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(61)Best of Weddings (4x).1776 Laskin Road, Suite 204, Virginia Beach, VA
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Milk & Honey is a size inclusive bridal boutique specializing in couture wedding gowns and accessories. We work with designers that offer all types of customizations. So whether you are a size 0 or a size 28, we have beautiful gowns for your consideration . As we are by appointment, feel free to call us at 757/995-7323 or visit our website at hello@milkandhoneybride.com to make your personalized appointment. We look forward to helping you find your dream wedding gown! Cheers!! Brooke and Diane
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- Wedding Dresses
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- Bridal Stylists
- Custom Designs
- Dry Cleaning & Preservation
- Plus Size Available
- Private Appointments Available
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I felt so comfortable trying on dresses in a salon with many beautiful size inclusive options. The woman I worked with helped me find the perfect dress! Their prices are reasonable, they offer in house alterations, will store the dress leading up to the big day, and had it cleaned and preserved for me after. The people here are wonderful and their dress selection is amazing! I suggest it to anyone one I meet looking for their perfect dress!
I love Milk & Honey! The minute I scheduled my first appointment, I felt welcomed and loved. Both Brooke and Diane were eager to meet me and acted as if we've been friends for years. I felt at ease about the whole experience. Diane listened to what I was looking for in a dress and surpassed all my expectations when she had me try on THE dress. They made me feel beautiful in my dress and helped me see the vision of me on my wedding day. I will forever recommend this boutique to anyone who is in the market for a wedding dress.
I cannot say enough good about Milk and Honey Bride!
Our daughter and her best friend and maid of honor, and I started shopping for the perfect wedding gown in December.
Milk and Honey Bride was our second appointment, and we didn't have to go anywhere else!
Brooke is AMAZING! She and her staff really listened and selected dresses that were perfect for my daughter.
When we found "THE DRESS," Brooke popped a bottle of champagne for us all to enjoy!
I will always remember the day I went with my daughter and her best friend and maid of honor to find the perfect wedding gown!
Over the course of the year, Brooke and her staff were great to work with! Each member of the team provides individualized assistance. Cheryl, the seamstress who works with Milk and Honey Bride, is phenomenally talented!
My daughter's dress fit like it had been made just for her!
Milk and Honey Bride has gorgeous, one-of-a-kind gowns, and I am so happy that my daughter found the perfect wedding gown at Milk and Honey Bride!
The daughter of our dear friends will soon be shopping for the perfect wedding gown at Milk and Honey Bride; and, my niece is planning to fly in from Connecticut to shop for the perfect wedding gown at Milk and Honey Bride.
I highly recommend Milk and Honey Bride!
It's been four years now but I'll never forget my dress finding experience. Brooke was so kind to me and my family. Also being a plus size bride made me nervous when looking for my dress. Milk and Honey was my first stop and it was the best stop. My dress was affordable and my day was beautiful, all because I felt good and confident in my dress. Thank you Brooke for making a nervous bride have a awesome experience. I'll never forget you and your team.
This boutique has the most unique selection of dresses. They have the perfect dress for everyone and they make you feel beautiful while you try them on. I went to 5 different places before I went here and they found my perfect dress right away. I 100% recommend getting your dress here!
Brooke and her team are FANTASTIC. I loved shopping for my dress here and found a beautiful one for my wedding. The bridal team is very nice and will treat you like family. I was really happy with all my interactions with them. And the dress was so amazing, everyone loved it so much!
Milk & Honey was the perfect bridal boutique for our wedding day! When we arrived the team made us feel immediately at home and after describing what I was looking for, Diane came back with the PERFECT Lillian West dress. Brooke and Diane were so much fun to work with!
In my bridal dress search, I went to three different bridal salons, and I ended up at Milk and Honey Bride, as I was looking for a "boho beach bride" vibe. I reached out to their Facebook page first to see if they had dresses by Lillian West or Justin Alexander, as those dresses caught my eye the most, and when they responded ever so quickly to say yes, they did, I immediately scheduled an appointment to go look for myself. I'm so glad that I did because Diane, Brooke, and their alterations seamstress are SO sweet, personable, and excited to make your special day amazing. The joy they express when you find THE ONE dress that calls to you is clearly evident, and each time you come back for fittings or for whatever reason, it's like you're being reunited with family or friends. They even make it a point to steam your dress and veil prior to your wedding day to be sure that it is wrinkle free! I'm so beyond grateful for Milk and Honey Bridal because they never made me feel like I was wasting their time, and they always just seemed so thrilled to help in any way possible! Thank you so much for all you do for each and every one of your brides! It does not go unnoticed!
The BEST bridal salon on the peninsula - I swear!! The ladies help you feel comfortable and well looked after during your appointment. I appreciated the unique style choices that they pulled for me - I went with a dress I would've never tried on if it wasn't for them!! After the buying process they made sure I was well taken care of with alterations and pick up before the big day. These ladies are fantastic!!
First and only bridal salon I went to! They're so professional and super helpful! I had a hard time finding the right dress for me until they took two different dresses and told me they could make a "dress baby". My dress turned out so beautifully! I had a few alterations done to get my country wedding high low to show off my cowboy boots! Picking up my dress this Friday and super excited for my wedding day in this gorgeous gown! Thanks Brooke and Diane!!
Milk and Honey was the first bridal salon I went to in searching for my dress, and they were truly amazing. From the moment I walked in, I loved the vibe- it's a smaller shop which allows Brooke and Diane, the owner and manager who will be the two people you work with, to curate some great inventory and really get to know their customers. Right off the bat, when I explained the type of dresses I was looking for, Brooke pulled a set of 3-4 dresses that absolutely nailed what I was looking for. She had great insight into how the dresses would actually wear on a wedding day, which ended up being super helpful when I was considering sleeves, neckline, etc.. I was prepared to feel very self-conscious about my weight in my appointment, and did in appointments at other shops, but Brooke made me feel beautiful the entire time. Finally, I have to plug their accessories collection. My very favorite part of my wedding outfit was my one-of-a-kind veil that I purchased from my details appointment, and they have tons of jewelry, belts, etc. as well. Brooke and Diane definitely have a full outfit in mind when they're helping you- it felt more like going to a stylist than a bridal dress shop. This should definitely be your first stop looking for a wedding dress!
I could have not asked for a better experience when looking for my dream wedding dress! When we first got there, we were very warmly welcomed by Diane, and we sat down and chatted briefly about what I was looking for in a dress. Diane immediately got to business and started bringing back dresses for me to try on. I actually really liked that she went back and picked out the dresses for me instead of us looking through and picking out random ones. She knew what I was looking for and had enough experience and knowledge to know what I would look good in. I fell in love with the first dress she brought back (this ended up being the one we bought). I tried on a few more, but nothing beat that first Diane brought to me. While trying on all the different dresses, it was very clear to me that Diane knew their designers and clearly has a good working relationship with them. For such gorgeous gowns, they also were very decently priced as well! I can't wait for my dress to come in!
Milk & Honey Bride is the best of the best! There may be a fair few bridal shops to choose from in Hampton Roads but I’m telling you go. With. Milk and honey. They have out of sight dresses. Stunning inventory and even more stunning service. They will make you feel like you are all that matters snd will bend over backward to help you find your dream gown. It truly wasn’t hard for me as Diane brought me different silhouettes and we narrowed it down. Brooke and Diane are the best !!! You can tell they have a great demeanor and reputation with the designers and colleagues they work with too. So pleased!! I would come for my fittings or pick up and roll in from work not always in the best mood and they had a way of being so kind that the magic of the biz would just transport me and my mom and get us so excited about wedding planning. Thank you Milk and Honey it was a breeze! I LOVE MY DRESS.
Ms. Diane and Ms. Brooks were amazing and superb supporters! I just want to let future brides know that this bridal salon serves diverse brides very well! I am an African American young woman and I loved every bit of my experience at this bridal salon. They were helping me every step of the way and knew exactly what I was looking for and my options.
I cannot say enough about Brooke and Diane at Milk & Honey. From my first day trying on gowns, through all the fittings and to the day I picked up my gown and jewelry, I felt like family. There we so many beautiful gowns in so many styles, but Brooke and Diane are so knowledgeable and helped me find the perfect gown on my first visit. I highly recommend Milk & Honey - you will not be disappointed!
As a plus size girl I had trouble finding dresses that were in my size. I found a dress from one of their designers that I fell in love with. I messaged them about coming in to try on the sample and they were very fast to respond. I only had 2 months till my wedding and they were able to get the dress in time. This is the perfect store for girls of all sizes. The owner made me feel so comfortable.
The ladies at Milk and Honey are an absolute dream to work with. I came back three times because I wanted to shop around and every time they worked with me. I finally picked my perfect dress and they made it so easy for me during the COVID stay at home order. I would work with them a million time over. They made me feel beautiful and like a real bride when other boutiques just saw me as a sale. They have such a variety of sizes and dresses. LOVE THEM ❤️
Being a plus sized bride was scary for me! I HATE shopping for clothes and the thought of trying to find the perfect dress made me so anxious! When I walked into Milk and Honey, I just felt so relaxed. Diane and Brooke made sure that I felt beautiful and listened to everything I was concerned about! It took me three dresses to find the perfect one; one that was not anything I would have never expected to fall in love with. Size didn’t matter anymore, I felt like the most beautiful woman in the room! I can’t thank Diane and Brooke enough for helping feel amazing for my big day.
Brooke and her team is absolutely amazing! I had the best dress shopping experience with Brooke. She was so personable and patient with me and helped me find a dress that I swear was meant for me. Thank you so so much!
My experience at Milk & Honey was the absolute best! I had the whole salon to my self, and both Brooke and Diane were so professional and made my first bridal appointment perfect. At the end of the appointment, there was no pressure, which I was afraid of! I didn’t end up buying my dress with them, I ended up buying from another store in IL where I was able to shop with my mom ( I live in VA- family & wedding will be in IL)- however I cherish my experience and am looking forward to shopping with Milk & Honey for bridal accessories!
By far, the best store I have ever visited. Brooke make me feel so important to her and never let me back down from my vision. The whole store was kind and helpful and accommodating. From finding my dress, to alterations, to final pressing, I could not be happier about having picked Milk and Honey. They made me feel beautiful in the size I am and helped me to see just how amazing I can look on my special day. Thank you doesn’t do justice to these women. I’d give them 10 stars if I could! 🌟
Ok so I went in hesitant and was prepared to walk out unsatisfied! I instead walked out building friendships with the entire staff! For the first time ever (SWEAR TO GOD!) I walked out in tears of joy and relief because I walked out feeling beautiful and found my dress which was the complete opposite of what I originally wanted! My experience was so beautiful that even after picking the dress we sat and talked as if we had known each other for years! Hugs were non stop!!! I could do nothing but thank Milk and Honey for the experience every bride deserves! I will forever love them as my sisters! Thank you all for helping me!!!
I first visited Milk & Honey in December of 2017 (2 years before the wedding). The experience was entirely unique-- not only were there sample dresses that actually fit me, the environment was so supportive and encouraging that I was never scared to step out of the dressing room. I have stopped by the salon with my mother and future mother-in-law, just my mom, and by myself. Each time, I was greeted with a smile and a hug. When I was there solo, Brooke and Diane took pictures for me, and even held the dress I loved at different angles so that I could show my mom via FaceTime.
The service offered at Milk & Honey is second-to-none. They turned an experience I was very nervous about-- finding the perfect gown as a plus-size bride-- into a truly magical memory that I'll cherish forever. I felt absolutely stunning on my wedding day and received CONSTANT compliments. I've recommended the shop to several other brides already, and will continue to do so!!
Added bonus: the seamstress recommended for alterations - Cheryl - was also a joy to work with. This made the whole dress shopping experience perfect from start-to-finish.
Any Bride in the area looking for the BEST bridal experience and bridal dress will be at Milk & Honey Bride. Brooke and Diane are the absolute best and amazing to work with! You can tell they love what they do and are also experts at what they do!! I highly recommend anyone to stop by because this place is hands down the best bridal shop in the area!
They were the best. They helped me out so much when I was looking for my wedding dress.
I am so thankful I stumbled upon Milk & Honey bride! I no longer live in the VA Beach area, but my close friends and family are still here so this is where I wanted to shop for dresses. After striking out at many bridal stores, we found Milk & Honey. Though the door said "appointments only", Brooke welcomed us in and got to work immediately! I tried on about 12 dresses, but Brooke stayed patient and eager to help me find the best match. We did, and I was so excited! It wasn't until after we left that we realized we had stayed far past closing time- we had no idea! Brooke never rushed us or mentioned the time. She was solely focused on helping me find my dream dress! I am so thankful we found this place. When I called to make my final appointment to try on the dress and bring it home, they were so flexible with me! I am from out of town so my window of stopping by to pick it up was rather tight, but they did a great job of working around my busy schedule. The employees are amazing and truly make you feel so special. Would recommend to anyone! I can't wait to go back tomorrow, try on my dress again, and bring it home with me!
I cannot say enough positive things about Milk and Honey Bride. Brooke and Diane are awesome! They were able to find me the perfect dress less than a month before my wedding!
My original dress, from a different salon, wasn't in the country 3 weeks before my wedding. I was so nervous about being able to find a dress that would fit in such as small time window. I am not the bridal sample size, and was trying not to freak out that I would have to wear the "big girl dress". Shopping at Milk and Honey I never felt like I uncomfortable or like a giant. Unlike other salons, all of the dresses I tried on were close to my size. I loved knowing what the dress would look like in my size.
Brooke and Diane were so great! With every dress I pulled they were looking up if they could get it in time. They had such a great variety, and they were able to get my vision immediately. They found me the perfect dress. And after adding a lace belt at the waist, it was way better than that original dress!
Brooke and Diane are the best. They made me feel so beautiful from the day I walked into the boutique. They are truly a joy to work with. They always greeted me with open arms and made me feel welcomed. They helped me choose the perfect dress and I cant thank them enough for their hospitality. The best dress shop hands down.
I cannot believe the absolute incredible experience I had at milk and honey bride in Virginia Beach. Brooke is simply phenomenal. I will be the first to admit, I was so nervous to go dress shopping, I am a very hard fit in clothes. This was my first stop and my dress was the second one I tried on. She just knew! Please, if you are looking for a wedding dress and can make it to milk and honey, go! You will not regret it! Thank you again so much Brooke, you made me feel like I was your only priority that day, gave me a memorable experience and truly found me the dress that was everything I never knew I wanted! Perfection!
I’ve never been the girl who loves shopping, especially for dresses. My mom set up an appointment and from day one I fell in love. The girls are extremely nice and welcome you with open arms. The experience is one that I still bring up to this day. Seriously one of the best days of my life. They new my budget and didn’t put me in anything above it. My dress is 3 different dresses to create my one dream dress. I can’t say enough good things about Milk & Honey. Thank you for creating my perfect beautiful dream dress, I can’t wait for my wedding day.
Ashley
Brooke and Diane are the absolute best I can not complain on bit they are always willing to help and accommodate ... I popped into the store so many times just to look and they always welcomed me .... I love love love my dress that I bought from them .... if I was doing it again I would choose milk and honey every time
From the moment I made my first appointment, to the initial orientation to bridal gowns, all the way through putting in my order on my dream dress, Brooke and Diane have been above and beyond amazing! For someone with a self conscious view and ZERO idea on what she truly wanted, they helped guide me through their world of beautiful designers and options with only good energy and extensive knowledge. I highly recommend all brides to give them a call, especially if you want to giggle through your whole appointment and find the dress of your dreams!
Brook and Diane are AMAZING! They make you feel like a personal friend, and any self consciousness is gone. If you want a fun experience, you need to try them. Just remember, Curvy doesn’t always mean plus.
I had a really wonderful experience at Milk and Honey Bride wedding dress shopping. My consultant was so helpful and friendly and made it a really special, exciting and personal day. She pulled so many dresses I loved and hadn't thought of. All of the gowns were stunning and I left with the most perfect, yet affordable dress. I could not have asked for a better memory in this wedding experience.
I can’t begin to explain how much of a beautiful soul Brooke is. She made my wedding dress experience amazing. I had been shopping for dresses for months (started February 2017 and met brook in October 2017) and could not find anything DIFFERENT. I wanted something that no one else has warn or seen and Brooke had it. She is your biggest fan through the whole processes. She worked with me and what made it so special, for me, was that missy would call me, not to rush me to buy but just to check on me and see how things where going. Very understanding... I never met missy but I did get to meet Diane towards the end of my experience there and ladies she is a doll. I will forever be a MILK AND HONEY BRIDE . Thank u ladies for making this experience one to remember. I married on August 25 2018. Oh and my mom loved this boutique and she is hard to please.
I had the an AMAZING experience at Milk and Honey. My dress is perfect, and I cannot thank Brooke enough! She was unbelievably helpful - full of knowledge and wonderful suggestions. I was a little nervous that I wouldn't be able to find that perfect dress, but she completely put my nerves at ease - and made it happen!
I loved that all I needed to do was to show a few dresses that I liked, give her my budget, and she started bringing in dresses - no need for us to root around, hunt for dresses and feel completely overwhelmed! I would absolutely recommend for anyone and everyone to come here for their dress.
Loved our visit to Milk and Honey. No pressure to buy which was great. Great customer service and the sweetest people. I hadn’t been Wedding dress shopping before and each dress pulled was amazing. Thank you for an amazing first experience in Wedding Dress shopping.
Wonderful wedding dress boutique! I was nervous about being able to find my perfect dress. Walking in I thought I wanted a specific style, I showed Brooke a few photos and she pulled the similar styles based off of what I showed her. After trying on a few of those styles, I was not in love with any of them. So Brooke pulled a few that she thought would look great on me. She was right! I fell in love with one of the dresses she picked out for me. It's really true when they say go in with an open mind and trust your stylist :) Brooke is so sweet and fun to work with! You will not be disappointed. I am so much looking forward to wearing my beautiful wedding gown from MIlk and Honey for my wedding in April! Thanks Brooke!
LOVE LOVE LOVE !!!
I told myself don't fall for the first dress always look for more. I came to Milk and Honey with my family and was welcome by Misty & Brooke. They asked what I was looking for and BOOM I was in my first dress. OMG is this the "one" I was thinking but I held my composure and said "next" i knew I was lying to myself lol. Ok i tried on my 2nd , 3rd , 4th dress and nothing screamed beautiful , gorgeous , bride and love like the first dress so I went back to it and yes the "say yes to the dress" moment happened tears were everywhere i looked up and all my family were crying I knew then this was my dress. This place is amazing i truly appreciated that they kept my budget in mind and respected it and didn't rush me. They took their time with me and showed me some beautiful gowns in my budget. Thank you so much Milk and Honey for helping me see the beautiful bride ill be this 10/20/18. I couldn't ask for a better experience thank you again !!!
I came to Milk and Honey bride in search a perfect curvy wedding dress and I was not disappointed! Originally, I came in with my maid of honor to look at dresses as my mom and family live across the country. Right when I walked in the door, Brooke made me feel welcome and comfortable. We tried on several different styles of dresses so that we could narrow down what silhouette and style I was looking for. We finally found something that I loved but I really wanted to add sleeves. She pulled out lots of options for me to try and when I left that day I felt very good about what options I had. I came back later after she told me she had some new items to try and I absolutely fell in love with my ensemble. I’m fairly indecisive and I did most of my decision making without family or friends so the process took me a few visits. During the whole experience, Brooke was so patient with me and supportive of my needs and wants. She was never pushy and kept my budget in mind while finding dress options.
I would highly recommend Milk and Honey Bride for ANY bride, curvy, slim, tall, short… any shape or size Brooke can help you find your dream dress!
I'm a size anywhere from 10-14. I wouldn't call myself "plus size" but rather "curvy". I found my dress here after 3 unsuccessful high end dress appointments in DC ( I specified my dress size ahead of time) where they only carried size 6-10 floor samples. It was demoralizing.
I was worried that Milk & Honey would be plus size quality material dresses, but boy was I wrong. M&H carries a lot of the designers I loved in DC, but with floor sizes I could actually try on! Brooke was incredible to try dresses on with. She was professional, kind, positive, and patient! Her studio is elegant with great natural light for photos! I felt very comfortable having Brooke help me get the dresses on as well.
I highly recommend this establishment as your first stop in VaBeach if you're even remotely curvy or plus size and looking for a quality wedding dress.
The owners of Milk and Honey Bridal are awesome! So skilled and friendly. Unfortunately we had already ordered my daughter's gown elsewhere which was a fiasco. We went to Milk and Honey for a hairpiece and veil and were absolutely thrilled with our purchases and the customer service. We are letting them handle the cleaning and packaging of the gown as well since the company we ordered the gown from disappointed us from start to finish. If we had it to do over again we would go with Milk and Honey for the gown purchase and we recommend this hidden gem of store to any Curvy Bride we know. 5 Star from start to finish unlike the largest operation in town who I wouldn't recommend to an enemy. They are downsizing and there is no doubt in my mind it is because they don't have the skilled employees and awesome customer service you will find with Milk and Honey!
I had my first bridal appointment ever today and I found my dress almost instantly. The shop was beautiful and very welcoming. Brooke and Missy were a blast and so good at what they do. I had no idea what kind of dress I wanted and every dress they pulled for gorgeous and they knew exactly what would look good on me. We had a great time and I found the dress of my dreams. I highly recommend this shop to any bride. Wonderful overall experience :).
Update- my dress took a very long time to come in, almost 8 months which left me only three months for alterations on a very detailed, ornate dress in prime wedding season. After taking it to four different tailor shops and being turned away (now we’re down to one month before the wedding) and buying another dress from David’s just in case, I finally found someone who could alter it in time. Thankfully the dress turned out wonderful and as beautiful as when I tried it on. There was an incredible amount of stress and tons of extra money spent due to the long wait time.
Milk & Honey did try to contact me to help resolve the issue, but I was so upset at the time I did not talk to them. The original tailor M&H recommended, I did not use because when I went to my appointment they didn’t have me scheduled and after speaking to a few brides waiting there, that tailor had their dresses for over 4 months and hadn’t started on them yet.
Brooke at Milk and Honey is amazing. I first walked into her salon on a whim on my way to an alterations appointment for a gown I had already purchased from another salon. During my alterations appointment I was told there was no way my dress would ever fit me. After having stopped by Milk and Honey I knew my next stop was to see Brooke again. My appointment was private. My mom and I had the whole salon to ourselves. Brooke helped me find my dream dress. I can't say enough positive things about her. After feeling defeated and told I needed to starve myself, Brooke brought my confidence back up and made me feel beautiful again. My dress is everything I ever wanted. There are so many beautiful gowns and accessories at Milk and Honey that you are bound to find something. Go see Brooke. I promise you won't regret it!
Being a bigger girl, shopping for dresses is never easy and i was a bit overwhelmed with the idea of searching for just the right bridal gown. But i found Milk & Honey and Brooke. She was a life saver. She really made me feel special and that my size didn't matter. She has something for everyone and she really listened to what i wanted and what type of person i am. My dress is just perfect for me. I visited with her three different times and each time she was just as down to earth, funny, helpful and understanding as she was the first time. She didn't even mind that i had a two year old with me.
Brooke, I want to send a heartfelt Thank You for everything you did. You made finding my dress a wonderful and fun experience. I feel as if i gained not only a beautiful dress and veil but a friend too. Without you this would have been so frustrating. Thank YOU!!!
The most AMAZING experience!! It's never easy being a plus size bride. Brooke made me feel so special and beautiful at my appointment. The salons selection has something for everyone! I had tried many other salons and always left feeling lost and devastated I had not found my gown. My appointment at Milk and Honey was private and Brooke makes each experience unique to each bride! I will never forget my special day at Milk and Honey, thank you so much!
I had the best experience at Milk and Honey! I love that there is something out there for the average woman!! It's hard to find bridal shops that have my size and it can be discouraging. The owner, Brooke was so sweet and super funny!! I found what could be my dress!! I am so excited to go back at the end of the month with my mom and hopefully I will "say yes to the dress!"
I LOVED my appointment at Milk and Honey bridal salon. Brooke was so helpful, friendly, patient, and knowledgeable. While I didn't end up finding "my" dress here, there were so many wonderful choices from amazing designers. I love that there were so many dresses in my size to try on. If you're plus sized and nervous about trying on wedding dresses, come see Brooke - she'll make you feel comfortable and beautiful.
Best experience EVER! I was very nervous about trying on wedding dresses especially because I'm a curvy bride. I found milk and honey bride while I was driving around the shopping center and walked in without knowing they catered to Curvy Brides. Brooke was so welcoming and so sweet! We didn't even have an appt and she allowed us to check out the store and dresses! I had such a warm feeling after that I scheduled an appt!! The appt was so amazing! I felt beautiful regardless of the dress I had on and it felt so good to try on dresses that fit! Brooke even surprised us with a little treat after I said YES TO THE DRESS! The shop is so cute! The appt was personal and felt like I had the whole store to ourselves! There is so much more I could say about this bridal shop but it truly is a place you have to experience for yourself to get a true understanding to why it is so amazing!
I would recommend this place to every woman looking for her dress and wants a memorable experience to go along with it!
I had such a fantastic experience throughout the wedding planning process with Karen (and Brooke!) at Milk & Honey. Even before I got engaged I started following them on Instagram because I loved their ethos and message. They were my first appointment and I bought the second dress I tried on - which was incredibly flattering AND comfortable all night long. Karen's advice on choosing accessories (veil and belt) was much appreciated, and they were able to help me make great choices that fit my budget. As an added bonus, they're bridal studio is pretty and relaxing - a beautiful space that helps you feel more beautiful!
Thank God for Milk & Honey! Had it not been for Brooke and Karen helping me to find a gown that not only FIT when I put it on, but to also make me feel comfortable AND beautiful... priceless. Lucky for my groom to be, they helped seal the deal on our pending nuptials!! Truly made this day special instead of stressful. Thank you Ladies!
I was recently in Milk and Honey and let me tell you, it was the best experience I've ever had!!! Karen was my main consultant, but Brooke was not far away. These ladies made me feel at ease and made me feel that size was just a factor that didn't matter. The only problem I had at Milk and Honey was that every gown I tried on looked amazing! I had the entire store to myself and they had gotten a "surprise" trunk show and I was more than happy to be their guinea pig to try things on. My Mother and Sister were with me at the appointment and we made very comfortable. They had just as much fun as I did. I also got to be the first one to try on a new gown they had just received; it was so much fun! Being that I live in Las Vegas they were more than happy to ship my gown to me. I'm sure if I need any help that Karen and Brooke would bend over backwards for me. I will recommend their shop to everyone I know. I know lots of girls who would fly to Virginia for just a great experience. They, Karen and Brooke, really made me feel like the most beautiful woman. I hope that when I am in town next that they remember me because I am definitely' going to stop in for a visit. I'll even be their guinea pig again to try on anything they want me to. All in all, I'd say that Milk and Honey is THE place to go if you want the entire "Bridal experience". Thank you again Karen and Brooke for the amazing memories.
BEST BRIDAL SALON IN THE AREA!!!!!!!
If you are a size bigger than, I don't know, a 12, it is VERY difficult to find a salon in the Hampton Roads area that has more than a handful of bridal gowns for a woman of a larger size. This bridal salon has a bunch of different designs for curvy women.
The two women who own Milk and Honey are wonderful, kind, and sincerely care about you when you make an appointment with them.
I will definitely be sending all my friends to this salon! Yes, they cater to the curvy bride but they also have gowns for smaller brides. If you want a sincere, honest aid in your bridal gown search, Milk and Honey is the place!
I had the most amazing day, I had a private dress consultation with my mother and bridesmaids. I had previously emailed pictures of my "dream dress"
My first dress was the "dream dress" I loved this dress. She had me try on anther style which was similar and then she asked me to humor her and try on one she picked out for me I was tearing up before she had it zipped, she is a genius! My mother and maid of honor were floored, i knew by their reaction, this is my dress! Milk & Honey is comprised of 2 women who are so talented at being able to know a bride better than she knows herself. Thank you Milk & Honey for making my wedding dreams better than I could have imagined.
Milk and Honey was more than I could have imagined! Shopping isn't very fun for me, and I was really dreading looking for a wedding dress.
Karen and Brooke made my appointment fun and low-stress. Their personalities and light-hearted approach made it feel like I was shopping with friends, and not being sold to, like I'd felt at other places. They were respectful of my budget, and there weren't any fees for needing a plus size.
I found my dress the first day, and it's being made for my size! They also helped me design a beaded sash with my colors.
Thank you!!
I cannot begin to give the appropriate amount of accolades to Karen and Brooke. While I bought my dress elsewhere, I had a jacket/bolero emergency three weeks before my wedding. Karen immediately began her search for me and found me the perfect jacket. When shipping was tight, she offered to hand carry the jacket back from a bridal show she was attending. The jacket is amazing, custom made, and is absolutely what I had been looking for to complement my dress. Every appointment with them is a personalized, amazing experience and they are a wonderful part of our wedding day! Thank you so so much! <3
Milk & Honey Curvy Couture is truly a concept brides in Coastal Virginia have longed for. My first impression of Karen and Brooke was that they were two of my favorite girlfriends that I had never met before. The gowns at Milk & Honey are beautifully designed works of art, appropriate for every curvy princess on her special day. Brooke and Karen are true wedding professionals and I highly recommend their beautiful shop Milk & Honey.
Milk & Honey was absolutely the best experience I had shopping for a wedding gown! Being a plus size bride and shopping in other salons that did not have my size in the dress I wanted to try on made it hard to see what it would look like. From the moment I walked in Karen and Brooke made me feel very comfortable and I just knew I would walk out with the dress of my dreams! I would recommend this wonderful bridal salon to all the plus size/ curvy women out there!!!
I had the greatest experience here. Its a very intimate salon that offers a personable experience. The dresses are beautiful and super affordable. I never thought that I would find a gown that was my taste in my size, but I did and its perfect!
Don't waste your time going anywhere else. If you are that curvy bride or a bride with a little bit of curve, this place is for you! They are so nice and have a great eye for what fits and flatters without skimping on your personal style. I found THE DRESS here at Milk and Honey my first visit, and having gone to other appointments elsewhere, I realized that nothing would beat the quality and style that I found at Milk and Honey. :)
I couldn't have asked for a more wonderful dress-shopping experience! I am proud to have purchased my dress from Milk and Honey! Brook and Karen made me feel so special and importantly, comfortable. Comfort is extremely important as a plus-sized bride. Plus, their gowns are just gorgeous! Milk and Honey is simply the best for the plus-sized bride!
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