The Altar Bridal Consignment

ntment with a stylist that is there just for you!". That does not describe my experience. They had affordable gowns, but I had better (and free) appointments at other stores.

it was on the rack, but she knew I needed to try it on. My bridesmaids also loved working with her, and told me later about how much Lacey was listening and reading me/asking them more once I went back in to change to make sure she was guiding me in the right direction. She was! Lacey was so fun and truly cares about her job and her brides. I’ve been recommending Altar Bridal ever since I stopped in!

many different options to try on that fit in with what I wanted. They have stunning dresses at a discount that helped this cost conscious gal. I would highly recommend. Only issue that isn't directly their fault, which is why it does not impact my review, but I needed alterations done on my dress and they highly recommended the shop right next door. I am not sure as to why they recommended her as she was not good at all. It would benefit their business if they found a different alterations business to recommend their customers to.

he store. I saw a dress I liked but was not ready to purchase one. We came back a month later. The staff were very patient and helpful while my daughter tried on many dresses and finally found THE ONE! The dress I liked was still there. I tried it on.... a perfect fit! They helped us to pick out the perfect veils to go with the dresses. It was Black Friday so we got a great deal!

so good, and the prices were great. I put a couple of dresses on hold for 24 hours, and came back the next morning with 2 of my bridesmaids. I'm so glad that I did because I didn't think I wanted a veil, but there was one that matched the dress I chose perfectly! I'm so glad I came here first. I have my dream dress, it fits almost perfectly, and the most beautiful veil. Thank you for all your help! Excellent customer service! 💕

you're looking for a dress. Everyone is trying to stay in a budget, and if you can get the dress you want at a consignment store you can spend more money on other wedding stuff! I ended up trying on SO many dresses while I was here, and the staff was super helpful and patient with me. I picked my dress, and then they helped me pick a veil that matched perfectly.

t! She was very helpful and had great advice and opinions. She was down to earth and genuine. Gabriela did a great job with my alterations as well. This is a great place for low maintenance brides on a budget!

do alterations as well yet leave it open for you to choose whoever you would prefer to alter your dress. Definitely recommend this place!!

and what they have in the store that might work for you. Weekends are busy in the afternoon, you'll have more time to browse if you go during the week or on a weekend morning. I also highly recommend getting your alterations done there, Gabriela was amazing to work with and made my dress actually what I wanted.

my style, and helped me to stay within my price range. I found a sample sale dress for only $425. I love it and am so excited to wear it on my wedding day. I loved the huge dressing rooms. She also helped me to pose for photos. All my other dress shopping photos are pretty awful. I highly recommend stopping by whether you are looking for a consignment dress or a new sample dress.

for something not clean. I had been to several bridal stores and mostly, I would say were friendly and cheerful but I encountered a level of aloofness and some arrogance when the lady, who I am assuming is the manager, answered my questions. She did not sound too nice to one of her staff either. I can honestly say that I am on a budget to find a dress but after looking at the dresses (some of which had frayed laces, uneven color, holes on fabric), I asked myself, "why buy a dress from here which are priced ridiculously high when I can buy a brand-new, unused one at a reasonable price. I looked closely at a tulle veil with a hole which she was selling for $120. Sadly, I could not picture myself wearing a dress from here for my wedding.

in love with it. Alterations were a little challenging here and after 6 appointments I ended up taking it somewhere else to get finished.

ided who altered my dress. She was 30 minutes late to my first fitting. At my second fitting she was still working on the changes when I walked in. But apart from the alterations, the store was a very pleasant and harmonious experience.

I had a reasonable budget for a new dress, but I figured there was nothing wrong with spending less than my max budget. We didn't have an appointment but even though it was a weekend the store was not crowded. I went in mid April and there were a few brides in and out of the shop while I was there but someone who worked there did help us, despite our lack of appointment. I knew in advance that I wanted a dropped waist dress. We started looking for that style in my typical size range. The lady helping us suggested I look at larger sizes since I could always get it altered down. She pulled her favorite dress of my preferred style. I tried it on and fell in love. I tried on a few other solid options but the original dress was a Priscilla of Boston dress that I looked up online and saw that it really was a dress of excellent quality. I went to Erol's tailoring for my alterations and they confirmed the dress was originally worth around $3000. I got my dress for $700 (before I got it altered at Erol's). The store has large changing rooms, pedestals to stand on so that the dresses can hang properly, and plenty of mirrors. The dresses are arranged primarily by size. The prices seemed to be appropriate. They clean all the dresses in advance but you can always get your dress dry cleaned again. I was very happy I went to the Altar and so happy I found my dress right away. I only wish i could post a picture here because it was gorgeous!

and to be seen in. Not to mention budget... I ended up going in by myself and was immediately shocked at how many dresses they had to choose from in my size and how fantastic dress #2 looked! It was a no-brainer choice! The only thing I would have changed was related to alterations. I wish I had better understood what could and could not be done with the sleeves and bodice as I ended up with painful straps that didn't quite fit right...but only noticeable by me!

looked art-deco -- brilliant). Their prices were really reasonable. I had less luck with their in-house tailor. I paid $200 for alterations and still had to take it elsewhere since she couldn't get the bust to fit properly, and didn't seem to have the skills to fix the problem.

esh air. Loved shopping there and so happy I found my perfect dress!

t I was getting myself into. The saleswoman was excellent at helping me find my size, my wedding dress style, and letting me try on a full range of things until I found what was just perfect for me. Moreover, because these dresses are all pre-owned, I walked away with a fabulous wedding gown for well under $700. I would recommend this shop for anyone who is pretty open to a variety of dresses and would like a great dress at a great price.

r (bring your mom or a girlfriend to help zip you up and this isn't a problem) I really appreciated that you don't need an appointment here and that I didn't feel like I *had* to buy a dress just for coming in. Also, I used there seamstress, Gabriella Designs, to add a bustle to my dress and she was fabulous! If you find a dress at this shop that needs some alterations you should definitely chat with Gabriella.

wesome. It was such a pleasant experience!

ly decided to make the drive down to Altar Bridal. I tried on probably 10 dresses trying to stay within my budget of under $500. As I was looking through the racks, they had one listed at $1200 and I wanted to try it on just for fun. Of course it fit perfect, no alterations needed. The lady at the front desk said she was willing to ask the seller if she would come down on the price for a quick sell. About a week later I received a phone call stating the seller would come down to $600 on the dress. I came in the next day and bought my dream dress. The store was very clean, the girls working were helpful and even helped me get into my dress (since I didn't have anyone with me to help.) The selection was great! They had a dress for every shape, in many different styles, and they were all in great condition. They even had some beautiful dresses on the "sale rack" for around $100. I was very impressed and would highly recommend this place to any lady looking to save a few dollars on a dress they will only wear for a few hours!

tly. She also attached my headpiece to my veil and it worked out awesome.

ail cost. I was so happy. Now, where can I wear it again?

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2011, where my MOH won a bridal package that included $250 off a dress. The dress I got was actually new, but marked down from most boutiques, and was an Alfred Angelo, whose dresses I had fallen in love with in the magazines. The girl there was very helpful and had pulled this dress aside when I called in asking about an Alfred Angelo dress. I tried on probably 5-6 dresses before trying that one and I was set. The dress blew away the 7 dresses I had tried on at David's Bridal! I also purchased a tiara from here that I used, which turned out beautiful with my hair. Very happy, and would recommend to anyone who wants to save.

ying a dress at another boutique) expecting to not find anything, tried on 2 dresses and found the perfect match. They aren't that helpful with styles, so do your research prior to going here... but great find!

g of the dress was higher than the actual original price. The sales lady told me the sash was included and then charged me separately for it. The bag they gave me had a hole in the bottom and when I asked for a new bag they made me pay for it... even after I'd just spent over $1000. I should have looked around more because I found the same dress for much less and included the original Swavorski beaded sash (but that was my bad). I also used their lady for alterations. She did a fantastic job,however the price was more than I was originally told and I was charged extra to have it steamed... just be aware of what you might be paying.

was the dress for me. The dress you try on, is the dress you buy. You take it home with you that day. Measurements aren't taken and another isn't made for you. I had plenty of friends who didnt get the dress they tried on and had MANY issues. Diane, the alterations woman is WONDERFUL! She knows what she is doing. It was a great experience.

and then lost some more weight, by alterations were pricy, but perfection! The "cost" range includes both gown and alterations.

hop. The experience was fun. My sister scanned the racks and pulled out the dress! Found a designer dress, that was "pre-loved", for a fraction of the price. I liked that I had found a "green" option and that my dress had already been a part of someone's happy beginning. The only down side was that I wasn't able to reserve the dress and bring my mom back to see it - I had to get it then or risk losing it. In the end, it was a great choice. :) And their in house seamstress was amazing!

just felt special in their store, which was surprising to me being that it was a consignment shop! GREAT experience.

hipped it to me. They are great at the Altar