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4.8 (196 reviews)
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Sarah-Lorraine K.

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

Amy T.

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.

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

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Sophia D.

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.

Cassie B.

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!

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Sheree H.

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.

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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!!!

This was on sale at $75 but needs completely new beading at the top and needed to be cleaned.
Jodi T.

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.

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Stephanie D.

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.

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The store employee, Taylor, was kind, helpful, and provided assistance trying on my dresses and picking THE dress!

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Sparkle Bridal Couture

Sparkle Bridal Couture

4.5(377 reviews)
0.9 miEast Sacramento
$$

My wife and I both purchased our wedding dresses at Sparkle and loved our experiences! I had done…read moresome very casual shopping at a couple of other places, and as a plus-size woman some places had very slim pickings for dresses in my size. Before my appointment, I had a video call with Sandra, the owner, to chat about what I was looking for so she could have some dresses already pulled for me to try on when I went in. The dress I purchased was the second one I tried on, but I still had fun trying on all of the other dresses. Sandra clearly has a keen eye for design, and there were dresses to fit pretty much any style in the shop. I loved that each dress is limited production, so I knew my dress would be unique! Sandra made me feel so comfortable and beautiful throughout my whole appointment. When my wife went for her appointment, it was her first experience shopping for a wedding dress and she was very anxious going in. I had already purchased my dress and Sandra made sure my dress was nowhere in the shop so we wouldn't accidentally purchase the same dress! She had a wonderful experience that put her at ease and got to try on several options. She was certain going in that she wasn't going to purchase anything but found her dress that day! She was also able to work with Sparkle to convert a beautiful floral veil into a cape to attach to her dress. I highly recommend Sparkle for any mid- to plus-size brides!

My daughter made an appointment to try on bridal dresses. It was our third appointment of the day…read more We were told if we did not show we would be charged $50. She found a dress at the second place we went to Miosa Bride. I phoned Sparkle at 11A and told them she thought she'd found her dress. I did not want to waste anyone's time by trying on more dresses. The woman who answered said she would talk to her manager about waiving the $50. I did tell her we'd be happy to keep the appointment, but really thought my daughter had found her dream dress. The woman responded again that she would speak w/her manager and would get back to me that day. No phone call from her, the charge went onto my cc immediately! In contrast, when I phoned to cancel her David's Bridal appointment, the woman was thrilled that my daughter found her dress! She thanked me and appreciated my phone call. I think it's pretty tacky and petty to promise one thing with no plans to fulfill that.

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Sparkle Bridal Couture - Join us for our Blooms to Bride Bouquet Workshop!

Join us for our Blooms to Bride Bouquet Workshop!

Sparkle Bridal Couture - SPARKLE bride Tamarah looking fabulous!

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SPARKLE bride Tamarah looking fabulous! Photographer: Malikadanaephotography

Sparkle Bridal Couture - Styled Photoshoot with Adrienneanddani Photography

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Styled Photoshoot with Adrienneanddani Photography

a&bé bridal shop - Sacramento - Elizabeth walking us through the designers, styles, and fabrics, getting an idea of what I liked!

a&bé bridal shop - Sacramento

5.0(440 reviews)
1.2 miDowntown
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I had an appointment with Liz a couple of weeks ago. I was very nervous but excited going into my…read moreappointment. She told me that she specifically picked my reservation for the day, listened in on my prep call, and looked at my Pinterest ahead of time. She told me which designers I had pinned the most and asked incredible questions to understand what I was looking for. She truly got inside my head when I didn't know how to articulate what I was looking for. She made the experience of wedding dress shopping more amazing and fun than I ever could have expected and absolutely set the scene of what I would be feeling on my wedding day. She also was incredibly understanding of the dynamic of my appointment and my nerves, and she created a very relaxing and welcoming environment. My appointment was weeks ago and I have not stopped talking about how amazing Liz was to all of my friends and family. I have also told my friends who plan to go to A&Be to hope and pray that she's their stylist, because I cannot say enough good things about her, the shop, and the experience as a whole. I am so thankful that she picked my appointment, and could not have asked for a better experience.

Where do I even begin, this whole experience from start to finish was amazing. I had tried on…read moredresses twice before, but Elizabeth and the team at A&bé made sure that I truly had a one of a kind appointment and left crying happy tears. Not only did I find my dream dress, Elizabeth was just so kind and truly attuned to what I needed and wanted during the appointment. I would highly highly recommend booking an appointment, you will not regret it!

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a&bé bridal shop - Sacramento - The outer skirt was removed for the reception so I could dance!

The outer skirt was removed for the reception so I could dance!

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a&bé bridal shop - Sacramento - A&Be Bridal Shop!! I said YES!

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A&Be Bridal Shop!! I said YES!

Bride To Be Couture - A princess moment in another Elizabeth Lee dress

Bride To Be Couture

4.6(748 reviews)
8.6 mi
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This was the third dress shop I went to and it was a perfect experience. The selection of dresses…read morewas absolutely beautiful with so many styles to choose from. Laurny was amazing at listening to what I wanted and helped me find a dress that was even better than I imagined. She was so patient and her input on what went well with my body type, style, and coloring was perfect. The whole process was so smooth and all the staff members were incredibly helpful. I couldn't recommend this shop more. If you're looking for a bridal boutique that offers great service, gorgeous dresses, and a supportive environment, this is the place to go!

This was my first bridal shop I visited and I am so glad it was my first! I found my dream dress…read moreafter the 6th dress I tried on and it was a design I unexpectedly fell in love with on myself. Tayler was my bridal stylist at my first appointment and she is just an amazing and sweet person overall. She is very attentive to details, asks questions on what you like/dislike, and is very patient as well. I can tell Tayler enjoys what she does and she is very good at it! I eventually went to try on 2 other bridal shops and tried on at least 20 dresses at this point but I could not stop thinking about the dress that I fell in love with. I kept in contact with Tayler and informed her I would like to come back to potentially get my dream dress! Eventually, I made my way back to Bride to Be Couture and Tayler assisted me again. I tried on the dress again and knew this was my dress I wanted to get married in. The overall service at this shop is above other bridal shops I visited to be honest. The atmosphere is beautiful and everybody is very friendly and helpful. I cannot wait to come back to pick up my dress! Thank you again Bride to Be couture and Tayler!

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Bride To Be Couture - Had my dress hemmed and bustle was also added on by B2BC

Had my dress hemmed and bustle was also added on by B2BC

Bride To Be Couture
Bride To Be Couture

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Carole Kenney Design - Let's talk about the side slit! Underneath layers of different lace to give it the most unique look.

Carole Kenney Design

4.9(161 reviews)
6.4 mi
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Carole came highly recommended for wedding dress alterations. I decided to go with her, as she has…read morea reputation for being the best..and she did not disappoint. She did an EXCELLENT job, in a very short amount of time. Not only is she incredibly talented, she is wonderful to work with! I enjoyed the experience and I LOVE my dress! The high quality work and attention to detail is truly remarkable. During our initial phone call, she took the time to answer all of my questions and didn't rush me. She didn't pressure me to go with her, made me feel comfortable and said she would be able to fit me in just in time for my wedding. My first fitting was such a positive experience! She is incredibly bright and insanely talented. She is friendly and personable. When I went to the second fitting to pick up my dress, I was truly stunned. I have never used the word "snatched" before, but she made me look "snatched". I never wanted to take my gown off. She transformed it into a work of art. My mom needed help when steaming my dress on the day of my wedding, and I didn't know what to do. I gave her my phone and had her call Carole. Carole was so kind and helpful and went above and beyond. I am so grateful for Carole! TLDR: Carole is absolutely AMAZING and will make you look and feel BEAUTIFUL on your wedding day. You will not be disappointed

Carole did an amazing job at putting a lot of love and care into fitting my mother's dress to my…read morewedding day. She worked with my budget and listened to what I wanted and made something I didn't even know what was possible happen. Her studio is very clean and gorgeous. She guided me on how to travel to Mexico with my dress and gave me the confidence to do so. I am so over the moon that I was able to wear my mom's dress for my mom and the rest of my family in Mexico. My mother could not be in the states for my civil ceremony, but with her dress she was as close to my heart as possible. Thank you again Carole.

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Carole Kenney Design - My grandmother's beading!

My grandmother's beading!

Carole Kenney Design - My wedding dress after alterations , bustled , side shot.

My wedding dress after alterations , bustled , side shot.

Carole Kenney Design - A perfect and comfortable fit.

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A perfect and comfortable fit.

Thread on Mission Alterations - My MIL's original wedding dress

Thread on Mission Alterations

4.6(89 reviews)
11.4 mi

My wedding dress boutique did not offer in-house alterations, but I was provided a list of…read morepreferred vendors. After multiple attempts at communicating with those preferred vendors, there was 1 viable choice, but it was overpriced for what I needed and she ended up leaving me hanging on appointment availability anyway. Once that happened I took it upon myself to go on Yelp and find alternative solutions. Out of the next 2-3 choices I ventured out to, Nadia was the one I opted for because she was straight forward and was the only one who offered me 2 different bustle options - American (over) bustle or ballroom (under bustle). As a bonus, she was also 1/3 of the price of the wedding dress boutique's preferred vendor! Communications were all through Yelp messaging - clear cut for scheduling. Make sure for your fittings you always bring the shoes you'll be wearing for an accurate hem, etc. I opted for the ballroom bustle and Nadia numbered the attachments. During a subsequent fitting I had the MOB and MOH accompany me so they knew what to expect for doing the bustle on the day of the wedding. Forms of payment accepted are cash, card, and money sharing apps - I opted for Zelle.

Before coming in, I called to make sure they had experience sewing patches on a military uniform…read more They said yes, that they did it all the time. My husband brought in his uniform, patches, and printed out the specific instructions for them to use. I go to pick his uniforms up a few days later and my husband tells me that it's been done wrong. They sewed his name patch ON the pocket flap when the instructions specified that it belongs ABOVE the pocket flap. No branch of the military has the name patch sewn on the actual flap which led me to believe that they in fact did not have experience with military uniforms. They also cut the name patch incorrectly so it's no longer usable. We had to order new ones which cost $20, and they were back ordered. Great. We ended up getting a partial refund from the business, but were not reimbursed for the name patches. I'm sure this business does well with dresses and suits, but I'd probably go somewhere else for military uniforms, especially when you brought in a physical copy of instructions on where the patches go, that they didn't even look at.

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Thread on Mission Alterations - My dress was hemmed, had the sash sewn on, the bustle loop added, and the straps shortened.

My dress was hemmed, had the sash sewn on, the bustle loop added, and the straps shortened.

Thread on Mission Alterations - Front of dress - added straps to match beading

Front of dress - added straps to match beading

Thread on Mission Alterations - Excellent job removing the trail!

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Excellent job removing the trail!

Brides for a Cause - bridal - Updated May 2026

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