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The Brides Project

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(27)

1677 Plymouth Rd, Ann Arbor, MI

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About This Vendor

A Bridal Shop With a Heart

The Brides Project is an Ann Arbor, MI-based dress salon that offers once-worn and donated gowns. Donating the money made from dress sales to the Cancer Support Community of Greater Ann Arbor, this company takes pride in providing brides-to-be with elegant dresses that are affordable and socially conscious. Established in 2011, The Brides Project has been involved in the wedding dress industry for years. They are passionate about helping soon-to-be newlyweds discover their dream dresses while doing what they can to support the Cancer Support Community. As you walk down the aisle wearing a TBP dress, you can rest assured that you have done your bit for charity. The Brides Project's team encourages you to set up a private appointment, a wonderful opportunity for you to become better acquainted with their stock. After your big day, you are welcome to donate your dress back to the salon. In addition to wedding dresses, they can provide belts, shoes, and jewelry.

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Business Attributes

Woman-owned Business

Dresses

Wedding Dresses

Fashion Services

Plus Size Available, Private Appointments Available

Gown Collections

The Brides Project Reviews

Reviewed On 8/13/2016 by Abigail B

This business is very close to my heart, and I am so thankful that I was able to find the perfect dress here. I started searching for my wedding dress when my brother had end-stage cancer, so the fact that this org donates all the money to the...

Cancer Support Community was something I wanted to contribute to. The prices were incredibly reasonable and they have a very large selection of sizes and styles when I was there. I tried on about five dresses and one of them was the most flattering dress I'd tried on all week! It was an Allure design that looked very high quality with lots of special details. I am not an "off the rack" size, and the woman who had worn it previously had obviously been a very similar size to me. I used "The Brides Project"'s tailor, Jan, to do a little nip/tuck, and it ended up being only $50 (would be much more if I had tailored a dress bought off the rack.) I can't say enough about the whole experience, Jan and the staff at the Brides Project were so kind and I got exactly what I was looking for, at a fraction of the price!

Reviewed On 6/02/2022 by Grace W

This shop is wonderful! Absolutely loved shopping here and had a great experience. They have a large variety of dresses in many sizes, all in great condition. My consultant was very sweet and helpful with picking out dresses. The dresses are pr...

iced very reasonably. I wish I would have fallen in love with a dress here as it is a wonderful cause!

Reviewed On 4/16/2022 by Taylor E

I had the worst experience here. I’m a bridal 12/14 and my volunteer body shamed me my whole appointment. I left feeling so bad about myself and my body. I reached out to them after to tell them about my experience and they didn’t even reply to...

my email (but had replied to all previous emails so I know they check their emails). Terrible experience. Don’t go here unless you have a “perfect” size 2 body.

Reviewed On 11/02/2021 by Jacqueline L

Dress shopping at The Brides Project was an absolute dream. I was a last-minute bride. My husband and I decided to plan our destination wedding in less than 80 days--so I needed a dress off-the-rack. TBP was my first dress shopping experience a...

nd what a positive, fun, and relaxing experience it was! I appreciated that the consultants encouraged me and my guests to look through the racks ourselves, but also provided input and suggestions based on what I liked and didn't like. In the end, I found a gorgeous dress that felt like it was made for me. My wedding dress was super unique and was unmatched by anything I found at the other bridal shops I visited. My consultant, Jan, was supportive, knowledgeable, and great to work with. On the day I was shopping, the seamstress (also named Jan) was there and was able to provide input about the alterations I needed--I appreciated having her there as the other bridal shops I visited told me they would not be able to complete my alterations in time for my wedding (10 weeks). Jan completed hers in a month. I recommend TBP to anyone who wants a wedding dress that's a little out of the ordinary and wants their dress purchase to make an impact on the local community.

Reviewed On 9/27/2021 by Crystal K

I bought my dress in January 2021! Cancer has had a big impact on my life losing both of my grandparents! I loved to be able to buy the most beautiful dress that my husband loved and it was the best cause! Alterations were so quick, easy and ...

affordable!

Reviewed On 3/30/2021 by Cynthia M

Had a great experience at Brides Project. My consultant/ volunteer was beyond helpful in making sure my experience was not only to find a dress, but also listened to what I liked/ disliked about each dress - which allowed me to find the shape ...

I was looking for, even though I wasn't able to find my dress. Brides Project is amazing!! Even if you don't purchase your dress here, consider donating!

Reviewed On 12/11/2020 by Beverly B

This was an awesome store. Proceeds go for a great cause! The volunteer (Mary Ann, I think--sorry I forgot) was so helpful and allowed me to take my time. Many, many dresses--great prices. The majority though are white. Higly recommend

Reviewed On 7/31/2020 by Betsy W

I became aware of the Brides Project when my sister bought her dress and accessories from them for her 2013 wedding. When my best friend was planning her wedding a few years later, I went with her when she bought her dress at the Brides Projec...

t. So when I became engaged I knew where I was going to get my dress. It was important to me that my purchase would go towards helping cancer support groups as well as being environmentally conscious. The dress, once altered, was everything I could have wanted at a price point I was very comfortable with.

Reviewed On 12/26/2019 by Kayla K

Absolutely Loved finding my dress here. They were great about sticking with in my price rage and had a wide rage of dresses to choose from. This is very close to my heart due to my grandma having breast cancer when I was little. So glad I was a...

ble to help in someway.

Reviewed On 11/06/2019 by Kelly T

When I found out about this store, I really wanted to find my wedding dress here. This store is a non-profit that receives donated dresses, and all proceeds made are donated to a cancer support service group in Ann Arbor. My mother is a cancer ...

survivor, so putting my wedding dress purchase toward this cause meant a lot to me. I found the perfect wedding dress, but I did need alterations and wanted to add sleeves to my dress. Luckily, this store works with a tailor who comes in a few times a week for alterations. She was able to alter my dress to exactly what I wanted for a reasonable price. I love that this store exists, and highly recommend it.

Reviewed On 10/17/2019 by Danielle R

I chose the brides project for many reasons! They are affordable, they have exceptional options, its for a great cause, they have wonderful staff and I could go on. Both of my grandfathers passed away due to cancer, and wearing a dress that cam...

e from the Brides Project made me feel like they were with me on my special day. I received so many compliments from our guests on my dress and it even brought my husband to tears. I hope that more people will choose the Bride's Project for their special day!

Reviewed On 9/24/2019 by Miranda B

The philosophy of this wedding dress shop, the wonderful volunteers, and the fabulous selection of wedding dresses makes this place a complete package for any bride to find her perfect wedding dress. I was able to find a dress in exactly my siz...

e that only needed the length changed for alterations! I highly recommend The Brides Project to brides inside and outside the Ann Arbor area.

Reviewed On 8/16/2019 by cristine s

When it came time to shop for my wedding dress, the only place I had in mind was the Brides Project. I love their mission (reuse/recycle dresses, money goes to the Cancer Support Community, everyone there is a volunteer) and wanted to buy my dr...

ess there, if possible. I was amazed at how big their selection was, how many dresses I tried on that could’ve been the one and having the assistant I worked with pick out The One, that I would’ve overlooked. I would (and have) highly recommend anyone getting married to start there-beautiful dresses, great people, a magical seamstress, all for a reasonable price and for a great cause.

Reviewed On 7/14/2019 by Mona B

Everyone at the Brides Project was so kind and warm throughout the process of buying and fitting my dress. It was a great experience.

Reviewed On 6/09/2019 by Alyssa F

I love the Bride’s Project and found my perfect dress! The volunteers are so sweet, and the three I worked with were very experienced. They had great suggestions and encouraged me to go look among the dresses to figure out what I wanted. I h...

ad gone to a few bridal stores beforehand, so I had an idea of what I wanted. Unlike a traditional bridal salon, the volunteers won’t pressure you to buy anything because they have no financial stake. Based on what I picked initially, one volunteer said, “Ooohh, you have to try on this one dress I have in mind.” It ended up THE dress that I fell in love with and made me feel gorgeous! In addition to all the compliments you’ll get on the day of, you have the satisfaction of knowing that you’re giving a dress a second life and donating money to helping families affected by cancer get the treatment they need. I would recommend the Bride’s Project to any bride!

Reviewed On 5/09/2019 by Bethany P

The staff here was amazing; so helpful and attentive. They have so many beautiful dresses, all sizes, colors, and styles. Have recommended them to several brides to be that I personally know.

Reviewed On 2/24/2019 by Anna H

I love this place! I got my wedding dress here and it was such a great experience. The shop is run by volunteers who are the sweetest. The dress I got was over $1000 wholesale and never worn. i got it for $400. I’m so happy too great that every...

thing you pay goes to a good cause too! I definitely recommend checking The Brides Project out!

Reviewed On 10/20/2018 by Margo K

excellent selection, helpful staff, great cause.

Reviewed On 9/05/2018 by Megan M

I don't think you can find a better feeling than getting a dress that is for a good cause. You still get the bridal dress trying on experience but for half the cost and you know your dress is special and helping a good cause.

Reviewed On 5/28/2018 by Aimee S

I absolutely loved my experience. Everyone was so kind and helpful. I was amazed at how much they helped me feel comfortable finding my perfect dress. I will recommend them to every bride to be, I loved my experience them. My dream dress was an...

older style I had dreamed about since I was little and they helped me find exactly what I wanted. I said "YES! to my dress". They even had a perfect veil to go with my dress. Thank you so much for being so amazing and wonderful. Loved everything even the money for my dress goes to a cause close to my family's heart.

Reviewed On 12/11/2017 by Selena B

I went to several bridal shops before discovering the Brides Project, and I am so thrilled that I did! I found the same dress I had tried on at David's Bridal for $400 less! The volunteers were sweet and helpful! Don't shy away from a "gently u...

sed" dress; it means it brought the previous wearer luck and they wanted to share it! I know that was the case for me!

Reviewed On 11/25/2017 by Katie F

I am SO happy I found my dress at The Brides Project. I was initially very discouraged about finding a wedding dress. I currently live in St. Louis and while visiting my family in Michigan, I went to The Brides Project with my mom and sister an...

d met Kim; I still need to ask her if it hurt when she fell from heaven, because she is an absolute angel! She made the entire experience SO enjoyable! I ended up saying yes to a dress that arrived that morning and it matched perfectly with my shoes and bridesmaids' dresses (yes, I picked both before getting my dress). It felt like fate how perfectly everything fell into place. More importantly, I felt so good that what I spent on my dress (which was half my budget) was going back into the community to support local families. I get goose bumps telling people the story of my wedding dress. I am so touched by the kindness (not only with customer service, but also for the community) displayed by all the volunteers at The Brides Project. Beautiful dresses, beautiful souls, beautiful cause. :)

Reviewed On 10/26/2016 by Danielle P

I highly recommend The Brides Project! Everything about the shop is to be admired, aside from the money you spend going to a wonderful cause, the volunteers are so helpful and polite, their selection is great, and the prices can't be beat. I l...

oved that I was able to find exactly what I was looking for and didn't have to wait for months for my dress to come in.

Reviewed On 7/08/2015 by Chelsey V

I love the Bride's Project! A great selection of gowns, committed consultants who make you feel special and comfortable, affordable prices, and a great cause!

Reviewed On 11/11/2013 by Kate C

I went to The Brides Project with 4 of my bridesmaids. We drove from Cleveland to Ann Arbor one Saturday and I found 2 dresses I loved. I bought my dress, originally priced for $1300 for only $350! All proceeds go to cancer research! It fills m...

y heart that I was able to help so much while also finding a great deal on my dress for my big day. Everyone was GREAT there helping us and I just loved the whole experience.

Reviewed On 11/28/2012 by Ashley F

I found a beautiful one shoulder dress from the Brides Project and instantly fell in love with it. 100% of the proceeds from the dress sale goes to the Cancer Society so that made the dress even more special. The volunteers were so sweet and ma...

de everything relaxed and care free during our time looking around

Reviewed On 10/17/2012 by Erin B

The Brides Project offers new and used wedding gowns at a discount. Proceeds from the sale of the gowns go to cancer support and research efforts. All of the staff are volunteers and very lovely. I found many beautiful gowns and altimately deci...

ded on purchasing my wedding gown there, which was originally donated by a salon in Chicago. And I know what you may be thinking... used wedding gowns? I assure you they were all clean and beautifully kept. The store was clean and organized. They even have accessories such as shoes, jackets and veils. They also offer tailoring services. If you are a thrifty bride, a bride looking for a unique dress or a bride touched by the effects of cancer, this is your place!