excellent alterations that helped many find their perfect gown quickly. Many also bought veils, bridesmaid and mother dresses and used preservation services.Review photos
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Deanna S
5.0
5/26/2026
This has become the āfamilyā dress shop for anyone getting married. We always recommend this store. Theyāve been nothing but accommodating and helpful. There were points during the...
fittings I was very nervous about the way my dress was sitting but it came out beautifully and Iām so happy I trusted the girls here. š
Emily S
5.0
5/18/2026
Got my dream dress during a sample sale! Super nice girls!!
Any questions?
Tanisha K
2.0
3/12/2026
Donāt go here if you want to have a good experience.
The day of my wedding dress appointment, I was told the $3000 dress I was purchasing was 100% silk, which was an important fac...
tor in choosing my gown. SEVEN MONTHS LATER (the dress came in a month late) I picked it up, paid the balance, and brought it to my seamstress. (Lastrina does not do alterations, nor are they included in the price). When I tried the dress on again that same day I picked it up, I realized the fabric label said ā100% polyesterā. I contacted the owner of the bridal salon immediately, and she said there was nothing she could do. The owner told me that her salesperson NEVER would have told me it was silk.
The owner then proceeded to give me a lesson on different fabrics.
I told the owner that polyester makes me itchy and she responded saying that āthe majority of your wardrobe consists of polyester.ā She also said that because the dress is a high quality polyester I ādonāt have anything to worry about.ā (Iād like to make it known that I do not know this woman and she does not know me.)
They also charged me $25 for the appointment and said they would take the amount off a dress if I found one. They wrote ā-$25ā on the bill of sale, however never actually took it off the price and charged me the full amount of the dress.
I will be telling everyone not to go here.
Jackie B
5.0
7/11/2025
I tried on dresses at Lastrina and bought my veil there! They were AMAZING. Everyone I worked with was so friendly and helpful. I highly recommend Lastrina!
Emily L
5.0
6/26/2025
Beautiful dresses, appropriate prices! The owner was particularly helpful each time I went for try on appts.
Danielle M
5.0
2/13/2025
I had a wonderful experience at Lastrina Girls Bridal Salon and highly recommend it to any bride-to-be. The intimate and quiet setting made the entire process feel so personal and...
special. I especially want to commend Kāehleyr for her incredible patience and expertise. She truly listened to what I was envisioning, always asking for my opinion first before offering suggestions or allowing the group to provide their thoughts. While I initially had a certain style in mind, Kāehleyr gently directed me towards a different silhouette that I hadn't considered, and it ended up being the dress! I never would have found it without her guidance. I also had a fantastic experience with Bethany, who helped me find the perfect veil to complement my gown. The entire team was professional and so helpful. If you're looking for a bridal salon that provides a personalized, low-stress, and ultimately successful dress shopping experience, Lastrina Girls Bridal Salon is the place to go!
Olivia P
5.0
1/06/2025
Lastrina Girls are the BEST!! I am honestly so sad that my wedding era has come to a close and I canāt spend more time with them. Every single person who works there is so knowledg...
eable, kind, and is driven to make your wedding dress experience so special. Each consultant is super supportive and listens to how you feel in each dress. It is clear that their main goal is to make you feel beautiful and special without any pressure. Not only did I get my wedding dress there, my mom also got her mother of the bride dress there too! We both had our dresses tailored through Lastrina and they did an amazing job on both dresses. I would HIGHLY recommend Lastrina Girls!!!
Njema D
5.0
8/25/2024
I went into Lastrina feeling discouraged about the prospects of finding my dress because of the terrible experiences I had had so far in the process.
Everyone was incredibly welc...
oming. They listened what I thought I wanted and gave me a couple options that were close. I found my dream dress on the first try. It was nice to be with a professional team that only showed me dresses within my budget.
Lastrina was super easy to communicated with and offered me so much advice as a Bride. They aren't trying to take all your money or add any stress to your planning process.
I had my alterations done by Sandra. She was amazing and answer all my questions. When I got my dress, I couldn't be happier with the changes we had agreed upon.
Also, the owner is such a sweet lady. She truly cares that every Bride leaves the store satisfied and happy.
I literally recommend Lastrina to everyone I know that is getting married!
Nina M
5.0
8/19/2024
I had a wonderful experience with Lastrina Girls Bridal Salon. I was nervous about the dress shopping experience but the staff made it enjoyable and I found a dress that I loved! W...
e ended up using their salon for the flower girl and junior bridesmaid dress because they were so wonderful. I definitely recommend Lastrina Girls!
Mikala K
4.0
8/13/2024
Lastrina Girls was my first wedding dress shopping appointment and the consultant pulled a beautiful, unique dress just a couple of dresses into the appointment. It became the dres...
s to beat all day at my other appointments and when I called the next day to come back and try it back on and finalize my decision, the staff at Lastrina made it happen. My dress arrived earlier than expected, and the rest of the fitting and tailoring process went seamlessly, though I didnāt need major changes. Everyone was professional and efficient. Thank you to Lastrina Girls for helping me find the perfect dress!
Samantha H
5.0
7/31/2024
I had an amazing time at Lastrina Girls! I worked with Lucy who really took the time to understand and refine the style of dress I was looking for. She also was so kind and patient...
, and I loved her approach during the entire appointment to understand what I liked and didnāt like about each dress. Ultimately she was able to help me find my dress and I could not be happier. My only wish was that the appointment was longer than an hour as it went by so quickly.
Omaira G
5.0
7/18/2024
Found my dream dress on the first day! Everyone there was super nice and helpful when it came to me trying on dresses. I tried on so many dresses and they were super attentive to m...
y likes and dislikes of every dress, to be able to find MY dress! š„°
Stefanie P
1.0
5/10/2024
Just called to make an appointment and like many other places they require a $25 deposit. Which Iām more than okay with because I wasnāt going to miss the appointment⦠but then the...
women proceeded to tell me that the $25 is non refundable. I would be given a credit that can be used in the store towards a future purchase. Ultimately knowing that Iāve been to another place shopping and didnāt find anything there for me I canāt guarantee Iād be buying a dress from this place either so I would be sitting with a gift card I wouldnāt be using. Just very put out that they want to charge you just for shopping. I didnāt end up scheduling an appointment.
Response from Lastrina Girls Bridal Salon on 05/10/2024
Hi Stephanie! I'm the owner of Lastrina Girls Bridal Salon and I just wanted to take a mom...
ent to clarify :) Our $25 booking fee is is refundable up to 48 hours of the appointment. Having a booking fee is new for us, but not unique to our store alone. Many of us bridal boutiques have implemented this as a way to combat the many no-show appointments and last minute cancellations that we get, which can be especially frustrating on busy days, such as Saturday. The good news is that our fee is only $25, whereas others are $50-$75 and the even better news is that ours goes back to our customers as a store credit for any item and not simply taken as a 'trying on fee'. As well, if someone is simply looking to take a look around, we are always happy to schedule you for a brief store tour, after which, you're welcome to make an appointment. Hope that helps shed a little more light into our field and why we operate as we do. Best wishes to you on your wedding planning journey!
Michelle D
5.0
4/10/2024
I felt so welcomed for my shopping appointment! My stylist pulled some dresses I had seen online and made some of her own recommendations. This was my very first shopping appointme...
nt and I appreciated how patient and eager the team was to help me.
MacKenzie O
5.0
12/15/2023
I cannot say more wonderful words about this place. From start to finish the process was simple. I am a plus sized woman and they had an amazing selection and Krista helped me find...
the dress of my dreams. Even when there was a snafu with my Maid Of Honors dress they stepped in to help us and ease my mind when I started to panic. I cannot reccomend them enough! I wouldn't trade my dress for anything!
Kara R
5.0
12/09/2023
loved the whole bridal experience at Lastrinas! Highly reccomend, especially if you want an small group of people going with you to see your dress choices. I had gone to one other ...
place before trying Lastrinas, and I took 5 people with me. At Lastrina's it was just me and my mom, and it was perfect!!! All of the people I dealt with were so kind and helpful!
Marykate S
5.0
9/09/2023
I cannot thank Lastrina Girls enough for everything they did for me to prepare for my wedding! My dress, my mom's dress, and my bridesmaid's dresses all came from Lastrina Girls. T...
he service was outstanding and all of the dresses were perfect! I highly recommend Lastrina Girls for anyone looking for a positive, professional bridal experience!
Emily S
5.0
9/03/2023
Beautiful, size inclusive selection! Felt like a princess in everything I tried out! Excellent service and professionalism. Bought both my gown and veil, as well a preserved both m...
y pieces with Lastrina Girls. My only regret is that I didn't come here first!!
Linnea S
5.0
8/03/2023
I got my Allure bridal gown from Lastrina. The consultant at my first appointment, Jill, was so amazing! She helped me find my perfect dress. She was so good, that my mother and mo...
ther-in-law both booked appointments with her for their dresses! The selection at Lastrina is the best I saw out of any salon. The alterations department made sure that my dress fit me perfectly and was comfortable! Highly recommended.
Ali T
3.0
8/01/2023
Overall, I really did love the salon. The dress I purchased is gorgeous and exactly what I wanted. The price point is where I thought it would be. My attendant on the initial appoi...
ntment was amazing and thorough.
A couple downsides though-
I went back to try on my dress when it came in and the attendant was silent, awkward and gave me absolutely no direction or help in any way. She made me feel like she had no idea what she was doing and couldnāt wait to get out of there.
Also, my biggest disappointment- at that same appointment when the topic of alterations was brought up, the attendant informed me that their seamstress(s) were completely booked and would not be able to alter my dress. After spending $2,000 in their salon, I would have liked/expected to be able to get my dress altered in the same salon. It was extremely disappointing when she handed me a paper with other places I could take it (none of which were local). It all just seemed very unprofessional to me and I was sad to end my experience there on that note.
Erica C
5.0
4/03/2023
I can't recommend Lastrina Girls enough! It is very clear that each of their staff loves what they do and is invested in making each bride feel as beautiful as possible. I came in ...
to the store with only a very few ideas of what I wanted in a wedding dress. My consultant looked at the single picture I brought and found my dress in an instant. My dress was the second one I put on and she hit the nail on the head when I didn't even know what I wanted. I ordered extra beading to be added to my dress and they worked with me to ensure I would have enough at a reasonable price. I would send everyone I encounter to them without hesitation.
Jennifer D
5.0
2/06/2023
I had the best experience here finding my wedding dress. I felt cared for and like a million bucks at this salon!
Katherine O
1.0
9/25/2022
Lastrina Girls carries a great variety of dresses. This was the second store I looked at and instantly fell in love with my dress. I had a great initial experience and impression o...
f Lastrina Girls. However, once my dress arrived, things changed drastically. To start, they ordered the WRONG SIZE dress. They remeasured me and told me I gained 5 inches (but only in my hips, no where else). The owner (Krista) was rude and not easy to work with. We brought the dress to a recommended tailor and the owner was still talking poorly about me to her own tailor!
Thankfully, her tailor worked her magic and I was able to wear the dress and didn't let this ruin my wedding. If I could go back, I would DEFINITELY NOT go here, nor would I recommend this place.
Response from Lastrina Girls Bridal Salon on 09/26/2022
Katherine, I have discussed this with your and your mother several times. The dress was o...
rdered to your original measurements and that is exactly how it was made. I am quite thrilled that our tailor was able to let the dress out the two inches it needed to be and you were informed that you were not charged for that, in spite of the fact that the dress was proven to be made to your original measurements. Your mother was incredibly hostile and aggressive with me and my entire staff when all we did was offer the same friendly help that we offer to all of our customers and I will not stand for my staff to be bullied. Regardless of all of your continued negativity, I do sincerely wish you a pleasant future married life.
anonymous u
5.0
9/23/2022
I fell in love with EVERY dress I tried on here. The staff was amazing and made the dress buying experience so incredible. As a plus size girl knowing I had OPTIONS was so great. I...
felt so beautiful just trying on dresses. My dress on the day was so perfect it brought all the men in my life ( dad, brothers and husband) to tears.
Response from Lastrina Girls Bridal Salon on 09/26/2022
Ashley, I'm so happy for you that you felt so beautiful and it was such a tear-jerker! It...
is my mission that all brides feel beautiful, regardless of sizing, so I am so glad that mission was accomplished. Cheers to you and your new hubs! :)
J G
3.0
8/08/2022
Lastrina definitely has a gorgeous selection of dresses for reasonable prices, however, I did not have a good customer service experience a single time I visited the shop. During m...
y initial appointment, my consultant had zero personality and my best friend ended up selecting my dress because the consultant was no help. When I went back to try on my dress for the first time after it came in, once again I was met with meek consultants who basically peeled my delicate dress off of me. When I went back a third time to do my first fitting alone, I had no help getting in or out of my dress and basically had to coach another consultant into helping me get my shoes on. I am pretty laid back so I did not let these poor customer service experiences phase me too much because I was happy with my dress, however, I do think that this could upset other brides so I wanted to share my honest experience. The owner (Krista?) is sweet and bubbly, but I had little interaction with her. Lastly, the seamstresses and tailors who they work with do fantastic work. I had no problems with them, however when I had to switch my first fitting appointment and reschedule with Lastrina, Lastrina never called them to inform them I had switched dates so it appeared to them like I was a no-show and Lastrina also did not clearly communicate with me how I was supposed to pay for my deposit so I came unprepared to my first fitting. Overall, nice dresses and good prices, but I felt like there was zero customer service as well as poor handling of my precious wedding dress -- especially after it was paid for!
Lauren B
5.0
1/12/2022
I cannot recommend Lastrina Girls enough!!! They did a private appointment so it wasnāt crazy busy which I can say was wonderful and made me feel so comfortable!! My consultant Hol...
ly was absolutely amazing, attentive, knew exactly which items to pull based on what I explained to her, but most importantly she was amazing with my 2.5 year old daughter who wanted nothing more than to try on flower girl dresses!!! I canāt thank you ladies enough for a wonderful experience and for helping me to find THE dress!
Taylor J
5.0
12/28/2021
I LOVED this bridal salon. Lastrina was the third and last store I went to and I will FOREVER recommend them to any and every bride.
I knew I wanted a long sleeve dress and loved ...
the look of Stella York. I had nearly said yes to a dress in another store, but held out to try a couple more long sleeves on (this one was racerback). After that one, I went to another salon where the owner made comments about me needing Spanx - SO rude. I went to Lastrina and was paired with a stylist. She was so nice and made me feel super good about myself. She put me in a few long sleeves that just weren't me, and the shorter/no sleeves just weren't as good as the one I previously almost said yes to. Toward the end of the appointment, the owner gave a dress to my stylist, a long sleeve Stella York, I tried it on and fell in LOVE. I said yes in that moment!
When I got home, I went to my wedding pinterest board and guess what I saw - that EXACT dress I had ALREADY pinned! It was seriously fate, and I'm SO happy that the owner understood my vision.
I brought my dress back for my fitting (a year later, thanks pandemic!) and had such a positive experience getting fitted. I still needed a veil at the time, but was considering ordering from Etsy. I had asked to try on a couple to lock down the length, but ended up finding one that matched my dress perfectly! They inquired about delivery times and said it was tight, but that it would work for my wedding date - and it did!
Overall, my experience with my dress and veil was AMAZING. I'm not a huge shopper and I'm a super casual/easy bride in general, and they made me feel super special and pretty on my big day. I will forever recommend them to any brides!
Molly A
5.0
11/10/2021
My experience at Lastrina was night and day when comparing to an appointment earlier in the day at another salon. Holly was absolutely amazing - Asking all of the right questions ...
(the tough ones), making sure I got to the true root of what I was looking for. The selection, layout & lighting of the room, and the overall customer service was beyond what I would have anticipated when dress shopping for my wedding. I am so glad I took a chance on this place, and I would 10/10 recommend to anyone looking for their dream dress!
Rebecca P
5.0
10/19/2021
Lastrina Girls Bridal Salon is the only bridal salon you need to go to!
They were nothing but accommodating - I'm not a plus size and they make sure than any size woman feels beau...
tiful and finds her perfect dress! They had tons of dresses in stock that fit me to try on. My dress was actually the second one that I tried on and I couldn't have asked for anything more perfect!
Angela S
5.0
10/13/2021
I had gone to a salon before Lastrina's and did not have the greatest experience. Coming to Lastrina's and working with Katie was NIGHT AND DAY from my first appointment elsewhere....
I did not just feel like an appointment, I felt like a celebrity and was made to feel so special. Katie was incredibly knowledgeable and made this experience so fun. She knew exactly what I wanted and it was not long before I picked out the dress I wanted (which she told me she knew was the one all along, but did not pressure me at all to buy it). HIGHLY recommend Lastrina to any bride looking for an incredible experience!
Megan K
5.0
8/11/2021
I can not say enough great things about this place! As a plus size bride, I found it very difficult to find something that would fit my shape and make me feel like a princess for m...
y big day! As soon as I walked in, I was instantly welcomed with open arms and felt very comfortable. I gave them all of my ideas but told them, I was open to trying a little bit of everything. I am not one to wear a dress but they opened my mind and I fell in love with an amazing Essence of Australia gown. Krista, the owner, was along for the ride and called to check-in and also be there to support me when I said yes to the dress!
Nicole P
4.0
11/24/2020
Lastrina Girls is where I found my dream dress! They have many different designers. You are able to describe what you like and don't like in a dress or show the girls pictures, and...
they will bring out options that fit your budget! They worked very efficiently (almost too efficient and quick moving since many brides are first timers and make decisions a little slower) but they are sweet. They were available in a very timely manner if I had a question for them. I lost some weight between my initial ordering and my fitting, and the lady they work with for alterations still made it turn out gorgeous. I would recommend this place to find your dress!
Michelle K
5.0
11/08/2020
Lastrina Girls is a future bride's dream! After going to a bridal salon in Rocky Hill to get the famous "bridal experience", I walked away without a dress and without feeling I got...
that experience. That specific store made me feel like it was their job to get my sale. I booked an appointment at Lastrina girls solely to keep shopping, but I got so much more. I felt like I was shopping with a good friend, rather than being sold a dress. Tanya was patient and worked with me when I was confused, requested going in opposite directions, and needed more time. Krista was there to help give me feedback in a supportive way that didn't put down one or the other, but in a way that helped me figure out which dress was more me. Together they made this experience amazing!
I would recommend them a thousand times over based on their respect to you as a person, their knowledge of their dresses, and their store experience. They are amazing!
Gina L
5.0
10/21/2020
The ladies at Lastrina were so amazing and helpful! They were the first store I went wedding dress shopping at. I thought I had a silhouette in mind but everything that style I was...
trying on I hated! They started pulling me different styles. I found one I loved, but I didn't feel comfortable committing on day 1. I went to 2 other bridal salons and kept comparing everything to my dress I found at Lastrina. I called them and asked if I could come by that afternoon to retry on that dress. They fit me in!
Krista and the rest of the staff are extremely helpful, knowledgeable, and above all very kind! I wanted my fiance to help with my search for my wedding dress and they were very welcoming to him in the salon as well!
To finish off my look I went with a cape style veil instead of a headpiece veil that I also bought at Lastrina. My mother also bought her dress at Lastrina and looked beautiful!
Kelly L
5.0
6/02/2020
A 2-part review and both 5 stars!
Lastrinaās was the first stop in my wedding dress hunt, but not first choice. I live in another state, so this visit was purely so my elderly Nana...
could see me in wedding dresses. A cousin had found her dress here and raved about the experience, but I had made other appointments for myself and did not go in expecting much.
I initially thought an A-line, sweetheart was best for my body type and wanted something lace with a little wow factor. Holly was my consultant and she was very patient with my not great attitude and worked with me to try on dresses I thought I would look good in. I felt meh in all of them.
She sensed my frustration around the 5th dress and pulled something from the far side of the shop. āHumor meā she said. It honestly looked like crap hanging, but onā¦holy crap. It was stunning! The total opposite of what I thought I wanted/needed. Climbed up on the box in front of the mirror and just cried.
Holly put me in a crepe jersey fit and flair with a boat neck and open back. Simple, elegant and I felt like a goddess. She added a rhinestone belt and it was really the only adornment the dress needed. So thrilled! Canāt wait to wear it. Itās so classic too that it will easily alter into a cocktail dress that I get to wear for a lifetime.
Fast-forward a year and just after I have my first fitting, the world goes down the tubes. We made the difficult decision to postpone our wedding. Krista (the owner) went out of her way to make sure my dress was packaged up safely for me to take home and put into storage for another year. The seamstress was even kind enough to refund my deposit. These ladies are wonderful professionals with a special talent at what they do. Worth the drive.
Amy L
4.0
11/16/2019
Lastrina was the third (yes, the third) bridal salon in hopes of finding a dress and they definitely delivered! I was very happy with my whole experience with finding a dress, to b...
eing informed when it was delivered and scheduling fittings. The customer service at this salon was outstanding.
I will also add that I highly recommend using a tailor other than the one they recommend (Flavia's) because I spent over $800 in alterations and only had my dress taken in .5 inches on each side! I definitely feel like I got ripped off by their recommended tailor!
Arielle V
5.0
10/12/2019
I was so nervous about trying on dresses and finding one but they made it so easy. They asked what kind of styles I had looked at as well as my vision for my wedding to make sure I...
found just the right one. Even the purchase and alterations were easy.
Nichole S
5.0
9/15/2019
Absolute pleasure to work with. Great team and my family felt great during the whole dress trying on process. The day before my wedding, my veil unfortunately ripped in half! Lastr...
ina was able to help and saved the day! Professional staff and wonderful gem storefront in Middletown. Thank you ladies!
Eden B
5.0
9/02/2019
I had an amazing wedding dress hunting experience here! Not only did they have so much to choose from , they were also super helpful and friendly. Holly was so easy going, truly li...
stened and kept us all on track! I was very anxious and overwhelmed in the beginning but with Hollyās help this was a breeze! Loved the selections and just an overall awesome experience. Canāt wait to wear my dress!
Marissa P
5.0
7/23/2019
I had made appointments at three bridal salons and Lastrina was my first one. When we went to Lastrina, for my appointment, Alyssa gave us her undivided attention. I really didn't ...
know what I wanted, and she made it such a fun experience to try on new things. After 8 dresses or so, I tried on one that I loved so much, that I ended up canceling my other appointments. It was a pleasure to work with Lastrina.
Erika G
1.0
6/12/2019
Honestly... I thought my bridal party and I hit the jack pot by supporting a local business when buying our dresses. First off.. every dress is freaking wrong. Something is wrong w...
ith my dress, my bridal parties dresses, and my MIL dress.. now we all tried to calmly fix our dresses without going into anger over board. Their seamstress is utterly rude, she told
Me I need to walk and loose weight before my first official fitting..... I was so upset
I called my mother and she went and got my dress and she was utterly rude and disrespectful to my mother.I called to express my feelings I get told āLet me make this clear I talked to our seamstress and she never told you to walk walk walk to fit into your dressā right then and there the owner tried to make me, my mother, and my mother in law all liars when my mother was basically screaming at the seamstress for how disrespectful and rude she was. In my eyes if you wanted to better your business donāt ever be that rude to a bridal to be or her party. None of us is happy with any dresses from them. The experience was horrible. I ended up having to buy a brand new dress at Davidās bridal and the girls there made me feel absolutely beautiful and was wonderful and listened to my horrible experience at Lastrina and my experience at Davidās was so amazing that I felt like a bride. The girls are snotty and think they know everything when in the end they canāt measure anyone right, I think there needs to be professionals who know how to actually measure girls to their true size... the girls who measure are clearly there just for a paycheck. Because if they knew what they were doing our dresses wouldnāt have so many problems. & Their dresses are shitty material, they are just rude and unprofessional. At first I thought we hit the jackpot and now with my wedding in 18days I needed to buy a whole new dress. Do not even waste your time or money going to this bridal salon. All they care about is the money you spend, they do not care about sending you off with happiness. No bride ever should go through any of these problems. My dress from Davidās fits ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. So if I could rate them a 0 at lastrinas I would too bad google doesnāt allow you to.... imagine just imagine having a dress with snags and not fitting you when you are the bride and getting utterly rude feedback from the salon and seamstress.... not the way a bride should imagine her experience. Donāt waste your time with this salon,
Go to an actual bridal salon who will make you feel like a bride and have a huge selection to try on... and will make your party and mothers feel beautiful too. Like I said.. donāt waste your time or money going to this bridal salon. Go somewhere who knows what they are doing and how to treat the brides to be and the bridal party. They only care about making money at this salon.
Response from Lastrina Girls Bridal Salon on 06/27/2019
Erika,
I was very surprised and disappointed to read your review as you and I both know it...
is not an accurate account of what transpired. The Lastrina Girls staff and I were only ever kind, professional, and accommodating towards you and your bridal party.
When your custom-measured gown came in and you tried it on for the first time we were all very pleased with how nicely it fit you. A while later, when it was time for your first fitting the gown no longer fit you. This kind of situation is not ideal, but definitely one we have encountered many times before and we were happy to help you let the dress out (an offer you did not take us up on).
Ultimately, I want all my brides to be happy and it sincerely saddens me that you are having such an unpleasant time with your gown. That said, I know that I personally offered to do everything I could to help you with fit issues due to your measurement changes. I wish the situation had not dissolved into this, but I do hope your wedding day is everything you hoped it would be.
Sincerely,
Krista Lastrina Matthews
Keri M
5.0
6/08/2019
Thank you Krista and Lastrina Girls for all of your support and help with finding my dress and working with me to make sure it was exactly what I wanted! My dress was perfect and m...
y friends / family loved it! You made the process easy and simple and I was very happy with the end result! I had a lot of alternations that were needed and everything came together perfectly!!!
Samantha D
5.0
6/03/2019
Experience was a dream come true! After one visit to an off-the-rack store and one full-blown bridal appointment, I was getting overwhelmed. Thankfully, Holly was ready to come to ...
my rescue. Her only request was that I keep talking, even when it was entirely unhelpful like āI donāt know, thereās just something weird about it.ā She managed to find something that has every element and tiny detail I liked from the thousands of dresses Iāve looked at and 30+ dresses Iāve tried on, so my dress is this composite of all of my favorite things from all those dresses. I truly had that moment when I felt like a bride and a princess, and the whole store made me feel special and beautiful. Another thing I loved about this store was that all the sample dresses actually fit me. Thereās nothing worse than wanting to try on a dress but not even being able to get it on since the sample is a bridal size 6. The girls made me comfortable and actually promoted healthy body images by having a variety of sizes. Iāve been losing weight to get healthy, so alterations were a concern, but since they can alter down two full sizes, I feel better. The woman who measured me even told me that I donāt even have two sizes to lose, which felt incredible to hear and helps me feel validated for all my hard work. I canāt wait to shop here with Holly for a veil and other accessories!
Chelsea B
5.0
5/20/2019
I had made appointments with a couple of bridal salons thinking I would need options when it came to finding my dress. I came to Lastrina Girls today, they are extremely profession...
al and very understanding of how overwhelming it can me to be a bride. They listen to what I envisioned my dress to be. They have a great selection of dresses and today I said yes to the dress! I highly recommend going here to find your dress!
dot c
5.0
11/29/2018
If you're looking for your perfect dress, go here! In a matter of seconds after I was asked several questions she pulled the most amazing dresses that went with exactly what I was ...
looking for. She is amazing and understands exactly your vision. They are so professional and amazing- don't bother going anywhere else to look for dresses
Chelsea S
5.0
11/23/2018
I am soooo happy that I made the choice to get my dress (and all of our bridesmaid/family dresses) at Lastrina Girls Bridal Salon! They were absolutely phenomenal throughout the en...
tire wedding planning process, and helped to make it so exciting and stress-free. They have an incredible selection, and a supportive and helpful yet no-pressure vibe. I found my dream dress at Lastrina, and from shopping with my bridesmaids, to picking out accessories, to all of my fittings, each visit was so special, and all of the associates at Lastrina are so kind, knowledgeable, helpful, and so excited for you. Everyone at Lastrina was such a delight to work with, and I highly recommend them for anyone looking for a wedding gown!!! You will have a truly amazing experience with Lastrina!
Lauren S
5.0
11/17/2018
Everyone in the shop is 100% dedicated to making you feel beautiful and comfortable in your dress. They go above and beyond and are extremely kind. Buy your dress here if you want ...
a personal and stress free experience.
Chelsea S
4.0
11/01/2018
Lastrina Girls Bridal Salon did a fantastic job helping me with my bridal gown. Krista is the absolute best - she and her staff were always attentive to my wishes for a dress and m...
ade sure I was comfortable during the entire process. They were very accommodating with appointment times as well. I am so glad I didn't go anywhere else for my dress and veil!
Karina D
5.0
10/31/2018
It's a CT Kleinfelds! Lastrina Girls is the most wonderful bridal shop! The shop itself is so beautiful and I had the pleasure of working with Hayley and Krista and I couldn't have...
had a better experience. They are so caring, they take their time and really get to know the bride as a person. After visiting a few shops beforehand, I found my dream dress within my budget! at Lastrina and I can't wait to wear it! They are so accommodating, truly wonderful people. Absolutely recommend stopping by this shop, you will not be disappointed! They have all of the styles and accessories you could imagine! Thank you, Hayley for finding me the most beautiful dress in the world and thank you, Krista for making my wedding dress dream come true! I am Proud to be a Lastrina bride!
Lisa W
5.0
10/26/2018
They helped me find my perfect dress! Everyone said my dress was so prefect for me and I have Lastrina Girls to thank!
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