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The Curvy Bride

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(106)best-of-weddings

357 Route 9, Manalapan, NJ

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About This Vendor

Designer Plus Size Bridal

Ladies, are you tired of walking into bridal shops that carry only a handful of plus size samples? And having to stand next to other brides while trying on dresses? Look no further - welcome to The Curvy Bride where we specialize in curvy couture! Come try on a variety of today's hottest designer gowns during your completely private appointment! We have hundreds of plus size wedding dresses in stock, with so many varieties to choose from and something for everyone's budget. Come and experience the special day you deserve, and see why we were voted Monmouth County's Best of the Best bridal shop for the past 5 years in a row.

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Accessories
Hair Accessories, Sashes & Belts, Veils
Dresses
Wedding Dresses
Fashion Services
Alterations, Dry Cleaning & Preservation, Plus Size Available, Private Appointments Available
Gown Collections
Allure Bridals
Allure Couture
Allure Women
Essense of Australia
Maggie Sottero
Rebecca Ingram
Sottero and Midgley
Stella York
Awards and Affiliations
Hall of Fame2021 Best of Weddings Winner2020 Best of Weddings Winner2019 Best of Weddings Winner2018 Best of Weddings Winner2017 Best of Weddings Winner2016 Best of Weddings Winner

The Curvy Bride Reviews

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Reviewed On 9/13/2020 by LaChell M
Make this store a MUST when shopping for a wedding dress!!! The sales associates, owner, and tailor are THE best (a lot better than Castle C.. ) if your looking for a great experience and a place where EVERY DRESS FITS — come here.
Response from the Vendor on 09/17/2020
Thank you LaChell!!! So happy for you!!
Reviewed On 1/03/2021 by Lauren S
I could not recommend this bridal shop enough! I just said yes to the dress today! It was so nice having dresses that actually fit and not having to worry about the small plus size inventory like in other shops. The staff was excellent. They a...
re all fantastic.
Response from the Vendor on 01/05/2021
Lauren, thank you so so much for the kind review! We were so happy to be able to help you find your dream dress and we look forward to seeing you when it arrives! Congratulations!
Reviewed On 11/15/2020 by Kaitlin V
Went to the curvy bride for my dress the day before they were shut down due to Covid. From the moment you walk in there and greeted by their front desk gal, Pervin, it makes you feel comfortable. I had Maryann she was so pleasant and helpful. E...
verything I showed to her in pictures she found it for me or something similar. She did not pressure me into anything or rush me during the appointment. She let me try on the dresses multiple times just to make sure my dress was really my one. And it was it was the most beautiful dress. They helped me pick out a headpiece and veil but also did not pressure me into buying them, which for me is the best thing in the world, I’m easily turned off by pushing and will just leave. But these ladies are wonderful they make you feel like you have known them forever. Did my alterations there as well and Lydia is the sweetest woman I have ever met. She did a wonderful job on my dress!
Response from the Vendor on 11/17/2020
Kaitlin!! Thank you so so much for your sweet review. It means so much to us. You were such a pleasure to work with and we can't wait to see pictures from your big day!! Thanks again and congratulations!
Reviewed On 10/22/2020 by Julie H
Curvy Bride was the second salon that I went to when looking for a dress. I had a dishearting first experience between the consultant not listening to what I was looking for and trying to squeeze me into dresses that I couldn't even get over my...
hips. When I went to Curvy Bride, the consultant took the time to listen to me! She pulled all of what she had that fit the description I was looking for and the second dress I tried was the one! Not once did I feel like I was rushed or felt uncomfortable putting on any of the dresses for the curves that I have. Then working with Lydia was amazing for all of my alterations! I recommend this shop to anyone!!!
Response from the Vendor on 10/22/2020
Julie, thank you so so much for such a sweet review! It means so much to us! We were so happy to work with you and we can't wait to see your photos from your big day!!
Reviewed On 8/22/2020 by Angela L
I first went to the Curvy Bride after a few other stores in July of 2019. Everyone was super friendly and welcoming! They accommodate my group of 5 people. My mom got lost and the CB team jumped in and helped her when her GPS failed her - I w...
ill forever be thankful for their patience! I tried on probably 10 dresses - and ended up with a dress I fell in love with from Essense of Australia! I loved the little celebration toast at the end of my visit! The dress came in a few months later - I had my first fitting at the end of January which went super well! The 2nd fitting happened 2nd weekend in March which wehen places first started to close for COVID-19 - we were able to have a very enjoyable experience - even with all the weirdness of keeping distance and sanitizing everything. When I had to postpone my wedding - they were extremely helpful and understanding! We ended up having a small ceremony on August 1st - so I had my last dress fitting mid-July. They had wonderful protocols in place (limiting the number of people in store, calling when arriving, temperature checks, distancing…); I felt very safe, and they made me feel so welcome and comfortable! The dress fit wonderfully! I was so happy with my experience there, and appreciate their kindness and wonderful business practices!
Response from the Vendor on 08/22/2020
Angela!! Thank you SO much for taking the time to write such a thoughtful review, you have no idea how much it means to us! It was such a pleasure working with you. Thank you so much for trusting us with your wedding dress experience - congratu...
lations and all the best to you!
Reviewed On 8/12/2020 by Megan M
YOU HAVE TO COME HERE!!I can’t explain to you the joy this store brought to my heart! I was having so much anxiety due to bad experiences at other shops. Actually, I was convinced I would never find a dress that would make me feel beautiful or...
fit my budget. Well here I found BOTH. . Infact I was stuck between 2 dresses because I loved them both so much. The sales associate P & the owner Michele were such a pleasure to work with. I didn’t feel rushed or like I was being upsold. The dresses here are absolutely gorgeous (as is the location itself) This was exactly the bridal experience every woman deserves. And for the record my dress was under 1k and had all the aspects I was looking for (lace, a line, designer) I would drive 3hrs here if I had to. They are AMAZING.
Response from the Vendor on 08/22/2020
BIG HUGS MEGAN! Thanks for your sweet words!!!
Reviewed On 7/20/2020 by Mary E
The CB Team provided a positively unforgettable wedding dress experience for me and my family this weekend. I was honestly dreading this part of the wedding process for many reasons (also hello, Quarantine 15) but the minute I walked into the b...
outique my stress melted away. They’re a small local business with an important mission for plus size women, but they go the extra mile to making you feel welcome and safe; their attention to safety precautions in the age of COVID and an immaculate shopping space made us feel comfortable and respected... it even just SMELLED amazing! Their commitment to inclusivity allowed me to try on anything in the store, and I was never made to feel inadequate because of my shape. They take the time to build relationships with their clients which is enough to celebrate, let alone their generosity of spirit. If anyone asks me, this is the only place to go for bridal appointments! The consultant, Maryanne, and the owner, Michelle, will not only provide unwavering and outstanding professional support as you shop, but they will become your fast friends. They not only remained my professional confidants throughout the process, but the relationship we’ve built is reflected in the care they’ve taken with us. Their patience and overwhelming generosity in providing extra time and financial relief where they could is so appreciated. I’m grateful for all that they do. I am beaming whenever I think of this day. The wedding dress “yes” is such a special moment for many, and I will never forget mine at the Curvy Bride. I’m not only looking forward to seeing my dress again when it arrives, but also these lovely women!
Response from the Vendor on 07/22/2020
Hi Mary!!!! I simply cannot thank you enough for taking the time to write such glowing reviews all over the Internet about us, you are truly a lovely person inside and out and will make an absolutely stunning bride! Brides like you are the reas...
on that I opened the shop and I love doing what I do every single day. So thank you again, we are honored to be a part of your wedding! Best wishes and congratulations again!
Reviewed On 7/12/2020 by Daniella H
My experience at the curvy bride was unlike any other. Michelle and Pervin were amazing through the whole process. I utilized the mobile try at home dresses and Michelle and Pervin went above and beyond to allow me to have my dream dress. They ...
are both the kindest people I've meet through this experience. I can't recommend this place enough. They will go above and beyond to make sure your happy and have exactly what you want! They found exactly what I was looking for the first try!
Response from the Vendor on 07/18/2020
Hi Daniella!! Thanks so much for the kind words, and for using our mobile service! So very happy it all worked out for you. Your support of our small business during an unpredictable time was so very appreciated. Best wishes to you!!!
Reviewed On 7/11/2020 by Alexandria H
My experience at The Curvy Bride was exceptional. Michelle and Pervin are both wonderfully kind, knowledgeable, efficient, and excellent at their jobs. The shop is beautiful and clean, taking all the necessary precautions during the pandemic. I...
said ‘Yes’ to the dress and felt extremely comfortable and well attended to the entire time. The Curvy Bride really cares about the client experience and will work hard to find what you are looking for! Would highly recommend over and over again!
Response from the Vendor on 07/18/2020
Hi Alexandria! Thanks so much for taking the time to write a glowing review, we can't begin to tell you how much appreciated your kind words are. We are so happy you found your dream dress, and are honored to be a part of your big day! Congrats...
again!!!
Reviewed On 7/10/2020 by Susan H
We went to The Curvy Bride today hopeful to find a dress. Between the pandemic and the torrential rain we were hopeful that something would go right. As soon as we walked in the door a feeling of peace and happiness washed over us! Michelle ...
is wonderful and patient and knowledgeable and she makes you feel less stressed and just makes it a wonderful experience. She put us at ease and my daughter said yes to the perfect dress. I can’t express how wonderful our experience was and we can’t recommend them enough! They had so many dresses that were perfect and it was so hard to choose but Michelle knew just how to help us make the decision with ease! If you want a wonderful experience make your appointment now! You won’t regret it! And Michelle, God bless you for being so compassionate and wonderful! 😘💕
Response from the Vendor on 07/10/2020
Hi Susan!!! So nice meeting you ladies today I am honored to have been a part of your special day with your daughter - she will make an absolutely stunning bride!! Your kind words are greatly appreciated and thank you for your business!!
Reviewed On 6/26/2020 by Chelsea M
I have had an absolutely amazing experience so far with the Curvy Bride. I made my appointment for the beginning of June & unfortunately was not able to have it due to COVID. They scheduled me very shortly after non-essential businesses were al...
lowed to open in New Jersey. The overall communication was great & showed me that they cared about me & my experience. The day of, I was greeted at the door by the staff (I was the only one there for awhile) & the owner, Michelle, helped me throughout my appointment. She actually chose the dress that I decided on. They really know what they’re doing & take your budget, style, and personality into consideration. I had some serious anxiety about being a “plus-size” bride & finding a dress that made me feel confident/beautiful. I can honestly say that every dress that I tried on looked great. They have a lot of different styles for different taste! I ended up buying my dress, a belt, my veil, and am adding straps to my dress all in one day. Also, if you buy the sample dress off the rack, you getting money off. That’s what I did! I would highly recommend going to the Curvy Bride.
Reviewed On 6/16/2020 by Kathy G
I bought my dress from curvy bride! they make you feel so special and dedicate their time to you in a way that David's and other stores dont really try to. they also rushed my dress because we were trying to get married before my fiancee's fath...
er passed. they are understanding and more than willing to make you feel like you're their priority!
Reviewed On 2/01/2020 by Amanda K
I would absolutely recommend this to any curvy bride. Maryann was AMAZING!! My mom and I were the only ones in the shop and while the appointments were 90 min online I think we spent about 2.5 hours, they take their time, really make you feel c...
omfortable, beautiful and welcome. PS the dresses are STUNNING!!
Reviewed On 1/08/2020 by Ashley D
I cannot say enough good things about The Curvy Bride! Michelle and her team go above and beyond to make sure you have an amazing experience! Being a curvy bride, I was super nervous that dresses wouldn't fit right- and I could not have been mo...
re wrong. Every single interaction I have had with their staff has been incredible! This is the best team ever!
Response from the Vendor on 01/08/2020
Ashley, we are grateful you took the time to leave a thoughtful review and that you had a wonderful experience with us! We truly love what we do! Congratulations!! We are so happy to have been a part of your special day!!
Reviewed On 11/19/2019 by Jenna S
I went to Curvy Bride for my wedding dress, I knew how great Michelle, the owner, was based on the experience that my sister had there 5 years prior. During my appointment I must have tried on upwards of 10 or more dresses, and the woman helpin...
g me was so patient and kind. I ended up ordering a beautiful Essense of Australia gown which I fell in love with. Overall, I had a great experience at Curvy Bride and highly recommend this shop!
Response from the Vendor on 11/19/2019
Hi Jenna - thank you so much for taking the time to write a thoughtful review! We are SO happy you loved your experience at The Curvy Bride and found the dress of your dreams! Thanks again and congratulations to you!!!
Reviewed On 11/10/2019 by Kristin B
knew I wanted to look for my wedding dress at The Curvy Bride even before I got engaged. The idea that there was a place that catered to plus sized brides was so amazing to me. I booked an appointment to try on dresses exactly a year before my ...
wedding. Paige, my consultant, was amazing. She pulled several dresses I had seen on their website plus a few more she thought would work for my shape. I ended up falling in love with the first dress I tried on and ordered it that day. It arrived in the time frame promised and I started alterations with their in house seamstress, Lydia. She not only made sure the dress fit perfectly and had the appropriate length hem but added an amazing bustle. I was absolutely in love with my wedding dress and I cannot thank The Curvy Bride enough for making me feel beautiful!
Response from the Vendor on 11/19/2019
Hi Kristin - we are so happy you had a great experience with our team and found a dress that you loved! We appreciate you taking the time to leave a thoughtful review. Congratulations and best wishes!!!!
Reviewed On 11/05/2019 by Rachael W
I went to The Curvy Bride after a long day of trying on dresses at other bridal salons. I was getting very frustrated that the other bridal salons were not listening to me and kept putting me in dresses that looked like I was making my quincean...
era (I'm a larger girl but that didn't mean I didn't want to look sexy on my big day). When I got to The Curvy Bride I explained what I was looking for and immediately they brought me 6 dresses in the style I had been looking for all morning. The best part about the whole experience was ALL THE DRESSES WERE IN MY SIZE OR LARGER. What a difference that makes when you're trying on wedding dresses. It was a hard choice but I finally selected one of their dresses. I couldn't have been happier with the dress - it worked out perfect for the day and everyone loved it.
Reviewed On 10/05/2019 by Danielle V
The best place ever!! The moment walked into this store I felt like everyone was so excited for me and was willing to help! The staff made we feel so special and were so patient and helpful! Dresses were reasonably priced as well! Definitely ...
recommend this place!!
Response from the Vendor on 10/11/2019
Thanks so much for the lovely review Danielle!!! We really appreciate you and your business and are honored to be a part of your big day!!
Reviewed On 8/25/2019 by Roselyn R
I really enjoyed my dress shopping experience here. I left quite a few other shops feeling defeated because not many carried over a size 12. Being a curvy girl I needed a 16 and was never even able to see what the dresses would even look like o...
n me. Coming here was a big relief. I was able to find the dress on my first try. Michelle was so helpful with finding things that matched my style and interest. I did my research on my dress after the visit and found a few shops with better prices & they matched it for me. Dress came in right around the time they said it would. My only concern was the way they measure. They measured me at a size 18 and ordered a 20 to be safe. When I went to my seamstress she had to cut INCHES off my dress it literally fell off of me from how big it was. Luckily it’s better to take in than take out but it was alarming. Luckily my seamstress knew what she was doing and made it work but I was freaking out. Otherwise I was very happy with the attention and variety to choose from and the shop itself is so cute and welcoming.
Reviewed On 8/22/2019 by Lyn W
This was my first and last stop in my wedding dress search. I came in with particular dress in mind however, I left with a dress so breathtaking I couldn't even imagine it in my wildest of dreams! I was greeted by the welcoming receptionist Me...
ryle and I was assisted by the warm and friendly manager MaryAnn. I was pretty nervous that day but MaryAnn made me feel so comfortable and relaxed. She was so helpful and really attuned to how each dress made me feel. There was no pressure and I had an great time trying on all the beautiful dresses. When I tried on "the one" it absolutely took my breath away, I felt confident, beautiful, and better than anything I have ever dreamed of. That's a feeling I'll remember for the rest of my life! Thank you to everyone at The Curvy Bride for making this experience such a special one for me and my bride tribe, well never forget it!
Reviewed On 8/09/2019 by Leslie C
I was dreading wedding dress shopping but all my worries/concerns went away once I entered Curvy Bride. Michelle helped me during my appointment. She did an amazing job understanding what I liked and what worked well with my body shape. She qui...
ckly got a feel of what I liked and each dress she pulled was beautiful making it hard for me to make a decision (which was a great thing to have options!). Her sweet calm attitude truly helped me during this experience. The appointment went so quick and smooth and I ended say yes to the dress. The alteration processes almost went smoothly and Lidia and Michelle were great to work with. Highly recommend this bridal shop!!
Reviewed On 7/13/2019 by Ashley L
Everyone was so nice and helpful. My dress was perfect. We had a very short engagement and they were so helpful and reassuring.
Reviewed On 7/02/2019 by Laura C
I'm having a short engagement, so my dress shopping day went like: tried on 3 dresses from Azazie at home, thinking I'd be ordering from them cuz of their 4 week turnaround. Tried on 7-8 dresses at David's Bridal, only liked 2 kind of, worried ...
about the 12 week production time. Got to my appointment at The Curvy Bride, talked with Stacy about what I like, my timeline, and my budget, and she suggested I start with the sample sale to both meet timeline and budget needs. I found several dresses that would fit me and interested me in the sample sale, and she helped me try them all. She had great comments on how each fit me, and the quality of each, and was incredibly helpful and kind and understanding! We got through 5 dresses I think, we went to see if there was anything else I wanted to try, I found one more to try, and ultimately ended up leaving the store with the second dress I tried on! It was an amazing experience, Stacy was so helpful and so kind, and was making educated decisions on whether or not to clip the dresses since they were now in the take home immediately section, and I'd highly recommend going to The Curvy Bride!
Reviewed On 6/28/2019 by Suzanne K
The Curvy Bride has become one of my all-time favorite places. Before being engaged myself, I had gone to the store with a friend for her wedding dress. They have a beautiful selection of dresses for bigger girls like myself, and the staff is s...
o incredibly welcoming. As a bride, I knew that this is where I would find my dress and I was right! I showed our helper Paige a few photos and told her about our venue. Six dresses later, we found the one. The dress fit me like a dream and it was exactly what I had envisioned for myself. Every fitting and interaction with the staff from that moment forward was a dream come true. The dresses are beautiful! There is a wide selection of styles, sizes, etc. And, the staff makes the experience even more special by making a bigger girl feel like she is the most beautiful bride in the world. For an anxious shopper and someone that is not always accustomed to seeing their size in stores, this is EVERYTHING. Thank you so much to all of the staff, seamstress included! I loved working with you all and I was truly the most beautiful version of myself in my dress. Thank you,thank you, thank you!
Reviewed On 5/20/2019 by Victoria S
Every 5 star review on here is accurate--from my appointment shopping the sample gowns (July 2018) to my wedding week (April 2019) every interaction with Curvy Bride and the staff was magical! I had my initial appointment with Paige and she l...
istened to everything I was looking for an helped me make the easiest wedding decision--including my veil and headpiece! I had my alterations through the store as well and had a great experience. I was able to go without a bra (no small feat at a 40G)!!! Michelle got to know me throughout the process and I was sad to say goodbye to her when I picked up the dress--she even gave me personal tips on how to steam the dress properly and hang it to avoid wrinkles. She also picked out some fabulous earrings that I will hopefully wear again :) Overall, for my fellow brides street size 12 and up (or even just bustier ladies looking for a store that will understand), I can't recommend curvy bride enough!
Response from the Vendor on 05/21/2019
Hi Victoria!!! Thanks so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review, we appreciate it so very much! Congratulations to you!!!!
Reviewed On 5/02/2019 by Teirra W
All of the women at the shop went above and beyond! It was the best experience I could ask for as a plus size bride. No one pressured me into anything I didn't like which I was fearful of beforehand. I purchased my dress there at their Sample s...
ale; they work with an outside seamstress but she was also wonderful.
Response from the Vendor on 05/03/2019
Thank you so much Teirra!!! We really appreciate your kind words and really enjoyed working with you, congratulations!
Reviewed On 2/21/2019 by Christine P
I was never a girl who dreamed of my wedding, never pictured myself in a wedding dress, and hated shopping for prom/dinner dance dresses so you could imagine this was my least favorite part of wedding planning. I didn't even take a chance going...
to a 'regular' sized brial salon for fear the dresses wouldn't fit. I stumbled upon The Curvy Bride on google and made an appointment. Paige was so awesome to work with. I basically told her I would try on whatever except strapless. She told me as I tried on the dresses she would be able to tell what I liked and that she did. After about the 4th dress I found the one. The appointment went so quick and smooth. We finished in under the allotted time. Michelle, the owner, is so awesome. I left The Curvy Bride feeling like family. I can't thank them enough for the amazing experience. I got so.many complements on my dress.
Reviewed On 1/13/2019 by Chelsea F
I had the best experience at The Curvy Bride. The salon was beautiful. They had a great selection of dresses. The stylist was amazing. She made me feel so comfortable. She pulled a good variety of dresses and helped me narrow down what I was lo...
oking for. Then she helped me with ideas for making the dress I picked exactly what I wanted. She was never pushy and I ended up loving a dress that was below my budget which was awesome! I would absolutely recommend The Curvy Bride. The experience was everything I dreamed it would be and more!
Reviewed On 1/10/2019 by Olivia D
I drove over an hour to go to the curvy bride because I am a plus size girl and was looking forward to this appointment so much! As soon as I walked in I wasn’t greeted by anyone so stood there before a woman named Paige came out to help me. ...
She asked for some pictures or what I was interested in and then started to pull dresses which I was open to. Before going there I had such a wonderful experience at David’s bridal and just wanted to keep my options open. At David’s bridal they sucked me in with a girdle and gave me undergarments to ensure that I felt my best. Paige told me that I don’t need any undergarments but thankfully I had brought spanx. As I started to try on dresses I noticed a lot of the dresses were in very poor condition and some ripped of Stitching. On top of that I couldn’t even see how the dress would fit because she never pulled it tight and barely clipped the back of the dress, which she did very quickly and almost concerned me she was going to clip my actual skin because again very rushed.. Also she never spread the dresses out so I could see the train. Not even 15 seconds went by and she said do you want to take it off?! There was zero professional option, and I actually felt like I was bothering her! After trying on three dresses she told me to come out and look through about 40 dresses that to me all looked the same. When I didn’t know what to choose she said “oh well well at least you tried”. Girls this is not your only option being a Plus Size girl go to David’s Bridal and save yourself the trip..
Response from the Vendor on 01/10/2019
Hi Olivia, I am so sorry you did not have a good experience today. We certainly pride ourselves on offering brides a great selection from our nearly 200 dresses in stock, many of which are new for this season. I would invite you to come back f...
or an appointment with myself, the owner, in hopes of a different experience and to listen to your concerns. Please feel free to call me personally to discuss at 732-536-6100. Thank you. Best, Michelle
Reviewed On 12/07/2018 by Melissa S
I cannot say enough amazing things about The Curvy Bride. After having a few bad experiences at bridal salons in the central-Jersey area, I felt defeated. It felt like designers and stores didn’t make or carry dresses for women like me, who are...
short with some curves—especially when bridal consultants would hold up a dress and say “now imagine this on you, in your size.” Walking into The Curvy Bride was a breath of fresh air. My bridal consultant Paige was phenomenal. She was so kind and patient in helping me find the perfect dress for my wedding. She took all of my wedding ideas and style ideas into consideration when pulling dresses for me to try on. When I became overwhelmed in my decision, she told me to go have lunch with my mom and sister and come back with fresh eyes. I cannot thank Paige enough for picking out the dress of my dreams. After purchasing my wedding dress I worked with the store owner, Michelle, and their seamstress, Lydia. Both of these women are amazing, and made all of my fittings a breeze. I highly recommend The Curvy Bride to all future brides. Thank you so much Michelle, Paige, and Lydia for making me look, and feel, like a beautiful bride on my wedding day and for such an extraordinary dress shopping experience.
Reviewed On 12/06/2018 by Jessica F
The great reviews don't do it justice! So excited to have just ordered my dress! I'll post pictures after the wedding! Paige and michelle were awesome. The customer service here is amazing warm and friendly and professional. I'm in sales my...
self and appreciated customer serivce. all my emails and questions were answered right away even after and before store hours. And all the patience and knowledge Paige had was great. Will write another review once I get the dress but we are off to an amazing start. Got a wonderful dress and it was even on sale. The amount of dresses they have to offer were wonderful as well. I'm a size 22 but the dresses run small so I ordered a 26. Was given the amount alterations should be around and for some custom add ons as well. Very happy and excited with my purchase. Was a very comfortable and lovely experience. Would recommend to friends and family most definitely. Boutique is small and intimate. Not over whelming like some bigger stores. And had an amazing amount of plus size dresses.
Reviewed On 11/20/2018 by Alyson B
As someone who is curvy, trying on wedding dresses was really disappointing until I walked into the Curvy Bride. I had a vision of what I was looking for, explained it, and Paige picked the dress I was envisioning on her first try! I tried on o...
ther dresses just to be sure, but ultimately ended up leaving with the 1st dress Paige picked out for me. The staff really knows what they are doing, they are all friendly and accommodating, and they really have a beautiful collection available. My dress was absolutely perfect. When it came to alterations, Lydia was amazing as well. She did everything in her power to make sure the dress fit perfectly and was ready on time for my wedding, including opening up her shop on her day off. I had the most amazing experience with the Curvy Bride and would highly recommend them to anyone who is not a size 2!
Response from the Vendor on 11/20/2018
Yay congratulations Alyson!!!!! We are so happy for you ❤️ Thanks so much for taking the time to write such a nice review!!
Reviewed On 11/19/2018 by Jessica S
Wow! What an amazing experience I had with The Curvy Bride. The staff at The Curvy Bride is A+, truly listen to you, make you comfortable and everything about my dress alterations were perfection. I could not have been happier in my wedding dre...
ss and with my entire experience. I felt like a princess and it was all thanks to The Curvy Bride.
Response from the Vendor on 11/19/2018
Thanks so much Jessica we truly appreciate you taking the time to write such a nice review ❤️Congratulations!!!
Reviewed On 10/31/2018 by Julia S
I wanted to preface this review with the note that I did not get my dress from Curvy Bride because I live 3 hours away in CT, but I had such a wonderful experience there that I wanted to share with the rest of the curvy brides looking for the p...
erfect dress. Being a curvy bride, it was hard to go into regular bridal stores and not be able to try even half of the beautiful wedding dresses, however, this was the opposite at the curvy bride. When my mom and I went to the appointment, we were the only ones there and all the focus of the attendant was on making me happy and finding the perfect dress. It was so hard because I wanted to try on every dress, partly because I finally fit into all the dresses and they were ALL so beautiful. I went in wanted an A line dress with straps, so that's what I started trying on, however, they looked all wrong on me. The lady helping me recommended I try on this one dress as she thought it would look good on me despite it being the opposite of what I wanted. Well she was right! I ended up falling in love with a mermaid strapless dress that made my mom break down in tears and I didn’t want to get out of the dress! I would have loved to give the Curvy Bride my business however, driving 3 hours there and 3 hours back to CT for alterations just was not an option when there are a million other wedding related tasks. I did end up buying that same dress I tried on elsewhere, however, my perfect wedding dress wouldn’t have been possible without the Curvy Bride. I truly thank them and recommend it to every curvy bride struggling in regular bridal stores! -Julia
Reviewed On 9/23/2018 by Erica B
The curvy bride is amazing to work with! They have a huge selection of gowns that you can actually put on. I found it impossible to feel beautiful in a dress where I could only hold it up in from of me. One of the only places I was able to walk...
around and look at dresses for myself, not what other people pulled for me . They were so polite and helpful every time I went in trying to commit to a dress!
Reviewed On 8/24/2018 by Caitlin S
I had the best experience at Curvy Bride. They made me feel comfortable from the very first appointment through the week before my wedding, when Michelle even came to my final fitting to make sure everything looked great! I can't say enough goo...
d things about Michelle, and her wonderful staff, who made my dress, and my wedding, perfect!
Reviewed On 8/17/2018 by Kimberlee B
I was absolutely blown away by the selection of gowns and service of the employees at The Curvy Bride! I found a dress that not only fit me perfectly, but perfectly fit my summer garden wedding and venue. Paige was my bridal assistant the day I...
went shopping and she was attentive and provided me with the styles and dresses that I came in with. An absolute recommendation- Do your research! It allows for a seamless appointment. Once the gown was ordered and arrived, I used the in-house seamstress who was also fabulous! If you’re hesitant to go dress shopping as a plus size bride, start here. I am positive you will not only find the dress of your dreams, but feel confident throughout the whole process!
Reviewed On 6/30/2018 by Nicole L
I found the gown of my dreams here! As a plus size woman it was comforting trying on gowns that actually fit. This was my first and only wedding gown shopping experience. I drove two hours to shop here. My first visit was good. Maria helped me....
She is nice but did not make the experience over the top special. I found my gown but wanted it in a different color. They ordered my gown and veil. 8 months later my gown was in and I went to try it on. I was so excited but also anxious to try on my gown in the color I choose. Maria was working again. There were two brides trying on gowns for the first time. I did have an appointment but was made to feel that I was not a priority as they already had my money. I tried my gown on in a small closet in the back. They forgot about my veil until I asked after I had already changed out of my gown. I wanted to see it all together. It took them 20 minutes to actually find my veil. You would think they would have had it ready as I made the appointment in advance. I decided to not get my alterations done there due to this experience. Giving the great rating as I found my dream gown and feel that all plus size brides should have this option.
Response from the Vendor on 06/30/2018
Hi Nicole! Thank you so much for taking the time to write your review, we certainly appreciate all feedback and are so happy that you found the dress of your dreams here! I truly apologize if in any way you were unhappy with your pick up appoin...
tment, unfortunately our store is very small and since pick up appointments are only a half hour we do use a smaller room for those which we should have let you know about when scheduling the appointment and if we didn’t I apologize - We outgrew our shop quickly and recently built a larger room for weekend pick ups and alterations to be more accommodating. And I sincerely apologize that we did not have the veil with your dress initially so that you could see it all together that should not have happened and again we are very sorry if your experience was not 100% as we certainly strive for that! We wish you the best with your wedding and if there is anything else that we can do please don’t hesitate to call me - thank you! Best, Michelle, Owner
Reviewed On 5/25/2018 by Christina F
Best experience ever definitely worth the drive. I had a horrible experience at Davids Bridal and didn't think I was ever going to find a beautiful wedding dress but then I did some research on the internet and found the curvy bride. I called...
them and made an appointment it was about two hours away but so worth the drive. From the minute I got to the store I was treated like a princess. The sales person was not pushy at all she listened to everything I said and found me the perfect dress. I even got a discount for buying the one right off the rack. The staff was friendly, helpful and caring. I had an amazing experience and would recommend this place to any plus size woman
Reviewed On 5/17/2018 by Katie F
I am a plus sized model who works in Manhattan and I was absolutely dreading being squished into a size 6 wedding dress sample. I looked at a few places in NYC but their plus size selection was limited. The Curvy Bride was like an answer to my ...
prayers! I was able to try on TONS of dresses, and even many I had seen on Pinterest and online. My dress was gorgeous and everything I could have imagined. Michelle was so amazing during my appointment so try to get her if you can! Pro Tip: The seamstress they have on sight is very good, and she added some lovely sleeves to my dress and some amazing beading! However, my advice would be to have one MORE fitting than you think you should. My dress, on the day I was supposed to pick it up, did not look good and did not fit right, and since my mom had come from out of town they had to fit it overnight which was super nerve wracking. They do lovely work but just give yourself the time in fittings and take pictures of how you want things to look! Overall it was an amazing experience! I couldn’t reccomend them more!
Reviewed On 4/02/2018 by Nicole B
I knew this was the bridal salon i wanted to go to first. I was not disappointed at all. They had many dresses to try on, such a large selection. I got my beautiful dress there. I highly recommend them! Especially if you are feeling self co...
nscious about dress shopping! Also the seamstress Lydia was amazing, she created sleeves for my dress from scratch. can not thank the curvy bride enough !
Reviewed On 3/10/2018 by Erin D
This place is fantastic and I recommend to any bride looking for their wedding dress. Being a street size 14-16 the idea of wedding dress shopping was a bit daunting knowing that bridal sizing is whack and most places carry smaller sample sizes...
. I did not want to be limited to holding a dress up to my body to see what it would look like. At curvy I was able to fit into every single dress and most of them were too big! They did a fantastic job securing you in so you could envision how flawless you’d look on your wedding day. They carry an amazing line of dresses and each is more beautiful than the next. They also offer private space for your group so you can model in front of friends and family. I felt very comfortable here and am so glad that a place like this exists. In the end I did not make a purchase because I fell in love with a dress elsewhere but I am so glad my first bridal appointment was at curvy!!
Reviewed On 2/17/2018 by Michael P
I had the worst experience of my life shopping at other bridal shops. I had them shove a dress I don't want at me saying this is the only thing we have that will fit you so you better like it. After balling my eyes out my mother in law asked a ...
few friends and they suggested this place. We went without an appointment at the end of the day and I guess the poor look on my face made them squeeze me in. I was about as depressed as could be but they found a way to make me smile. They helped me find a beautiful dress that wouldn't break the budget and make me feel like a queen. Don't go anywhere else if you are plus size, this is the only place to go. They don't care if it's late and you don't have an appointment if they see you in distress they will be there for you. I will be forever grateful to the young lady that helped me that day, she doesn't know what it meant to me to be treated so nice. THANK YOU.
Reviewed On 2/17/2018 by Kimberly H
I had so much anxiety about trying on Wedding dresses and leaving a place in tears because I couldn’t fit into sample sizes.. in the last few years I gained some weight when I quit smoking and I have been feeling horrible about myself.. I drove...
out of my way to come here and I lit up when I walked in. I knew from the moment I set foot in the door I was buying my dress here. Not only did they have plenty of designer dresses, Michelle was an absolute angel!! She was so patient, and listened, and most importantly was super supportive and reassuring when she thought somebody was sucking the life out of my experience! I ended up coming back another time to revisit some dresses and she was equally invested in me as she was the first..She just gets it, and it’s not so much about a dress for her, she rather see a bride happy. I can’t say good enough things, she truly made me feel amazing! Keep being you Michelle, your such a blessing! weight
Reviewed On 1/21/2018 by Jade M
Where do I begin?! The Curvy Bride is a gem. I bought the first dress I tried on thanks to the exceptional Paige. She made the experience so special and knew exactly what I wanted within minutes. The shop women and the tailor were the most kin...
d women. I loved wedding dress shopping thanks to these women. Great options. Great atmosphere. Everything was perfect!
Reviewed On 1/04/2018 by Maggie J
How much do the dresses start out for as in price ? And is this a bridal outlet? Do you carry alot of plus size dresses ? Asking before i go look .. coming from Long Island.
Response from the Vendor on 01/05/2018
Hello! Our dresses start at @$1,000 and average @ $1,500. We are not a bridal outlet we are a small family owned boutique :) We have lots of brides come from Long Island! Let us know if you'd like to schedule a private appointment!
Reviewed On 12/18/2017 by Deanna C
I first visited curvy bride during their grand opening event when my best friend was getting married. The very second we met Michele I could tell how genuinely invested she was in making brides happy! There she was pregnant and ready to pop an...
d running the appointment without missing a beat. I told myself that day that i would be back when it was my turn. Sure enough, i returned and it was the best decision i made. Michelle is one of the sweetest people ever! Her staff is just as sweet and patient and a true reflection of Michelle. As soon as you walk into the shop you feel welcomed. The shop is just beautiful. My sister and my mother are not plus sized but they loved curvy so much that they wished they could get their dress there. My consultant was Paige, she was a complete doll! I can't thank her enough! Paige was so sweet and patient through the entire process. Being a plus size bride can be a lil daunting, there is certainly a level of insecurity you may feel. None of that is an issue at curvy. They totally understand how to dress and style a plus bride!! curvy was my favorite experience of the wedding planing process. I can't say it enough, but thank God for the curvy bride!!
Reviewed On 11/25/2017 by Katlin G
The experience I had here today was absolutely amazing! It was awesome to try dresses in that actually fit! Maria and Michelle was super helpful and great to work with! So happy we took the trip out there!
Reviewed On 11/21/2017 by Christina O
Such an amazing experience. Michelle, the owner, is so sweet and makes you feel like family every time you walk in the door. From my first visit all the way down to my very last fitting and pick up I knew I was in great hands. Absolutely gorgeo...
us gowns, affordable prices, great service, and an amazing seamstress to do alterations on site. Lydia was able to take my size 20 dress down to a size 12 after losing 50 lbs, which most tailors will not do, so they get a 10/10 for that, too!
Reviewed On 11/20/2017 by Christina S
Wow - Michelle and her team are amazing! So thoughtful, low pressure and really make you feel like a queen! I was dreading dress shopping because I was really concerned I wouldn't be able to find dresses in my size size in styles that I like. T...
he Curvy Bride was the first - and ONLY - dress boutique I visited because there was such a wide selection. I'm so thrilled with how everything turned out. my dress fit like a glove, was gorgeous quality and I got so many compliments!! Thank you so much for making it such a comfortable experience!!
Reviewed On 11/13/2017 by a member
I lost over 120 pounds, and although I'm not considered plus size by the fashion world's standards, I was terrified to go into a bridal salon and not be able to fit into their sample sizes, so I went to The Curvy Bride because I was positive th...
at I would fit into the dresses. I felt comfortable the moment I walked through the doors. My consultant was Maria, and she went above and beyond. I ended up leaving the shop really liking a dress, but I didn't love it, and so, I continued my search. I ultimately found my dress elsewhere, but I still highly recommend The Curvy Bride.
Reviewed On 11/03/2017 by Justina O
I’m not sure if I am able to find the words to describe how sweet and wonderful the women of the curvy bride salon are. When I first walked in they welcomed me with open arms took such great care of me. We had tried on at least 6 dresses and th...
ey were so very patient and helpful while helping choose my wedding dress. I absolutely loved it! I highly recommend the curvy bride to all my plus size girls out there they make you feel the the most beautiful girl in the world!
Reviewed On 10/30/2017 by Katie Q
Michelle, Paige and the entire team at The Curvy Bride are absolutely incredible. Their inventory is unbeatable, their prices are competitive and the care you will receive here is unmatched. I cannot say enough amazing things about this amazing...
shop!
Reviewed On 10/30/2017 by Melissa F
I can't say enough amazing things about this shop!! I wasn't very excited to try dresses knowing that the sample sizes at other stores may not zip. When I found this shop while looking on Pinterest I knew it was the place to go...even though it...
was a 2 hour drive. From the minute I walked in the door everyone was amazing! My consultant listened to my vision and brought back only dresses that matched it. She made me feel 100% comfortable and gave me the best experience I could imagine. I have been recommending everyone to come here! I can't wait until my dress comes in so I can go back!!
Reviewed On 10/30/2017 by J L
I was beyond excited to be planning a wedding but dreaded the dress shopping. I was worried like most shopping trips I’d leave feeling frustrated by the prospect that the pretty things wouldn’t be in my size, that nothing would fit my short, pl...
ump body and I did feel that way after 1 visit to David’s Bridal. Then my husbands cousin said a friend of hers went to a store in NJ just for curvy/ plus sized women. Samples in my size and no department store shared mirrors and chaos of David’s Bridal. I made the 1.5 to 2 hr trip from Harrison, NY hoping to find my dress. Everyone was nice and super attentive. There was no pressure and there were so many beautiful dresses that I could try on. I told them exactly what I was looking for and The Curvy Bride made it happen. Dress #4 was the one!!! They really take their time to help you find the one and it’s done in nice private dressing areas too! They recommended Lydia’s Magic Touch for alterations and she did a great job. I was totally at ease and felt always that I was in the best hands.
Reviewed On 10/30/2017 by Janet M
I absolutely love this place. The dresses are absolutely beautiful and the owner and her assistant were so accommodating.
Reviewed On 10/16/2017 by Hillary S
This place is a MUST go if you are a size 10 or up!! I had such an incredible experience with Michelle! She was so kind a patient with me as I was starting to feel frustrated and overly picky. She assured me that I wasn't being picky and that I...
knew what I wanted and we were going to find it. She made incredible suggestions and carefully listened to all of my concerns. She had a solution for every problem I was worried about. I would up finding a MAGNIFICENT gown that I am absolutely obsessed with!! Now I just have to wait until it comes in so that I can try it on again!! Go to this store!! You will not regret it!
Reviewed On 9/24/2017 by Melissa M
I got married April 28th, 2017. I purchased an Allure gown from the curvy bride and also had alterations done. After going to one other large shop I couldn't stop thinking about my gown and ended up choosing the third dress I tried on. As a pl...
us-size bride you assume the worst when you are getting ready to shop for your gown. Walking into The Curvy Bride was a breath of fresh air knowing they had dresses that would fit my body and more than a few styles to choose from. With a large selection also came and incredible staff. Fom the first day I stepped in the shop I felt like family, big congratulations, genuine opinions, and no beating around the bush with pricing. On the day of pick they not helped me carry and maneuver my dress in my car but gave me big hug which calmed my stressed out nerves! My alterations were perfect including an addition of a belt to my gown. I would recommend this shop to any plus-size bride looking to enjoy the experience!
Reviewed On 8/19/2017 by Marisa V
Absolutely perfect experience. Beautiful selection of dresses. The store is lovely and wonderfully welcoming to brides and their support while trying on dresses. The customer service was fantastic - I was dreading shopping for a dress but I ...
found exactly what I wanted at great pricepprpricinganloved the experience
Reviewed On 8/11/2017 by Alexandra C
I cannot say enough good things about this wonderful bridal salon! my family and I made the trip down all the way from Orange county, NY...and it was so worth the trip! My consultant was Paige, and she was amazing. Knew exactly what I wanted an...
d the perfect dresses to pull based on what I told her and showed her. I went in expecting to hate how I looked in everything (being Fuller figured, dress shopping was making be stressed out). But holy moly....from the start, every dress was gorgeous! I had never felt so beautiful...and I wound up saying yes to the 2nd one I tried on. And with some accessories and alterations, it will be uniquely mine! Thank you Thank you to everyone at this salon for making this day so special for us!!
Reviewed On 6/26/2017 by Raven R
I was so nervous and full of anxiety over wedding dress shopping. I wanted to be able to try on samples that actually fit and have it be somewhere with an extensive collection. So happy I found that place! My experience at The Curvy Bride was t...
ruly incredible from start to finish. The moment I walked in the door, the owner, Michelle, was so sweet and genuine. She listened to me so well and really understood the look I was going for. Every single dress I tried on was beautiful and became my new favorite until I finally found the one. I really could not have asked for a better experience. Michelle really made me feel special and pretty, exactly what every bride-to-be wants to feel. I would come back any day and am definitely going to spread the word to everyone I know. I can't explain how thankful I am for this stress-free, wonderful experience. Thank you a million times, Michelle.
Reviewed On 5/29/2017 by Danielle S
Paige went above and beyond to help me during my dress hunt. She was very accommodating and lovely to me and my family. Once I bought the dress, the entire staff was very lovely and helpful during all of the fittings. Lydia, the seamstress, was...
amazing and accommodating as well. I loved my experience and the dress was exhilarating.
Reviewed On 5/28/2017 by Cara D
My experience at The Curvy Bride was great. The dresses are stunning and different from anywhere else I had looked. At my appointment, the consultant was so sweet and helpful and did not pressure me at all. She helped me find the most beautiful...
and amazing dress I could ever hope for. And Michelle, the owner, is super sweet and helpful. The seamstress there, Lydia is awesome too!! My experience at this Bridal shop was so wonderful compared to so many others I visited over last year. Best of all, if you aren't a size 2, you will be able to try on a dress right off the rack! I hope the brides-to-be reading this take my advice and visit The Curvy Bride because I'm really picky and it was fabulous!!
Reviewed On 5/23/2017 by Stefanie V
I cannot say enough how much I loved my experience and the staff at the curvy bride. They are kind, flexible, and extremely knowledgeable, and they carry a really nice variety of dresses with a variety of prices. My dress was beautiful and a re...
asonable price. The seamstress they work with is also fantastic and did an amazing job on my alterations. She added sleeves to my strapless gown and I got so many compliments on them - it truly looked like they were part of the original dress! I would recommend them to anyone looking for a wedding dress.
Reviewed On 4/27/2017 by Nicole A
I visited the curvy bride this week in search of my gown after an awful experience at my local Davids bridal. Paige helped me in finding my dream dress, making me finally feel like the beautiful bride I hoped to be. She was so patient and kind,...
endlessly helpful and honest. She helped highlight the best qualities in every dress until I found the one. The owner Michele also stopped in towards the end of my appointment. She was also very sweet and made me feel so beautiful in my dress. The girls topped it off with the perfect veil and shawl. We ended the appointment with some champagne. Couldn't be any happier. So thankful for this shop and these two girls.
Reviewed On 4/12/2017 by Colleen D
I bought my dress at The Curvy Bride just this past weekend and it was a WONDERFUL experience! Being a super plus size bride I did my research and booked my first bridal appointment with The Curvy Bride and I am not looking back. It was an hour...
drive for me but so worth it. I had corresponded back and forth with the owner Michelle a few times through Facebook Messenger and she was very quick to respond and always helpful when I reached out with a question. I had asked if if they had a certain dress in stock and while they were waiting for it to come in at the time she took the time to reach back out to me and let me know when they had gotten it in which I really appreciated. When I got there with my mom, sister and close family friend we were welcomed warmly by Marie who was my consultant, she was getting the dress I had inquired about ready for me as we walked in. Michelle came out to greet us and gave me a big hug, it was nice. Marie was great to work with and super helpful. She put me right at ease. She told me I was her last appointment of the day and not to worry about how long I took. My ladies I brought with me had plenty of room and seats to be comfortable and I had a whole section to myself with a pedestal to model each dress in. I tried on my dream gown first and loved it but tried on a few others.... one was a contender so we put on a veil and everything but I still wasn't sure so I got back into the first dress and decided that was definitely the one. Marie brought us out some delicious peach moscato to celebrate, she took pictures for us and even after we took measurements and put down the deposit Michelle and Marie were still so nice taking more pictures for us and allowing us seconds of champagne. I can't wait to go back and see these wonderful ladies when my dress comes in. I was anxious about dress shopping but I could not have had a more perfect experience. Michelle and her staff are so kind, welcoming and helpful. It was totally stress free!
Reviewed On 3/19/2017 by Christine N
My experience here was really great! If you are plus size you know finding clothes in general can be a demoralizing experience. The selection was great and I was able to try on a variety of dresses. There was no pressure of any kind to comm...
it and she really read my style and pulled some great dresses. She really helped when I was struggling to see how a dress would look and reclipped to better show dress potential. When I found the dress and we went back to take measurements she was very gentle when broaching showing me the size chart. I did not need this but I can see how her approach would be good for someone who the number on the label is really important. I am not a "woohoo" bride, I am more practical. My sister noted she immediately understood we were not the giddy type and was very low key with us. If we had been more giddy she would have reacted as appropriately. We were offered champagne when we found the dress but it was a little early. Overall this was such a great experience. I would recommend to other brides. Looking around online I probably could have gotten the dress for less, but the experience was worth it. A lot of places that say they carry plus size only have a few you can actually try on. I love supporting an independent woman owned business with such a body positive attitude.
Reviewed On 2/26/2017 by Jen W
Great salon with very helpful consultants. Everyone was so kind and knew a lot about the dresses they had in stock. This salon is a God-send for plus size brides and really made my bridal experience.
Reviewed On 1/20/2017 by Bayyana H
I was impressed with this charming and well appointed store that had a great selection of plus size gowns. Paige was exceptional and was patient in helping to find the dress. I ended up going with a dress that was not at this salon, however, I ...
would recommend this store to any plus size brides who might be nervous about trying on bridal gowns. The Curvy Bride makes you feel beautiful and confident the moment you walk in.
Reviewed On 11/08/2016 by Nicole T
I had the best experience at The Curvy Bride! The owner, seamstress, and staff are so nice, friendly and accommodating. My dress fit like a glove, and I love it!! I highly recommend this bridal salon!!
Reviewed On 10/18/2016 by Kristy W
When I first got engaged, I was so scared to go dress shopping. I had heard all these nightmare stories about not being able to fit into dresses, and snotty sales people looking down on me because I was not a size 2. But thanks to a google sea...
rch, I found the Curvy Bride. And I could not have been happier. They are amazing. From the minute you walk in, you feel comfortable. They have such a great selection of dresses and the best part is YOU CAN TRY ALL OF THEM ON. They turned my fear into a dream. I loved going to visit them and told them if they ever decide to branch out to call me! Ladies if you are looking for a no stress, amazing dress shopping experience then look no further then the Curvy Bride.
Reviewed On 8/12/2016 by Domenica P
From the first minute that I walked into the Curvy Bride and met Michelle and Paige I knew I had found the right place to purchase the most important dress of my life! Being plus size can sometimes lead you to feeling that you need to comprise ...
in regular clothes let alone the wedding dress. This was NOT the case at the Curvy Bride! The selection of gowns was amazing! The quality and gorgeous array was incredible! The best part was that you could try them on and know whether it was the right one and not just GUESS! The Curvy Bride is a hidden gem. Not only did they have the best selection and quality but the people are truly what stole my heart! Michelle and Paige worked with me from the veil to the dress to the headpiece! They have amazing taste and are not SALESPEOPLE! The feel like family that truly care about making you LOOK and FEEL the very best you can on such an important day. Once my dress arrived Michelle and Lydia worked with me to create a special design to my existing dress and it came out even better than the photo we had worked with. The week of the wedding they went ABOVE and BEYOND to make sure everything WAS PERFECT! I could never have asked for such an wonderful group of people to have shared in the joy of choosing a wedding gown. I will always consider them FAMILY and treasure my experience with them. Being a WEDDING PROFESSIONAL myself I realize the value of quality work and dedication. If you plus size and thinking about buying from THE CURVY BRIDE rest assured you have found THE ONE! Amazing Quality! Amazing People! LOVE THEM!!!!
Reviewed On 7/28/2016 by Julie O
I just said YES to a dress at this place and what an amazing experience I had :) I cannot thank Maria enough and the owners for opening this shop... I was once a 26 and got myself down to an 18/20 over the past 3 years however when I got engage...
d the dress was the cause of the most anxiety bc I was so afraid that I was going to have to order something that I couldn't try on .... well thanks to The Curvy Bride all those fears melted away as I tried on sample after sample that fit and some were even too big, I picked a beautiful Maggie Sottero gown and I could not be happier. I truly felt like the dresses were right up there with the ones you see on TV and it made me feel like a real bride to be. I highly recommend this shop if you are a plus size and want to be treated like a model size 2 .... 5 Stars!!!!
Reviewed On 6/30/2016 by Kara S
I am so thankful that I came here in my hunt to find a dress. Michelle and Paige are just amazing people! This is one out of many places where I was not rushed, I was treated with respect and as a valued customer. I actually felt like I was pl...
aying dress up more than being forced to make a decision like I experienced elsewhere. They were extremely responsive when making and confirming appointments. I was able to try on as many dresses as I wanted, could try them with the belts and various accessories in store, all to make me get the full picture of what it was to feel like a bride. They both welcomed my family and friends who were there to experience it all with me. From making the appointment(s), the appointment itself and experience of trying and accessorizing, returning and then selecting "the dress" at Curvy Bride with the help of Paige and Michelle, was overall an phenomenal experience and an unforgettable one! I looked and felt amazing on my wedding day, and I have them to thank! Post wedding, they were also a pleasure in helping me with how to clean and preserve my wedding dress. When returning to do preservation, Paige was so genuinely happy to hear about my wedding and all the details. I look forward to sharing pictures with her and Michelle! HIGHLY RECOMMEND visiting Curvy Bride in your search! And a sincere thank you to both Michelle and Paige!
Reviewed On 6/21/2016 by Lauren H
I purchased my Allure bridal gown last night at the curvy bride. I found the dress online and called several boutiques and the curvy bride was the only place who had it! I drove an hour with my sister to visit her salon it was the first dress...
i tried on and i just knew it was the one! I came back a few weeks later with my mom, my sister, my son and a friend to do a "full" appointment and try on several dresses just to be sure i made the right choice. The last dress i tried on was MY dress the original one i fell in love with online and a few weeks before when i came in to try it on! Michelle the owner was absolutely amazing. She was very responsive not pushy at all and really made me feel beautiful! She has so many options all the dresses were gorgeous! She was so accommodating she actually came in with her assistant Maria on a Monday when the salon isn't even normally open just for me because it was the only day my Mom could make it in! I said yes to the dress and Maria poured us all champagne (which was peach and delicious by the way)! I am so so happy with my decision and even more excited that i got to work with such an awesome bridal salon!!!! HIGHLY recommend the curvy bride!!!!!!!!
Reviewed On 6/06/2016 by Kelly B
I'm so glad I found The Curvy Bride! I was dreading dress shopping and it ended up being the least stressful and most fun experience ever thanks to everyone at The Curvy Bride! They have a huge selection of dresses from so many different design...
ers. I found my dream dress and felt like the most beautiful bride in the world all thanks to Michelle and her team!
Reviewed On 4/26/2016 by Valerie C
I started out wedding dress shopping at Kleinfelds, which the staff was great but the dresses cost more then I was comfortable spending. When I went to a more affordable and popular bridal store I was disappointed with not only the service from...
the staff but the quality of their dresses. My sister suggested Curvy Bride located in NJ, and I have to say, I am so happy that she did. I can't say enough good things about this place! The store was very clean and organized, with a varied array of options, and it was intimate so you didn't feel like just another bridal appointment. They listened to what I said and pulled three dresses and the first one I tried on was perfect. They made me feel so special and beautiful. Michelle and Paige helped me on my three visits and were just so sweet, pleasant, and encouraging, and they made great recommendations for both my veil and bolero jacket. The customer service was equal to that of Kleinfelds and the dress I chose was very similar to the one I loved, for almost half the price! Their prices are reasonable and they are very up front about the costs and what to expect, with no hidden fees. I would definitely recommend The Curvy Bride to any women looking for a beautiful wedding dress at a great price.
Reviewed On 3/21/2016 by Elisa U
Paige was a wonderful consultant; she knew exactly what I was looking for from my description! Michelle and her team made the entire wedding dress process a breeze. I can’t thank them enough for helping me find my perfect wedding dress!
Reviewed On 2/24/2016 by Alla G
The salon truly made me feel special. I went to a couple of other places prior to this appointment, and every other place did not have any samples that fit my body. Not only was the staff lovely they made me feel beautiful every step of the w...
ay...also since my wedding was only 4 months away, was able to buy a sample right of the rack that they then customized for me...If you are a bigger girl...this is the only place to go!
Reviewed On 1/30/2016 by Jillian F
I was lucky enough to have gotten a tip from a coworker about The Curvy Bride. It was a great experience to be able to try on dresses and have them either fit me as a sample or have to be clamped onto me...never happens at an average shop. It w...
as the only place I went to, and I absolutely found my dream dress that made me feel like the sparkly disco ball princess I wanted to be. A few years before that, when shopping for a dress for my much smaller sister, it really hit me just how SMALL all of those sample dresses are. Some of them were too tiny even for her, and she is TINY. The relief I felt at finding a shop that actually had samples in my size to try on, staffed by people who wouldn't laugh at or dismiss me because of my larger size was indescribable. I was expecting prom dress shopping 2.0 but left feeling like Cinderella.
Reviewed On 1/25/2016 by Kimberly p
I was very nervous to start the process of looking for my wedding gown. I had read horror stories of plus size girls not having any options to try on, and having to buy a dress based on what it looks like on the hanger. The Curvy Bride was th...
e second store I went to, and I am so happy I did. Paige listened to me about the type of dresses I liked, and she pulled a large selection for me to try on. I had a hard time narrowing it down, because the store had so many that suited my needs. After going back and forth between my two favorites, I chose a Maggie Sottero. I absolutely loved my dress, and got so many compliments. The style I selected had a very low back, but Paige assured me we could order extra lace and get it exactly the way I wanted. I worked with the seamstress Lydia through the store, and she was able to deliver the dress I had dreamed of. It took a quite a bit of fittings, which was only an issue for me, because I live quite a distance from the store, but it was worth it. Every time I went to the store for a fitting, I left feeling like I received wonderful customer service. The owner was so nice. I wound up buying my headband and belt from the Curvy Bride as well. If you are plus size and looking for a dress, do not stress out...just go to The Curvy Bride. They will make you feel like the beautiful bride you are!
Reviewed On 12/30/2015 by Alicia M
Being a curvy woman I was nervous to try on dresses. I went to David's Bridal and they only had one dress I could try on. After leaving disappointed I searched for a place meant for full figured woman and here came the Curvy Bride!! I made my a...
ppointment and traveled the hour and a half drive to the store. A little nervous I was afraid I wasn't going to find anything we started trying on dresses. Not one dress or two dresses I tried on 5. I found the ONE!!! They served us champagne which I thought was so sweet. I also got my dress tailored here by one of the people the provided. My dress was beautiful and I am so happy a place like this exist. Michelle and Paige were great to work with. They are both so sweet and kind. Please go here and skip David's Bridal. You will leave feeling great!!
Reviewed On 10/26/2015 by Vicki F
I got married Friday, October 16th wearing one of your Allure dresses and received a million compliments! I was so nervous as a plus size bride that I wouldn't find a dress that I both loved and looked good in. Curvy Bride immediately calmed m...
y fears and I couldn't be happier. Their staff was very friendly, and worked within the constraints of my budget/timeline. I had no clue what I wanted when I walked in but they helped me figure it out. I have already made sure to tell every plus size bride I meet about your shop and will continue to do so! Tip- most of their dresses range from $1,000 to 3,000 but they often have samples on sale for less.
Reviewed On 10/20/2015 by Allison D
I went to the Curvy Bride over the past weekend. This was my first visit to any bridal store. I had been hunting for an Essence of Australia dress and found it here. When I messaged the boutique through the knot, the owner, Michelle answered me...
back within a few hours and kept in touch and answered my questions up until about 10:30pm! When I arrived I was greeted by the owner Michelle who was incredibly warm and welcoming. She turned me over to Maria who was my consultant for the day. She was so helpful and made me feel so comfortable. I came with one of my bridesmaids and future mother in law. We were there for about an hour and a half and as far as they were concerned we could've stayed much longer. I found and bought my dream dress and cannot thank the women of Curvy Bride enough. Great experience and will recommend this place to everyone!
Reviewed On 7/23/2015 by Justine B
The team at the Curvy Bride could not be more awesome! They are so welcoming and they felt more like family than a store. I can not share enough how much if you need to buy a dress, you NEED TO GO HERE!! Thank you so much to Michelle and her te...
am for a wonderful, amazing experience!
Reviewed On 5/20/2015 by Stephanie R
I ordered by dress from The Curvy Bride about a month and a half ago and I brag about the service I received to any bride I meet. I originally went there because they were the only store that carried the dress that I had in mind. I had tried on...
a bunch of others but I knew I couldn't make a decision until I tried on "the dress". So I went in and received one on one complete attention from the second I walked in. I was able to explain (in overly excessive detail lol) exactly what kind of dress I wanted in addition to the dress I went there for. Soon as I started trying on dresses, I immediately felt comfortable with them. I spent a long time in each dress picking apart details. I fell in love with a dress that my family wasnt in love with. My sales girl reminded me that I hadn't tried on the dress that I went there for. Soon as I put it on, I knew that it was the one. We had fun accessorizing it and spent about 45 minutes in my dress lol.. Ordering was easy and fun. I even called and spoke with Michele the owner the next day to change the size I had ordered. I felt comfortable, important, and like I was the only bride they cared about at that very minute. I got so much attention and was able to really connect with the girls there. I am so happy I found this place and that I was able to order my dress with them. I can't wait until my dress is in so I can go back! I highly recommend them. Even if you are not "plus sized", I suggest going there to try on and possibly find your dress, because its a great experience there. Thank you Michele and staff, I am so happy to work with you!
Reviewed On 5/20/2015 by Tina J
Words cannot express how grateful I am for The Curvy Bride! I had gone to many bridal boutiques in my town and they would only have one or two dresses (if I was lucky to try on) after months of disapotment, I was done looking for my wedding gow...
n. One night I decided to google search plus size wedding gowns and the first website to pop up was The Curvy Bride, I clicked into the page and I was in heaven. I read how they became a business and I was in tears because I was able to relate to Michelle in so many ways. Right away I made an appotinment and I was super excited for once to go dress shopping! When I walked in, I never felt more comfortable, I was able to try on every dress in the boutique. I am a very organized bride and since The Curvy Bride post every dress on there Facebook page, I already knew which ones I wanted. Michelle was so impressed that her and her team quickly grabbed the dresses and we had a runway show. Thank you Michelle for making me feel so beautiful and special. The personal attention you give every bride is amazing, my sister had purchased her dress there as well. We thank you for making are dreams a reality!
Reviewed On 4/09/2015 by Laurina S
I did not actually purchase my wedding dress from The Curvy Bride, however my experience working with Michelle and Paige was so wonderful I need to share it. I walked into The Curvy Bride within days of its opening in August 2013, after hav...
ing visited a number of bridal salons with no luck. Being a size 16, the biggest issue I’d found was not being able to truly see what dresses looked like on me because the sample sizes were too small. The personal attention my mother and I received was incredible, and Michelle and Paige connected so well with us – it was truly an honour to be there to watch such a beautiful little business start out, with such beautiful intentions at its heart. The only drawback at the time was that since The Curvy Bride had only just opened, their dress collection was still growing, and I just didn’t find ‘the one’ – although I came very close. However, I follow them on Facebook and know that the collection has grown exponentially over the last two years – if I had it to do all over again, I’d make a beeline for The Curvy Bride and buy without hesitation! Thank you Michelle and Paige for giving me confidence and making me feel beautiful… I still sing your praises and recommend you every chance I get!
Reviewed On 4/07/2015 by Jen
I can't say enough good things about working with Michelle and Paige. I'm beyond 100% satisfied with my experience!
Reviewed On 1/20/2015 by Erica P
Prior to visiting The Curvy Bride, I had no idea what to expect when wedding dress shopping. I had googled/pinterest/researched "plus sized wedding dresses" until my vision blurred. All I knew for certain, was the last thing I wanted was to end...
up at a bridal boutique where they tried to stuff my size 18 body into a size 10 dress and then expect me to feel pretty enough to fork over a large sum of money. Finding The Curvy Bride was godsend. I showed up to my appointment with my mother, MOH, fiance's sister and a bottle of prosecco. I picked 3 random dresses out to get a feel for what I wanted (it's a bit overwhelming at first, surrounded by all that puffy fabric and lace) You have a little private dressing room adjacent to the waiting room that is private to you and whom ever you bring. The lady who helped me (I think her name was Paige) was the most helpful, adorable associate. She was patient and kind with both me and my entourage. She listened when I told her what I was looking for (no strapless dresses and nothing poofy!) but when the first 2 dresses I tried on were less than fantastic....she suggested a strapless dress with zero poof. Cue the waterworks. I tried on a few more just for fun,and even found a fantastic second choice. After I had my wonderful cliche "yes to the dress" moment, Paige (I hope her name was Paige?!?) brought us out champagne and we celebrated. She let me stay in the dress for as long as I wanted, even taking a few pictures for us. Best experience ever.
Reviewed On 1/13/2015 by Dana C
Let me just say, this place is amazing. I was dreading going to look for a wedding dress. I came across this place online and made an appointment immediately. I am so glad I did. It is such a nice boutique, and it made trying on dresses fun...
and stress free. Dawn & Michelle were amazing, so personable and caring, I really felt taken care of. Their selection was incredible and I had no trouble finding the gown of my dreams. The wedding was amazing and the dress was perfect. I can’t believe it’s taken this long for someone to hone in on this market, but I’m so glad Michelle did. Thanks so much Curvy Bride I am truly grateful for the wonderful experience.
Reviewed On 12/10/2014 by Amanda K
I went to the curvy bride back in August to try on dresses. It was only myself, my mother and my maid of honor in the store, and the ladies were so nice and accommodating to our last minute appointment we made. The store is small, but has so ma...
ny different styles, shapes and variety to try on a little bit of everything. I bought the second dress I tried on, and there was never any pressure to pick a dress that day, I just knew it was the one! I can't wait to pick up my dress this winter for my May wedding and show it off to everyone!
Reviewed On 12/07/2014 by Susie B
I can't say enough good things about this place! I started out wedding dress shopping at a regular shop and had the worst experience. I happened to see an email about The Curvy Bride on my phone while I was driving back and decided to stop in. ...
I came in right before closing on a Sunday, and everyone was so nice and encouraged me to stay even though it was late. They listened to what I said and pulled three dresses and the first one I tried on was perfect. They made me feel so special and beautiful. I just picked up the dress on Saturday and was shocked how great the dress looked. It made me so much more excited and confident for my upcoming wedding. Michelle, Paige, and one other woman (I can't remember her name :/) helped me on my two visits and were just so sweet, pleasant, encouraging, and KNOWLEDGEABLE!! If you have curves, check this place out- you will not disappointed. We deserve to feel sexy and beautiful when we're shopping for wedding dreses just like everyone else!!
Reviewed On 11/17/2014 by Adrienne R
Michelle and Paige treat each bride as family. Michelle took the time to get to know my style and what I was looking for in a dress. Worked with my rush needs and made my day special. As a plus size bride the ability to be able to try on dres...
ses in my size range enabled me to better imagine how I would look on my wedding day.
Reviewed On 10/30/2014 by Elizabeth P
The team at Curvy Bride were amazing!! I bought my dress with them, and it looked absolutely GORGEOUS! I got non-stop compliments (and still do, from my photos!) I went to 2 big-name stores in NYC before I found out about Curvy Bride, and encou...
ntered horrid customer service, nasty sales people trying to rush me through the process and sign for the highest price tag -- but the girls at CB gave me the ultimate bridal experience that you dream about when you're a little girl. The shop is super cute, and they gave me a nice long appointment, didn't rush me, poured me champagne, and cheered me on as I tried on different gowns. It was so relaxing, like shopping with my girlfriends - and they made me feel like a darn princess! The owner and my mom and I seriously shared tears when I found the right dress - it was totally magical and I had my "Yes to the Dress Moment." It was the fun, pampered bridal shopping experience that I had really wanted, but wasn't able to find elsewhere. They helped me with accessories, veil, etc. - but never pushed or made me feel pressured to buy -- but ultimately I DID buy, and honestly could not have found a more perfect dress. And, to boot, they do have a great selection of modern designers - Maggie Sottero, La Sposa, etc. in a VARIETY of sizes - and they carry samples from exclusively plus-size lines, but they ALSO carry plus size samples of 'standard' size gowns -- unlike most other stores, so you can try on a Provonias dress in your actual size -- instead of trying to squeeze into an itty bitty sample and trying to imagine what it will fit like. So, you can find a dress here even if you're not 'plus-size' (because all us brides know, bridal sizes run uber small). If you are curvy, busty, or a double-digit size in any way - you have to go here. They have conservative dresses, sexier options, and they carry all of the different styles and trends -- ballgowns, mermaid, lace, satin, tulle, ruched, corset, strapless, cap-sleeves, you name it! I just can't say enough about the women at CB - they're seriously angels. In an industry where women are basically told to change their bodies to fit the dress, Curvy Bride offers women the RIGHT dresses to fit a woman's body, and they actually have it in-store for you to try on. I hope they are tremendously successful and urge anyone out there looking for a truly bridal experience to check them out! Thanks Curvy Bride!!! :)
Reviewed On 10/22/2014 by Michelle S
I went to three different bridal shops before going to The Curvy Bride. In each of the shops I was able to try on 3 - 4 dresses. I found one that I liked, but was settling on the fact that it didn't have too much detail on the bottom. I saw ...
other dresses I liked more but refused to purchase a dress before trying it on. At The Curvy Bride I was able to try on all of the dresses in the store. I found multiple dresses I loved and ended up getting the dress of my dreams. :) Michelle and her staff were wonderful. They were supportive and caring as well. We went back to purchase my mother's Mother of the Bride dress as well. What a wonderful store. I highly reccommend it to any bride.
Reviewed On 10/22/2014 by Katie M
As soon as I got engaged last year, I started dreading shopping for wedding dresses. I am a Size 14 and sample dresses from other bridal shops usually only come in Sizes 6-8 tops. I had been in a wedding three years prior and I could not even...
try on the bridesmaid dress I was going to wear because the sample size came in a Size 6. I had anxiety about dress shopping and didn't know how I could pick my wedding dress by just holding it up next to me. Then...about 3 weeks after I was engaged, the Asbury Park Press published an article about The Curvy Bride's opening! I instantly felt relieved! I called and scheduled an appointment right away. Michelle and her staff were amazing and had drinks and snacks for us. And once I chose my dress...Champagne to celebrate! I picked an Allure dress and trying on the dresses made me considered a new style I had not considered before! They also have a great variety, good prices and really know what they are doing. They instantly made me feel comfortable and not ashamed of my size at all! My dress only took 2 months to arrive and picking it up was so much fun! I took my time and tried it on completely before taking it home. It was perfect! Michelle and her staff feel like family and I can't wait to show them our wedding pictures! I highly recommend this bridal shop for any bride, bridal party or even mothers of the bride/groom who would like to try on dresses in their own size. It really makes a difference to see yourself in a dress than to just hold it up next to you! Michelle, you have done a fantastic job opening this boutique and I thank you for making me feel so comfortable in my own skin!
Reviewed On 9/02/2014 by Allison S
My experience from start to finish was absolutely flawless! After going to about 9-10 other bridal shops, I was disappointed each time with the service, dress selection, and quality. I finally found The Curvy Bride and decided to give it a shot...
! It was a cool day in March and my Mom and I finally made the trip. I was greeted by Paige with a big smile and we sat down and started to talk about exactly what I envisioned looking like on my special day. Prior to that, I was emailing Michelle with some gown ideas I had and she was extremely helpful and accommodating. It was such a relief finding couture gowns in my size and actually being able to fit in them and try them on! Mind you I'm a 14-16ish in street clothes 20-22 bridal fashion. I picked out 4 gowns and cried when I tried on the third. It was the "One" I said "yes" to the dress had my emotional bride moment with my Mom. Paige gave us Champagne and I pranced around the store in my dream dress for about and hour! I went over my budget my Mother gave me but it was well worth it! Paige also said to me even if I didn't loose the few extra pounds I wanted to loose before my big day, she reminded me how beautiful I will look no matter was size I am! unlike at some of the other salons... As I returned six months later to pick my Gown up Michelle was my Consultant and she also was an absolute pleasure to work with. She made me feel like I was a Princess Ohh- ing and ahh-ing me as stepped out of the dressing room. She helped me find the perfect cathedral veil as well. Thank you, thank you The Curvy Bride!!!!!
Reviewed On 8/20/2014 by Elsa P
When I set out to buy my wedding gown, I was nervous. I am a second time bride, and I am older and much "curvier" than I was the first time around. But this time around, I found the real thing and we wanted a dream wedding to match our dream ...
romance. But I'd be lying if I said I was not scared to death at the prospect of trying on wedding gowns. I am a street size 18/20 and I have heard horror stories from other plus-size brides. Determined not to have the same experience, I turned to the internet. I found The Curvy Bride on Facebook and send a message expressing my concerns. Michelle, the store's owner, responded that very night. She reassured me, "Come on in and leave your worries behind, this is a happy place!" I was going to give it a shot! So I packed my daughter, my sister, my niece and my best friend into a car and headed out on a cold February day. We arrived at the small, but lovely store and were greeted warmly by Michelle. I was very impressed with the shop, comfortable, private, you would think it was an upscale store with gowns starting at over $2,500, but on the contrary, almost all gowns here were under $2,000. I was getting married in just 6 months, so I would be a rush order to boot. I think I tried every gown that could be ordered on a rush on, and to my shock, I liked several. I got to try them, walk out to the ooh's and ahh's of my family. It was more than I had hoped for. But I was undecided. When Michelle said they are a no-pressure store, she meant it. She said "go home and think on it." How easy it would have been to turn up the pressure to buy with my limited time frame, but she did not. In the week after visiting Curvy Bride I visited two more shops ... one major retailer (nice dresses, but not great quality, the experience was like that of being in a sub-par department store) and another small shop with a limited plus-size section. It was at the later store that I found MY gown. You know when it is the one! While I loved the dress, I did not love the store or my experience there. So I called Michelle the next morning. She did have the dress I wanted in stock, but had not shown it to me because she did not think we'd be guaranteed delivery in time for my wedding. But she said she'd call. The same morning she called back, and very honestly said it could be ordered, but it would only be in about 4 weeks before my wedding date, cutting it very tight for alterations. I said, "Let's do it." I went back to try it again, just to be sure. I brought my fiance along and he was treated just as well as the ladies were. All he wanted to know is "are you sure" and by my giddiness, he knew I was! When I returned to pick up my dress (which came in a little early!) I was still not sure about a veil and headpiece. Michelle and Paige found the perfect accessories for me, and offered me an excellent price because I was buying off the rack. It was such a lovely experience I was sort of sad when it was my last time visiting the store. I told Michelle, if I need a special occasion dress, I'm going back! The selection is wonderful. The prices are reasonable. The customer service is bar none. Do yourself a favor, go to The Curvy Bride!
Reviewed On 8/08/2014 by Demaris L
I've always had trouble purchasing clothes because I'm 5'10" and have fluctuated between a 12-18. I chose two look at the Curvy Bride and another bridal salon. EXPERIENCE AT ANOTHER SALON: I visited the other store first, but they only h...
ad 3 dresses in the style I liked that also came in my size. Ripping a sample size dress while trying to put it on is never a good feeling which I learned very quickly with my first experience.. I thought I found what I was looking for but kept my appointment at the Curvy Bride just in case and I am SO glad that I did! THE CURVY BRIDE: I came to the store with my mom, two sisters and grandmother. Paige was my consultant and she was super easy to work with. We started with three dresses because I was slightly overwhelmed and extremely indecisive. When I finally narrowed it down to two dresses, Paige had me try on the first one again which ended up being my dress. I absolutely love it! The appointment was private, there was only one other bride in the store at the same time and we were in two completely separate rooms so I never saw her. Michelle was also super sweet and I am so glad she opened this store. I can't stop raving about how great the Curvy Bride is. I even called a few days later about changing the color of my dress and Paige was able to to do it for me. Ladies, if your'e worried about sample sizes over size 14 and have anxiety about trying on dresses in general or in front of people, don't miss this great opportunity!

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Hi Everyone!! My name is Michelle and I am the proud owner of The Curvy Bride. I myself was a curvy Bride when I got married in 2012 and realized quickly went dress shopping that most stores do not carry much of a selection in wedding gown samples to try on over a size 16. It was very disheartening for me to go from store to store and only be able to try on a dress or two. And then was born The Curvy Bride, where everybody can try on dresses without having to be a skinny minnie! I am so proud of this business and will make sure that I do everything in my power to make every customer happy!

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