This is not just a regular chain dress shop! I cannot recommend my experience enough! In the last month or so, I have gone in to David's bridal 4 separate times, had an absolutely incredible experience every time, and worked with multiple representatives.
I first went in with my mother, wedding planner, and a bridesmaid as a preliminary sweep through to see what they had that I might like, with exceptionally low expectations. We were directed to the dresses, and Meredith came over right after. Within minutes, we were all absolutely in love with her. She could not have been any more knowledgeable, helpful, and caring. It was with Meredith's help and suggestions that I actually was not miserable trying on clothes for once. It was incredibly simple, stepping into dresses, taking them off, and passing them out, as she brought them in for me to try and put them away when needed, organizing what I liked and what I didn't. It was on her suggestion that I tried on a strapless dress that I normally never would've considered for myself. I walked out, and then my wedding planner was the first to cry, with everyone else soon following. It was THE dress. That I never would've tried on if it wasn't for her, that I was not expecting to find on my very first trip. After that, Meredith and Lulu helped us take a preliminary peek at Bridesmaids dresses, register for the savings program, and quickly order order my dress, adding to my great experience.
Then, a few days later, David's Bridal had a store-wide sale online for Thanksgiving. After working with phone representatives, we were told the only way to get the price adjusted would be to go in store. Given that it was Thanksgiving, that was not possible, so we had to order the dress a second time, in order to make sure we got the better price. Thankfully, even on Black Friday, they were just as helpful and accommodating as they had been on our first trip, adjusted the in-store price, and then were able to cancel the new online order we'd made. I also spoke to Laura and another one of the girls there, got great advice about shapewear, was showed a few possibilities, and left with another great experience.
After this, I went in again on December 4th with 2 of my bridesmaids, and booked back to back appointments. Meredith was once again there and extremely helpful and kind to both me and my bridesmaids, once again making it an incredible experience. One of my bridesmaids was running a few hours late, and Meredith had to go. Laura once again was there and stepped in for us, and was beyond incredible. She helped with sizes and general advice, and let me also put my dress back on to narrow down my veil options, and we came to the conclusion that I honestly probably don't need shapewear. The store was extremely accommodating and those helping us were extremely patient with the wait. Laura then also helped me take a look at other accessories and options, even bending down to help me put on shoes while I still had my dress on. My bridesmaids and I could not have felt more taken care of by these ladies, who truly make it all feel like a personal experience, consistently taking the time to help on a one-on-one level.
My last trip was to pick up my dress this past Saturday. Meredith immediately spotted me on my way in and greeted me like an old friend, offering up her station for me to quickly try on my dress and make sure it fit well and looked good. She then went to get Isa from the alterations department, who came highly recommended and quickly came out and gave an estimate on what to expect as far as alterations costs. Meredith then quickly helped undo my dress, waited outside for me to hand it to her, and put it away for me so I wouldn't have to worry about a thing.
Every single experience I have had at this store in the last month has been simple, seamless, personalized, and welcoming. I have never felt more surrounded by supportive women. Even though I'm sure their salespeople work on commission, there is no pressure to purchase, no one is there to make you uncomfortable, and even with no sale in sight, everyone is more than happy to provide any kind of assistance or help when needed. I cannot recommend both Laura and Meredith enough - both are absolutely incredibly supportive and helpful women. But from everyone at the front, to every single other person I interacted with on the floor, I really don't think you could go wrong. read more