I feel like the dress can be one of the most conflicting things of a wedding -- at least it was for me. I wanted the beautiful dress, just like all brides, but the thought of spending thousands for a dress I would wear for one day felt so strange too. I wanted the perfect dress, but without the weight on my conscience that I was not only spending a lot but being unsustainable or wasteful. Needless to say, I was thrilled when I found Bride for a Cause, a shop that aligned with my ideals and also felt far more wallet-friendly. The shop is bright and welcoming, the appointments laid-back (and a little DIY), and the staff very friendly and helpful. Most importantly, though, Brides for a Cause is a perfect trifecta of affordable, sustainable, and charitable -- which made this bride feel great. They collect donations of used or sample dresses, sell them at a deep discount, and then pass along the proceeds to a myriad of inspiring causes supporting women. I'll be honest, knowing that they would be limited to what was donated, I really went to say that I tried and with low hopes that they would be able to make my dress dreams come true. I was prepared to go back to a traditional shop. Instead, I walked out not only with my perfect dress, but with the knowledge that I was being sustainable and supporting great causes. And the $600 price tag did not hurt. I think my dress had not been worn previously, so it needed a bustle and other alterations, which turned out to be more complicated than expected. Still, even with all that, I ended up spending around $900 total on my dress -- well under just the starting price of a similar gown bought at a traditional shop. On top of that, the DIY nature of the shop (where you pick your own dresses off the rack versus having an attendant bring them to you), turned out to be a lot of fun for my sister, niece, and me! One piece of advice: I went to a traditional shop first to have an array of try-ons and hone in on my style preferences (with the expectation that I'd return if I didn't find a dress at Brides for a Cause). I'd highly recommend that to anyone, because it was great to have a professional help pinpoint things from the inspiration photos I'd brought, and then we were able to take notes on what we liked and didn't from the dresses I tried -- making it lot easier to go into Brides for a Cause and find something. read more

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Service and employees are GREAT! They were very attentive and generous on the time limit since we needed a few extra minutes. You can book a reservation online which is very simple and required. I did find that the dresses were really expensive even as a budget friendly shop and I would not recommend this place for brides on a very small budget. Also if you aren't within the average dress size, the quantity of available dresses could be very minimal as these are donated dresses and the turnover is pretty frequent. We visited over the summer and it was a little warmer than I expected inside. Also a bit of a tight space when everyone brings family or supporters so just be aware (only 3 guests allowed). I would recommend them for other LGBTQ+ brides which was very important for us to feel safe and welcome :) read more

I am so glad I found this shop! The staff were friendly and very helpful, the shop was well organized and clean, and I love how my purchase is going to charity! Every bride should come here! read more

WHY WE WENT HERE: - bridal gown shopping solo THE LOOK (FROM THE OUTSIDE): - located on 21st Street in between Kayak Alley and K St - there is a parking lot on the corner of Kayak Alley and 21st Street wherein you have to scan the QR code posted to pay for your parking - when you walk to the storefront you see all the bridal gowns in the window and "Brides for a Cause" is clearly indicated THE LOOK (FROM THE INSIDE): - racks of the gowns are organized by size; what you see is what's available - interestingly enough I saw there were also bridesmaids gowns, shoes, accessories, etc. available as well - the fitting rooms and "go back rack" are in the back CUSTOMER SERVICE: - I made my appointment online and received confirmation as well as reminder emails, texts, and calls regarding my appointment - upon walking in, you are greeted at check-in and then the rules are explained to you: pick 5 dresses to try on at a time within 60 minutes and that's what your appointment is allotted OVERALL: - what they stand for is noble, and this is a great option for introverts, etc. but this was just not the type of bridal gown shopping experience that was up my alley read more

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What a wonderful place! I was able to get my wedding dress here for such an affordable price, and knowing that the profits go to a good cause is just the cherry on top. The staff said there are about 70 dresses in their store at a time, but they are constantly getting new selection weekly! I came here twice, the first time I wasn't able to find anything that I liked in my size but during the December end of year sale I was able to find the perfect dress with a great discount! There isn't a parking lot associated to the store, so you do need to pay for street parking and plan ahead. I believe they only allow three other guests in addition to you to be present during the one hour appointment. Although the consultants are not there to provide one to one support they were still very helpful and answered any questions that I had. I would highly recommend any bride that is trying to find an affordable wedding dress to check out this location. read more

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I had such a nice experience here. The instructions are pretty clear. You can choose 5 dresses at a time and have 60 minutes. They have different types of dresses organized by size. I found a few that were all types of styles. They have fitting rooms and chairs. You can bring up to 3 people with you. I went through maybe 8-9 dresses and then found the dress I loved! Their styles go from 50-90% off. They gave me good suggestions for alterations if needed. The staff were very nice and the selection of the dresses was great! I highly recommend. I had such a cool experience here and loved the process. It was something more relaxed than a formal bridal dress experience and that's what I wanted. Highly recommend! The dress price was reasonable too. They have a range of prices from $150 to higher end prices as well. read more

Brides for a Cause is a worthy boutique that's clean, well-organized and filled with positivity. My experience with this beautiful place left my heart warm. I suggest that any bride - or donor - get in and check out all they have to offer. read more

Great service, had the store to myself. Good price and lots of options for different sizes. read more

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We had an appointment earlier today which we attended and arrived early to. Before arriving we called to confirm and immediately had to deal with one of the employees being rude over the phone. Regardless of the rudeness, we decided to go in anyways. We get there, the same lady who was rude to us over the phone greeted us, she didn't seem happy to be there. We had to wait for the next party who was late, when they arrived she didn't wait for us to grab out bags at all, and when we took a few seconds to walk back up to her, she literally yelled "HELLO we're all going back here." I kindly replied "yes I know, we can not leave our purses out and about." She said "okay that's great but we're going back here." My bride tried one dress on, I can see she was super upset and wanted to leave. So we did just that, we left, before leaving a kind employee with auburn red hair asked if we were okay and if we needed anything, I told her the service from her coworker was very poor, she very rude, the whole experience left a bad taste in our mouths, I appreciate her for being kind, but unfortunately we're taking our business elsewhere. I understand brides for a cause is a charity business, but if you have people like the lady we dealt with today up in the front being rude over the phone and in person to potential customers, you're not going to get business, and it looks so bad on the business itself. I Will NOT be recommending this business/location to anyone in the near future. Very appalling behavior and service. read more

I said Yes to the dress! This was the first wedding dress store I went to. Note that they do require that you make a reservation in advance. You get an hour to shop and try on dresses and they allow up to three guest to accompany you. The store had such a great arrangement of sizes and styles. I tried on about 8 dresses but ended up falling in love with the first dress that I tried on! The prices vary but the dresses I saw were from $150 to $600. They also sell jewelry, belts, shoes, and veil as well. Shoutout to Abigail and Jessie and all the girls working there - they were so supportive, helpful and just made the overall dress buying experience so smooth. They helped clipped in my dress, suggested veils for me to try on. In terms of parking, there's street parking available next to the store. The prices are very reasonable, and I love that the proceed goes to charity! I cannot say enough good things about this bridal store! read more

Love this place!!! Came here two different times once for a friend who found a very lovely dress, and this second time for my Sister they had a very lovely selection, but my sister was not able to find what she was looking for. The price range of the dresses are anywhere between 400 and 10 thousand dollars, the dresses are donated and they help brides find dresses they can afford, but I would say it's still a little pricey. All and all i would say try them out, you also need to call ahead and book an appointment for your party. The ladies at the counter both times were helpful and friendly. read more

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AMAZING!! I'm from California but live in Kentucky now. I flew back to California to get my dress from here. They had so many great dresses and the prices were perfect. I really love what they do for the women charities. The ladies there were helpful and not pushy like most bridal shops. I went in with an idea of what I wanted and came out with a totally different look. I absolutely love! Also I found a super cute headband to wear since I don't want a vail. Definitely buy your dress from here, you won't regret it! read more

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Love the concept of providing wedding dresses for charity. My cousin is getting married and I heard of this place through her. We arrive without an appointment and luckily they aren't busy at all so the attendant let us in to shop around. She was pleasant and informative and left us alone to look through the racks and answered the few questions we had. She is not an assistant and will not help you look or dress so bring a friend to help your fittings. This place offers a vast selection of used wedding gowns that were donated, meaning they got these gowns for free. We were hoping the pricing would reflect "Charity Wedding Dresses for a Cause" but none of the dresses were cheap and some had damage: holes in tulle, ripped lace trims or buttons. Be aware of this issue. We did find the perfect mermaid gown but it was $550. Charging this amount isn't reasonable for a gown that is supposed to be for charity. Other than the damage and price of the dresses we seen, this place is cute and perfect for that "wedding dress shopping vibe". I think it's worth coming in as they get new inventory weekly. Check them out out and support the cause. read more

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I had an absolute amazing experience at Brides for a Cause. I drove down from the Bay Area. I made an appointment online and the process and reminders were a breeze. I arrived early with my party for my Saturday appointment. The beautiful ladies there gave amazing tips for picking out a dress. They have such a nice variety of dresses to pick from. I'm extremely happy I came here and found my dream dress. I can't wait to wear it! I would highly recommend making an appointment online and be optimistic to trying on different dresses for your special day!! read more

Went to this place to check it out without an appointment. Did not get a dress here. Dresses were nice and yes, from display or donated BUT gorgeous! There are some styles that had a lot of beading too. It was just too busy for the design for me and prefer a new and simple dress! Service was straight to the point and love the cause! Continue doing what you ladies are doing! read more

I've been struggling for months to find a dress--at every other store I went to, the dresses were simultaneously way above my budget and looked cheap. So I'm SO glad I found Brides for a Cause! I walked in and immediately locked eyes with a dress that I loved, that fit perfectly and was in my price range! In fact, it was a dress that was originally sold for $5,700 on sale for $900! The only catch was that a zipper needed to be fixed in the back (I'm guessing why it was donated in the first place), which is an easy fix and well worth the nearly $5,000 in savings! AND all the proceeds are donated to charity! A great shop with lots of options and beautiful dresses for steep discounts!! read more

Had the best experience here. I came from 5 hours away, i arrived early to my appointment and they were so sweet and let me in early. They had a really good amount of dresses in a variety of styles. Some dresses you could tell needed to be cleaned or had some damage, but most were in great condition and id expect some damage for worn/sample dresses. The staff was very kind and attentive but also gave you space at the appropriate times. Luckily id tried on some dresses before so i knew what size/style looked good on me, but i will say 1 hour goes by so fast when trying to make such a big decision. Dressing rooms were clean and set up well, with a big mirror outside. It was sweet to see other people trying on dresses and everyone was so nice and complimenting each other. The staff noticed the types of dresses i was trying on and suggested a dress on a mannequin that i hadn't even notice and it turned out to be the dress! It was towards the end of my appointment and they were very sweet giving me a little extra time and i didn't feel rushed by them. The prices were phenomenal, i got my dress for 1/3 the original cost and its in perfect condition. Would recommend this shop to anyone on a budget, was well worth the trip over! It felt so good knowing our money was going towards helping women. 10/10!!! read more

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So this bridal dress shopping experience might not be for everyone but this one worked for me. It's pretty hands off unless you want an opinion or help with the dress while trying it on. They allow up to one hour for each appointment and up to three guests. I went solo and it was easier for me to quickly navigate the isles and grab and try on. Their inventory was a lot more of the traditional gowns when I went and less of the smaller or shorter gowns. I originally wanted to look for a short dress but ended up purchasing a beaded long sleeve gown for a steal. The racks are organized by size but wedding dress sizing is small so i looked at all the larger racks. I am a street size 8 and I ended up looking at 10s and buying my dress in a 12. The dresses aren't perfect. Most need some alterations or dry cleaning. Mine had staining on the skirt but the ladies were so kind. They said most of it would come out with a dry clean. They also have samples from bigger designers like Vera Wang but those will run you about $600. The price range i noticed was about $150-$900. They also carry a lot of bridesmaids dresses, veils, and shoes. The location is not hard to get to. I went on a rainy day so parking was right out front with a meter. That cost about $2. read more

While I didn't find the one on my visit this time, I wanted to leave a review. At Brides for a Cause, you book for a changing room for a 1 hour slot with a max of 3 guests. If you are an introvert, it's great because they are hands off and let you and your guests do your thing. They will help bring you the dresses you pick to your changing room, and help clip you when you ask. The workers are so nice and will jump in the minute you need help, or ignore you if that's what you want (which was perfect for me). You can try on 5 at a time, and if you really want to try, you could fit in 15 dresses in 1 hour (I actually got to try 12). The dresses they have are a mix bag of donations from brides and samples. This gives you a huge variety of options, but it also means there's a mix of old and new styles. Some of dresses have been altered, so if you're struggling to get a dress on that is normally your size, check the seams to see if it's been taken in. Some need cleaning/fixing while others are brand new. I really liked this because it gave me the option to try a huge variety of styles that I didn't know if they would look good on me. Size range is very good (0-28 I think was the range?), but if you run very tiny or very large, you did have less options compared to the 6-16 range. For example they only had 2 dresses in a size 0. Do not hesitate on trying a size up because bridal dress sizes make no sense. I am normally a size 0 and was able to fit in some size 4s and some size 2s would be too big. Price range is perfect for those who are struggling with money. I saw dresses from $100-$1000, but you need to hunt to find something you love in your price range and size. If you need more time to think, they can hold 1 dress for 24 hours. Overall, even though I didn't find a dress, I had a great experience and totally recommend this to others. read more

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I drove all the way from Berkeley to Sacramento for this. I originally purchased a gown that doesn't quite fit. I am a total introvert and this experience was way better than a huge bridal shop. I appreciated their prompt response in questions I had regarding the procedure of picking and choosing. I viewed the racks and since I was by myself, some of the crew assisted in adjusting and zipping the dress. I decided to go with a dress that was amazing simple with a splash of sparkle. I do need a little tailoring but it's beautiful. I will post pictures once the wedding happens. Also they happened to have a 20% off and I asked if that dress was also additionally on sale since others seemed to be 50% off. She said she didn't think so, but when she rang it up it was 50% and not 20%. I am super bummed I didn't get the names of the ladies that helped me and I am even more bummed I didn't get a belt for my dress. PS - I will be donating the dress that did not fit in hopes that some bride gets to use it for their happily ever after. read more

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My experience was beyond what I could have expected. I'm a particular person and I found a dress that is out of this world! I went in with no idea of what style or look...and there she was! Sparkly, unique and perfect in every way. The gals were great and supportive. Highly recommend putting this place on your must book for a wedding or special occasion. Happy future Mrs. read more

Brides for a Cause - Bridal Near Me - Sacramento, California

Taylor that works at this location is phenomenal she makes shopping so much fun and she's so helpful with listening and picking out the perfect dresses... I found the one .... thank you thank you so much Taylor for being so wonderful read more

I highly recommend visiting Brides for a Cause, but also recommend you set your expectations accordingly. The gals in the store are very nice, but they don't help you pick out dresses or help you try them on, as you would expect at a more traditional bridal salon. I didn't know this was how they operated when I first arrived at the store and candidly I was a bit shocked. Because the stock is donation based, there may not be a ton of options to search through. That said, the store was definitely worth visiting overall. Not only did I find my dress, but it was way more affordable than I could have hoped for AND I got a second mini-dress for my bachelorette! read more

Brides for a Cause was a great bridal experience. I got to go with my mom, sister and future mother-in-law, and we had an amazing time. We got to pick the dresses ourselves. The salon was clean and organized. The staff are great at putting back rejected selections on the rack so others can try them on in a timely manner. All the dresses were clean, in fairly good condition, and there was a variety of types. I got a dress that looked amazing and for the price was unbeatable. read more

A friend recommended Brides for a Cause Sacramento and I couldn't be happier with my experience. Clothes shopping is sometimes stressful for me, so anticipating wedding dress shopping felt a little overwhelming. I like to do my own thing and time restraints can add to the stress. I needn't have worried. Taylor was simultaneously helpful (bustles can be confusing) and chill, offering the perfect combo of support as well as space for my mom, sister, and I do our own thing as I tried a great variety of dresses. We even went over the time limit being the only ones there, which wasn't an issue at all. The atmosphere was bright, comfortable, and cheerful. The time was fun, exciting, and giddy. And at the end of it all, I'm stoked my purchase not only participates in sustainable practices but supports other groups doing valuable work. read more

I had an amazing experience at brides for a cause they had a great selection of dresses and it was easy to get an appointment and pick the dresses I liked and try them on. I was also able to bring up to five guest and have a space for us to sit while trying on dresses. I found my dream dress the week of my wedding, it was in great condition and the price was affordable and within my budget. I would highly recommend brides to check this place out as well! read more

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Such a lovely experience! The shop was vibrant and not overcrowded at all- even for a Sunday! The selection was much better than I was expecting and I found my dress on the first round of dress try-ons. Staff was very attentive and available for questions without being overbearing. So so happy I went with them instead of another bridal shop read more

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I found my dream dress here for $350! I didn't end up getting it, but I was so excited. The experience was better than a traditional dress shopping experience as someone who gets overwhelmed with being center of attention. It was so fun having my besties pick dresses and help me put them on. When we needed help the stylist came to assist with a stool and the clips. During my appointment there was only one other person on Sunday morning, so it may be more overwhelming with more people since you get a fitting room but there is only one large mirror to really see how it all looks together. read more

I've gone here twice now to look for a dress. It's pretty straightforward to book a time slot to look at dresses. You can go onto their website and select a 30 or 60 minute time slot. Depending on selection for the day a 30 or 60 minute appointment may suffice. The shop is pretty clean, well organized by size, starting with smaller sizes closest to the entrance. If you've never gone wedding dress shopping, I think this might be a good first stop so that you can try on different sizing to see where you might land, as "normal" or "street" sizing is different from wedding dress size. You may end up in a larger size than in your usual dress or clothing size. If memory serves, there's 6 dressing rooms and the area can get quite crowded and loud depending on how many guests other brides being, which can make it hard for your guests to find seating or for you to use their mirrors outside of the rooms. Prices are very reasonable, especially if you consider there are some newer dresses on there with tags on them. When finding your dress, keep an eye out for any tears or stains, since you may end up needing extra care on those dresses, even if you're expecting to alter your dress anyway. Also keep in mind that even though your dress might be cheaper here, wedding dress alterations are generally expensive, which can add up to the final cost of your dress! These are just general pro tips, especially given that I have seen dresses with tears. That is to be expected as these dresses have been donated by other companies/stores and brides, for the cause! Staff were friendly, although if you have been to other wedding stores, don't expect them to help you find your dress. They are very helpful though in giving you general tips for dress shopping! Besides bridal gowns, they do have some guest dresses and bridesmaid dresses. They also have some shoes and accessories. They periodically have sales during the year, so follow their instagram for notifications on those. Reason why I'm giving 4 stars is the selection for size 0-4/6 wedding dresses. They did say that there is generally a smaller selection for petite sizes. Their selection is dependent on donations, and this is just from my perspective. Otherwise, I think is a lovely store and wished they had my size! I totally recommend checking them out! read more

I did not find what I wanted, but for brides with a budget this is a great place to check. There aren't a ton of plus size options, but there were actually more than I expected that I could at the very least purchase and alter to fit me better. I may be in the minority here, but I liked that I didn't have an agent here who grabbed dresses and fitted me into them. I was able to grab the dresses I wanted, try them on with the help of my sister, and then quickly be done. Due to the more limited selection- I would say don't come here EXPECTING to find your dress. Just make the appointment knowing if they happen to have something that works, you'll be paying SIGNIFICANTLY less than you would anywhere else. The dress I considered was $150. read more

They have some very beautiful dresses at fantastic prices but the 1 hr time limit was stressful. I basically didn't leave the dressing room the whole time and had a friend pick dresses for me from the racks. read more

There's a reason this location has 5 stars!! The store was great- I went with my sister and we had 2 appointments and Jessi let us both try on at the same time and broke down the process. You get 5 dresses at a time and then there is a rack for what you don't like right outside the rooms. Jessi came to check on us, ask us about sizes, how things were fitting and were so helpful. Luckily it wasn't a busy day because we got to come back and try on again to make sure. They keep dresses on hold for 24 hours in case you need to sleep on it. You don't feel rushed or pressured and the prices of these dresses were very fair! I found dresses from $100! They also have veils, accessories and bridesmaid dresses to go through! It was great- Jessi, thank you for your help! read more

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Got 2 special occasion dresses here for a great price ($50 long, $20 short). They also give a 24% discount on the 24th of every month. And the best thing is you support some great causes by shopping here! read more

Brides for a Cause - Bridal Near Me - Sacramento, California

Can't say enough good things about this place! They had a great selection, very low pressure, and the staff is super helpful. read more

Brides for a Cause - Bridal Near Me - Sacramento, California

I can't recommend this place enough! I came here to get my dress back in July and was able to qualify for the Brides Across America event. For those that do not know, for first responders, health care workers, or spouse-to-be of an either of those, you will qualify for a free dress of your choice. Yes, free! It's only during the event dates so be sure to look it up. They also have deals every 23rd and at other times.I was able to try on dresses during my slot appointment. It was lucky enough to find my dress during the last 5 minutes. Even if I didn't qualify for the free dress, I 100% recommend coming here. They support really good causes AND have a great selection of dresses with all sizes. They even have wedding guest dresses, bride maid dresses, veils, and accessories. The price of these dresses, you honestly can't beat. I got a sample dress that was originally $3200 and BFAC price was $800. It was in great condition and absolutely flawless. I came back today to look for veils. The staff helped me pick out ones that went with my dress. I brought my shoes and my dress. The staff were so nice and attentive. She even found a veil that I didn't see and brought it to me. I ended up getting the one she found. Prices of the veils vary between $40-$100. Mine was a David bridal veil and it still had the tag on it. Honestly, this place has made my dreams come true while staying within my budget. read more

Brides for a Cause was a great experience. I was unsure of what to expect when I booked the appointment, but I was very impressed with their organization and selections available in my size. I took my mom, sister and friend with me and we had a great time being able to dig through the dresses and try them on. The dressing room area is small and has multiple groups going on at once, but it made for a more communal vibe, and we all talked and tried on dresses together. So fun! The best part though was easily the value. I found a dress that was extremely close to what I was looking for less than $200, which would have easily been 10x that price if I had found it at a boutique. It needs some alterations but that is to be expected, and I feel so much better about the cost that the alterations because I was able to find it for such an affordable price. I highly recommend future brides stop here first when looking for their dress! There is a huge variety of styles and it's a great opportunity to try on a bunch of different styles to see what might work - you may be surprised! read more

What an incredible place and business!! 100/10 recommend this. So beautiful, friendly, comfortable, and clean. So easy to navigate. I found my dream dress here a day before purchasing a very expensive gown that I wasn't even in love with!! I found my dress here at 10th of the cost and I couldn't stop smiling all week The lady who helped me was so incredible, so positive, so respectful. She brought me white heels, accessories, everything to help me feel confident. There is no pushing, no rushing, and it's great to walk away knowing the money you spent will be going to something wonderful not just into a greedy business's pockets. I wish EVERYONE would first check out bride for a cause before going to other boutiques read more

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I got my wedding dress from Brides for a Cause and had the absolute BEST experience! I went by myself and everyone here was so helpful and sweet. I found the perfect dress for an amazing price, all for a good cause! 100% recommend checking out this boutique. Experience, selection, and service 10/10 read more

Brides for a Cause - Bridal Near Me - Sacramento, California

Made a last minute appt for Black Friday and was lucky enough to get a 10am slot. Tbh I was not expecting to find a dress. I just wanted this experience with my daughter while we were on vacation in Cali. As this was my first time ever trying on dresses I was a bit overwhelmed. The staff was nice, very available and hands off (unless you needed them) which I really appreciated. I fell in love with (I mean tears) and ended up buying the 8th dress I tried on along with a veil that my daughter picked out. The total price was unbelievable. I am too excited and cannot wait to wear it officially. read more

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What a wonderful experience at Brides for a Cause. It was a relaxed atmosphere. No pressure to buy. Lots of beautiful dresses!! If you are looking to save on your special day this is the place. Budget friendly with a kind staff. read more