Carmen Fashions

I had the best time at Alexandra's Boutique. They were friendly and welcoming from the minute I…read morebooked my appointment. Alyssa Teixeira was amazing! The first dress I tried on was the one I ended up buying. She was very knowledgeable, and she really understood what I was looking for. I highly recommend Alexandra's and Alyssa!

Disappointing and stressful shopping experience…read more This shop sold my fiancée a wedding dress while assuring us that the alterations we specifically requested were possible. After multiple rounds of alterations, the seamstress finally explained that the alterations recommended by Alexandra's Boutique were not actually possible for this particular dress. By this point, my fiancée was devastated--and because of this shop's harsh no-return policy, we were left out thousands of dollars. She was literally in tears and had to go to another bridal shop, where she found a completely different dress that she felt far more comfortable and confident in. Instead of feeling pressured into a purchase, she felt listened to and supported. What makes this experience particularly frustrating is that the issue could have been avoided if the limitations of the dress had been honestly communicated before the sale. A wedding dress is an enormous purchase, and customers deserve accurate information--not high-pressure sales tactics followed by a policy that leaves them with no recourse when the promised alterations turn out to be impossible. I cannot recommend this establishment. In fact, based on our experience, I would actively caution anyone I know against shopping here. If you're considering purchasing a wedding dress from this shop, I strongly recommend getting independent confirmation that the alterations being promised are actually possible before handing over thousands of dollars.

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Bridal and Prom Discount Warehouse

3.8(5 reviews)

1.4 mi

•$

Holy moly! When they advertise as a discount warehouse they really mean it! Such great deals at…read morethis place! I visited the Bridal and Prom Discount Warehouse during my search for the perfect dress and I am really glad that I did. I didn't find my dress here but my experience was one of the best I had bridal gown shopping. All of the gowns here are under $500 and their selection is quite extensive. My group and I spent a good amount of time perusing the rows upon rows of styles in my size range. The two young ladies working that day collected everything we pulled and let us take as much time as we desired picking things out. I really wish I knew their names but the two employees working that day were wonderful. It was like I had two extra girls in my entourage. They were helpful and honest and I really appreciated that. It is irritating to a point to have a consultant simply tell you how gorgeous you look in every dress. These ladies on the other hand were able to read my enthusiasm (or lack thereof) for the gowns I tried on and were able to point out things that worked for my body and those that did not. These girls were genuine and real and their authenticity was well-received with my group. I do wish that I had found my dress here because I would have LOVED to pay under $500 but alas, it was not meant to be. I absolutely recommend checking this place out. You might get lucky and fall in love with something! The dresses were in good condition, some minor defaults here and there that could be corrected during fittings and alterations. The building itself could use a little sprucing up but the dressing and viewing area were comfortable and neat. If you are stopping through Fall River, put this place on your list! No appointment necessary.

I really like this place. It's a decent sized but on the smaller size with tons of dresses. We…read moreoriginally came here for Prom dresses for my sister , which the prim dresses are located downstairs , and the wedding dresses are upstairs. We make our way downstairs with the help of an associate here names Allison. They have a decent amount of dresses all sizes and styles , but since it's a discount store you can find stains and missing beads and stuff but a lot of the dresses are super cute it's just being able to find your style and size. They have 3 racks with more new style fashion , and the other 3 racks were for a bit older fashion. OH and they also have 2 smaller racks of short prim dresses , I'm sorry we were looking at longer prim dresses. The prices are super cheap, I saw dresses from 49.00-200.00. All the dresses my sister looked at were under 100.00, she didn't get anything here because she's still looking around but the one she did like was too small unfortunately. Allison was amazing she helped us as much as possible even with others being in the store as well. This place is super clean , and there's enough space to move around , the racks are packed and the dresses weigh a lot so your arm will hurt HAH! We made our way upstairs my mother insisted I start looking at wedding dresses , I am engaged but this woman is pushing for us to set a date can't you tell HAH, so go make my mother happy I looked at alllllllll the racks in my sizes , so many beautiful dresses , I was in AWE , once again Allison helped me set me and helped me with all my dresses, the one I liked had a terrible rip in the back but she said she would discount it like I said in the beginning it's a discount store so you will find flaws, but it's so worth the trip to check it out. Alexandras boutique owns this place as well and they're down the street. Any-who this place has a 5 lot parking spot it's super tight but it beats having to pay the meters. It's a small house /boutique which is so cute. My only complaint was the parking situation we have a mid-size truck so just a small area to maneuver in the parking lot. This place is great though. Also this place is right off a busy road so it's one car in and one car out at a time , which you block the whole road.

Bridal and Prom Discount Warehouse - The dress I loved but I'm covered the pretty big rip in the back , that would've been discounted since it's a discount store.

The dress I loved but I'm covered the pretty big rip in the back , that would've been discounted since it's a discount store.

A good amount of prom dresses

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So many colors

Party Dress Express

3.8(121 reviews)

0.3 mi

Staff was very rude and unwelcoming. More concerned with their own egos and whether they feel like…read moreputting their phones away than helping customers.

I called the store to find out if they carried Mother of the Bride dresses with the following…read morecriteria: color palette, modest with at least short sleeves or longer, and in my price range. I was told on the phone, yes, most of our Mother of the Bride dresses have sleeves and they all can be ordered in your specific color. I asked how many and the woman who answered told me many. I then asked if I could make an appointment to shop. She told me I had to make the appointment online. Before I hung up, I reiterated exactly what I was looking for and that they could accommodate my specific needs and was told yes, no problem. I then went online and tried to book the appointment but kept getting 'kicked off' the page. I called back and asked for the appointment and the sales lady was happy to help me once I explained the website wasn't allowing it. Tonight I went for my appointment. The store only had 1 dress that fit my criteria. I left very annoyed and frustrated! I will not be returning as they can not meet my needs.

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Spark Bridal Boutique

4.9(67 reviews)

18.3 mi

I had SUCH a good experience and Ava was incredible and so attentive. They had four chairs set up…read morefacing a stage so I felt like a model showing off each dress I tried on. Ava floofed my dress perfectly for photos so I could see the full vision of each dress, and then based on my reactions, she picked out more dresses for me. My favorite ended up being one that she picked based on my reactions to the 3 prior dresses. Can't recommend this place (or working with Ava) enough!!!

I'm not posting pics because my wedding hasn't happened yet, but this is the bridal boutique of my…read moredreams! Anyone that has at least a budget of $2k for their dress, should absolutely come here. Owner Kim and daughter, Laura are SO personable and SO SO good at their job. They knew what looked good on me, knew what questions to ask, and made sure I did not feel pressured. It is appointment only and they only book one appointment at a time so you have the entire place for you and your squad. Thank you so much! I am still riding the high of how beautiful I looked in your dresses today.

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The Bridal Garden

4.5(46 reviews)

16.4 mi

I felt SO cared for here. This place is AMAZING with so many options, including dresses that have…read morebeen discontinued and can be bought off the rack. I am such a fan!! Meghan was AMAZING and on top of everything. She had great insights and suggestions and saw my vision from the start. I can't recommend this place enough!

My experience at Bridal Garden was a 15/10. Angela was my stylist but the owner, Christina, also…read morehelped during the appointment. They went above and beyond for me, even including a spread that included gluten free treats to accommodate a food restriction. There were pre-pulled dresses in different styles to make sure I tried on silhouettes I may not have thought of, but also that matched styles I sent beforehand. Each dress I tried on Angela asked me what I liked and didn't like about the dress, to help narrow down the next dresses. She was patient throughout the appointment while fully supporting my likes and dislikes, without being pushy. The day was so special with my family who attended and also because of Angela and Christina. 1000% book your appointment at Bridal Garden.

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Fatima's Bridal

4.6(9 reviews)

12.4 mi

I HIGHLY recommend Fatima's Bridal Shop! Her boutique has truly unique, one-of-a-kind dresses along…read morewith the option to order just about anything, at prices far better than many other shops I visited. But what really sets Fatima apart is her talent with alterations. She is meticulous, detail-oriented, and a true perfectionist--exactly what you want in a seamstress! I purchased my Mother of the Bride dress from Fatima. The dress was gorgeous but uncomfortable, scratchy, and didn't fit well. I almost passed it up, but Fatima assured me she could transform it...and she absolutely did! Thanks to her, it fit beautifully, was comfortable all night, and I felt fabulous at my daughter's wedding. We also brought my daughter's ball gown wedding dress to Fatima for alterations, and thank goodness we did. She worked wonders--adjusting the hoop, adding extra bling, tailoring the bodice, shortening the hem, and even creating a stunning 6-button bustle. She went above and beyond, and her prices were more reasonable than the shop where the gown was purchased! Fatima has been sewing since she was 16, starting with men's suits, and her decades of experience truly show. While we were in her shop, we even saw her fix a dress that another seamstress had ruined; Fatima is a miracle worker! Not only is she incredibly skilled, but her easy-going personality makes the whole experience a joy. She is a rare find, and I can't recommend her enough. Thank you, Fatima!!

i came here to get my wedding dress altered and as soon as i arrived i already had a bad feeling…read moreabout it. the woman that helped me was super rude and judgmental and made my experience awful. she literally asked me "you didn't want anything prettier?" when i put my dress on which i felt was so rude and unnecessary. i didn't ask for commentary. the entire appointment she kept making judgmental and snarky comments about my dress and even insisted on showing me "real bridal dresses" from her shop after i told her that i had already brought my dress and clearly expressed being uncomfortable. i would never recommend this place to anyone. go somewhere else.

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New York Lace

2.4(81 reviews)

14.8 mi

Terrible experience with alternations here. Bought my dress here, they made mistakes from the…read morestart, my hem to hollow was measured incorrectly as the factory received the wrong measurements from my fitting. The dress was about 3 inches too long. Then my alterations were not completed at my second fitting which was supposed to be where all the alterations are competed, after a month of my dress sitting there, nothing was touched. I gave them an extra day, still nothing was touched. Then after a week, I came and it was finally done. The craftsmanship/tailoring was a rushed job. After I took dress home I realized strap length was uneven. I ended up taking my dress elsewhere and having to pay extra to fix their mistakes. New tailor said the dress straps shouldn't have been cutt off how they were cut, it should've preserved as much of original fabric and design as possible, but things were chopped off without rhyme or reason. The bustle had huge pearl buttons that stuck out rather than being discrete. The straps were different lengths. The middle did not sit center on my chest & there was a fold even if I slouched a little. My recommendation: go to a trusted tailor! Do not go here. You may as well not buy your dress here as they'll just drag things out and string you along until it's too late to fix anything. The new tailor ended up doing an off the shoulder strap with a thin and comfortable spaghetti strap that fit the dress much better

Buyer beware !! They nickel and dime you . my daughter in law bought a 3,000.00 dress . They…read morecharged her $400 to measure her . It came in to big . then wants to charge her for alterations . She took it to a tailor and was told that they ordered it to big . Just a money grab !! They take of a happy and fun time . Also a tiny hole was discovered by the tailor .

Dress zipper was gone and big Alaska hole on the train

Wedding dress

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How can you sell this‼

David's Bridal

2.8(48 reviews)

8.1 mi

I just left this location. I needed something for an…read moreanniversary dinner tonight. This David's bridal came in clutch. Everyone was super knowledgeable and helpful. Clearly this group works as a team, and enjoys their work. 10/10 I fully recommend. The gentleman chose something for me after everything I liked on the rack didn't work for me. His recommendation was perfect.I love it completely. Keep up the great work!

We went to look for a bridal dress & Mary was the woman sent to assist us... she was amazing & made…read moreus feel very comfortable... we did find what we were looking for... thank you Mary so very much .

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Bridal Shoppe & Flowers

4.2(37 reviews)

14.3 mi

I was sent a direct message on Instagram by Rosemary Reardon (who is apparently affiliated with…read morethis business) calling me fat, saying my eyebrows are botched and that I'm self righteous. I've never met her or interacted with this person.

Donna and Team are incredible to work with and made the whole process so much fun! They chose a…read morestyle I would have NEVER chosen and sure enough it was the ONE! I have also had several bridesmaid dress' fitted & hemmed for me. I plan on bringing in one of the bridesmaid dress' to get hemmed into a cocktail dress!

Owner message to me - very hateful

My wedding dress

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Final dress fitting before the big day at The Bridal Shoppe

Estee Bridal

4.7(15 reviews)

16.7 mi

Estee Bridal is by far the best experience my bride could've ever had when going wedding dress…read moreshopping. While the wedding dress experience could of been overwhelming, Suzanne was a dream and made it the easiest part in planning a wedding. My bride had been scouring online for different styles and designers and fell in love with the Pronovias line. Seeing that Estee Bridal carried them, she immediately booked an appointment. Upon arriving she and her bridesmaids received a warm welcome, she shut the store down just for them, and her bridesmaids were given water bottles and homemade macaroons while my bride tried on different wedding dresses. Knowing her style and body type, the second dress she tried on was perfect. She received so many compliments and felt gorgeous. Suzanne was amazing and would highly recommend her and her shop to anyone.

My daughter is getting married next spring, and we'd been to a number of places but this elegant…read moresalon was by far the best! Suzanne is so personable and accommodating. She knew exactly which dress to show my daughter. We loved the first one she showed us and while my daughter tried on a half dozen others, it was the first one that was "the one." There are no gimmicks here. No bells to ring. Just a beautiful show room with comfortable furniture, water, and splits of champagne for the crew while the bride models the choices. Oh, and try the macaroons! Suzanne makes them herself and while I didn't have one, when we went to pick up the dress, my husband gobbled them all! We spent twice as much as we'd budgeted, but the dress and veil were so beautiful, we couldn't resist. Merci, Suzanne!

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Fatima's Bridal

4.6

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i came here to get my wedding dress altered and as soon as i arrived i already had a bad feeling…read moreabout it. the woman that helped me was super rude and judgmental and made my experience awful. she literally asked me "you didn't want anything prettier?" when i put my dress on which i felt was so rude and unnecessary. i didn't ask for commentary. the entire appointment she kept making judgmental and snarky comments about my dress and even insisted on showing me "real bridal dresses" from her shop after i told her that i had already brought my dress and clearly expressed being uncomfortable. i would never recommend this place to anyone. go somewhere else.

Spark Bridal Boutique

4.9

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I had SUCH a good experience and Ava was incredible and so attentive. They had four chairs set up…read morefacing a stage so I felt like a model showing off each dress I tried on. Ava floofed my dress perfectly for photos so I could see the full vision of each dress, and then based on my reactions, she picked out more dresses for me. My favorite ended up being one that she picked based on my reactions to the 3 prior dresses. Can't recommend this place (or working with Ava) enough!!!

I'm not posting pics because my wedding hasn't happened yet, but this is the bridal boutique of my…read moredreams! Anyone that has at least a budget of $2k for their dress, should absolutely come here. Owner Kim and daughter, Laura are SO personable and SO SO good at their job. They knew what looked good on me, knew what questions to ask, and made sure I did not feel pressured. It is appointment only and they only book one appointment at a time so you have the entire place for you and your squad. Thank you so much! I am still riding the high of how beautiful I looked in your dresses today.

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5.0

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4.3

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