Marien Mae Bridal Boutique & Events

e I went to because I found the perfect gown in under 2 hours. I would absolutely recommend Marien Mae!

nd his input that I’m coming back with my bridal party for their dresses!

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as just so wonderful, who listened to me, and figured out who I was and what I was visioning. He helped me find the most amazing dress, while keeping me confident and happy. Everything in this store was gorgeous, the staff was amazing, and I never wanted to leave! Thank you all for making this such a special day!

or bridal gowns, bridesmaids dress, and Mother's dresses. Not only did I find my perfect dress with the help of Susie, I got my bridal jewelry there, found my bridesmaid dresses there with the help of Lana, and Holly helped my mom pick out her perfect Mother of the Bride dress. They are also very knowledgeable in all their dresses, they are never pushy, and really listen so they can help you find exactly what you are looking for. I would highly recommend Marien Mae as I truly believe no one could provide the top notch service they do!

g to Marien Mae, the whole staff is amazing! They are all very kind. It was personal and I wasn't just another number. As someone who did the whole "David's Bridal" thing - I highly recommend skipping that and heading straight to Marien Mae!!!

t picks ready for me in her mind. She made the entire process easy, she also made me feel comfortable, confident, and radiant. I am so pleased with all Holly did to help me find the perfect dress for my special day. I am grateful for the experience I had, and I highly recommend them.

the rack, and I'm so grateful for him. He was so kind and helpful, my family and friends loved him!

erences. I thought I had found the dress but wanted to check some other options, just to be sure. Holly was very understanding about that. I ended up returning today to try on some more dresses. I found my dress! It’s a different one than my initial choice, but it fits perfectly and looks beautiful! Thank you, Kyle and Holly, for your patience and advice! Im definitely looking forward to wearing my dress for the wedding.

l too. I walked in not really knowing what I wanted in a dress. And I didn't feel overwhelmed at all. Kyle listened so closely and helped me find something I felt so beautiful in. I couldn't have asked for a better experience!

he experience so fun and lighthearted! My only regret is this wasn’t my first stop!

fortable. Holly the owner even stopped by my appointment multiple times to make sure I was receiving the best treatment. Hands down the best experience I could imagine. I found my perfect dress and Chelsea found amazing accessories to add! After our bridal group went straight into bridesmaids dresses and Kyle listened to what I wanted and made it happen while making sure he gave me every option. This place is top notch!

rom beigning to end. Holly even had custom earrings made for me ❤❤ Trust me-- you want them to help make your wedding day even better! Thank you from the bottom of my heart for everything!

knew what I was interested in and was so helpful! Susie was amazing for our suit appointment and Kyle was awesome for our bridesmaids dress appointments! COVID postponed our large celebration, but two weeks before our date we decided we wanted to still get married. I called and they were able to get the necessary suits in. Every time I called the staff knew who I was and it made me feel so special and more than just another customer. I could not have imagined going to any other store for my bridal needs. Thanks so much Marien Mae for making my wedding experience memorable!

mazing and smooth! Thank you for everything!

men suits. The guys looked so sharp and well-fitted. My accessories couldn't have been more perfect, and the linens helped define our reception space. We rented taupe velvet linens and when one had an irregularity, noticed by their staff member Lana, she corrected it and brought a replacement. Throughout the process we worked with most of the associates and they all give top notch service. We LOVE MARIEN MAE!

had recently had surgery and couldn’t go up stairs, so the staff made sure we could have our appointment downstairs and even stayed a little after closing so we could do it. Susie helped me find my dress, and even brought out different tuxedos so I could see what it would look like next to the color we were thinking. Lana helped me when I went to pick up my dress, and she helped me choose the perfect hair accessory. Thanks for a great experience!

ch. I walked up the stairs and my eyes lingered on the dress on the mannequin. Lana noticed my attention on the dress and pulled it right away. And it ended up being my wedding dress! She had me try on a variety of styles to see what I liked/ didn't like. If I had gone with my Pinterest Board definition of my wedding dress then I would have been disappointed. Marien Mae has a great selection of timeless and trendy dresses where every dress I tried on was BEAUTIFUL! We love Marien Mae so much that we have started using them for my sisters' prom and homecoming dresses. This is the place to buy your dream wedding dress and have an outstanding experience.

made my experience as a whole completely fantastic, after my second trip they remembered my name. That’s something you could only get by shopping small and local. Everyone there genuinely wants you to have a wedding of your dreams and will help you achieve that. They helped me so much and I owe a lot to them. They also were so helpful the entire wedding party, working to get what they needed as far as suggesting who to go to for alterations and ordering extra material. Thank you all so very much you made me feel beautiful, confident and like a bride. Love Sincerely and Always, Katie💕

en Mae. The entire team was so patient with me! Lana allowed me try on every style to make sure that I wasn't wondering what other dresses could look like on me. I also love that all of their bridal gowns are sorted by style and that they have two sizes (if not more) in each gown for anyone to try on! It made it so easy to try on each style. I also rented my linens for my big day from Marien Mae and not only were they in our budget, they were super accommodating when it came to changing my order around the week of the wedding due to changing the layout and table sizes of our reception. I am so thankful for the team at Marien Mae!

and how beautiful everyone there makes you feel while trying on each dress.

day perfect. They are constantly getting new dresses and styles in to meet all needs, and there is a dress for every shape and size. The linens I rented from Marien Mae turned our venue into a fairytale. I had a great time with my mom and bridesmaids getting our dresses there, memories I will have forever. Marien Mae will accommodate all of your needs and make your wedding day a dream come true!

ice and amazing people!

me. I loved their customer service and happy personality’s so much that I did all my wedding stuff with them. I got my gown, all my bridesmaids got their dresses, and all of my guys got their tuxes! One of my bridesmaids even got her gown there and I got my bridesmaids dress for her wedding there! I also ordered my invitations from the lady there too, happily ever after. It’s a one stop shop! And they make it a great experience and fun!

kind. The staff kept me updated on which girls still needed to make payments and style decisions, and let me know as soon as the dresses came in and were ready to pick up. I loved using Marien Mae and would recommend them to anyone!

cannot wait to return with my bridesmaids next month.

esses were measured perfectly to fit me and only required length alterations. The only reason for less than 5 stars is because I believe they should have a limitation on how many of the same wedding dress they sell. While I was choosing accessories to go with my dress another girl was doing the same and we were in the same dress. I attended a friend's wedding, the week before my own wedding, and she was wearing the same dress. The look on my face when she walked down the aisle said it all. My husband reads my mind and knew instantly. Cost is about average for bridesmaid dresses. I'm not sure about wedding dresses because I knew the designer I wanted and only went to Marien Mae for my gown. Our suits were also rented through Marien Mae and they made the process so easy. When he tried on his suit, they set up a display to make it look similar to how it would look on our big day. Seeing everything pieced together made the decisions easy. Size adjustments for the suits were simple and fast (next day fast). Cost of suits was a better price compared to past suit rentals for other weddings. They also provide invitation and linen serviced for your event.

at comes close to Marien Mae! I recommend them to every bride I know. Thanks so much for the help!!! I look forward to coming back when all of the rest of my friends get married!

ing, and patient! I am so grateful to have found my gown here, I felt like I could take my time and they carry a stunning selection of gowns and accessories! I loved my experience so much I went back with my bridal party and chose bridesmaid dresses there as well!

ad such great variety! I am so happy with my dress and I can’t wait to walk down the aisle in it. Thank you so much to everyone at Marien Mae’s!

the reception around midnight. She ran around nonstop checking on every aspect of our wedding. She tied ties, she picked weeds out of my dress, she did it all. With a smile on her face. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Give that girl a raise! Or a promotion! Both!

n was very informative and helpful, and we chose 2 different linens colors to accent our décor; Marien Mae’s staff was wonderful in helping us reach this decision, and even ordered linens in our second color! They delivered & set up our linens the day before our wedding and did a great job working with our venue and coordinator! I would highly recommend Marien Mae’s linen services for any special event!

e guys tuxes from Marien Mae. Everything was wonderful. You won’t be disappointed!

took in the considerations of my family but within the dressing room, she'd quietly ask me what my thoughts and opinions were on certain dresses. Absolutely recommend starting your journey to find a dress here!

complications with my dress from the manufacture (to no fault of Marien Mae) and I was informed immediately about what was happening and when my dress would be in. Overall wonderful experience!

were amazing to work with! Thank you for helping me find the perfect dress!

once did I feel pressured or rushed into a decision and the team made me feel well attended to and so special. I felt amazing in my dress on my wedding day thanks to Marien Mae!! Susie, Holly, and the entire team were an absolute dream to work with! From my first day trying on dresses to finding the one and getting it home - the process was fun and easy. We also went back so that my mom could look for her dress, and once again, the service was top notch - she got so many compliments on her dress the day of the wedding as well. Also, now that they have the ADORABLE events space just a few doors down, trips to Marien Mae are the best for a bride-to-be. We will be telling everyone we know to head there for all their wedding needs. If you are near the Illinois Valley and getting married, you MUST stop at Marien May to at least try on a few dresses - you'll be so glad you did!

e an hour trying to decide if you like one dress versus another. I was able to find my dream dress at an inexpensive price! When picking your wedding dress, be sure to stop in at Marien Mae and let their staff help you!!

made me feel like I had lots of time and little pressure. I came back after lunch for a second appointment. Holly was there with my gowns. She knew just how to make me feel like a beautiful bride... and I said YES to my dress. FYI- I wanted a church appropriate, insulin-pump friendly, <$600 dress that met my style criteria and fit my 6'0" frame. It will be here with extra length in 4 months, and I can hardly wait. During the second appointment Kalea took care of my two bridesmaids (who I set loose to pick out color, style, etc). Kalea was incredibly patient, attentive, helpful, and kind during this dress frenzy. She helped us find gowns that worked for each of my bridesmaids, complemented each other, and complemented my gown. This was no easy task, but she certainly pulled it off. ~$200 ea. I tried on fabulous dresses in and out of my price range- which I loved equally, not just because of the price tag. Just by chance, the dress of my dreams came in well under my budget. I did not feel pressure to shop at a certain price point, nor did I feel pressured to get anything "extra" from them at the time of purchase. While this could have been hectic or stressful, our entire day was fun. Everyone's thoughts and opinions were heard and respected. You can't help but feel special when you walk in the store. I recommend you make an appointment (or two) a few weeks in advance. We enjoyed lunch downtown and my fiance visited other stores and coffee shops during our extravaganza. I would highly recommend a day trip here. We have nothing but positive and fun memories of this experience! Thank you so much Holly, Kalea, and the MM staff! You have helped to made our wedding fun, affordable, elegant, and easy.

nly wish I had a reason to keep shopping at their shop. Great experience.

the awesome staff at Marien Mae. From the day I said "yes" to my wedding dress, to picking it up the day before the wedding, they never welcomed me with anything less than a big smile and made sure I felt I was their only client when I was in the shop. That is what you get when you go with a local owned bridal boutique. I will tell everyone I know to go to Marien Mae. You cannot go wrong!!!

felt like she was one of them and not a person trying to help me. They really are all about you and the excitement they have for you is incredible. You know people are passionate about what they do when they tear up with your family when you say yes to a dress.... after ordering my dress I stopped in a few times and saw various staff at expos and they all remembered my name and my appt. where else can you get that? They are so knowledgeable and the selection they offer is amazing. Besides gowns we will do bridesmaids dresses and tuxes too. And the fact that they offer linen rentals and so many other awesome rental items makes them stand out. If you are looking for an amazing experience with your group to find the perfect dress this is where you. Eed to go!!!!!

ctures of what I thought I wanted.... She decided to put me in a style that I didn't think I wanted and it ended up being the dress I purchased. The dress was a hit! Everyone loved it and I'm so glad I trusted her judgment. She also helped me with all my accessories ... bracelet, necklace, and hair clip.....which everyone loved. The all looked beautiful together. She's so creative that she also came up with the idea of making a custom sash and it was unbelievable. Thank you so much Holly. I hope you had an amazing wedding day as well. Thank you also to the rest of the staff. I will miss seeing you all.

dress, and helped make the process go smoothly. They have a great selection of dresses, and I was able to try on so many beautiful gowns and find the one for me! The boutique is beautiful, the atmosphere is perfect, and the whole experience was exactly what I was hoping for. I can't say enough great things about this shop and its staff, and I will always recommend Marien Mae to others in the future. What an amazing place!

ress - but Amanda (the owner) also made sure to go above and beyond for me. Officially Said Yes To The Dress and so happy I did! The staff is attentive and truly care for their clients! I highly recommend you visit this location even if you have to travel!

ng with them, they instantly knew my name every time I went in the boutique after, which makes you feel very special! I am sad that my wedding is over and I won't have a reason to go into the boutique! I got my dress, accessories, mother of the bride dress, and gold chair rentals from them.

t naming names). And then I tried Marien Mae. I was nervous it would be way out of my price range, but it definitely was not. The gowns were definitely high-quality, and the workers there were fantastic! They offered my group some champagne to sip on while I tried on dresses. Their store is very beautiful with a lovely ambiance. Comparatively speaking, you don't feel like a number they are trying to squeeze in their schedule that day. They make you feel like a real bride! I loved my dress so much, and I would definitely recommend this place to anyone and everyone!

. Ultimately, I found and fell in love with a dress that I would have likely never tried on had she not suggested it. She was accurately informed and willing to gather any pertinent information necessary to accommodate my wedding date as far as ordering goes. The atmosphere at Marien Mae was incredibly warm and inviting without any pressure to purchase (which I found to be a rare and much appreciated quality after shopping around). The quality, selection and service at the boutique are stellar and I would highly recommend that you start at Marien Mae when you are looking for a dress in the Illinois Valley. Gratefully, One Happy Customer:) P.S. After I purchased my dress, they sent me a hand written Thank You note with a Starbucks giftcard, what a classy way to wrap up a sale.

mother of the bride dress there along with accessories for all. They even have some great rental options for the reception which I also took advantage of. I would recommend them all the way!!!

t is just so nice and pretty inside!

ictures of a dress that she thought I would LOVE and I DID! She ordered a sample and it was in a few weeks! Even after ordering my dress she was holding my hand every step of the way with jewelry, shoes, my dress fittings! Fabulous service!!!! A+++

he linens. Marien mae is a must go for all things wedding! I even hired our planner from there.

uld definitely recommend them for chair covers as well as dresses/shoes/accessories.

less important than the other brides.