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Malindy Elene Bridal Boutique
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About This Vendor
A Tampa Bay Bridal Boutique
We are a designer bridal boutique in South Tampa! Our passion is helping every bride find their dream wedding gown. The Malindy Elene bride appreciates details and quality and is looking for a unique bridal shopping experience. Our prices range from $1,500 - $6,000. We can’t wait to meet you! Want to come in and find your dream dress with us? Great! Give us a call at the store or submit an appointment request on our website. We are appointment only so we can cater to each bride on-on-one to ensure that they have a special bridal gown experience without any distractions or disruptions. If you ahem any questions or want to learn more about us give us a call :)
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Malindy Elene Bridal Boutique Reviews
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Malindy Elene went well above and beyond! During my initial appointment Danielle quickly caught on to what I was liking and not liking before I even realized it for myself. They have a wonderful selection of beautiful wedding dresses and she is...
so good at what she does! My dress pick up appointment was a moment I will never forget - they gave us extra time to get some really nice pictures, and we toasted picking up my dress with champagne. My family was going through a difficult time, and Danielle made sure that they did everything they could to make that day special for us. You always have the whole boutique to yourself, so you don't feel rushed or self conscious and get their undivided attention! That being said Danielle is very good at knowing when you need a moment alone and when you need her help. I highly, highly, highly recommend! Thank you Malindy Elene!
Response from the Vendor on 02/06/2020
Hey Amy! We pride ourselves on the experience so this warms my heart! Thank you for this :)
I went for my first try on session with Colleen about a month ago and fell in love with a dress. However, before saying yes I wanted to show my mom who was unable to make it to the first session. Colleen was understanding and not pushy in anywa...
y! My mom and I went in this past Sunday and ended up picking out a few more to try on. Thank goodness we did as I found one I loved even more and said yes! Again, I had an amazing experience with Colleen and look forward to getting my dress in a few months and beginning the tailoring process. Definitely recommend this shop!
Response from the Vendor on 01/19/2021
Hi Brooks! Thank you so much for the kind and sweet words! We know Colleen adored working with you and had a blast during both your appointments! We cannot wait for your gown to arrive! :)
From the moment I stepped into Malindy Elene Bridal Boutique, I knew it was where I wanted to purchase my wedding gown. The staff was friendly, helpful, honest and professional! My bridal party, my mom and I all had a great time! When it was my...
turn to say yes to the most perfect theia gown, they made me feel extra special and guided me through the whole experience! I would 10/10 recommended this bridal shop and I cannot wait to go back when my sister gets married!!! 🖤
I loved my dress experience with Malindy Elene! They carry a beautiful array of styles, and Danielle is truly an expert who helped me navigate every step of the process. The boutique is so lovely and special and served as the perfect setting fo...
r dress shopping. I never felt pressured, and found my dream dress. The alterations process was also easy, quality and turned out perfectly.
The ladies (Alayna and Colleen) and Malindy Elene helped me immensely. I found two dresses I absolutely loved and was having the hardest time choosing between them. They both helped me so much by asking detailed, thoughtful questions, listing o...
ut details for pros and cons list, and so much more. They were also SO flexible and worked with me as I had family in town only for the weekend. I needed to come back the next day and they made time for me and gave me all the attention I needed. Both ladies were extremely knowledgeable about the dresses and designers and answered every single question I had. I HIGHLY recommend booking an appt with them if you are wedding dress shopping!
Malindy Elene was the absolute perfect experience from start to finish. Danielle went above and beyond to understand my vision, what I wanted, what I didn't want, and made me feel SO comfortable while trying on dresses. I was torn between 2 dre...
sses at Malindy Elene and 1 dress at another salon, and Danielle worked with the other salon to arrange a time for me to try on all 3 dresses at the same time! I was so blown away. I cannot express how helpful and kind she was throughout the whole process.
Response from the Vendor on 07/01/2020
Hi Chrissy! Thank you so much for your kind words :) It was such a pleasure to work with you and your Mom! You look stunning in your dress!
I had the best experience at Malindy Elene! Danielle was truly one of a kind!! I showed her pictures of what I had in mind and that’s exactly what she pulled out. She never forced me into a dress that I didn’t like.
The first dress I tried on ...
was the dress of my dreams! This dress marked every single box that I was looking for. I can’t wait to wear my wedding dress!
Danielle kept our conversation going from the moment I stepped into M.E. to the moment we left. I shopped around at other bridal boutiques but nothing compared to M.E. & the genuine connection I made with the staff. The environment & staff of M.E. was gentle, sincere and warm. I’m so happy to be a Malindy Elene Bride!
Response from the Vendor on 07/01/2020
LOVE LOVE LOVE this! You are amazing for providing this sweet review! Thank you!
WOW! from start to finish our experience with Malindy exceeded all expectations. The private appointment with Danielle helped focus on my needs and comfort. I was able to purchase my dream dress, use their alterations service and purchase my ve...
il all at the same location. I would recommend Malindy to all brides!
Response from the Vendor on 03/17/2020
Ellen you are the sweetest!! Thank you so much for your kind words, it means the world to us!!
Malindy Elene was amazing! My first appointment was at Kleinfeld and then I went to a few local boutiques in Tampa and was very unimpressed by the entire experience at all of them. As soon as I walked into Malindy Elene I knew I would find my d...
ress. The atmosphere was just beautiful and the dress selection was even more so. Danielle, the stores manager, was an absolute pleasure to work with. She made me feel very comfortable while trying on and even after I had made a purchase. Danielle truly made the entire experience a dream come true! I would absolutely recommend this boutique for any bride to be and I look forward to going back for fittings before my wedding day!
Response from the Vendor on 02/06/2020
Charlotte! You are SO sweet! Thank you! I can't wait to see your wedding photos! It has been a pleasure to work with you!
I cannot day enough about Danielle and her beautiful shop! This was my first experience trying on dresses and she went above and beyond to make my appointment special! My family and friends had the entire shop to ourselves for an hour and a hal...
f which is such an amazing touch of customer service and really allowed us to try a large variety of dresses. Danielle was super knowledgeable about each designer she carried and really knew what would best fit my figure. There was no pressure at the end of the appointment to make a purchase which was a pleasant surprise. She genuinely seemed like she was having fun along with me and my family playing dress up. Although I found my dream dress from another salon I can not recommend this place enough!
Response from the Vendor on 07/01/2020
It was SO fun :) Thank you for your kind words Beth :)
Making Elaine is exceptional. When we shopped for my daughter's dress they took time with us and showed us beautiful dresses all in our price range. They were so helpful and keyed right in on the dress that makes my daughter feel like a beautif...
ul ,special bride. Her dress came in a few weeks ago and they made picking up the dress very special for us. Our ring bearer, trooper the beagle, has some health issues and we wanted to get pictures now of him in his tux with my daughter in her dress. Malindy Elaine helped us and we got fantastic pictures of them. They couldn't be anymore helpful. We are super appreciative.
Response from the Vendor on 02/06/2020
Hi Victoria!! This was so sweet of you! Thank you so much for your kind words :) Trooper was a pleasure to have visit the shop!
I can not say enough how amazing Danielle And the staff at malindy elene are. The dress appointment was intimate and completely personalized. If your looking for your dress and an incredible experience RUN to Malindy Elene
Response from the Vendor on 02/06/2020
Hi Sarah! Haha yes! Run, don't walk! Thank you for this review :)
I had an AMAZING experience at Malindy Elene! Danielle was my bridal consultant and she was absolutely fabulous. It was my first weekend shopping for dresses and I had my mom and my sister fly in to be there. After having 2 very overwhelming ap...
pointments earlier in the day, I almost decided to skip my appointment here, but I'm so glad I didn't! I had tried on so many beautiful dresses all day and was having a really hard time wrapping my head around actually having to pick just one. Danielle really helped me be decisive- if there was even one thing that seemed "off" about a dress she encouraged me to keep moving unless they could alter it. She was able to help me envision it actually on the day and think about how I felt vs. how the dress looked since they all looked fabulous. She was patient, knowledgable, and comforting! I could tell she understood that this was a big decision for me and I needed the space to think and walk around, sit down, see it in different lighting etc until I could get to the point where I was confident in committing! I was her last appointment and she stayed well after our scheduled time and I am so thankful she did or else I probably would've felt to rushed and flustered to say yes! Do not hesitate to go here - the environment is great and it's just you, so you have zero distractions! Plus all of the dresses are beautiful there's no way you won't find one (or more) you're absolutely in love with! Thanks for helping me find the perfect dress Danielle - I can't wait to put it back on!
Response from the Vendor on 10/17/2019
Ohh Christy!! You are the sweetest! I cannot thank you enough for your kind words! We are beyond happy to have you in the Malindy Elene family now! I look forward to working with you for the next year! Talk soon :)
My experience at Malindy Elene was truley a breath of fresh air! The staff was so great at finding exactly what I was looking for and helping me know what direction to go in. They never made me feel pressured and I truley felt as though they wa...
nted me to find MY dress, not just get the sale. After my dress came in they set me up with a fabulous seamstress, and helped make sure everything about my dress was perfect. This store is such a unique and fun experience that you will not find elsewhere!!
Response from the Vendor on 10/17/2019
Hi Nicole! Thank you thank you thank you! You were a pleasure to work with!! It was an honor to have you as a Malindy Elene Bride!
When we arrived we were promptly greeted by Shelby. We had the entire place to ourselves which was very nice. Shelby was amazing! She was patient, answered all of our questions and gave much needed guidance. The entire experience was stress fre...
e.
Response from the Vendor on 10/17/2019
Shelby had the best time with you too Melanie!! Thank you for your kind words :)
Everything about this store speaks to me! The atmosphere, dresses, and staff all make for a perfect experience. On the day of my appointment, Danielle assisted me and instantly made me feel at ease. Her caring, laid back attitude will comfort a...
ny bride. Thank goodness for her! Thank you, Danielle!
Response from the Vendor on 08/27/2019
Hi Savannah!! The pleasure was all mine :)
Hands down, the best bridal boutique in Tampa. Don’t waste your time going anywhere else. This is a true boutique, it’s decorated so beautifully and the whole store is so so nice ! Danielle was amazing to work with, she is extremely knowledgea...
ble on fabrics, dresses, fits, designers and everything you need to know about wedding dresses . With the variety of dress styles out there you need an expert like Danielle and a store that has the right variety of dresses and from the right designers. Malindy Elene Bridal boutique in Tampa is the place to go.
Response from the Vendor on 08/27/2019
Thank you for this glowing review!! Cant wait for your dress to arrive :)
Malindy Elene has a wonderful selection for every body type. They made me feel so comfortable in my own skin. Finding a dress can be so overwhelming! I probably tried on about 30-40 dresses before I came upon the selection at ME. I felt so beau...
tiful, and their service throughout the fitting process was so professional and easy.
Response from the Vendor on 08/27/2019
Thank you so much Amanda!! Brides like you make our day!
Malindy Elene was the only bridal shop I felt truly understood my vision for a timeless and elegant dress! So many other shops tried to push me into a dress that wasn't right for my church wedding. Malindy Elene took the time to help me find th...
e dress of my dreams and used accessories to make it church appropriate yet fun for the reception. I truly felt they were with me through the whole process--from the purchase of my dress to last minute alterations the week of. I was in good hands!
Response from the Vendor on 07/01/2020
Thank you a million times over for saying this :) It means the world to us!
Danielle was the absolute best! From picking my dress, to finding accessories, to alterations, Malindy Elene was one of the best vendor choices I made for my wedding! They were organized and responsive. I cannot say enough about how great they ...
were for me!
Response from the Vendor on 10/26/2018
Mary you are amazing! Every time you come in the shop you are such a pleasure to work with!! I cant wait to see your wedding photo's girl! Thank you for being a Malindy Elene bride :)
I had the absolute best experience finding my dream dress with the help of Danielle at Malindy Elene! The store has an amazing selection of beautiful dresses and Danielle was the best consultant! She had great advice and guided me through findi...
ng my perfect dress flawlessly! I wish I could go dress shopping all over again! I would suggest Malindy Elene to anyone looking for a fun and personal experience finding their perfect dress.
Response from the Vendor on 10/17/2018
Thank you Randa! I loved working with you and your family :) I cant wait to continue your bridal experience with fittings and hear all about what you have planned for your big day! Thank you for being a Malindy Elene bride!
I had the best experience here!! The fact that they limit the appointment to one bridal party at a time made it very intimate and helped me, my mom, and my friends feel comfortable. Marley, my consultant, was wonderful! I briefly described what...
I was looking for and showed her just a few pictures I found on Pinterest, and she gave me such a great, but not overwhelming, selection. She was also very welcoming and great with the group. Of course the best part is that she found exactly what I wanted, and it was under budget! Would absolutely recommend this boutique to any bride-to-be. Nothing but positive things to say about Malindy Elene and Marley!
Response from the Vendor on 10/17/2019
Thank you so much Anne! It was our pleasure to help you find "the one"!
This was the best experience I could have ever asked for. This was the first place I went to look for my wedding dress & ending up leaving the same day with my DREAM dress! Sarah is absolutely incredible...she is down to earth, so helpful and k...
ind! I am beyond thankful for her & I could not imagine a more perfect wedding dress experience. Thank you for everything Malindy Elene Boutique. This is the place to go :) :)
Response from the Vendor on 10/17/2019
Thank you so much Ally!! This was so sweet of you :) We are SO glad you were a Malindy Bride!
Sarah was SO welcoming and wonderful to work with! She actually convinced me (without being pushy) to try on a dress that I wasn't quite sure I liked on the hanger. Little did I know that would end up being THE one! This was the first dress I t...
ried on at my appointment and when I walked out, my bridesmaids said I was just glowing! I tried on several others after and while they were gorgeous, none compared to the feeling of the first one. Having consultants that know their wedding dress styles so well and what a bride to be might like (even if she doesn't know it yet) is something that you can't find everywhere. My experience at Malindy Elene was incredible and I would highly recommend this store to anyone!
Response from the Vendor on 05/14/2018
Thank you so much for taking the time to review us! :) You looked absolutely beautiful! Enjoy being a newlywed! XO
The dresses weren't anything special and the girls behind the counter were inexperienced and took my appointment very late despite their being person before me and 2 of them. I went to a lot of bridal dress shops in my search for the perfect dr...
ess and I can say that this was my least favorite shop.
Thank you to Malindy Elene for making the day I found my wedding dress, one of the best days of my life! Like any bride, I had very high expectations for my wedding dress and the search for the dress. That Saturday morning surpassed every expec...
tation and dream I ever had! Sarah was absolutely amazing to work with. She listened, let me pull any gowns I liked and also pulled some she knew I would love. My entire family loved working with her and I always felt like she had my best interest in mind. I never felt afraid to tell her if I wasn't feeling a dress and when I found the ONE, she let me bask in all my joyfullness twirling all over the store. I will never forget that happy day and I couldn't thank Sarah and Malindy Elene enough!
Response from the Vendor on 10/17/2019
We are so happy to hear that you loved being able to pull your own dress selection and that you were comfortable! Its so nice to hear such a glowing review! Thank you for taking the time to do this and for being a Malindy Elene bride :)
Malindy was one of the many places I went to when I went dress shopping but the only one I actually enjoyed my experience at. Sarah was very helpful and so sweet!! I even came back a second time to ensure I was buying the right dress. (I am qui...
te indecisive haha and I live in Orlando) alterations was a very easy process. I was worried since I waited until it was 8 weeks before but they were still very accommodating. I highly recommend them! I already want to wear my dress again and its only been a month since I got married!!
Response from the Vendor on 05/14/2018
Thank you so much for the review! XO
I love this Boutique (its adorable!) and am so glad I found my dress here. The staff are great and so helpful. I didn’t feel pressured at all during the process and felt they genuinely wanted me to pick the right dress. They have a great select...
ion of dresses which compare to prices in the area!
The fitting process was also great. I had 3 fittings until I was completely satisfied with how my dress fit. I can’t say enough positive things about Malindy Elaine!
Response from the Vendor on 05/14/2018
Thank you so much for the review! Congrats to you! XO
Wow just wow! From the selection to the amazing women running it, it is truly the best place to look for a wedding dress! I highly recommend looking here for your wedding day!
Response from the Vendor on 10/17/2019
Thank you Madison! We appreciate you and your kind words :)
I can’t say enough about my experience at Malindy Elene I said “YES” to the dress on my first visit, thanks to the help of the wonder girls there. The staff was great, so helpful and really made you feel welcome and never put any pressure on me...
since I came in with no clue as to what I was looking for. They take the time to get to know the brides that come in so that they can better help you find the dress of your dreams, and this is exactly what happen for me. They have a wonderful selection of dresses and always will to work with your schedule.
Response from the Vendor on 05/14/2018
XO thank you so much for the kind words! Congrats to you!
Found my dress here..so beautiful
Response from the Vendor on 10/17/2019
Yay Courtney! Thank you for being a Malindy Elene Bride :)
I purchased my wedding dress last year from Malindy Elene! I found my perfect dress and they were able to modify it to exactly what I wanted. The staff is so amazing and patient, and really make sure you are visioning exactly what you want. I r...
ecommended anyone to this bridal boutique! By far the best in Tampa!!!
Response from the Vendor on 10/17/2019
Aww thank you so much Monique! It was our pleasure :)
From the minute we arrived at our appointment we were very uncomfortable. The two women working were passive aggressive, irritated with every question we had, and even scolded and ignored us at times. the whole experience was terrible and even ...
left the bride leaving upset. I was literally shocked with the whole situation and the attitude of these women. Stay far away from this place.
Response from the Vendor on 02/02/2018
Hi there,
Thank you so much for your feedback and your review. As a small business, the input on your experience is vital in helping us continue to grow and improve! I'm especially thankful that Alanna was kind enough to reach out to me direct...
ly to express her concerns. As I explained to her- no bride should EVER feel the way that she did, and I can't apologize enough that her experience was not up to par. I work in this business because I have a true passion for providing brides-to-be with bridal appointments that are a step above the rest, and there is simply no excuse for you not receiving that. All I can say is that our consultants that day made a mistake, and we've used your Alanna's gracious feedback and conversations with me as a training tool. We all want to extend our sincerest apologies for the way you and your group felt- I don't think I can say that enough! As I said to Alanna- I would be more than happy to come into the shop one afternoon to work with you personally and privately to make this up to you, if you'd be willing to give us another try. If not, we totally understand! She will definitely be a stunning bride (inside and out, she is truly the sweetest!) and I genuinely enjoyed having the opportunity to chat with her post-appointment. If you'd also like to talk more extensively, please email me and we can set up a time to jump on the phone! Thank you so much again!
Ashley West
[email protected]
The only positive I can express about our experience was the fact that the boutique was very charming and clean. We arrived for the appointment and Cambria was our sales assistant (I only know her name because I asked), there weren't any introd...
uctions; first of many mistakes. I chose two dresses for my daughter to try and she informed me that was my limit, I jokingly said: "I am cut off", without a smile she replied: "yes! It just went down hill from there. There was NO customer service! Everything we needed or wanted we had to ask for: water, shoes, veils, etc, as she rolled her eyes and made unpleasent facial expressions at every request. By the way they also offer a very limited selection of dresses. This was suppose to be a special and exciting day, but unfortunately we left the store disappointed and extremely upset. It was a waste of OUR time, even though she made us feel like we were wasting HER time!
Response from the Vendor on 02/02/2018
Hi Sandra,
Thank you so much for your feedback and your review. As a small business, the input on your experience is vital in helping us continue to grow and improve! I'm especially thankful that your daughter was kind enough to reach out to m...
e directly to express her concerns. As I explained to her- no bride should EVER feel the way that she did, and I can't apologize enough that her experience was not up to par. I work in this business because I have a true passion for providing brides-to-be with bridal appointments that are a step above the rest, and there is simply no excuse for you not receiving that. All I can say is that our consultants that day made a mistake, and we've used your daughter's gracious feedback and conversations with me as a training tool. We all want to extend our sincerest apologies for the way you and your group felt- I don't think I can say that enough! As I said to Alanna- I would be more than happy to come into the shop one afternoon to work with you personally and privately to make this up to you, if you'd be willing to give us another try. If not, we totally understand! She will definitely be a stunning bride (inside and out, she is truly the sweetest!) and I genuinely enjoyed having the opportunity to chat with her post-appointment. If you'd also like to talk more extensively, please email me and we can set up a time to jump on the phone! Thank you so much again!
Ashley West
[email protected]
When I booked this appointment, I knew this was going to be the place I got my dress. They were so kind and helpful over the phone I knew the moment I stepped in there it would be a breeze to find my dress. When I arrived they had the shop for ...
just us. She wanted me to show her the dress I thought I wanted from another boutique. Immediately she told me she could easily beat that dress and honestly within the first 5 minutes she did. She helped create my dream gown and it truly is one of a kind. I felt like a princess and all my ladies loved it. We had a blast and the staff was amazing and they helped me with the vision I wanted. The moment Dylan, my now husband saw me, he cried and loved the dress! It was the reaction I wanted! It was the best experience anyone could ask for.
Response from the Vendor on 10/17/2019
Thank you for sharing this Nicole! We are so happy to hear that Dylan loved your dream dress too, such a special moment shared! Congrats to you both!
Absolutely get your wedding gown here!!! Sarah was incredible - from the sales process, to pick up and alterations - Sarah will make sure you're comfortable and happy. They happily work with you on your price range and really listen to your req...
uests. I can't give enough positive feedback to everyone at the shop. Highly recommend!!!
This boutique really genuinely cares about you and your day!! Everyone that I worked with there was AMAZING!! I found a dress that far exceeded my expectations!! Even more I found people that made the experience so enjoyable and so easy! Tha...
nk you Malindy Elena for everything!!
Response from the Vendor on 11/07/2017
Thank you so much for taking time to write us a review! We love hearing from our brides! XO
Malindy Elene provided the best experience I could have ever dreamed of when shopping for a wedding dress. It was personal, comfortable, and of course they were patient with me while trying to find the perfect dress! Shopping in Florida while l...
iving in a different state was not the easiest of tasks. However, the former owner, as well as her associates, made the experience very easy and they were very flexible and accommodating. In addition to amazing assistance, Malindy Elene also had an amazing selection of dresses. Again, could not have asked for a better shop to say "yes to the dress"!
Response from the Vendor on 11/07/2017
Thank you!! XO
You must visit this boutique! It was my first stop when shopping for my wedding dress. I had only a vague idea of the style of dress for which I was looking. The boutique is charming and peaceful, and Sarah could not have been more helpful a...
nd friendly in helping me to select my dress. Working with her and Megan was truly a pleasure. Thank you for helping me to find a dress that was a perfect fit for me and my wedding!
Response from the Vendor on 11/07/2017
Thank you for your sweet words!! XOXO
Best experience! I was very hesitant when starting my search for a wedding gown because I did not want a traditional dress. We are having an outside wedding and I wanted something easy and comfortable and I found the perfect dress here. My dres...
s is unique and I have never seen anything like it. Sarah was so helpful and not pushy at all. I am in sales so I really appreciate getting high end service like she gave. Thanks again, I can't say enough good things about this store!
Absolutely loved working with Danielle and Sarah at Malindy Elene! They were so accommodating and made sure I had the absolute best experience! Definitely recommend this bridal boutique!
I couldn't have asked for a better experience at Malindy Elene Bridal. Megan was my consultant and was so attentive and easy to work with. She really got to know me first, by asking about my story of how my fiance (now husband) and I met and w...
hat style dresses I was interested in. She listened when I had suggestions and helped me find my perfect dress! I have recommended this boutique to all of my friends! Thanks so much Malindy Elene for an unforgettable day and for helping me find my wedding dress!
Response from the Vendor on 03/28/2017
Thank you so much for the review! We really appreciate it! Congratulations to you!! XOXO
If you're looking for a wonderful experience and making dress shopping special and perfect, GO TO MALINDY. Best experience ever! Since I walked in the door, they made me feel so special and important and made sure I was comfortable. I found my...
dress, but continued on searching (per mother's request), and when asking if I could back they replied, "we will be here as late as you need us!". Loved these girls! Thanks for making my day so special, cannot wait to pick-up my dress!
Response from the Vendor on 03/27/2017
We are so happy that you found your dress with us! Thank you so much taking the time to write a review. We really appreciate it! So happy to have you in the Malindy Elene family! XOXO
I bought my dress from Malindy Elene last spring after going to pretty much every bridal store in the Bay Area. I was so overwhelmed with what I thought I wanted and with the many beautiful dresses that are available. Megan helped me find the d...
ress of my dreams by being honest and thoughful in her opinions. I wanted to customize the dress and she made it possible by helping me cement the image of the gown in my mind and articulating what I ~actually~ wanted. Not only that but once I bought the dress I moved out of state and they helped me find a wonderful seamstress in my area who made the dress fit like a dream. At my wedding I got so many comments on how beautiful and classic my dress was. I can't recommend this shop more. Their selection is wonderful and they have a lot of dresses/designers that you can't find at many of the larger shops in the area. Do yourself a favor and go here first!
Malindy Elene is the place to go if you want individualized professional service! Dress shopping can be overwhelming however the minuet I walked into Malindy I felt very comfortable. Megan was amazing listening to exactly what I wanted and he...
lping me to stay with in my budget. There are no pushy sales people here and as crazy as trying dresses on can be she made it a great experience not just for me but also my bridesmaids. Popping Champagne when I finally said yes to the dress really was the icing on the cake and made me feel like a rock star! My bridesmaid loved them so much when she went with me that we are planning on going there for her dress shopping experience this weekend! If you don't at least go see the cute boutique store and what it has to offer you are missing out!!
This is the worst boutique ever. I had the worse bridal experience. Megan, the owner, ordered the wrong size dress for me. She even saw me in the dress and said that it was perfect. When I got the dress in, THEIR seamstress said that there must...
've been a huge mistake and the dress should've NEVER been ordered in this size for someone like me. I was so humiliated and became super body conscious for no reason except for the fact that they ordered the wrong size. I was told that this was my fault because I was "so happy" when I first tried it on. Well duh... I loved the dress. I spent so much time in front of the seamstresses mirror crying because of how terrible I felt because I just couldn't fit. I felt like this was all my fault but it wasn't. But the thing is... I don't know a thing about fittings or seamstressing. THAT IS YOUR JOB MELINDY ELENE. Your customers should not have to be experts in order to get the right dress. Both me and the steamstress confronted Megan, the owner, about the problem. Megan came up with the solution to tear apart the dress in order for it to fit me. Megan even said that there was a seam that they could let out. THERE WAS NO SEAM. There was nothing to let out. Not even an inch. If you were good at your job you would've seen that aspect right off the bat. At least know your dresses. Now I'm stuck with a $3,000 dress that I will never wear. She wouldn't even return it for a bigger size. She blamed the dress designer for it being a funky fit. Who does that??? DONT TRASH YOUR PRODUCTS. I contacted Ms. Anna Campbell, the dress designer, and they were appalled at this behavior. They sent me curiosity gift to make up for what a horrific experience I had. And the worst of all... It was the only thing my father bought for me for my wedding and now I cannot even touch it. It's just such a sad reminder that I will probably never be a super model. Body shaming is a real thing and it hurts. Please take your bride and run. She deserves better. She doesn't need to feel fat and stupid. I wouldn't wish it on anyone.
Response from the Vendor on 01/24/2017
I am so sad that your gown was not what you wanted it to be. I’m sorry that our suggestions to help you were not taken correctly and that you ended up feeling your gown was a loss. I never want a bride to feel that way. I know that your gown ...
needed altering and a seamstress in Sarasota suggested that it could not be done. Anna Campbell gowns are very unique in the way that they are made without any zippers and a looser fit. This is not a flaw. But a seamstress that has not had training in this could struggle a little bit. I did recommend many ways you could have the fit as you wanted. Most easily, we could add a tiny panel in the back seam inside lining of the gown and adjust your straps so you felt more comfortable. You had the idea of changing the neckline from the original V-shape to more straight across. That can be done so I offered to get in the extra fabric for you free of charge. I also suggested you meet with our in-house seamstress directly but you refused. I only heard back from you asking to refund your purchase due to the wrong size. I’m sure since you have spoken with Anna Campbell, you understand the intricacy involved and why I can’t simply get you a bigger size. I also discussed this dress with Anna’s staff to ensure that we had the correct fit based on your measurements and it was our collective idea to give you a gift. Again, I am sorry that you felt that I was dishonest with you. My intention was always to fix your gown as it was very possible. As for the accusations of body shaming, I take those very seriously. In no way would I EVER shame a girl. Gowns are fabric and need to be altered: let out, taken in, straps adjusted, etc. In no way does that mean that the bride should alter her body. Gowns are made of fabric and are meant to be altered. In fact, I’ve NEVER had a bride who did not need her gown to be altered. Every body is different and the designer cannot see you as they make the gown so they make the gown to be adjusted to you. Speaking on how to alter a gown is VERY different from body shaming. You looked beautiful in your gown when I last saw it on you. I’m sincerely sorry that a seamstress made you feel otherwise. I wish you would’ve trusted me to fix it and make your wedding dress dreams come true.
I had the most amazing experience!! Jenn was so helpful in narrowing down the style I wanted. I did not feel pressured at all and they were great about referrals to other wedding vendors. I would highly recommend this one of a kind experience!
After my first appointment at another bridal shop in the area was very disappointing, I was a bit discourage and thought I wasn't going to find my dress. Then, I walked into Malindy, Jen greeted me and I knew this would be THE place. She (and m...
y Mom and sisters) pulled about 8 dresses for me to try on based on what I was looking for. The second dress I tried on...was IT. Funniest thing was, the dress I ended up getting I had pinned, saved in my pictures, and tagged in an email as a possible yes and I didn't even let Jen know that. She ended up pulling it and it was perfect. Exactly what I wanted, so she really listened to me and what style and fit I wanted. She was so great and made my day so special for my family and I. Highly, highly recommend going here to try on dresses!!
Response from the Vendor on 06/07/2016
We are so glad to hear you found exactly what you wanted with us! Thank you so much taking the time to write a review! XOXO
Megan is so wonderful and a sweetheart! I had a vague idea of the kind of dress I was looking for but still clueless because I don't know anything about wedding dresses! When I arrived she had already pulled some dresses for me to try on, one b...
y one I narrowed it down to two. As I was checking the colour of the dress by the front mirror, I kept pulling my hair to the side to envision my hair in a braid as I am planning to have for my wedding. Megan went ahead and braided my hair real quick and then she and my sister proceeded to accessorize me. Seeing the look all come together made it really special! I was so lucky and thankful my sister brought me to Malindy Elene Bridal, I found my dress and it only took one store to do that, it was such a wonderful experience!
Response from the Vendor on 06/07/2016
We are so happy that you found your dress with us! Thank you so much taking the time to write a review. We really appreciate it! XOXO
My experience at Malindy Elene could not have been more perfect. My budget was smaller than a majority of their selection, and I almost didn't even make an appointment to come in. I can't tell you how glad I am that I did!
Megan is the abso...
lute sweetest, and made me feel so special both times I came in to shop. She was attentive, respectful of my budget, and so gifted at knowing what dresses I'd like and what really fit me and my personality. After trying on a ton of beautiful dresses, I was so so happy to say yes to "the" dress!
If you're in the area and are looking for a well made gown and an incredible bridal experience, definitely check this shop out. It's absolutely wonderful.
I just happened upon Malindy Elene because they were one of the only boutiques that sold Augusta Jones in Florida and I am so happy that I did! Megan and Jenn are literally the sweetest girls I have ever met and it was such a pleasure working w...
ith them. They made my whole entire dress experience unlike any other. Totally worth the 2 hour drive there and back! I couldn't say enough good things about them and their beautiful salon!
I cannot recommend Malindy Elene high enough! Wow! Finding my dream wedding gown was such an amazing experience thanks to Megan at Malindy Elene. I had been searching for a specific dress all over Florida and online and had tried on at least 1...
00 dresses at other stores. I thought maybe my dream dress didn't exist. The ladies at Malindy Elene made you feel like the most special bride, from the personalized welcome sign outside to the most friendly and personal assistance inside their exquisite boutique. Not only did Malindy Elene have my dream wedding dress, but it was on sample sale! Thank you, thank you, Megan and all the ladies at Malindy Elene for everything! I have and will continue to recommend you, with your beautiful array of wedding gowns and accessories, to everyone I know!
I was never someone who dreamed about my wedding day or dress, and I went a few places around town with no luck & felt pretty discouraged. At one point, I no longer even wanted to shop for gowns. Everything changed when I went to Malindy Elene ...
& had an appointment with Megan. She helped me design a custom dress that was exactly what I wanted and way, way more. The whole process was amazing, from the original appointment to the final alterations. I just can't say enough good things. Thank you Megan & your amazing team for making me feel confident & beautiful on my wedding day! :)
I loved shopping at Malindy Elene! I finally found my wedding dress after going to 4 other boutiques (two in Orlando and two in Tampa). Jen was my bridal stylist and she was so personable and helpful. She let me look through the gowns on my own...
without being overbearing and also picked some out that she thought I may like. Their gown selection is great and very couture. The first gown I tried on ending up being "the dress" and I'm so glad I found it at Malindy Elene!
My experience at Malindy Elene was outstanding!! The staff, Megan, Jenn, and Olivia, were ALWAYS super helpful! They helped me with all decisions along the way. I found my dream dress, it fit me perfectly, and I could not have been happier!! Ev...
ery bride should stop in when shopping for their gown…they will not regret that decision!!!
I had tried looking for dresses EVERYWHERE in the NYC/Brooklyn area with no success for one reason or another. Then I came home one weekend and decided to try this shop nearby. Immediately I was comfortable with the Malindy Team. They made the ...
process so fun, exciting, not stressful and gave real advise. I never wondered if they actually like the dress or just wanted to sell me something as I had felt in other stores. They also helped squeeze me in when I, being co-dependent, needed my BFF to see the dress before I decided. Not only did they help me pick THE DRESS but after I decided to do my alterations elsewhere they came with me to my first fitting to help! They were amazing and I would 100% recommend them!
My daughter bought her wedding gown here for her wedding in Co. Megan & her staff were wonderful, even opening the shop for us so the bride could look at the dress once more before deciding. The store is small & personal. The dress had to be s...
hipped to CO and this was done without a hitch. The bride & dress were beautiful and we have nothing but praise for this store.
Great boutique in Tampa but sadly disappointed in the service at this place. I am maid of honor to a friend that purchased her dress here, and I was with her .. it was gorgeous and they were great while there and until she purchased the dress. ...
From the time she purchased the dress until the time it came in, they were promised to hear about shows in the store, not a peep, updates on the progress.. nothing. The service after purchasing the dress was disappointed and being with her the whole step of the way I can say I am now engaged and was hoping to get my dress from such a cute store but will never based off of the terrible service I saw after purchasing a dress. So disappointed I wanted the quality of the store and dresses to match the staff. Too bad..
Response from the Vendor on 03/26/2015
Hi Meryl,
I am truly disheartened in seeing this review today! Myself and my staff have always held great pride in our customer service and it is something we value only second to the quality of our merchandise. I am so glad to hear that you...
r friend got her dream gown and you were pleased with that aspect.
I apologize in any miscommunication about getting updates on the gown. We do check on our orders at the beginning of each month but with our vendors being so diligent, typically things don’t change much. We know each of our brides has plenty going on during the wedding planning process and try to keep our phone calls and updating to a minimum unless drastic changes occur. Any brides are free to call us to check in on their gown or other merchandise at any time. We are a small shop but do call every single missed call back, every voicemail and answer our phones and emails as quickly as possible. ☺
I also am sorry that the bride did not feel notified on our Trunk Shows in the boutique. We try our best to keep all of our clients informed on sales during their planning time! We love to see them throughout their time with us! We post our Trunk Show schedule on our website, blog, Instagram account, Facebook account and Twitter. We also send out email blasts. I sincerely apologize if that did not reach the bride! I would have loved for her to visit us in the boutique. Our brides really do become our friends and want them to feel welcome all the time!
I sincerely apologize for you and the bride feeling that we have lacked in service. If the bride is still going through the process with us, I would love to talk with her and see how we can make it right. I know you feel that Malindy Elene is not for you, but I would love the chance to prove otherwise. Thanks so much for your honesty and I look forward to making this right with you and keeping it in mind for all current and future brides that come to Malindy Elene Bridal.
XO - Megan
I truly enjoyed my dress shopping experience at Malindy Elene. The showroom was private, the dresses gorgeous (seriously, I wanted to try them ALL on!), and the girls extremely helpful and friendly. It is an upscale and classy boutique but stil...
l had a great selection of dresses to fit my budget, and I thought the quality of the dresses far surpassed dresses of similar price that I tried on at other bridal salons. Most importantly, I found a stunning gown that made me feel beautiful and that I wish I could wear for more than just one day :) I would definitely recommend Malindy Elene to my engaged friends (and already have!).
Response from the Vendor on 03/26/2015
Thanks you Jamie!! You were so wonderful to have in the boutique the entire process!! Congratulations! XO
Malindy Elene is an adorable boutique with a ton of gorgeous dresses. The store itself is beautiful and they carry a variety of styles, all of which are absolutely incredible and unique. I went to 2 other shops before I came here and you can no...
t even compare the selection of dresses. Megan, the owner, has impeccable taste and every dress is so special. To top it off, Megan is awesome to work with. She is very knowledgable about the gowns and what styles will fit and flatter your figure. I can't say enough about what a great experience it was. Everything about the store is magical. Bottom line, if you are a bride to be, you need to visit Malindy Elene.
Megan and company were beyond fantastic! They helped me find my perfect dress and made sure I was 100% satisfied in the way it fit!! I highly recommend Megan and her team! They were fabulous and made the dress buying process a breeze! My dress ...
was my dream dress and every single person at our wedding was stunned at its beauty!! :-)
Response from the Vendor on 03/26/2015
Thank you Heather!!!! You looked gorgeous! :) So happy for you friend!! XO
From day one to the final pick up of the dress Jenn was amazing. She was very helpful and accommodating when I was trying on the dresses, she gets it. It can be very overwhelming with the options and opinions of your guests. I felt no added ...
stress from her, just support which was great. I was torn between another dress at one other shop instead of putting a sale pressure move on she simply said she understood and told me the dress will still be here later. I even received the discounted rate offered on a belt when I went back a week later to make my final decision. Jenn also sayed in contact to let me know when the dress was ordered, delivered, and arrived. She assisted with the fittings as well. When wedding weekend arrived she coordinated a time to steam the dress and arrange pick up around my schedule! Just a great experience from beginning to end. Thank you!
I found the perfect dress here! The staff are so friendly and helpful! So many gorgeous dresses to choose from!
Response from the Vendor on 03/26/2015
Thank you so much!! XO
Malindy Elene was absolutely amazing! They made the whole experience beyond what words can describe. Everyone that works at Malindy Elene was helpful, sweet, and showed they cared about you. Whenever you are there, finding the dress or for a fi...
tting, they focus on you only. Every time I entered Malindy Elene, I knew the experience would be perfect. They have an awesome variety of dresses, and it is not overwhelming at all when looking. I told them an idea of what I wanted, and they did an awesome job at finding the perfect dress for me. It was a very enjoyable experience. I highly recommend Malindy Elene when looking for the perfect dress!
Response from the Vendor on 03/26/2015
Wow! Thanks for the kind words!! XOXO
I HIGHLY recommend checking out this boutique. I visited several different shops looking for a wedding dress, and Malindy Elene has the most tasteful selection of dresses I could find in the Tampa Bay Area. I explained to Megan what I was looki...
ng for, and she was absolutely fantastic and helped me find the perfect dress. In addition to having a great selection, they were also always accommodating with my schedule (for fittings), and very friendly. It was a treat working with these ladies, and I couldn't be more pleased with their services :) - Adrienne
Response from the Vendor on 03/26/2015
aww thank you so much Adrienne!! :) You were so great! XOXO Congrats!
I walked into the boutique with a vague idea of what I was looking for. But these girls took one look at me, got to know my personality and style, and found the perfect dress for me! I said "Yes" to the dress on my first visit not only because ...
of my confidence in the gown, but because of my confidence in the ladies at Malindy Elene.
I invited my daughter Corrie to Tampa to shop for her wedding gown because there are NO bridal shops in her area, and I wanted her two sisters to be with us as we shopped. We visited Malindy Elene first on the list of bridal shops I'd made in a...
dvance. What we found, after visiting six salons and chain stores, was a gorgeous Badgley Mishka couture gown she fell in love with. We were thrilled she found 'the one'. Megan worked with my daughter to add some custom elements that elevated the gown to a unique, one-of-a-kind creation that I'm sure will become a family heirloom.
There's more to the story, though. Once her gown was finished, it was shipped by UPS to her home. UPS left it on the porch, and it was STOLEN!
We were in total shock and at a loss what to do about it. Megan went to work to find her the same gown again, and was prepared to lose all profit on the sale to replace her dress. Fortunately, the gown was recovered by the police last week and we're very happy it turned out well. Go to Malindy Elene and you will have a wonderful personal consultant who will go all the way with you to find YOUR dream dress! We love you, Megan! Malindy Elene would be welcomed in any city if she wants to branch out. Thumbs way up!
Response from the Vendor on 03/26/2015
Hi Corrie and family!! Thank you so much for this review! What a whirlwind we went through for your dream gown! I am so happy that everything worked out so wonderfully! I hope you all are doing great and please come by anytime you are in town! ...
XO
I purchased my wedding dress from Malindy Elene Bridal this summer. Making an appointment was super easy and my family and friends had the whole place to themselves. I went in with a budget and the bridal consultants were respectful and only sh...
owed me dresses they knew were in the range. The process was so easy... I would love to have this experience when buy anything!
My dress has since come in and they were really easy to make a second appointment just to see the dress (it was too early for a fitting).
I would recommend to anyone in area to purchase their dress from Malindy Elene.
I am SO happy I found my dress at Malindy Elene! Karla and Megan were both so patient and helpful. They helped make my dress experience a stress free and positive one.
There are not enough great things for me to say about Malindy's. It was my favorite shop to try dresses at and they are just the nicest and sweetest. Megan has great taste in gowns and they are all so very beautiful. Not to mention that the ...
shop is just adorable.
Where do I even begin? I never imagined my dress shopping experience could be so relaxed and stress free. Megan and Karla are wonderful people! You get an amazing one on one experience because they only book one or two appointments at a time. ...
I found my dream dress there. It was absolutely perfect and exactly what I pictured. Megan helped me pick a veil and belt that went with the dress perfectly. After I bought the dress communication was great! They replied to any questions I had very quickly and were so helpful. I don't know why anyone would buy their dress anywhere else; this is definitely the place to go!
I had such a fun experience wedding dress shopping at Malindy Elene. I found my dream dress after only trying on 4 dresses and was sad that the search was over! The owner, Megan, was extremely friendly and helpful and made sure to follow up wit...
h my after I purchased the dress for some feedback. I highly recommend the store and have sent several other friends there already!
After trying on what felt like 100+ dresses at all the "commercial" bridal boutiques I found Malindy Elene Bridal Boutique. Wonderful service. I felt as special as any girl should when trying on dresses. Unique gowns to choose from. You will no...
t feel like the cookie-cutter bride when selecting a dress here. The dresses and designs are as unique as each bride I saw walk thru the door. The look on my groom's face when he saw me was priceless! Exactly what I was searching for :)
Response from the Vendor on 03/11/2013
Ahhh so happy to hear that!! Send me photos... I'm obsessed with your beautiful gown!!! XOXO
First thing after saying "Yes" to the ring, I said "Yes" to my dress. The owner of the store, Megan, also worked partly as a wedding planner for me and was terrific. She found me a dress that matched my budget and a great fit for my figure. F...
elt like a princess!
I was really nervous to go dress shopping. I was afraid it was going to be a stressful experience with pushy sales people and dresses that were way over my budget. THANK GOODNESS I went to Malindy Elene first! The store is beautiful and the sam...
ple dresses are in fantastic condition. Megan and her team are uber welcoming when you arrive and instantly calmed my nerves. During my consultation, I let Megan know the details of my wedding and my budget. She happily listened and took notes – then the fun began! We went dress hunting! She pulled DYNAMITE dresses, which let me know she listened to my style AND MY BUDGET (huge bonus). The dresses here are unique, which I LOVE! She’s selected a great variety of styles in a wide range of prices. She was a patient guide throughout the entire process, letting me lead, but giving guidance when I got stuck and couldn’t make a decision. I felt comfortable here. We laughed, we cried, we hugged… and i said YES to the dress! I would HIGHLY recommend Malindy Elene to any bride looking for that special dress for her magical day.
What a great store! This was 1 of 4 stores I shopped till I found the one. I went once and had some top choices. After going to another store where the sales woman acted inappropriately towards my mom and her opinions, I was overwhelmed and con...
fused. I went straight back to Malindy Elene where I felt most comfortable and I could calmly find out what style dress really does fit me best. Megan is phenomenal! She really does her job well and is so friendly to work with. I didn't feel any pressure at all and she really helped me find my style. There ended up being 2 dresses to decide from (one from Malindy Elene) in the end for me. Unfortunately "the one" was not one of their dresses. I can't say enough about the service and quality of dresses here. Go to this store if you want an unstressed and welcoming appointment to try on dresses.
I LOVED my dress and Malindy! The service was great and the alterations were soo easy!
Malindy helped me find the most perfect dress for my beach wedding! She saw my vision and had me come back for a trunk show with Kelly Chase... there it was!! I saw the dress as soon as we went into the closet to pick out styles! Malindy is suc...
h a sweet person and made my dress shopping experience with my mother perfect!! <3 Happy Bride!
I went to several dress shops and loved the dresses in this shop. In my opinion they were reasonably priced too. I worked with Lindy and had an ok experience. I bought the dress because it was absolutely gorgeous and I loved it. Lindy spent a...
lot of time with me, but I found her to be a little pushy. Overall no big problems just little annoyances.
I love Anne Barge's gowns! They are made of fine quality materials and the construction is delicate yet durable for a long night of dancing. I could not have been happier to purchase my dress from Malindy's. The staff was always accommodatin...
g and pleasant to work with. Their seamstress is a master at her craft and very flexible.
Contact Info for Malindy Elene Bridal Boutique
2109 W Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL
Meet the Team
Danielle DiMarte
Manager
As the manager of Malindy Elene, I have a true passion for working with brides! I believe each girl who walks through the door is unique and special- so her gown should be too! Every bride deserves the ultimate experience when it comes to finding her dream dress. When you come in for an appointment, I want to go above and beyond to help you have a dress shopping appointment that is unparalleled and create a memory that will last you a lifetime.
After years of bridal and customer service experience, I still get giddy when a bride says “yes” to her dress!
Malindy Elene Bridal Boutique