Michele - A Bridal Boutique

I had the best bridal experience I could possibly have at Michele Bridal! Didem was absolutely wonderful. She considered the dresses I was pulling for myself and made fantastic recommendations based on that! One of the dresses she picked for me wound up being the one! I could have stayed all day trying on dresses with her. Didem’s attention to detail and knack for finding the perfect fit is unmatched. I wish I could go buy a dress at Michele Bridal for all the events in my life!

I came across Michele-A Bridal Boutique on Instagram while I was creating a list of bridal shops to check out. I reached out to Didem and she responded in a timely manner to help me set up an appointment. In the email I added the type of dress styles that I am interested in. I have never been dress shopping before so this was my first appointment and boutique that I went to. I made my appointment for a Saturday afternoon and I had 1/2 of my bridesmaids with me. Upon arrival I was blown away with how beautiful the boutique is and the beautiful wedding gowns. Not to mention that we had the whole place to ourselves, which is a plus! Didem was professional, welcoming, and so kind. She explained the process to me. I picked out a few dresses and my bridesmaids did as well for me to try on. I quickly learned that a few styles did not fit my figure. However this one style looked amazing on me! After trying on a few dresses, I went back to the first dress that I tried on. Didem worked her magic and made me look and feel like a bride. At the end, I said yes to the dress and I can’t wait to wear it on my big day in a few months! If you’re looking for a timeless and elegant wedding dress, I highly recommend this boutique!

I just picked up my wedding dress! Didem was truly a pleasure to work with. The shop is beautiful and so are the dresses. I had gone to a few other bridal shops in CT and did not have an experience like I had here! Truly the best and would highly recommend.

I had the best experience working with Didem! She was so extremely helpful and made picking out my wedding dress such a special experience.

Didem was fantastic. She made you feel welcome and incredibly special the moment you walk through the door. Love that you have the entire boutique to yourself and your chosen party to have a truly personalized experience. The boutique was clean, beautifully decorated, and they have a selection of dresses that are elegant. Not Didem was her communication great, she went above and beyond to suggest ideas on how to make "the dress" even more magical. She listened to what I was looking for and navigated the opinions of the Bridal party/family with poise (as we all know how opinionated/emotional some people can be! Lol). It was nothing but a joyous and magical experience from start to finish. I drove over an hr each visit (there were multiple trips) and it was worth every minute. If you're in the area or even further away, this is definitely a place worth checking out for your bridal experience.

This place was absolutely amazing I will be telling anyone who asks to get their dress here! The most stress-free experience trying on dresses I've ever had! Didem was absolutely amazing so professional and put everyone including myself at ease! I had an absolutely amazing experience and she helped me find the most perfect dress I didn't even know I needed! They had a wide selection of dresses to choose from and she did a great job pulling the ones I’d be interested in!

I will forever be referring people to Michele’s in Westbrook. Didem made this process incredible! She is calming and so so good at what she does! She truly cares about her brides and helped my mom and me find the most beautiful dress! The dresses here are not only absolutely beautiful but they are completely reasonable and fairly priced especially compared to the other places we looked on CT! I couldn’t be happier with my choice and recommend this boutique to anyone getting married! Thank you for making this process so incredible, and I wish we had started here from the beginning! Thank you Didem for making this experience a happy one that I will cherish forever!

Didem helped me find my wedding dress. She was the sweetest thing. She was so helpful, honest and complimentary throughout the entire visit. Michele A was the first shop I visited and the very first dress I tried on ended up being "the one." The shop was adorable and welcoming. You can tell Didem truly loves her job, she is so genuine and dedicated to helping you find the right dress. Thank you Didem for all your help.

I made an appt at Michele Bridal as I had just got engaged and wanted to start trying on a few dresses to get a feel of what I would like and ended up finding my dream dress! Didem is wonderful and puts her heart and soul into finding you the perfect dress!! I could have not had a better experience. I will remember the moments at this salon forever and cannot thank Michele Bridal enough!!!! Cannot recommend this salon anymore highly!

I found my dream wedding dress at Michele Bridal and I could not be any happier with my experience! Didem was absolutely wonderful. I picked out several dresses to try on, she gave me advice on which styles to consider and try them on in a certain order to get a pointed comparison. Didem will steer you in the right direction without any pressure. Different from some bridal boutiques, you are the only client in the boutique so as a result, Didem provides you her undivided attention. I seriously couldn't have asked for a better experience, I am so happy and confident that I found my dream dress. Thank you again to Didem and Michele A Bridal Boutique.

I bought the wedding dress of my dreams! This could not have happened without Michele-A Boutique. Didem was very helpful in making the day magical. She gave wonderful advice on everything. I was the only bride to be there which made this experience very personable. I recommend this to everyone!!

I had such a lovely experience wedding dress shopping at Michele - A Bridal Boutique. Didem is an absolute gem! The communication right from the very beginning was great. I booked my appointment through The Knot. Didem was very responsive and answered all of my questions as a new bride-to-be. When my bridesmaids, mother, and future mother-in-law arrived for my appointment, Didem graciously greeted us and welcomed us to the shop. We were all very excited to have exclusive access to the shop for my 1.5 hour appointment. It really made the experience much more intimate. I showed Didem the style of dress that I liked and she pointed me in the right direction, even making some recommendations herself. The dress that I ended up choosing was actually a dress that she had recommended! It is absolutely gorgeous! I am beyond thrilled to wear this dress next year when I say "I DO!" All of the dresses in the shop are beautiful and reasonably priced. Didem was so very helpful with getting the dresses on/off, making them look perfect for photos, and answering everyone's questions. You can tell that she truly loves what she does and she is great at it! I highly recommend coming to Michele - A Bridal Boutique for your dress shopping experience. Thank you so much, Didem, for your help making this day special ❤️

I can’t say enough great things about Michele bridal boutique!! Didem was amazing to work with and made my entire experience a literal dream! She helped me choose my dream dress and truly listened to what I wanted. She wasn’t the slightest bit pushy and went out of her way with her little ‘tricks’ to make my vision come to life. All the dresses ranged from $1600-4000 and were very well organized by style! Thank you so so much Didem!!

I purchased my wedding dress from Michele’s and it was a great experience! This was my first time shopping for a dress and my consultant helped me find exactly what I was looking for. There was a good selection of dresses to choose from with a lot of variety at reasonable prices. I called to schedule an appointment ahead of time and we were the only ones in the store at the time, which was really nice and personalized. We did not feel rushed at all and felt our consultant was super knowledgeable about different styles of dresses and fittings. They do not offer alterations in store but provide recommendations of local seamstresses. I would definitely recommend this boutique!

What a wonderful experience. I can’t say enough about the salon and more importantly Didem! She made the process so much fun and she really knows what will look good on you. She picked the dress I fell in love with! Thank you Didem! You are the best!

After getting engaged in December of 2022, my family and I went to Michele in March on the hunt for my dress. The consultant, Didem, was amazing. I wasn’t sure exactly what I wanted so she helped pick out dresses she thought would suit me and I ended up trying on a handful, but bought the first one I tried on. She had a vision with a specific vail and belt that tied the dress together perfectly, all under my budget. I would recommend this boutique to everyone looking for their perfect dress. This is a comfortable, affordable, well kept boutique that even offers lavender champagne to celebrate finding your dress!

Absolutely the best experience! Such a perfectly curated collection of dresses. Didem was amazing and helped us pick the perfect dress (one I had overlooked originally), she made sure it came in even earlier than expected, helped us get more material so I could add some sleeves and sent us off to a wonderful seamstress...This should be your first stop!

I purchased my dream wedding dress. Thee wedding dress!! Originally I wanted 2 but settled on making it my one and done dress!! Didem was AMAZING to work with. Patient, knowledgeable & super sweet! Thank you again 🥹

Such a beautiful store with lots of options to choose from! Didem was so wonderful to work with and really helped me find my dream dress without getting overwhelmed. She is so knowledgeable and lovely to work with! I would certainly recommend this shop to anyone searching for their dream bridal gown.

Didem at Michele - A Bridal Boutique is absolutely wonderful! She brings knowledge and fun to your wedding dress shopping appointment. The boutique has a wide variety of dresses to try on but Didem does a great job narrowing down what you want and what will look good on you! I highly recommend both the boutique AND the manager Didem!

My family and I had a fantastic time during my wedding dress shopping experience at Michele - A Bridal Boutique! Didem was wonderful to work with, and I found my dream dress!

Didem was the best! Made me feel so comfortable and so beautiful, would recommend her to any bride!

My daughter and I had the best experience here Didem was so wonderful my daughter had a vision of what she wanted and Didem found some lace to change the sleeves on my daughters dream dress !

From the moment my mom and I walked into the shop and met Didem we were absolutely in love! This was the first store I tried dresses on and she completely understood the style I was going for in minutes even when I didn’t even know what I was exactly looking for. She made the experience so easy and so fun and we made a second appointment with my mother in law, grandmother in law, and aunt to say yes to the dress! I couldn’t have asked for a more amazing experience!!!

I found my dream wedding dress at Michele Bridal with much help from Didem! She is so professional & knowledgable. The bridal shop operates by appointment only which allows for an intimate experience. Don’t miss the change to say YES to the dress here!

Before I even step foot in the door Didem was extremely helpful over the phone! I had a specific dress that I wanted and she was very timely in her responses and was able to get me an appointment right away. When I got there Didem greeted me and my best friend and was so sweet and helpful from the moment we walked in until the moment she held the door open for me on my way out. She was very knowledgeable and was able to answer all my questions! She made sure that the experience was about me and my big day and truly made me feel like a bride to be! This is a beautiful boutique and would highly recommend! I walked out that day with the exact dress that I called about and Didem made that happen!

I loved working with this boutique for my wedding gown! The purchase experience was fantastic - fun, accommodating and calm, with plenty of styles to look at. And the pickup was seamless. I would recommend Michele to anybody in the market!

My initial appointment was held on 04.23.22, and Didem was helpful, & patient from start to finish! I asked if I could return the following week 04.30.22 to retry ‘potential’ dresses and ended up saying Yessss to a completely different gown. I loved the fact my entourage and I had the store to ourselves without having to pay a fee plus the champagne was complimentary. I highly recommend this boutique to any bride seeking an intimate, individualized experience.

Didem is absolutely the best! She was so helpful throughout the whole process.

I can’t say enough good things about my experience finding a wedding dress at Michele Bridal. Julie is extremely attentive and helpful- she helped me find the perfect dress in less than an hour after I described what I was looking for and recommended an amazing seamstress in the area to alter the dress. She even gave my family and I champagne during our private appointment! The whole process was so much easier than I could have hoped for.

Julie was a God sent!!! I love this place every one and my family will be here picking out there wedding gowns!!!! I feel like I had just meet my sister my mom never told me about lol she was that amazing! Thank you for all your hospitality and amazing talent you have on making me feel like a Queen on my up coming wedding day!!

This was the best place ever. The vibe was amazing. Julie has an amazing outgoing personality ever. I’m not a bride but my mom is and I still felt a great vibe.

Spending the day at Michele - A Bridal with Julie was truly a dream come true experience! This was my first and only trip to a bridal store and I cannot imagine anything else topping it. Julie listened and heard me and while sipping on some fabulous lavender champagne amongst some of the closest women in my life I found the perfect dress for me. The day was what I always imagined it would be and more. After finding the dress we were able to celebrate our success with an absolutely delicious meal from one of the Water’s Edge restaurants on the shore. I cannot thank you enough Julie! Love, your newest Enzoani bride :)

Just purchased my DREAM gown at Michele Bridal and I am SOO happy! Julie, the manager, is simply amazing. She knows each and every dress by heart and truly understood my style and what I was looking for within 10 minutes of meeting me. She was honest, extremely thorough and made me feel like I was the only (future) bride in the world! I came back for a second time today to be sure of my gown and finally said “yes”! She made the experience everything I dreamed and hoped for! By the time I left, I felt like we had known each other forever. Don’t walk, RUN to Michele Bridal and I am absolutely positive you won’t be disappointed!!! Thank you Julie!!!! Xoxoxox

Incredible stylist… very in tune to what I wanted and great and pointing things out and suggesting new dresses. The dress selection itself was unmatched; both on trend dresses and completely unique dresses, including a one of a kind couture dress available only at this location. Would recommend this place to anyone! I didn’t expect the appointment to do more than help me narrow what style I wanted but ended up leaving with my dream dress! Thank you again!

Julie was so fantastic listening to my daughter’s wants and must haves for her wedding dress. Perfect intimate dress shopping experience where we were her only focus. I’m fan girling on you and your shop. Thx a bunch to my soul sista!!

Julie was fantastic! This is was my first time dress shopping and Julie listened to everything I was looking for and found a broad range of dresses for me to try on. She expertly answered all of our questions and gave me ample time to think through every little detail. Not only did she make me feel comfortable but she also spoiled us with champagne, music, and great conversation. She helped me find my perfect dress and truly made it an unforgettable experience! Excited to be part of the Michele family, thank you Julie!!!

Love love love!!!! We visited two other places prior to Michele’s Boutique, including one that was local to the area, and we were blown away with the experience. We immediately made a connection with Michele, and her personal touch and insight about the dresses made us feel like we were having a private, glamorous moment. We enjoyed lavender champagne. We found the dress. We would 10/10 recommend this bridal boutique to any bride on her journey to the perfect dress.

Oh my goodness! Ladies, if you are looking for a unique experience for finding the perfect wedding dress, look no further. Julie and her team are above and beyond exceptional. They do everything they can to make you feel comfortable, valued, and beautiful. I had the pleasure of working with Jocelyn and she was absolutely FABULOUS. She was patient with me and really took the time to pull dresses that had details that I was looking for. She also pulled a dress or two that she thought would look good for my body type and she was spot on! The first dress I tried on she told me had a little bit of everything I was looking for. I immediately cried with the first dress and fell in love with it. I tried on others, but the one that Jocelyn picked out first was the dress of my dreams. I felt comfortable the whole time as she helped me imagine what alterations I could do to make it the perfect fit for me. She went out of her way to find different sleeves and straps to help complete my vision. Jocelyn also picked out a veil that made me and my guests burst into tears. It was something out of a fairytale. I felt so beautiful and ready to marry my soon to be hubby. The amount of patience and understanding is what made me feel so valued at this boutique. Julie and Jocelyn did not make me feel rushed, but encouraged me to try things on and take my time. Jocelyn was a complete gem and helped me get in and out of dresses, sometimes 2 or 3 times with the same one. She helped me find the dress that was "bridal Megan" and not just an "every day Megan". The Michele Bridal team wants you to feel the butterflies of being a bride! Julie dropped by a few times to check in on me and she was so supportive and full of smiles! They truly focus on one bride at a time to make sure you feel special in this big moment. The atmosphere is simply gorgeous and makes you feel all the warm fuzzies that a bride should feel. On top of that, Michele's Bridal has connections with some of the best seamstresses in CT. They were able to call one that was closer to me and help me get an appointment with them. I am beyond thankful! Julie and Jocelyn, I cannot thank you enough for such a positive experience. You are truly touching the lives of brides with your commitment, patience, and warmth. I will cherish this experience and the memories that I have at Michele Bridal Boutique forever. Thank you!

I genuinely could not have asked for a better experience finding my dream dress ❤ My family and I visited several bridal boutiques in search for "the one", but each of those boutiques seemed to have very similar if not the same styles, and the experience didn't feel as personal. Upon entering this bridal shop, you're amazed at how gorgeous it is inside, and their selection of bridal gowns ( I can't express it enough) is absolutely beautiful. Unique to traditional bridal gowns, amazing lighting to catch every detail, large mirrors to take in how you look, comfortable sofa and chairs for your family and friends to watch, lavender champagne and no overlapping appointments; it's just you and your family in the shop, no distractions and focus is just on you. The one thing that made this experience so special was Julie and her team, they answered every question I had and were very easy to talk to. I explained my vision for my wedding, and Julie picked out "the one" on her first try! I saved it to try on last, sense I wanted to be sure that I love it. Communication was never an issue, I ordered my dress size along with the veil, and was kept updated frequently via email; they both came sooner than I thought! I 110% recommend this bridal shop, I'll forever remember my experience here, and for that I can't thank them enough ❤

When I walked out with my gown I turned to my mom and said "thank god we found this place and for Julie and her team." We truly had the best experience from start to finish working with Julie, and I was so happy to have found this boutique. They were extremely friendly, easy to work with, accommodating, and provided great recommendations when picking out my gown. It's been a challenge to plan anything for our wedding during COVID-19, but this was one less thing that I had to worry about. Julie took care of everything and made us feel safe, comfortable, and excited for the wedding! I would highly recommend to friends, family, and other brides!

Words cannot express how deeply appreciative I am of Julie and her team! This was my first dress shopping experience- and one of the first celebrations I was able to have of my engagement during this unique time of COVID. Julie took such care to help us ensure that all of my loved ones could participate in my day, even if they couldn't all attend in person. She started my dress shopping off with the most personalized experience ever I had, taking note of every detail and vision I had in mind. She treated us to the most AMAZING lavender champagne that made us feel so relaxed and helped bring an extra special feel to the day- one we didn't get anywhere else we went! Then, Julie helped me try on dress after dress after dress. She never rushed us, took the time to explain what made each dress special, and helped me understand exactly what I was looking for. I felt beyond comfortable. She let me take as much time as I needed to reflect and make my choice, which meant the world to me as a first time shopper. Julie and her team felt like part of our family. She took time to speak with my friends and family who were only participating through FaceTime, making sure they could see all the details too. I left the appointment moved beyond words at the care Julie and her team gave us. She re-inspired me, setting me off to do some more wedding planning with so much excitement. And, she brought all kinds of joy to our day. I highly recommend this shop to anyone looking for a dress. You will get so much more than a shopping experience- it truly was a memory I will treasure for the rest of my life!

First off let me just say Julie is absolutely amazing! And the boutique is beautiful. There are only one appointment at a time which I found to be nice. It made the appointment seem more personable. I contacted the Boutique because I saw a picture online of a dress I absolutely loved. Julie responded within an hour to inform me she did have the dress. I made 2 appointments due to restrictions from covid which was fine. We decided when I arrived to try on a few other dresses as well. There was one I liked but I fell in love with the dress I had come in for. Julie was super attentive, knowledgeable and just great. The conversation felt like we had known each other forever. She interacted so good with my mom,mil, and daughter. And the second visit with my girls was just as great. This is a once in a lifetime experience and Julie made it truly unforgettable ❤. This was my first dress shop and I couldn't be happier. Im so glad my dress search brought me here..

Julie, is absolutely amazing. Every woman dreams of their dress and going into Michele A bridal was the easiest decision in my entire wedding planning. I showed her my style, and I did not try on one dress I didn’t like. It was such a difficult decision between the 3 I tried because she knew exactly what I was looking for. I have been to other places, and the hospitality from Julie I have seen in no other. From your name being displayed and offered champagne, the experience was wonderful. She helped me say yes to the dress and I am so so happy I have met her. I can not recommend Julie enough!!!! ❤️

My mom and I went here as my first appointment to try on dresses, it was a very special experience. The owner and the woman who helped me were extremely kind and helpful. I have since been to a few salons as I was looking for something a bit different than was in stock, but our experience here was the most special. Between being able to pick out the dresses to try on (rather than not being able to "wander" around the store like some other places), the lavender champagne which was such a lovely touch, to making us feel safe during the pandemic, it was wonderful. Thank you for making the experience unforgettable!

From the moment I walked in this boutique, it was the most amazing and pleasant experience! Julie went ABOVE and BEYOND to make sure my mom (mother of the bride) was happy. She also helped me find the perfect headpiece and was so sweet and very helpful! I would recommend this boutique to anyone near and far. Not only is Julie amazing to work with, but the space is gorgeous as well! I drove an hour and would do it again tomorrow! Go here !!!!!

My experience wedding dress shopping with Julie was an absolute dream. She is super sweet, supportive and knows exactly her stuff! I was super comfortable from our first email correspondence, to the welcome sign and champagne on shopping day, and her positive attitude and excitement when I picked up my dress today. Everyone deserves to feel as beautiful as I felt while trying on dresses and I owe that all to Julie. Thank you so much for an unforgettable experience. I cannot wait to wear my dress!

From the moment you enter, your experience at Michele A Bridal Boutique will be a dream. As you walk in, Julie and Casey greet you with a welcome sign and champagne, and you'll feel like an absolute princess in this beautiful bridal shop! I went in knowing that I wanted an Enzoani dress and these ladies absolutely nailed it! They pulled several dresses based on my style preferences and budget and were super knowledgeable about what looks good! Julie is someone who when you meet her she feels like an instant friend whom you've known forever and that makes the process so fun and pressure-free! I tried on some stunning dresses - Julie's impeccable eye for detail when buying guarantees that you will fall in love with whatever she puts you in - but there was one dress that was the clear winner. When Casey added the right veil and accessories I felt like a million bucks! Bottom line: This is the PERFECT place to find your dress. These ladies know how to take care of their brides; I felt comfortable, relaxed, and excited as I shopped. Michele A Bridal Boutique is a special, one of a kind shop where you will fall in love with your dream dress!

I honestly did not intend to find my perfect dress at this appointment, but there's no doubt that I did! Julie and Casey were so very friendly, not pushy at all, and I thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Thank you, thank you, Michele Bridal!

AJ

I don't know where to start! I scheduled an appointment at this boutique specifically for the Enzoani trunk show and I was not disappointed. The minute you walk in, this place is a dream!Having the entire boutique for yourself and your guests makes the occasion feel so special and intimate. Julie was amazing and truly made me feel like the guest of honor. She listened to what I wanted and helped me find the perfect dress for my destination wedding. This was the first place I tried wedding dresses in and it was the last. I seriously cant hype this place up enough. You wont regret giving them your business!

I cannot say enough great things about Julie!!!Where to even begin, she is AMAZING! She was so welcoming and outgoing and made me and my crew feel right at home, including my little niece. Julie had some dresses in mind for me after we spoke briefly a few days prior, including a dress that had come in the day before my appointment. She talked us through the process and made sure I was comfortable every step of the way. Low and behold, the dress that had come in the day before was the one!!!! She dressed me all up with a veil and flower tiara and had the place in tears. All in all, Julie is AMAZING. I will recommend her shop to anyone and everyone that will listen to me!!

Julie is amazing! I can’t recommend her or her shop enough! Michele - A Bridal Boutique is great place for brides who want a personal experience when shopping for the big day. She helped me and my mother find the perfect dresses for my wedding. I have never felt more comfortable shopping and enjoyed every moment of the experience ( including the lavender champagne 🍾). I would highly recommend shopping there for you big day.

Julie was absolutely amazing to work with! I asked her to bring in a specific style during a trunk show for me and she did without hesitation. She showed me so many beautiful options and we ultimately found the perfect dress for my wedding! I wish I could do it all again!

I meet with Julie at her lovely shop about a month ago and the process was so smooth. Despite the pandemic, my two guests and I felt extremely comfortable. This was my first time trying on wedding dresses and within a few hours, I found my wedding dress thanks to Julie. My dress was even more stunning than what I imagined it to be. The shop is so beautiful and perfect for an intimate dress shopping experience for you and your guests. I would recommend Julie's shop to everyone. The experience was extremely seamless and personalized to what every future bride needs at their dress appointment.