For the Ultimate Expression of a Bride
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Mon Amie Bridal Salon is a premier wedding attire boutique located in Costa Mesa, CA. For more than 40 years, this salon has brought an unparalleled selection of designer gowns to soon-to-be-newlyweds in Orange County. The enthusiastic and knowledgeable staff offer a fully personalized and exceptional service in order to help you find the dress of your dreams.
Mon Amie Bridal Salon has an extensive inventory of European collections from some of the top designers in the world. These include Calla Blanche, Justin Alexander, Eddy K Italia, Berta, Pronovias Atelier, Suzanne Neville, and many more. Catering to discerning tastes, the shop also houses a large number of accessories, inclusive sizes, and gowns for every member of the wedding party.
Make an appointment at Mon Amie Bridal Salon to begin the once-in-a-lifetime journey of choosing your breathtaking wedding dress. Your 90-minute session will begin with a consultation with your stylist, who will discuss your likes and dislikes with you. You will then have ample opportunity to try on a vast array of ensembles. For a Signature Shopping Experience, you can also book a two-and-a-half hour appointment that comes with a mimosa bar and a curated gift bag.
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Mon Amie is a highly recommended wedding dress boutique where reviewers had exceptional experiences with the staff, particularly noting Tina and Megan for their helpfulness and reassurance throughout the dress selection and alteration processes. Customers appreciated the wide selection of dresses, outstanding customer service, and the seamstresses' skill in alterations, ensuring that the dresses fit perfectly and looked impeccable. Overall, guests received numerous compliments on their dresses and were grateful for the ease and enjoyment of their experience at Mon Amie.Review photos
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Mallory P
5.0
11/30/2024
First of all, I am so happy I went to Mon Amie and selected my wedding dress from here! I went in initially last December to pick out my dress, and I was paired with Tina, who is an absolute angel and gem! She took such kind and thoughtful care of me, pulling out dresses that were the style & price point I wanted, patiently allowing me to take the time I needed to say "yes to the dress," and providing such reassurance the whole process. I said yes to my dream wedding dress, and I received so many compliments!!
When the dress came in, for some reason, the designer made my dress two different sizes - with the top being two sizes two small. While I panicked, the staff at Mon Amie, especially the manager, Megan, the manager, reassured me that they would take care of everything. Without me lifting a finger, they contacted the designer and had them send me a whole new dress immediately. Throughout the whole process too, Megan was really intentional about checking in with me and making sure everything with my dress was going well!
With alterations, I was also so happy with how the seamstresses altered my dress! I specifically wanted the bust area filled in more, and the way they added the tool, you can't even tell they altered it! It looks like the dress came that way!!
Again, so grateful and happy I went to Mon Amie!!
Marina B
2.0
11/10/2024
The bridal salon appointment I had was great and the gal who helped me was patient and ended up picking out my dress which I absolutely fell in love with. The problem came with ordering my size and the alterations department. I ordered the size they recommended and it was wayyy too big for me even at the hips which is why they had me go up so much in size. I also felt the alterations they said were possible fell extremely short and led to the disappointment. The dress didn't fit right in any spots and it was giant on me. When I went to alterations she was telling me it could be fixed. The seamstress didn't take any measurements and then said she would start with the top of the dress and we would evaluate at the next appointment. The top fit okay (nothing like what I tried on and I had to change my plans for straps to ensure it would stay up) but for a mermaid dress, the dress did not hug anything and hung off my body in a straight non-mermaid style. It also bunched in the stomach area because it was too big and there was too much fabric left in that area of the dress. It didn't look close to what I had tried on when I bought the dress and I didnt have a single clip or clamp on the dress when I tried it on. The seamstress told me there was NOTHING she could do and my hips were the problem and there was simply no fabric she could take in on the dress. In addition, the buttons that ran down the back no longer ran straight down and started to curve to the right side. I left feeling defeated and I was no longer excited for the dress I had waited so long for and spent so much money on. In addition, alterations was not cheap and it was a TOTAL WASTE OF MONEY.
I took it to another seamstress, which I should have done in the first place. She was able to take in the dress to make it look how it should and to ensure it fit right. She was able to fix the back so the buttons aligned properly. I HAD TO PAY ANOTHER EXPENSIVE ALTERATION to fix their mistakes and what they claimed "nothing could be done". I got my dress back the day before my wedding and luckily we were able to make it work since it fit much better. It was not exactly what I had imagined but it looked great and I was happy with it on the day of. My seamstress said they most likely said nothing could be done because they knew it would take a lot of work to fix and wouldn't be cost effective for Mon Aime to take the time to make it right. Unfortunately, it is a problem she sees often from bridal salon alterations.
They have a great variety of options and price points to choose from, so I would recommend taking a look. However be warned about the promises they make for alterations and the sizing they recommend you order. And whatever you do, DO NOT TAKE IT TO THEIR IN HOUSE ALTERATIONS!!!
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Jennifer M
5.0
5/18/2023
I'm so happy I chose Mon Amie! This salon was a recommendation from a friend. So many dresses to choose from, my stylist Savanna helped me find my simple and classic dress. Customer service was outstanding. Alterations had great input on bustle placement. I had so many compliments on my dress- I want to wear it again!
Christine H
4.0
11/20/2022
My bridal dress shopping was 5stars however my experience with alterations would be 0stars. The bridal consults and staff at Mon Amie were amazing and helped me find my most perfect dress. I didn’t feel rushed and they really listened to what I wanted. Overall I loved shopping for my dress there.
However, when it came to alterations it was the complete opposite experience. I recommend going else where for your alterations. My seamstress didn’t measure me so when I came back the second time my dress was no where close to zipping. Mind you I ordered my dress a size bigger so I wouldn’t run into any problems. The seamstress then continued to blame me and say I gained weight (it had only been two weeks between appointments). I know for a fact I didn’t gain weight because I lost weight within those two weeks. She continued to tell me not to worry and scheduled an appointment awfully close to the wedding date. I later called back and asked for the appointment to be changed because I didn’t feel comfortable waiting that long to find out if my dress fit. When I arrived for my third appointment the dress barely zipped but I was beyond uncomfortable and couldn’t even sit in it. The seamstress then proceeded to tell me not to call the salon to change my appointment again because she’d get in trouble. Once again she booked my fourth alteration appointment two days before my wedding day. Several days later I decided I didn’t feel comfortable working with her anymore and I wanted to take my dress somewhere else. I called to pick up my dress and found out my dress wasn’t at the shop. I was not told my dress would be taken else where. So 5 days before the wedding I was finally able to get it and take it somewhere else where I was told what a mess my dress was and basically ruined. The new place was able fix the dress as much as she could within the span of two days. Thankfully Mon Amie helped me get a refund from their seamstress but it didn’t make up for the awful experience I had.
Anissa B
5.0
8/04/2022
what i was looking for i knew could be a little tough considering I'm wearing a blue dress but they had one and i fell in love with it! Christine was extremely helpful and amazing!!!
Evanne D
3.0
7/11/2022
I purchased my dress from Mon Amie Bridal in mid 2021 for my March 2022 wedding. They had so many options especially for the more classic gown (with modern details) I was looking for. My appointment was wonderful as the consultant really listened to what I wanted and helped me find my dream dress.
The reason for the 3 star review: alterations. I knew from picking up my dress that it would need quite a bit of work especially in the top/chest area. Knowing that, I decided to stay in house as opposed to finding somewhere that likely would have been WAY cheaper. I was assigned to Gloria who turned into my guardian angel in this store. First day of alterations Gloria made me a custom bow for the back of my dress and pinned the chest to pull it in. Based on the work needed to be done I was charged $800+ for the alterations.
Six weeks later we came back to pick up the dress and the chest was still INCHES too big. Like could fit my hand into the dress between where the dress stopped and my body began. When I brought this up to Gloria she said she would have to get her manager because what I was asking is a larger project. Instead of greeting the problem with compassion, the manager instead came in and said what I was asking couldn't be done. The only option was to pad the chest area to fill the space. When I said I didn't want that because I wanted to look like myself in my dress, she told me that most women would want the extra help in that area. We had a full 15 minute conversation going back and forth on why my body was the problem and that what I was asking just couldn't be done. When we asked why I was sold a dress that couldn't be properly fitted to my body, their story somewhat started to change, but the manager continued to be rude and lacked any sort of empathy as I started to cry in my gown just 3 weeks before my wedding.
The manager finally conceded that they could in fact do the alterations but because it was SO MUCH work, they would need to charge more to build a custom top. She stormed off and left me in the hands of my fairy god mother. I sat silently crying as Gloria pinned me once again. I knew that what needed to be done was a lot of work, and at that point she only had 10 days to get it done.
Somehow she pulled off the miracle I needed and I was able to pick up my dress 7 days before walking down the aisle. It was perfect thanks to only Gloria!! The dress fit perfect, but wasn't steamed. When I asked Gloria mentioned they no longer provided this service (though in the past they had). Something I think should be provided given the elite cost of their gowns and alterations.
All in all, I would go back there, but I would only ever trust my gown with Gloria
Haley L
5.0
1/20/2022
Tina a Mon Amie Bridal helped me with my wedding dress shopping experience. I came to the salon with a specific dress in mind, and she found it for me right away, and it was the first one I tried on, and ultimately the one I ended up purchasing. She even pulled similar styles for me so that I had peace of mind that I was making the best decision. She was an absolute sweetheart to me, my mom and my MIL. She brought us champagne and just made the whole experience so enjoyable and easy.
Ally V
4.0
11/18/2021
Lauren was absolutely fantastic to work with at Mon Amie! She was so receptive to my preferences and style and made the entire experience so enjoyable for me, my mom and my nana. She went above and beyond and even helped with accessories! Thank you, Lauren!
Rhonda Marie S
5.0
7/11/2021
Tina at Mon Amie Bridal helped me to find the perfect dress for my wedding. I thought I wanted a lace dress, but when those just weren't working for me, Tina brought out clean dresses (ones with no adornment) and all of them were absolutely beautiful. My wedding dress was a dream come true. The ordering process and the fittings were completed with ease. The dress arrived early despite there being a pandemic. Thankfully, I did not need any alterations, but Mon Amie does provide alteration services.
Rachel C
5.0
2/28/2021
I didn’t end up getting my dress from this shop but I had a great experience trying on bridal dresses here. During COVID you’re allowed to bring 2 guests and they’re appointment only. My stylist was very knowledgeable and friendly to work with. I would recommend OC brides to make Mon Amie Bridal a stop to checkout for their wedding dress!
Lexi S
5.0
1/03/2021
I LOVE Mon Amie! My mother and aunt both purchased their wedding dresses at the salon, so it was an honor to be able to select mine there as well. The stylist was so helpful and attentive.
Negeen S
5.0
7/13/2020
TLDR: Schedule your appointment with Tina! She’s a style expert.
There’s a reason why Tina has so many wonderful reviews written about her. She is an absolute pleasure to work with. She is kind, reassuring, honest, and very knowledgeable. I couldn’t have been luckier to be paired with her.
I thought I wanted a specific style of dress, but after consulting with Tina about my body type and style, she confirmed that I should consider a more flattering style.
Upon trying on dresses she chose for me, I found “the one” but I wasn’t ready to make a commitment. Tina was so graceful in encouraging me to think about it and keep her updated on my decision. I went to another salon and tried on more gowns, but I never stopped thinking about the gown from Mon Amie.
Tina kept in touch with me throughout the process and I went back to Mon Amie few weeks later to purchase “the one.” I couldn’t be happier!
The dress makes me feel fun, sassy, regal, and (most importantly) like my most beautiful self. ❤️
Thank you so much, Tina!
Andrea M
5.0
1/11/2020
My last appointment of the day was at Mon Amie. I already had my heart set on a dress I found earlier that day, but wanted attend all my appointments just to make sure it was the one. My stylist was Tina McLean and I was so lucky to have met her, she was beyond wonderful. Tina took the time to get to know me personally and understand the vision I had for our wedding day and my dress. She was helpful, fun, and very knowledgable. She could tell pretty quickly that I had already found my dress and was completely understanding. She guided me through additional dresses to help confirm my feelings and could not have been sweeter. Spending my appointment with her was like being with family. Such a great experience, I recommend that if you are going to visit Mon Amie for your wedding dress needs, that you book with Tina.
Kimberly J
5.0
12/13/2019
Mon Amie Bridal has the greatest wedding dress selection. You have to call and book an appointment ahead of time in order to try on dresses. The consultants are well-versed in the designers they carry and are great at selecting out dresses that you may like. It helps if you come prepared with what styles, fabrics, designers, budget you have in mind. I had Tina and she went above and beyond in helping me select my wedding dress.
Carly L
5.0
10/04/2019
I had the best possible experience with Mon Amie as my bridal salon.
At my first appointment to try on dresses, the consultant who helped me was fantastic - she helped me determine exactly what I wanted and was so helpful along the way. She even helped me stand up to my mom that I knew I had found the dress that day.
Every subsequent fitting and interaction was fantastic also. Everyone there is so warm, friendly, knowledgable, and lovely. It's such a great atmosphere. I especially loved our seamstress Jenny - she's a genius.
Thank you for making my experience so wonderful, Mon Amie! I would recommend you 10 times out of 10 to any bride!
Miranda S
5.0
9/14/2019
From the day I said "yes" to my dress, to saying "I do", Mon Amie has been simply outstanding through and through.
My initial consultant was awesome in making sure I tried on dresses that I envisioned myself in, as well as trying other styles. Ultimately, I did end up in the silhouette I envisioned (hey, a girl knows what she wants!) but it was nice to be absolutely sure and have the best guidance.
They have the biggest selection and also wide variety of styles and price ranges that fit any budget, so you are bound to find something there.
I loved my consultant and all, but OMG can I please just give a major shout out to Gloria in alterations!???! She is truly a gem and a genius in her work.
I loved my dress when I initially tried it on but I just felt something was missing...and Gloria was able to make minor tweaks so that I fell in love with it all over again, and even more so from when I initially got the dress.
I truly had the dress of my dreams and it could not have been done without the fabulous team at Mon Amie Bridal salon. thank you all so much!!!
Ashli P
5.0
7/30/2019
ERIC IS THE BEST!!
Mon Amie has a great collection, with variety of styles and fair pricepoints. This combined with our AMAZING stylist, Eric, made this the best stop of my many bridal appointments. He was friendly, helpful, personable, gave knowledgeable answers to questions, and respectful of 'no' decisions. My family (with me at appointment) agrees 100% that he was the best we met with. I cannot recommend him enough.
Annaise W
5.0
7/21/2019
I went today and had an amazing experience!! Tina picked out the most PERFECT dress for me just by speaking to me for a few minutes. I loved it and so did my family. Tina made it special for me and I couldn’t be happier with my decision! I decided to go to the salon off of The Knot reviews, take this one as a sign you should go, I’m so glad I did!
Lyndsey B
5.0
7/01/2019
It has been a family tradition for all the brides to get their wedding dress from Mon Amie. We love their customer service, their time management & the styles of dresses are amazing. It may be a bit more expensive, but in my opinion its totally worth every penny. The seamstress made sure that I felt comfortable in my dress, and was able to move around freely.
Liana M
5.0
6/17/2019
This was my 4th bridal salon in less than 24 hours and to say I was discouraged when I walked into the store is an understatement. But then came Tina. She put me and my mom at ease and made feel beautiful, confident, and excited to get married! The dresses are incredible, but the experience provided by Tina truly made my decision easy. We had a quick turn around (went in the 1st week of December and my wedding was on 6/15). While I was thinking of all the things that could go wrong, Tina calmed my nerves and promised everything would be ok. And it was! Thank you Tina and the alterations team! We created the wedding dress of my dreams and I could not be happier!
Traci H
5.0
5/30/2019
Beautiful dress! Gorgeous veil and a great selection! This place has it all and has a friendly staff to show it to you. The variety is astounding and practically guaranteed to get you the dress and/or accessories you need for your wedding day. Had a brief scare with the veil coming in last minute, but the staff ensured that the veil came in on time and was steamed before the wedding.
Brie S
5.0
4/03/2019
I knew which dress I wanted before I even arrived. I called ahead to be sure that they had the designer and style number I was looking for. The salon put a note in with my appt and when I arrived, they already knew which dress I wanted but helped me find others just in case. We didn’t have to wait past our appt time to be helped, the stylist who helped me in and out of my dresses was sweet and fun. And they even price matched my dress for me because it was my first visit and my husband and I were paying for our own wedding.
The seamstress got my dress ready for me ahead of schedule because I had to move out of state. When I tried the dress on just a month before my wedding, I saw that the hem wasn’t quite right and panicked. My parents drove the dress back down in a hurry and the seamstress fixed it and had it perfect in no time. I am so grateful that I didn’t have to stress over this. This salon is amazing. Go check it out!
Audrey H
5.0
3/25/2019
Absolutely LOVED my experience. Tina was my consultant and did a fabulous job. She really took into consideration what I wanted and made be feel so comfortable :)
Eliza G
5.0
3/12/2019
After a very stressful few months of dress hunting my search happily ended here and completely under budget! Tina you are amazing! No one made me feel as special as you in my dress search, I am forever Indebted to you!!
Annalece M
5.0
12/27/2018
Mon Amie is the only dress shop in OC worth going to! I had been to a few, as I was unsure of what I wanted for my wedding day, and Mon Amie was my third and final stop. Tina was so patient with me as I went back and forth between a few dresses and ultimately found my dream dress. Their alterations department was stellar! They made sure I didn't leave with my gown until every little thing was perfect, and I cannot express how much I appreciate that!
Paige B
5.0
11/10/2018
I had a wonderful consultant that truly saw the vision I wanted. She was honest and extremely professional. They had a great selection, and it was an easy process.
Brittney M
5.0
10/17/2018
I have been to a total of 5 bridal shops before finding the perfect dress. I was feeling defeated because every dress I tried on, I honestly loved each and every one. I know my body type and what looks good and what looks bad so I really had an idea of exactly what I wanted. Every dress I walked out in, I thought to myself “I can totally envision getting married in this but how come I have not had the moment that every girl talks about? The ‘Ahh Haa’ moment” and that was because I did not yet find the perfect dress.
Tina was such a pleasure to work with at the bridal salon Mona Mie! My family had flown in from Dallas, Texas and San Francisco, California. We had to make a 5.5 hour journey by car from Santa Barbara and back but it was so beyond worth it!
I told Tina exactly what type of dress I was looking for. I mentioned I wanted long sleeve, tight fitted in the waist, and a beautiful long extravagant train with embroidered details/lace. I am open to ideas of the opening and dropping of the back, elevating neck line, off the shoulder, completely covered of the chest, sheer but not too sheer (in only classy areas), but am positive about the long sleeves with details along the dress. She literally made my vision come to reality and found me the perfect dress! Now if that is not the power of manifesting your destiny with the help of a professional stylist who knows exactly what she is doing, then I don’t know what is. Tina was so wonderful, helpful, knowledgable, detail-orientated, and listened to everything I had to say.
Because I had e-mailed the company in advance, they got a sense of who I was and what style of dress I was looking for so they paired me up with Tina. I am so happy they did because if it wasn’t for her, I may not have walked out the door with a dress in hand that day. Oh and did I mention that the dress fit me like a glove, I may not need to make any alterations except to add a bustle to the train (excuse my wedding dress terminology as I am still learning). What an AMAZING day I will never forget and I was so happy Tina was a part of my experience at Mona Mie Bridal Salon! Thank you Tina!
Stephanie L
5.0
10/09/2018
I came here last year for my best friend to discover her dream wedding gown. Due to a change in her husbands career, she had to move the date of her wedding to a four month deadline to find her dress. After going to two different bridal salons and being told that it wasn’t realistic that she would be able to have a dress done in time, we finally went to Mon Amie. Laurel the owner and Tina the consultant were amazing. They didn’t make the entire appointment about the timing of the wedding and dress, but about the bride. They made beautiful suggestions and the bride fell in love with a stunning fitted modern lace gown. She looked incredible on her special day and we all truly appreciated the experience at Mon Amie. I recommend it to everyone!
Hannah F
5.0
10/01/2018
Janelle was so helpful and fun! She totally understood my vision and made me feel so comfortable. Would definitely recommend!
Chelsea E
5.0
9/25/2018
I cannot say enough amazing things about this salon!! First off, they have such an incredible selection of dresses to choose from and their customer service is top notch. I went into the salon with only 5 months until my wedding date, and when I found my perfect dress during my appointment, my stylist was extremely helpful in ensuring that the dress would be done in time, no question about it!! And BOY did they deliver!
My dress came in a whole 2 weeks earlier than expected which allowed us more time for minor alterations. The seamstress that helped me during my first appointment, suggested that we order the dress true to my size, so that when the dress came in, it wouldn't need much altering, and that is exactly what happened! When my dress arrived at the salon, it fit perfectly with just a little adjustment to the hem and adding the bustle. Needless to say, my dress was more than ready come the day of my wedding.
Mon Amie Bridal is where my sister and cousin also found their wedding dresses, and now I am happy to be joining the club!!
Vendor response 09/26/2018
Thank you so much for your great review! We pride ourselves on giving every bride the best...
experience possible. We are so excited to have you as a Mon Amie bride!
Bethany B
5.0
6/13/2018
My experience at Mon Ami was really amazing and the best I had in Orange County. It turns out that I am the super annoying bride who liked every dress she put on but didn't love any of them. Basically, I was super indecisive and tried on probably a hundred dresses at least.
The first time I went my consultant was so sweet and thoughtful. I came for the Berta trunk show and my family was super unsupportive of me trying on any of those dresses because they are so pricey (even though I was paying for my own dress). At one point, I almost started crying because nothing else was working so my consultant decided to start sneaking in Berta dresses. It really helped so much to have someone on my side with nothing invested but to make me look good and get what I wanted. It was amazing because I was finally able to try on those expensive dresses and then get them out of my head because they weren't perfect.
I came back later that week and had a new consultant (my previous one had gone on maternity leave and told me at my first appointment that Tina would be helping me from now on). I loved my first consultant but Tina was beyond wonderful! She truly listened to what I wanted and went above and beyond to find the perfect dress for me. No other consultant at any bridal salon worked as hard to find me my dream dress. She brought in things for me to try that were different from what I had in mind but were super helpful to try on. A lot places just let your entourage pick your dresses which is not always super helpful. Tina was so deliberate and thoughtful with every pick and I felt how earnestly she wanted to be the one to find me my dress.
I ended up flying across the country to get a specific designers dress but if that had not been an option I know I would have picked one of the dresses Tina had picked for me and been happy with the choice. Tina did pick out my gorgeous veil that complimented my dress perfectly.
The level of professionalism I felt from Tina was way beyond anything I experienced at any other salon. It didn't feel like it was just her job and she was getting though her work day. I felt her passion and love for what she does and how seriously she takes finding a brides' dream dress. She even came in early for an appointment because that was the only time I could make it! Any bride who works with Tina will feel so well taken care of and like she truly wants you to feel beautiful in your dress!
Vendor response 09/26/2018
Thank you so much for your kind words. We are humbled to hear about your great experience ...
with Tina and Mon Amie. Thank you for allowing us to be apart of your bridal experience!
Kyle S
5.0
5/02/2018
Every staff member at Mon Amie was beyond helpful in my experience of choosing my dream dress! Ivy gave me amazing advice and made me feel so comfortable. Denvin works magic and altered my dress to perfection. Could not thank these women enough for listening to me and truly caring to make this a special memory. Thank you!
Vendor response 09/26/2018
Thank you so much for the great review! We are so happy to hear your experience with Ivy a...
nd Devin was a great one. We strive to give every bride the best experience possible. Thank you for allowing us to be apart of your special day!
Ashley L
5.0
3/19/2018
I purchased my dress at Mon Amie after visiting three bridal salons I knew I had found the place! Tina McLean was my bridal stylist and she was amazing! I was a bit discouraged that day and she was my saving grace! We even shared the same wedding date which I took as a sweet sign! It just took a brief conversation of what I was looking for and as if magic she had found my dress and never went over my budget! It was stunning and exactly what I wanted. Mon Amie was even able to get me extra lace and have the designer do the hem for me. I was very pleased! I did not use their alterations as I had my own but other than that it was a beautiful experience. Thanks again Tina!
Vendor response 09/26/2018
Thank you so much for your review! We are thrilled to hear about your great experience wit...
h Tina. We agree, she is amazing! We are so excited to have you as a Mon Amie bride!
Vaimiti L
5.0
2/09/2018
Tina McClean helped me choosing my dream gown for my wedding. It was a real pleasure to work with her and Esmeralda, the girl doing the alterations. She always finds the right words to comfort you and to guide you. She’s the best to me and I’m really happy with my Mon Amie Bridal experience. Thank you Tina !!!!!!
Vendor response 09/26/2018
Thank you so much for the kind words. We strive to give every bride the best experience po...
ssible and we are thrilled to know you had a great one! Thank you for allowing us to be apart of your bridal experience.
Kim P
5.0
1/24/2018
Although I didn't end up getting my wedding dress here, I had a wonderful experience! When I began my search last January, I had my first appointment here and Janelle made me feel so comfortable. She was strict to stay within my budget and didn't push me to buy anything that I was unsure about. I found two I loved, but couldn't make a final decision. I shared with her that I found my dress elsewhere, and she was so happy to hear I had found my dress even though it wasn't at Mon Amie! I honestly felt bad that I didn't purchase my dress at Mon Amie because Janelle was so great!!
Vendor response 09/26/2018
Thank you so much for the great review! We are so happy to hear your experience with Janel...
le was a great one. Our goal is to give every bride the best experience possible. Congratulations on finding your dream dress!
Margo C
5.0
11/15/2017
I found the dress of my dreams at Mon Amie Bridal. I was recommended it by numerous people and this place is the stuff of fantasies. So many beautiful dresses! I had a middle/low price range and my consultant Ivy (the most wonderful person on the planet) made my special day with my mom incredible. She listened to what I wanted and stayed in my budget. She talked with my mom and I and made some awesome dress suggestions -- she was walking with me around the store and said that she had a dress no one had tried on yet and she thought it would be perfect for me. When I saw it on the hangar it was way out of my comfort zone, but I put it on and I cried. It was my dress. It was the perfect moment and she made it all possible for my mom and I. It was so me and it is like she could see the real me and found a dress for my personality. My seamstress was also amazing and the whole experience was top notch. I loved the way I looked on my wedding day!
Michelle S
5.0
10/30/2017
Mon Amie is top-notch! I scheduled a "Signature Appointment" (monamie.com/signature-ap…) with them and loved the experience. To explain how the Signature Appointment works, you pay just under $300 ($100 of which is applied to a dress if you buy there) to get the store completely to yourself and a group (up to 10) friends. Delicious snacks (I say snacks, but you could easily make a meal out of it) and champagne/cider are provided so it's like a mini-party for your friends. You also have the luxury of Mon Amie's wonderful stylist (Tina) assisting you with dress selections. Before you even set foot in the store, a number of dresses have been pulled for you by Tina based on your personal style. How does that happen? Tina diligently reviews the Pinterest/Tumblr you send her before your appointment, and picks out beautiful dresses that fit YOUR style. (You also tell her your budget in advance to make sure your style doesn't outspend you!) The Signature Appointment also comes with a tote full of goodies.
As someone who was honestly intimidated by wedding dress shopping, I'm happy to say Tina and Beth (the manager) made my experience both fun and laid-back. To my surprise, I never felt overwhelmed, pretentious, or "not me." (They also accommodated my friend who recently had a baby with a room for pumping.) Beyond the customer service, the dress selection was GREAT. In fact, this spoiled me when I visited some other stores in the area and was great disappointed by the selection. (Do your research before showing up at stores!) Traditional, totally non-traditional, or anywhere in between - you'll find something there you love!
I highly recommend going to Mon Amie and, if possible, scheduling a "Signature Appointment." You'll love it, and so will the friends you take with you!
Jenna G
5.0
10/15/2017
Had such an amazing experience at Mon Amie yesterday and ultimately ended up saying yes to the dress! I was fortunate enough to be paired with bridal specialist Julie, who used her impressive experience to help me narrow down my vision and ultimately show me the dress I ended up choosing! Overall amazing experience with friendly staff, impressive collection of dresses while still being cognizant and respectful of a bride’s budget. Would recommend to every bride!
Brenda V
5.0
9/17/2017
Mon Amie was the perfect place to go for my Wedding dress. My friend Becky went there years ago and I was her bridesmaid. The experience was excellent and still is to this day.
Marianna LoMonaco found me the dress i was looking for. When i first went i wasn't quite sure what i wanted it was so hard to decide. The dresses at Mon Amie are beautiful, so hard to decide on a style. Marianna brought out the dresses that she thought would look good on me and i liked them. Tina the manager also popped in from time to time to see the dresses on me, she helped me too. Everyone is so nice.
I didn't decide right away on the 1st visit, i just wasn't sure yet. I had went to other Bridal shops and ended up back at Mon Amie. I had a great experience with Marianna and I knew she knew what dress i would say Yes to and she found it!
I never knew i would cry like i've seen other brides do when they put on that perfect dress and I did with Marianna. She found me that dress and I said YES to the dress!
I just want to thank Marianna and Tina (the Manager) for helping me find the perfect dress.
I highly recommend this Bridal Salon.
Brandon B
5.0
9/04/2017
Mon Amie, they are the most amazing and accommodating Bridal Company. I had an extremely awful experience at a rental bridal store called One Night Affair. Long story short, One Night Affair took my nonrefundable deposit on a dress and then went MIA. I didn't have a dress and I am 2 months away from my Wedding.
Mon Amie heard my story and literally saved the day! Jessica was helping me and she was so patient with me and was actually wanting to help. I put on this beautiful ballgown and it fit perfectly. I had found my Wedding dress thanks to Jessica and the store manager at Mon Amie. I am so thankful for their help and genuine kindness.
I highly recommend shopping here for your wedding day. You won't be disappointed!
Ingrid S
5.0
8/07/2017
Mon amie has a super good taste for wedding dresses, for all kinds of brides and all budgets! definitely a must go store in costa mesa!!! After all the stylist I met in all the appointments Tina McLean was truly the best!! she undestand perfectly for what you are looking for and help you with all your questions!
totally recommended
Markella S
5.0
8/01/2017
I did not find my dress at Mon Ami but I have to say the service was excellent and they had a large assortment of dresses in many different styles. Tina who assisted me was amazing and I showed her a phot of a dress that I had already tried on at another store and at the end of my fitting she said, "I would love to have you as a Mon Ami bride but I can't find your dress because you already found it". That is customer service and I highly recommend all brides to check this place out!
Lori I
5.0
7/12/2017
I can't encourage brides to visit this salon enough! I came to Mon Amie after visiting several other high-end bridal salons where I felt rushed and expendable. Granted, I'm the type of bride that refuses to settle and was hell bent on finding the PERFECT dress, but choosing your wedding dress is a big deal and I didn't want to feel like just another bride or number. So when I met Janelle at Mon Amie it was like a breathe of fresh air! She was so patient and let me pick out NUMEROUS dresses (some of which I tried on twice to narrow down my choices, because they were all so beautiful). I never once felt like an imposition and she went above and beyond to give me and my party the VIP treatment. The whole time I was trying on dresses, I felt like I was just playing dress up with one of my girl friends. I wound up finding my dress that night, and 100% believe that the experience was just as meaningful as finally being able to say "yes to dress". Janelle, as well as the whole team at Mon Amie, made me feel heard and valuable - the way every bride wants and should feel on such a special day. If you havent been here yet, GO! And ask for Janelle if you want your experience to be as memorable and amazing as mine was !
Jemima E
5.0
4/21/2017
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5.0 star rating 4/21/2017
I could not have asked for a better experience working with Tina McLean! When I came to Mon Amie I had already visited so many bridal stores and still was not loving anything. Tina was the most patient and gracious stylist, she never rushed me and I truly felt like she listened to my concerns. I went there thinking I knew what style I wanted but left with something totally different. If it wasn't for Tina I would have never tried on my dress. But you must trust her expertise! The dress she suggested was a perfect fit for my style, personality and budget. Tina is the best! If you go to Mon Amie you must ask for her, you wont regret it!
Knottie1434393102
5.0
4/07/2017
I had a perfect experience at Mon Amie! It was my first time trying on dresses and I had an idea of what I wanted but I was open to anything. I was lucky enough to work with Tina who was just perfect! She was patient, but gave her opinion when needed and she pulled options that I would have overlooked. I live in NY so I did not buy my dress here but Tina ended up introducing me to a designer that I was not familiar with and I feel in love with her and ended up buying one of her dresses in NY. I have nothing but great things to say about Mon Amie and to all the brides out there, request Tina - she will make the process seamless , stress-free and fun!
Arian S
5.0
2/27/2017
I came in planning an Islamic Afghan ceremony, hoping I would be able to find something quickly in green. I had doubts about finding anything but I found a gorgeous dress made in the in house designer that could be done in green in a limited time. Unfortunately I wasn't able to get a swatch beforehand but the dress came out even better than expected. Breathtaking. More than one could ask for. Tina was amazing in finding something gorgeous, quickly, and in my vision for our wedding on the Queen Mary. She had incredible vision and input and made me feel comfortable in the dressing room. She took suggestions well but I think a bride should go in and just trust her. She's got great vision fit and physique and I tried and loved a dress wouldn't have picked out myself.
I was nervous when I didn't get a swatch but the best thing I did was trust them. Beth was very comforting and babysat my dress for me, both Tina and Beth giving me updates all along the way. My emerald green dress was amazing and I was a princess on the Queen Mary. The skirt and sheath combination with multicolored green beading was incredible.
Sara S
5.0
2/06/2017
Tina was wonderful!
Carla C
1.0
1/09/2017
Terrible bridal boutique! This store has no business carrying high end wedding gowns and their alterations department is a joke. They butchered my sister in laws $8000 Berta gown and charged her for it. We had to take it elsewhere to be repaired and when that seamstress saw what Mon Amie had done she was speechless. Stay far away from Mon Amie! They get your money, put you in a time crunch and your screwed. Why risk it withh plenty of other bridal boutiques in Southern California.
Nasreen K
5.0
11/07/2016
Tina McLean at Mon Amie Bridal was an absolute pleasure to work with. She helped both my sister and I find the perfect wedding dress for our weddings. Since I had previously met Tina while shopping for my sister’s wedding dress, I knew she was the one I wanted to help find mine. I kept in contact with Tina prior to my appointment as my time frame to get a wedding dress was limited. Based off the descriptions I gave her, I came to the appointment with wedding dresses waiting for me to try on. I found my dress after trying on only the second dress she had picked out for me, and I absolutely LOVED it. It captured every detail I relayed to Tina about how I wanted my dress to turn out. My case was a bit different though, as I needed to alter my dress to accommodate religious needs. The team at Mon Amie Bridal from management to the alterations department worked with me every step of the way to ensure my dress was the dream dress I was looking for. Thank you to Tina and the rest of the Mon Amie Bridal team for creating the beautiful dress I always dreamt of wearing!
Vendor response 09/26/2018
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xperience for our brides. Tina really is a fantastic stylist; we feel so lucky to have her. Thank you for allowing Mon Amie to be a part of your bridal experience!
Mackenzie K
5.0
11/01/2016
After going to over 10 bridal stores, I am blown away by the level of service at Mon Amie. My stylist, Tina, made me feel comfortable from the very beginning when she listened to what I imagined in my dream dress. She found the most unique architectural dress for me that matched my style and was exactly what I was looking for. Tina's years of experience, professionalism, and fun and caring personality (she even came in on her day off to let me try on the dress again!) made it a dream to work with her! Thank you Tina for making my bridal experience absolutely perfect!
Lisa V
5.0
10/29/2016
I went with my sister to find her wedding dress and she worked with Max as her consultant. At first I thought my sister would be hesitant with a male consultant but MAX was so amazing and fabulous in more ways than one! She was glad she got MAX because he made the experience so much fun. By far he was the best consultant compared to other stores we went into. He was genuinely excited about my sister's wedding plans and took the time to get to know her and understand what dress she was looking for. He was amazing and knowledgeable and just darn hilarious! We laughed A LOT which made trying on dresses less stressful and more playful and fun until we found the perfect one. If you're looking to Mon Amie for your dress definitely request MAX - you won't regret it! I wasn't even the bride and I felt like a queen.
Amy V
5.0
10/28/2016
This place is amazing and what makes amazing is Maxx Martinez. He is really incredible at his job. From the moment we met, his energy and professionalism was on point. You can tell he loves what he does. I went to many bridal shops and overall, everyone was god but Maxx gives you that extra piece of "special". He sat down with my sister and I and asked about my fiancé, our wedding, and gave us his background, which he has a lot of experience. After talking, he pulled 8-9 gowns, all of which I would have chosen and one or two that I would not have picked. He zeroed in on exactly what I wanted and my style. I ended choosing a dress I would have never considered trying on. This guy knows his stuff. He dresses to the nines and his make-up is always perfect. Don't give up the opportunity to work with him because he is a male. He is very professional and was better than all the other consultants I met. Thank you Maxx! Everyone there is really nice and they have a great selection of dresses.
Knottieadbc20338feae03d
5.0
10/28/2016
When my oldest step-son got engaged my first and only thought was to go to Mon Amie where I purchased my wedding gown a few years earlier. Not only were there many beautiful choices I was able to have a custom gown designed by Olia Zavozina herself. She was doing a trunk show. During that busy weekend both Olia and the staff took the time to design the most unique beautiful gown. When it arrived I knew it was breathtaking! I received more compliments than you can imagine, including from the bartender! Whether you are the bride, mother of the bride/groom or looking for an elegant gown Mon Amie is the only place I would recommend from the beautiful choices to the amazing staff. 5 Stars for sure!!
Knottie1460938953
5.0
10/28/2016
Mon Amie is the most amazing Bridal Salon. From the beautiful selection to the amazing staff. I was looking for a sophisticated gown for our summer wedding that made me feel like a bride but also be appropriate for a second marriage. I never thought I would find my dream gown there. The staff made me feel amazing and knew immediately what would be perfect. I highly recommend making this Salon your #1 choice whether you are a young princess bride, a sophisticated bride or an older bride for the second time. Definitely 5 stars!
Gaby D
5.0
10/28/2016
Found my dress in 2 appointments!!!! Tina McLean was an amazing stylist!!! She knew the styles that complimented my body type. Thank-you so much! Can't wait to wear my wedding dress!
Meredith P
5.0
10/27/2016
I am OBSESSED with my gorgeous Ysa Makino/Stephen Yearick/Leigh Price GOWN! It's STUNNING! I worked with Imani at Mon Amie and it was a perfect pairing. Tina, the manager, was perfectly instinctual when pairing me with Imani. She was fun, personable and knew exactly the type of gown I was looking for. I came in with a solid idea of what I wanted and knew that a dramatic Yearick/Makino/Price aesthetic was ideal. I was a little underwhelmed with the gowns that they carried but when my Mother and I found the couture gowns in the back corner, I hit the jackpot! I realize that most brides are not interested in the dramatic and want a more simple and sweet dress. Hence the selection. However, with my searching and with Imani's help, the first dress I picked and tried on was IT! YES To the dress on EVERY level. Tears were flowing, and Imani was completely supportive as a "friend" would be. She was patient and flexible, creative and the best part...I was able to work with the designer directly through Mon Amie to make it my very own. With a few adjustments made, it's going to be a one of a kind. It is stunning and elegant and the service at Mon Amie was really lovely, thanks to Imani and the rest of those working that day. Tina was wonderful and I appreciated her working with the infamous Leigh Price to get me exactly the gown I envisioned. I cannot WAIT to get my gown in the Spring. It's going to be such a statement, a piece of wearable art and I am grateful to have found my dream gown with the team at Mon Amie in my corner. Cheers!
Stephanie R
5.0
10/27/2016
I want to start off by saying my experience at Mon Amie has been amazing. This was the third Bridal store I went to & going inside I knew I would find my dress because they have such a wide selection of dresses. Maxx is simply just the best! We sat down in a private dressing room with complementary wine & he got to know me first before trying on dresses. He made my whole experience so personal & FUN. It was the experience you dream of & should have. I came back a week later with my grandma & mom to YES to the dress & it was surly a moment I will always treasure. Maxx & the staff made this possible. I highly recommend Mon Amie Bridal Salon.
Clare S
5.0
10/24/2016
I think I tried on an honest total of 100 dresses before I found Mon Amie Bridal. It had been a long fun weekend of trying on every sort of dress and I had come close to a winner at The Dresser salon in Orange County. I had taken a picture of the near perfect dress and I showed it to Julia Salzman (the most fun and competent wedding dress professional I have come across) when I arrived at Mon Amie. She gave me a little smile and told me and my entourage to pick out any dress we fancied. Julia disappeared and we were off. I found a few that were pretty, but nothing jumped out at me as "The Dress." After a few minutes, we went back in the fitting room with our selections and were surprised to find several already hanging on the wall. One in particular looked especially beautiful. I immediately pointed to the one and said I'd try that on first. It was the one. It was gorgeous and I felt amazing in it! Julia had known the exact dress that I was looking for and she was there with me every step of the way. I can't wait to show my pictures of the wedding to Julia and the rest of the Mon Amie Bridal team! Thank you!
Ashley G
5.0
10/24/2016
I can not even begin to explain how excited I am about Mon Amie. I have to say, coming back nearly 10 years after my best friend found her dress here, I was apprehensive that I would be so lucky. Honestly, I was dreading it. Well. JULIA is a GODDESS. She distilled my very muddled ideas into the perfect dress and I walked away a happy bride to be. I never understood *that* feeling you get when finding the dress, and scoffed a bit at the idea. I was wrong. Thanks to Julia, I do now.
Maria M
4.0
10/21/2016
Max was the best consultant ever. He made my experience amazing. I was full of nerves an as soon as he started my appointment he made everything feel so much better . He was open to all my ideas and he let me choose what I thought I wanted at the end he picked out some Beautiful dresses and he was on point with the styles that fit my body best . Thank you MAX for the best experience ever . Your the best :)
Eleasha H
5.0
7/23/2016
I found my dream dress at this store and they made sure it was exactly how I needed it. My mom and both of my sisters have gotten their wedding dress from this shop and now I was able to do the same. Mon Amie made my dress perfect and did everything that I wanted and more. I can not speak more highly of this place. It is truly incredible.
Christina N
5.0
7/09/2016
I found the most beautiful Justin Alexander gown (style 8701) at Mon Amie. With the drop waist, scalloped bottom, and lace applique, it was everything I wanted in a wedding dress, plus with the unique touches of a sequined lining and pearl accents on the bodice that I never knew that I wanted. The one thing that was missing was a keyhole back--but that was no problem for Gloria in alterations. She managed to take a couple of pictures and basically read my mind about what I wanted for the neckline and back. The result was absolute gorgeous. The striking but timeless dress I always imagined for my wedding day. And, most importantly, the groom loved it, and loved the fact that the train was slightly longer than the typical chapel length.
Mon Amie also has a great selection of accessories and formalwear. I purchased my veil from them (again, exactly what I wanted--perfect fingertip length and amount of embellishment), as well as my bridesmaids' dresses (Andrew Adela style 5042S).
Though the dresses are a bit on the expensive side, Mon Amie has a great selection and good service. I first scheduled my appointment because my mom bought her dress at Mon Amie twenty-seven years ago, and I'll definitely be bringing my daughter when the time comes.
Christine K
3.0
7/08/2016
My experience with Mon Amie started out amazing...they have a nice salon, a great selection and I had many beautiful dresses to choose from despite my price range (under $2000 - it's absurd that that is a small budget!). Found the dress, got measured, and ordered it without hesitation.
6 months later my dress comes in and is 2 sizes too big. This mess up ended up costing me almost $1000 in alterations - my seamstress ended up having to reconstruct the entire top half of the dress to fit it down to my size.
Knowing nothing about wedding dress sizing, I wish I was better informed about sizing or was offered the opportunity to try another style of my dress designer in another size to feel better about my size selection. Instead of a quick few minutes of measuring and being told I was a particular size. I know nothing about wedding dress sizes, why would I argue against the pros? Even when my dress came in and was clearly swallowing me whole, the salon acted like it was no big deal. That was probably the biggest upset.
I suggest all future brides do more research on sizing to avoid the trauma I went through!
Stephanie M
5.0
6/20/2016
I can not say enough about the owner, Julia and alterations. They literally went out of their way to save me from a dress nightmare three weeks before my wedding. Long story short another store that i had purchased my dress from 1 year prior to my wedding, told me at my final fitting i was out of luck with alterations ( three weeks before my wedding) . Mon Amie, made turned my nightmare into an amazing day and I can not recommend them enough. I learned that some stores just want to sell you a dress to make money and will do anything to make money. Mon Amie actually cares to make sure you have an amazing dress on your wedding day.
Ashley B
5.0
4/06/2016
After months and months of looking for wedding dresses I scheduled an appointment at Mon Amie Bridal Salon not thinking I would find my dress that day. I went after work in scrubs with only my best friend. I had a very specific idea of what I wanted like most brides do but the dress I chose was totally unexpected. I am so happy that I decided to go here and my dress turned out gorgeous!! Their alterations were awesome and I love the fact that they don't pressure you into anything here. I would absolutely recommend for any bride to go there for their wedding dress.
ariana r
5.0
3/31/2016
Words can't express how helpful and extremely happy I am with my dress. I tried so many dresses on, kept changing my mind. Come 5 months before my wedding I went in to Mon Amie bridal and found my dress. They worked with me to get it in on time and it was seriously the most perfect dress. I could not have been more happy with my dress choice, the help I got and how quick I got it. Thank you so much
melika e
2.0
1/21/2016
It has taken me four months to finally come around and be at peace with what happened to my dress. I found an amazing dress that was absolutely beautiful. Approximately two weeks or so prior to the wedding date, I went in for my final fitting and the only item that needed twitching, according to the seamstress was replacing the hooks. Unfortunately, I trusted that nothing else was going to change so I never tried the dress on again when we picked it up. Long story short, I could not fit into the dress. This was a true nightmare. I couldn't believe it at first since I had lost more weight and was certain we picked up the correct dress. Basically, it took three people to squeeze me into the dress since I had no other options at that very moment. I still can't believe the discomfort I tolerated just to get through the most memorable night of my life. I could not eat, breathe right, or drink... at 12:30am, I basically had to leave my wedding party and ask my wedding coordinator to escort me out and open up my dress... I had had it at this point and was now gagging and nauseated. I went through the entire night thinking it was going to bust at some point... SO DISAPPOINTED! I wish I had tried on the dress one last, final time and not trusted their alterations. By the end of the night, I had multiple bruises on my back... To conclude, they have a great selection and the prices are fair, but do NOT trust the alterations.
Dee T