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Exclusive bridal shop located in the heart of the lovely Coral Gables, minutes away from Miracle Mile. Opera D'Arte works with Italian bridal designer such as Donatella Piccarreta and Cotin Sposa exclusive to the the Metropolitan area of Miami and South Florida. Our designs are for every bride and every taste, with a great selection of samples constantly updated with the latest trends in the bridal industry.
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- Wedding Dresses
Fashion Services
- Alterations
- Custom Designs
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Fabio and Hilda are the sweetest people you will meet in Miami. It is very hard to find such genuine and considerate people in this city, especially in the wedding industry. Here’s the story- I found my perfect dress at a bridal shop in West Palm Beach in April. I ordered it and waited until October to see it. To my disappointment, it was ill-fitting and the leg slit was awkward. I chose Opera D’Arte for my alterations because it was located closer to my home and the reviews were great. When I brought it to Fabio and Hilda in November for my first fitting, they alerted me to mistakes that the dress designer made in production that made it so that alterations could not be done. They even video-chatted with Fabio’s Italian dress-making grandmother to see if there was anything they could do to save this dress. I was devastated and stressed because my wedding was only a few months away (February). After brainstorming with me for about an hour, Fabio and Hilda had the insanely brilliant idea to recreate my dress with the correct alterations. So, I got a custom dress designed to fit my body perfectly in record time! It was beautifully crafted and incredibly comfortable. I fell in love all over again. Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would be wearing a custom gown on my wedding day! I really wish I had just gone to their shop to find my wedding dress. Their store is so dreamy and filled with gorgeous gowns. Fabio and Hilda turned a very stressful situation into a joyful one. I cannot thank them enough for making the dress of my dreams!
I cant even begin to express my gratitude to Opera D’ Arte! My dress is still being talked about. People are in complete AW of my dress and my husband is trying find any excuse to get me to wear it again. It has now been a month and I’m still getting complements on it. Never in a million years could I have dreamed up something so perfect 🤍 The experience from the moment we walked in the store until the moment they packed my dress for me was absolutely incredible! The talent and attention to detail is like none you will ever experience anywhere else! I went to multiple stores and none compares to Opera D’ Arte. They heard what I wanted and just made it happen with such ease and in the end it was even better than I could have ever dreamed! I am so thankful for Fabio and his amazing wife for all the love they poured into my dress. Thank you!!
Opera D'Arte is such a delightful and one of kind bridal shop. From the moment you enter the bridal shop, Fabio and Hilda will treat you like family. I was fortunate to find such gifted designers with a remarkable vision to design my dream wedding dress. Both of them brought honesty and dedication throughout the selection of the dress and the fittings tryouts. All my guest were amazed by the beauty of the dress. Thank you Opera D'Arte you guys are one of a kind shop.
Opera D'Arte was recommended to me by a friend and I am SO thankful to her for doing so. After looking at their Instagram page, I DM-ed them asking if they had a specific dress in stock. Right away they were beyond helpful. They gave me the price of the dress, and explained that since the dresses are made by the owners's sister in Italy, everything can be customized. They also told me that alterations are included in the cost of the gown (amazing). When I went to their store, Fabio and Hilda took the time to ask me about my wedding and what kind of dresses I liked/disliked. We pulled several dresses together and saved the dress I was interested in for last. Every time I came out of the fitting room, Fabio would explain the dress in detail and share alterations and customizations that could be made. As soon as I tried on the dress I found on their Instagram page, I knew I had to have it. I kept the dress on for an hour, walking around the store, admiring how beautiful it was and talking with Fabio about what customizations could be made. Fabio and Hilda let me wear the dress for as long as I wanted. I never once felt rushed or pressured to make any kind of decision. They made my mom, friends, and me feel so at home and like part of their family. It's obvious that they take pride in their store and in their dresses. They are the only two people who work there, and they know absolutely everything about fabric, cut, fit, etc. I had the most enjoyable wedding dress shopping experience ever. I kept joking that I was going to come back occasionally just to wear my dress and hang out in the store because my wedding is so far away. I can't wait to go back to Opera D'Arte to put my dress back on because I miss it so much already. You absolutely NEED to go to this store when you are looking for your wedding dress. How many people can say that their wedding dress was made specifically for them at an altelier in Italy? Everything about that store, from Fabio and Hilda to the beautiful dresses to the service, is absolutely incredible.
Brides -- waste no time at the other bridal shops and go straight to Opera D'Arte. This family owned business is run just like that; a family. I felt so welcome from the moment I stepped inside, and never felt the weird push to "say yes to the dress" that so many other shops made me feel even when I knew it wasn't right. I let them know my budget ahead of time and they worked hard to find me dresses that fit my price range, and not only that, they helped me customize my dress at no extra cost, going above and beyond to show me what the finished product would look like as I tried on the original (this was specifically with color of fabric, slight variations in neckline and lace detailing. Anything with significant additions of fabric would cost extra I believe). My dress fits like a dream and it looks like one too. It's incredibly unique and unlike the dresses I've seen at typical bridal boutiques. Do yourself a favor and make an appointment ahead of time as they try their best to ensure you have time to yourself (with plenty of couch space for guests to join you) to enjoy the wedding dress selection process. AND they have a huge mirror to see the entire dress, which is more than I can say about a few other shops I had visited earlier that day. I can't rave about this bridal shop enough -- seriously, just take a peek for yourself and thank me later.
Opera D'Arte prides itself in it's attention to detail.
The owners, Fabio and Hilda, are attentive, professional, and experts in their craft. I came in on a Saturday morning with a large group and they tended to us right away. We were welcomed like family, and I received the princess treatment from the moment I stepped inside. It was an experience that every bride should have when shopping for their dress. They saw my vision for a perfect dress and made into a reality. From off the rack to custom, every dress is gorgeous and unique. Fabio and Hilda have a detailed eye for their profession and will ensure you look your best for your special day. I could not have imagined a more perfect experience than my time there with my family and friends.
Thank you, Opera D’Arte for making my bridal dreams come true!
I don't even know where to begin! Hilda and Fabio truly outdid themselves with making my dress dream come true. They have the most beautiful boutique in Miracle Mile, Miami. The dresses are the most amazing QUALITY I have seen. I live in New York and couldn't find a dress and I went to 10 different places. Growing up in Miami, we found this place and it was exactly what I was looking for. So many of my friends told me nightmares of their dress experiences, but I couldn't have had more of an opposite experience. My dress was Cotin Sposa design, made in Italy and they customized so many parts of the dress. Hilda and Fabio were patient and so professional giving me the best recommendations on what would be best for the dress. The crystals on the dress were OUT OF THIS WORLD. Thank you Hilda and Fabio so much for making my dress experience one I will never forget. My husband and my guests (and myself!) were blown away by the dress!!
I got the dress of my dreams from this bridal shop. The owners were the sweetest. They customized my dress just how I wanted it from changing the smallest beading detail to taking out layers since my wedding was outdoors. My wedding was two months ago and I’m still in love with my dress!
Opera D'Arte: Heaven Sent
Leading up to searching for my dress I had a lot of anxiety. I'm from Jamaica, got married in Jamaica, but wanted to purchase my dress in the states. I was advised by most persons to go shopping for my dress in New York but I decided on trying out the Florida stores first. Myself, my mom, mom in law, maid of honour, sister in law planned a week of dress shopping with minimum 4 appointments per day; I wanted to see all the possibilities!
Day 1 dress shopping we went to my first appointment in Coral Gables. Was very pleased with the general appearance of the store but none of the dresses felt like "THE ONE". My second appointment was Opera D'Arte. On entering we noticed a small boutique, I honestly didn't expect to find my dream dress but the owners were nice and welcoming so decided to stay and try a few dresses.
At Opera D'Arte I tried a few dresses that I picked out, but none felt like "THE ONE". My M.O.H. and Fabio (one of the owners) suggested a dress for me to try; not my style but decided to go ahead regardless. To my surprise IT WAS "THE ONE"!! Fabio suggested a few changes to make it even more glamorous, suggested the design for my veil, advised on my head piece (and was able to provide it as well), he even advised me on how to style my hair!!! I even ended up finding my 2nd dress here as well!!! I cancelled all my appointments for the rest of the week, didn't need to see anything else because Opera D'Arte was able to provide both my dream wedding dresses!
In total I made 3 trips in a 6 months period and it was all worth it! Hilda (Fabio's wife/owner) assisted with all the technical details, was willing to arrange appointments when feasible for me, assisted with fitting my dress. A completely new dress was made for me in Italy with all of the changes we wanted and it came out perfect!!
Fabio and Hilda were patient, all alterations needed were done in house, and they wanted both my dresses to be perfect just as much as I did (or maybe even more). Planning your dream wedding can be a stressful process, and creating the perfect wedding dress! I must say Hilda and Fabio, Opera D'Arte, were Heaven Sent! They ensured my entire dress process went smoothly, even assisted with ensuring both my dresses shipped safely!
Both my wedding dresses were exactly what I wanted; and everybody loved them as well. Opera D'Arte is not a large boutique and they carry a small number of dresses at a time. However, the dresses they carry are pretty much just the base! They're able to use one of their sample dresses to recreate the perfect wedding dress for you, at a very affordable cost! Also, Hilda and Fabio exemplifies customer service! They listen keenly to your needs and ensures they are met by all mean! I recommend Opera D'Arte to all brides; putting your dress in their hands will take off a huge load from wedding planning!
Get your dress at Opera D'Arte! My daughter and I went to every shop in the Gables and a few outside of the Gables, and our experience here was by far the best. Regretfully, we didn't discover this gem until after she bought her dress, but we are having her dress altered here. My daughter loves her dress, but we were both concerned about getting the right fit and a couple of other details. The seamstress at the place we bought it from did not offer any good solitions. I stepped into Opera D'Arte looking for a veil and asked if they do alteration work for dresses purchased elsewhere, and lucky for us, they do! Their seamstress, Isabel, is knowledgeable and professional. She pays attention to details, and you can tell she takes pride in her work and wants the finished product to be well-made. We recently went for the first fitting; our worries were erased and my was so happy! The icing on the cake are the owners, Hilda and Fabio. They made us feel at ease, were never bothered by our questions and doubts, and did it all with a smile. Go here first or last, but do not buy a dress before you visit Opera D'Arte.
Excellent staff & excellent treatment...bought my dream wedding dress here!
I found Opera d'Arte and fell in love with the unique gowns and designers they featured in person first and then more on their website. I wanted something different; something elegant and beautiful...I desired a dress no one else wore. I am a wedding photographer and I know quality and uniqueness. When I visited the store in the Gables they treated my like a friend and were very professional. Upon meeting them, I told them the budget I had in mind and they only showed me dresses in that price range which I very much respected. I then asked about a dress I saw and loved online was a bit over my budget and that was kindly communicated the price before I tried it on. That meant so much to me and it built my respect for them. When I tried on the dress, I feel in love. Fabio and Hilda gave me their honest, professional and kind opinion. The fabric, detail and quality is ONE OF A KIND. All their dresses are authentic, unlike all the other stores I visited. This dress was hand crafted and made with the best fabric. The entire process was delightful, exciting and fun. I trust them! After they delivered me with my dress just a few weeks later they made me feel at ease about the final fittings. They made my experience the most amazing! Even the designs of my dress came to my destination wedding in Italy! Domo Adami has such amazing dresses, creativity, quality and personality! It was a dream! I would never go anywhere else because I know they have the best quality in Miami and have the most professional staff. Thank you Fabio & Hilda.
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83 Merrick Way, Coral Gables, FL
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