Lovely Bride Philadelphia

ted into the perfect look. It was fun and painless. And it sounded like a lot of other women had found theirs that day too!

to my appointment just to wait an additional 15 minutes to even go back and try on any dresses. Then, only three of my 9 liked dresses on my portal were pulled and they weren’t even my favorite dresses that I had saved. When I asked about it, my sales associate said she had emailed me several days prior to my appointment to discuss dresses but I had no such email and even pulled my email up while trying in dresses to make sure I hadn’t missed it. My sister and MOH asked if they could look around the show room to see different dresses that I might like, given that they know exactly what my taste is and the sales associate said that they weren’t allowed to because of covid capacity but all member of my party were vaccinated and showed proof of vaccinated before entering the store. Finally, toward the end of the appointment (which is an incredibly short 60 minutes AND mine was cut shorter to 50 given I wasn’t taken back on time) my sales associate pulled a dress that she thought I’d like but when asked to try it on she said “unfortunately we don’t have time to try it on” THEN WHY PULL THE DRESS FOR ME?! I requested to try it on regardless because what if it could have been THE ONE… Overall, it was a disappointing experience. I was so rushed trying on the dresses in a cramped dressing room that I didn’t feel like I could get a true feeling of how the gown moved nor how I moved in it! They had absolutely beautiful dresses but I feel like I barely got to see anything they had to offer and it was frustrating not being able to try on some of my saved styles. It seems that the sales associate are more concerned with getting brides in an out then helping the bride find the dress of her dreams and feel special while doing so. In my opinion, there are better bridal salons out there that are family owned an operated that actually take the time to get to know their brides versus a chain of boutiques that appear to value the volume of their customers over the quality of the experience.

able to get married, or in my case even elope on top of a mountain in Colorado, without at least trying it on. That’s what brought me to Lovely Bride Philly! And honestly, I am so glad it did! Leading up to my appointment I can shamefully say I didn’t feel the excitement most brides feel. I was extremely anxious and self conscious about trying on dresses with a stranger knowing I’ve been on a year long weight loss journey and still have more weight to lose. I was also hesitant because as a little more edgey of a bride, I wasn’t sure I was going to hit off with just anyone. Enter the amazing JULIE and all my anxiety just went out the door. She was so nice, put me right at ease, and made me feel totally comfortable. She made my appointment so enjoyable, I honestly could go on about her for days. I’m so glad I was paired with her and that I found Lovely Bride Philly. I ordered my dress and they have already given me a list of contacts for alterations. I can’t wait to go back to pick up my dress!

being the right bride for them and not knowing that before my appointment and therefore, leaving a bit stressed. Couple things you should know: 1) You get one hour for the appointment and only two appointments total. The latter point was a shock to me. I tried on a bunch of dresses and wasn't finding what I wanted and at the end was told that I could come back, but only one more time and that was it. It was such a turnoff that I never went back. In a way, I understand from a business perspective that you don't want people coming and using sales associate time without buying, but they are the only bridal salon I went to with that policy. so, it felt specific to them and uninviting. 2) There isn't space to move around and test dress comfort. This may be even more limited than usual due to COVID restrictions, but be prepared that you may not get to walk around and feel dress movement and comfort like in other places. I should have spoken up about feeling too tightly clipped into my dresses, too. Be sure you voice your concerns if you are uncomfortably clipped in. Lovely bride is a great option if you're at the right time in your purchasing journey for their business model and/or very clear on what you do and do not want. If you're like me and trying on a lot to find exactly what you're looking for, I'd suggest going elsewhere.

really envision yourself on your wedding day, you should anticipate requiring more than one session. 2. You cannot look at any of the dresses on your own - you can't even look with your bridal associate. You are not allowed in the bridal room to look at dresses, period. Even if you think your sales associate isn't nailing your look. 3. I was so preoccupied with staying in the pre-determined time limit that I didn't really get to enjoy myself, it felt more like a business transaction than the day I had been anticipating for so long. 4. Love their gowns. I could have tried on the entire store. However, make sure you please pick out the dresses you want ahead of time, because in my experience no one will go out of their way to bring you dresses that they (in their professional opinion) think will look good on you (unless you are lucky enough to have a session with the owner :) ) 5. You are sure to receive your dress on time, in flawless condition and receive fantastic referrals for alterations, shoes, etc. Active on instagram, which also helps! I was happy with my look on the day.

utely breathtaking and matched my vision perfectly! I am a bit curvy and always a little self conscious dress shopping due to size is always a lot different then the traditional size 6 I wear. She made me feel so comfortable and the dresses she pulled matched my style while being perfect for my body type. She was truly the best stylist I could of ever imagined to work with during such a special moment!

considering and it ended up being my dress! She also did an amazing job of answering all of my mom’s (many) questions while still making sure I had the time I needed in each dress. I’m a size 8 with a large chest so I was slightly stressed out about dress shopping since everything you see online and social media is size 0-4. I didn’t even think about my size a single time throughout the appointment and Sarah never made me feel uncomfortable, even if the sample of a dress was too small. Their selection is also amazing, especially if you’re more of a modern bride.

vy told me that my dress designer, Alexandra Grecco, allows brides to split size their dresses which is so great for us ladies who have vastly different top & bottom sizes. They are so organized and set clear expectations in their emails to you before your appointment. It's *imperative* you choose dresses you're interested in online so they can pull them for you to try on at your appointment. To be honest, I'm GRATEFUL that they don't allow you to browse the shop and look at dresses. They have so many and I would have been overwhelmed. Plus, I think it's much more helpful to look at the gown on a person than view it on a hanger. I was surprised to see a few people annoyed by that in their reviews, especially when they clearly tell you it isn't permitted. Overall, my experience was wonderful! I'm so happy with my choice and I can't wait to see it in person :-)

nstruction and I felt totally COVID safe the whole time!

so helpful with picking accessories as well! She was not pushy or put any expectations or pressure on me to buy, but I found my dress and bought that day! She answered all my questions and was so kind. The space as well was incredibly clean and beautiful. Overall, I highly recommend Lovely Bride Philly, I could not have asked for a better day of wedding dress shopping!

s told in a relatively snide tone that “realistically there’s no way you’re trying on all of those gowns in 30 minutes”. Not only did I see and try on every gown that I wanted to, but I also thought I found “the one”. I’m writing this review because these locations are privately owned and unfortunately, the attitude and unprofessional demeanor from the associate on the phone regarding my honest mistake with the appointment time made my decision to not return and finalize a dress from another location very easy. I was not asking for additional time, but a pleasant experience with the time I had. Also, I did not see anyone else arrive while we were leaving as I was mindful to not be holding up another bride to be. Cara, our bridal stylist, was incredibly helpful, professional, and quick. Thank you, Cara!!

s (super easy) before coming into the shop. My stylist was absolutely lovely (no pun intended) and really looked for dresses that fit my vibe and the overall feel of the wedding. I felt heard, respected, and welcomed to choose whatever dress fit my budget and aesthetic. I didn’t feel hounded into buying a dress. I tried on so many dresses, but the first one was THE one. I highly recommend Lovely to Philly brides. I had such an amazing experience! Yay!!! ❤️

2 guests feel safe and welcome the entire time. I went in with a list of dresses I wanted to try on and my stylist, Cara G., was able to pull a couple of dresses in a similar style that I ended up loving as well. By the end of my appointment, I bought my dream dress and left knowing exactly what to expect next. Thank you so much Lovely Bride Philly for all of your help!

ing influencers a magical wedding shopping experience at the expense of paying customers. The pandemic doesn't seem to apply if you have thousands of followers and lovelybride Philly will make sure they blast this all over their social media channels so every paying customer has to see exactly what LovelyBride is capable of giving them, had they too just had a bit more social media clout. As a 'normal' customer you will have to preselect your gowns & try them on in a small dressing room that you can't leave. You are not allowed to peruse the show room, there will be no walking and twirling as you may have seen others do on their pages... apparently Covid disappears when you receive a blue check next to your name. My stylist was kind and helpful but had my dress not been exclusive to the shop I would have went elsewhere to actually have a masked, safe wedding buying experience. Wedding planning/postponing/pivoting in a pandemic definitely is not easy but there are plenty of places and vendors finding new ways to give their couples special experiences in safe ways. I recommend you spend your money at one of those places that values you as a customer and doesn't determine what kind of shopping experience you get based upon your number of Instagram followers.

he salon and interactions with staff during the appointment. I am unsure of how things operated prior to COVID, but I felt pretty cramped and restricted in their "dressing room" and wished that there was a separate, well lit area where I could have gotten a better feel for the dress I was trying on. My stylist also engaged in little to no conversation throughout the entire appointment, which made it bit awkward (I understand that they see many many brides per day, but it just took away from the experience). Personally, I felt it to be more of a transactional experience rather than one that was intimate and special.

aying "Yes!" to my perfect dress, everything was done with so much care and attention. My stylist Lizzy reached out a few days prior to my appointment to ask about budget and ensure the dresses I requested to try on were within the range I was comfortable with. When I arrived at the (gorgeous!) boutique, my dresses were pre-pulled and ready for me to try on. Lizzy was so great at figuring out what I liked and making suggestions for other dresses to try on that might fit what I was looking for. The entire staff handled COVID procedures really well-- and even though I was only able to bring one guest, we really easily added my MOH virtually which was super special. I highly recommend Lovely Bride no matter what style you're looking for!

I had to try on once I found out it was at LB I knew where I would be heading. Once Covid came it was very tough to accept that not everyone I really wanted with me was able to come for safety reasons but once we arrived all of those feelings melted away as EVERYONE made the experience so memorable. My stylist Aniyah was one of the sweetest people I could have hoped to work with she had all of my wishlist dresses picked out and organized and she made sure to take advantage of every second we had together. I asked to FaceTime with some of my family that I had hoped to be there and everyone right away was so willing to help us get it set up and were patient as we dealt with any technical issues. Ivy was also amazing and so helpful, one of the best feelings I got from everyone was they truly wanted to make me as a bride feel CONFIDENT in my choice and they didn’t just tell me what I wanted to hear they gave me professional advice and helped me see things maybe I wasn’t. The entire process was seamless and ANYONE who is thinking of going to them to get your dress I would say don’t look any farther! Thank you so much again to everyone who helped me I will forever be grateful!

ses there were. I am so grateful to have purchased my dress from Lovely Bride I'm in love with it! Give them a look!

esses. Some other bridal shops I went to were a bit pushy, but the staff at Lovely Bride were an absolute joy to work with, super knowledgable and helpful. I'm so happy to have found my dream dress with them. Would highly recommend!

s pulled for me. Stephanie said she would pull other dress for me after, but we didn't even need to! They followed COVID policies perfectly, so I never felt unsafe. We had to wash our hand immediately upon entering, could not bring in outside drinks, and all the staff kept their masks on. I was only allowed to bring 2 people with me, so my mom came with me but I was able to zoom with 2 others to still get their opinions. I was initially upset because I of the COVID restrictions (of course I wanted the typical bride squad dress party and champagne), but they still made the experience perfect, positive, and so much fun! I specifically booked an appointment at Lovely Bride for the Made With Love Trunk Show! I wanted to wait to try on dresses until the spring/summer, but Lovely Brides doesn't always have all of the MWL dresses in stock so the Trunk Show gave me more options! The first dress that I tired on was THE dress. I wanted a detachable skirt and after talking with Stephanie she picked out a perfect skirt to go with the dress. Stephanie made me feel comfortable the entire time (as I was very nervous and self-conscious). Since I have some time till my wedding, I decided to wait to make my final purchase because I want to come back a second time with my MOH and friend. I'm selfishly hoping that by the spring I might be able to try on the dress without a mask, but if not I would still love to try on the dress again to decide if I definitely want the skirt or go with a veil instead. My entire experience was so great and I would definitely recommend Lovely Bride to anyone! Especially if you want a "different" bridal dress look. I can't wait to go back!

your stylist, and then you can come in person. Stephanie came to my meeting SO prepared and was wonderful about helping guide me through the process, since I really had no idea what I wanted. She made everything feel manageable and really listened when I talked about features I did and did not want in my dress. The day of, everyone was so friendly and warm and made me and my best friend feel welcomed and special. Stephanie did a great job with the dresses themselves and tailoring which dresses she would bring in next based on what we thought of the previous dress. She also had an excellent balance of her own input which I really needed! She was so knowledgeable about each dress and how they could be altered/ ordered that I felt like I knew exactly what I would be getting. I ended up scheduling a second appointment so that my mom, FMIL, and best friend could see the dress before I officially said yes and they were great about letting them stand outside to see me in my wedding dress! I could not have asked for a better dress shopping experience and would recommend Lovely Bride to any bride!!

the PERFECT dress, AND the veil! She was positive, fast-acting, and helped me make decisions to eliminate dresses. I felt like Aniyah was my best buddy and my ally. Not once did she seem like a saleswoman. I loved my experience at Lovely Bride. The place is beautiful and they have a fabulous selection.

y ladies that work there are so great and made me feel special all over again! Their dress selection was one of a kind, and I found a dress that I could never have found elsewhere. It was unique to Lovely Bride and I feel great knowing not that many brides out there will have worn the same dress as me!

dress here (it was an easy decision!) The biggest reason for leaving a review was how unbelievably helpful my stylist, Stephanie, was. She was so tentative and patient, and she really had such a great feel for what my style is. I was so nervous about choosing a dress, but the true reason I ended up with my perfect dress was because of Stephanie!!

nd she brought on off the list for me to try which ended up being the dress I purchased! They make it fun and easy and have a great selection.

that process. They have a huge selection of dresses for a wide price range and style range.

was able to really describe the dresses, their fabric, train length, how they would bustle, and how they compared to one another in a way that gave me a great sense of what I would be trying on. A virtual appointment didn’t sound too thrilling to me and it truly was quite a lot of fun. Of course in store was even better! When I was between two different style dresses, Sarah asked great questions that helped me think about what I really wanted my dress to be like on my special day. She also was great about pinning me in and out of dresses (multiple times) to help me find the right one! I tried on at a couple of other places and Lovely was by far the best experience! Thank you Sarah!!

wedding dress designs. The Stylist, I was Assigned was the stunning Aniyah (even with mask). She was a amazing human and such a gem! She listened well, paid attention to my vision, made you feel very comfortable... and helped me find my dream dress! The whole vibe of lovely bride was cozy and inviting all the coworkers made you feel special.

sh my dreams, instead she went and found one that was almost exactly the same and within my budget. Booking online was so easy and I love the how they ask questions on there to get idea of what I like, budget, etc. before coming in.

this place earlier!! If you are considering going.. GO! Lovely Bride Philly won’t let you down! I drove from NJ and so glad I did! Thank you Lovely Bride for having the dress of my dreams and for being mega sweet! Can’t wait to pick up my dress!!

t I worked with for accessories really listened to what I wanted and I never felt pressure to buy anything go over budget. I had my first fitting yesterday and fell in love with my dress and hairpiece I got at Lovely all over again! I wish I could go back and do it all again and would recommend Lovely Bride to any friend searching for their dream dress!

people waiting by the hour and not a very positive feeling for a special occasion. I have spoke to now 3 other brides with the same experience of feeling rushed and not important and have now given me other places where they felt special and said ‘yes’ to the dress! I hate that I have to give a review like this but feel like this has to be heard.

ld possibly be interested in within my budget. And they have a wonderfully diverse selection! Since I was working on a short timeline for my dress, they also made sure to tell me everything that was possible. When I showed interest in a particular dress, the owner reached out to the designer directly and immediately to make sure it could be done as a rush order. I know I would have absolutely been in great hands if I had chosen a dress from Lovely Bride, and I am glad I at least had an appointment here.

ot what I was going for and the only drawback of the appointment was that I loved everything she brought into the room for me so it was so hard to decide! Luckily she even helped me narrow down my search. You can tell shes a seasoned profess. Such a fun appointment with no pressure. Totally recommend!

e 6th - 7th dress she hit the nail on the head and brought in the dress of my dreams. The manager was there to assist, and was so pleasant and helpful as well. Dresses are so reasonably priced, and absolutely beautiful! Dont waste going any where else! Lovely Bride is all you need <3

ing dress I would someday wear (i.e. I'm clueless). I am also heavily tattooed and struggling to find a dress that would accentuate my tattoos and not clash with them. At each of my other bridal appointments (first at BHLDN and then Philadelphia Bridal Company), I was very upfront about my bridal cluelessness. I really needed a little hand-holding, but left those other stores feeling pressured and rushed and no closer to understanding what dress was right for me. Lyssa, my Bridal Stylist, made me feel comfortable and welcome from the get-go. She was happy to share her expertise about what may or may not work for my figure, my body art, and my budget. She was easygoing and fun to work with- and she kept things moving! I was able to try on about 6 or 7 dresses in the same 1-hour appt time that somehow only afforded me 3-4 try-ons at the other shops. The selection @ Lovely Bride Philly is great ( I honestly could have been happy in any of the dresses I tried on), the store is cute and clean, and the location is convenient. If you are a boho/non-traditional/alternative bride who doesn't want to break the bank, hit up Lyssa @ Lovely Bride!!

less. That was, until I walked into Lovely! The whole vibe was different, they were truly there for me. We tried on a bunch of dresses and my stylist even recommended trying on dresses that I would’ve never pulled for myself. And lucky for me she did, because I fell in love with the top of one dress and the bottom of another. I told my stylist I wish I could have this top with the other dresses skirt. And to that she replied you can! So they got on the phone with the designer and they are going to combine the two dresses to make my dream dress. When they held the skirt of the first dress to the one with the top I loved I instantly started to ugly cry, then my maid of honor started crying, and even the stylist and her mama get started crying. Now I am getting a ONE OF A KIND dress. If it wasn’t for Lovely Brides I don’t think I would have ever found a dress that I loved and felt beautiful in. I HIGHLY recommend lovely brides! They are the creme de la creme of bridal boutiques and customer service.

list and she was the sweetest and knew exactly what I wanted! Ivy, the shop owner, popped in multiple times too, and she was so knowledgeable and friendly. Everyone just makes you feel so special! I felt rushed and overwhelmed at other shops, but Lovely Bride was the exact opposite. I am so grateful for Lovely Bride Philly and the whole team there for making my experience a dream!

lping me pick the perfect veil and belt. Thank you team! The day and dress were perfect!

so happy to be a Lovely Bride!

that were perfect for me, and was super attentive. There was never any pressure placed on me, but I was so happy to find my dress during the appointment. I'm so happy to have purchased my dress here.

ed earlier than expected, and the whole process, from picking out what to try on to picking it up, was wonderful.

fted my spirit. I came in hoping to find a dress a similar to the one I have my mind set on but I came out with something more beautiful and elegant. Lyssa made my experience at Lovely's unforgettable. She was so positive and honest, I don't think I would find my dress without her.

pcoming day as you are. Sarah helped me and made sure to make me feel as though I was her only priority (an amazing feeling for a bride to be). They have amazing designers and great prices which was awesome to know I was going to be able to get what I wanted for a price wanted. My experience was everything I had hoped for since I imagined my wedding planning and getting my wedding dress. I will always be grateful for my experience here and would recommend Lovely every time.

t want to. She was excellent with choosing dresses in my style and price range! We were given a private room that was cozy and intimate; I didn’t have to worry about walking through a busy salon with everyone looking. I’d highly recommend Lovely Bride to anyone looking for an personalized and comfortable experience!!

website, which shows their pricing so there is no surprise at the end on the cost of a dress. I know when I put that dress on it was for me, however my mother wanted to see me in a few other options, and the girls had no issue pulling more gowns of similar style for me to try on. At no point did I ever feel rushed or pressured at this salon. The only thing that is a slight inconvenience is they do not do alterations in house. However they do recommend 3 different seamstresses, and I recommend using Irina Sigal for she was magnificent with the complexity of my dress.

xcited when I finally found the dress! I personally love Lovely Bride because they are one of the few that carry Limor Rosen and her work is outstanding. I went to a few of her trunk shows and I ended up choosing her Aria gown in a split size and had the bottom customized to be ivory. It was amazing! I also recommend Prim and Perverse for alterations - Courtney was great to work with.

ace to settle in and really helpful stylists. I was thrilled to say yes to the dress, and shed a tear with my mother and grandmother. I am so grateful to the staff at Lovely Bride for helping make my experience one to remember!

and did not put pressure on me to buy right away. Also I’m not a sample size and I fit in almost every dress they have a wide range of sizes! I highly recommend Lovely Bride to anyone, especially if you have nerves about the whole process. You will be treated so well here.

d. I worked with Ivy, who was an absolute dream. She made me feel comfortable while helping me narrow down and visualize what I wanted to feel like on my wedding day. It was like shopping with a trusted girlfriend who just happened to be an expert in all things bridal. Once I found my dress, Ivy suggested some great styling tips and brought the whole vision all together. If you are looking for an intimate shop to find a unique gown, do not pass up Lovely!

my dress, I found the most beautiful diamond encrusted head piece to compliment my dress. Lovely Bride was a hit!

bride. They made the entire process so FUN! I really felt like a bride and the entire experience was just a dream. My Kate McDonald Hughes gown was the best dress to dance the night away with my husband - definitely go and check out Lovely for the perfect experience to find your perfect dress!

would have never picked on my own.

limenting. Even though I had a wonderful dedicated attendant, several other girls at the store came in to join in on my experience. They really care about their brides and I seriously love everyone that works there! Unlike my previous dress shopping experience in NYC at a different store, my girl at lovely completely understood my vision and pulled out several figure flattering styles that matched my vision and price point. This is was critical to success as I came from out of town and had a crew with me so I had to find the one! Although I loved every dress I tried on, I feel hard for the Rue De Seine poppy stardust and we all knew it was the one. I think my favorite time was trying on accessories by myself ( ps- GO there for accessories). I had so much fun with the attendants as it was right after the royal wedding and was really feeling a tiara but boho. They had the perfect boho tiara for me as well as a second halo option I loved. Want to diversify your ceremony and reception look? Get two head pieces! If you want to feel like a boho princess, lovely bride is the store for you. You won’t regret it!

nd quickly realized what I liked and didn't. Then, I learned majority of places I was looking did not have the designers and style I was looking for; in came Lovely. I was in Philadelphia for a bridal shower last year and thought I'll make an appointment so my mom and I can go look. This was my 4th bridal shop searching but I was panicking because I still had plenty of time if I did not find what I was looking for. I gave my dress consultant my price range and she got to searching. She was honest with me and let me know one of the designers I was looking at started at my highest I would go. I tried on quite a few dresses in the hour and a half appointment, which was another reason I loved this place, and when my time was almost up I still had nothing I really loved. One final dress was brought in, which the hanger did nothing for, and she said I think you're going to love this. I put it on and before she pulled the curtain for my mom to see I exclaimed "this is it!" My mom saw it and agreed. Lovely has an amazing selection that is unique and with a variety of price ranges. If you want a dress that only a handful of people will wear, I can't recommend this place enough!

ress and accessories and am so happy that they are shipping my gown to me as I am out of town. Thanks so much for the memories and cannot wait to get my gown. Absolutely recommend this location.

s to sit comfortably while you try on dresses! They have a great dress selection at great price points. Once my dress arrived to the store I was able to make an appointment easily to try on my dress and again I was not rushed by any of the staff and was allowed to take my time trying my dress on again! I came back a final time for an accessories appointment which is such a unique and good idea! They put you in your dress at the store and then allow you to try on headpieces, jewelry, and belts to see what would look good together. I ended up also purchasing a headband and earrings from the store. Ivy, the owner, is great and she was so helpful through the entire process. I would definitely recommend this shop to any bride in search of her dress.

She also gave me great feedback on the dresses I tried on, not just saying everything looked great on me, and Ivy was also conscientous of my budget. While the selection of dresses is not huge they have a lot of really great and exclusive dresses. I was extremely happy with the whole experience and would highly recommend visiting Lovely Bride.

ent brands and designers. I think most of the dresses were a bit above my price range, but I had a good time trying dresses on and did not feel pressured. Lovely Bride was great in terms of getting back to me when I made my appointment only a few days before coming into town. My only pseudo-complaint is simply that I liked the experience I had at another bridal salon more than I liked it here.

dress I tried on, and was absolutely blown away by it! The ladies at Lovely were all so sweet, and made me feel like so incredibly good about myself! When it came to selecting a veil and accessories the girl were also so helpful. They truly listened to what I wanted, and allowed me to decide what I wanted instead of pushing any of their opinions on me. I would 100% recommend every bride go to Lovely Bride!

tyles she brought to the room. Finding my dress was stressfree, fun and so easy thanks to Lovely! I would highly recommend to all brides!