Erin Cole Bride

46 years in business

I came along for my matron of honor duties to support my bride while trying on dresses, and we had…read moresuch a wonderful experience at Mon Amie. Our bridal stylist, Suzy, was absolutely amazing. I've been on my fair share of wedding dress shopping trips, and Suzy truly stands out as one of the best stylists I've encountered. She was kind, attentive, and created such a positive, comfortable experience. We shared photos and descriptions of what we were envisioning, and Suzy completely nailed it. Even when some dresses weren't quite right, she was understanding and never once pressured us to make a decision or stay in a dress longer than necessary. Everything felt relaxed and supportive, which made the experience even more enjoyable. The boutique has an incredible selection of dresses for every style and budget. Thank you to Mon Amie and Suzy for such a positive, memorable dress-shopping experience!

I feel conflicted writing this because my initial bridal appointment in September 2025 was amazing…read more My stylist, Erin, was warm, attentive, and really understood my vision. She even pulled dresses I wouldn't have chosen myself, one of which became my dress. The hospitality, including sparkling wine and a beautiful try-on space, made it a truly special experience. Unfortunately, my presentation appointment this past weekend was very different. I invited my maid of honor and future mother-in-law since it was just my mom and I during my initial dress shopping appointment. I expected a similar, celebratory moment, but it felt more like a quick errand. We were placed in a small back room, the appointment felt rushed, and there was little of the hospitality I experienced before. The biggest issue was trying on my dress. It didn't fit, which was stressful and disappointing, but obviously no one's fault. That said, I wish the staff had taken a more discreet and thoughtful approach, like adjusting or clipping the dress before bringing my guests in. Instead, my guests were brought in while the dress was visibly unfastened, and the conversation focused on fit issues. I was also asked about my weight in front of everyone, which felt uncomfortable and could have been handled more privately. Overall, it was a disappointing experience, especially compared to such a strong first impression. I still love my dress and hope this was just a one-off, and that the alterations process will be more positive. I'd just recommend managing expectations and not treating the presentation appointment as a special occasion for guests.

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Panache Bridal of Costa Mesa

4.3(730 reviews)

1.0 mi

•$$$

Best Ever!!!! I had…read morethe most incredible experience at Panache Bridal Salon in Costa Mesa, and I cannot say enough amazing things about my stylist, Veronica. From the moment I walked in, Veronica made me feel completely comfortable, supported, and genuinely cared for. She has such a vibrant, positive energy and instantly made the entire appointment feel fun, relaxed, and special. I truly felt like I was in the best hands--she listened thoughtfully, understood my vision, and guided me with such confidence and kindness. She was patient, encouraging, and incredibly knowledgeable, making the whole process feel seamless and stress-free. Trying on dresses with her felt like a dream, and I never once felt rushed or pressured--just excited and supported every step of the way. Veronica is truly what made the experience unforgettable. I would absolutely recommend Panache Bridal Salon to anyone looking for their wedding dress or bridal accessories, and I highly recommend asking for Veronica!!! Thank you Veronica and everyone at the salon for making such a special moment even more magical!

My experience at Panache Costa Mesa was quite disappointing. I would not wish for any other brides…read moreto endure what I went through there. My wedding was scheduled for September 2024 abroad, and I was genuinely excited to visit Panache based on a recommendation from a trusted source. My dress was designed by Estee Couture, and I am extremely dissatisfied with the service I received on all ends. I left the store feeling more stressed than happy, and even on the final day of my fitting, I had unresolved issues. Unfortunately, I had no choice but to accept the situation as my flight was just two days after my last fitting. My measurements were taken, and I expressed my concerns, but I found myself having to follow up repeatedly for updates. I would text and call my assistant, Kiersten, only to receive vague reassurances, yet it became clear that nothing had been communicated to the designer or seamstress when I asked them myself in person. The custom sleeves I had ordered did not hold up on my wedding day; they completely snapped and fell off during cocktail hour. Additionally, the gathered fabric at the front of the dress was not addressed by the designer. Although the seamstress, Meryl, made an effort to fix the situation, her options were limited, and the issue remained unresolved. She informed me that the designer was aware of the problem, but no action was taken. I am dissatisfied with both Estee, the designer, and the service I received at Panache. Considering the investment made at panache I would expect better service, communication, and attention to details. Despite any internal challenges they may have faced, the staff did not fulfill their responsibilities or deliver the expected results. I will add that I spoke with multiple managers regarding my concerns, (Pasadena location too) and while I appreciate that we ultimately came to a solution where the dress will be cleaned and preserved on their behalf, it doesn't change the fact that the dress itself was not in the condition it should have been.

And the train...EVERYTHING!

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Kora Brides

4.9(87 reviews)

0.8 mi

I was on a time crunch dress shopping in May for a Nov wedding. Stephanie worked with my budget and…read morereally hit that balance of listening to my preferences and letting me try a variety of dresses within my requirements. I ended up falling in love with a mermaid gown when I had only tried on A-lines at my previous fittings at two other shops. I felt so beautiful in it from the first fitting to my big day. They also offer alterations at similar pricing to my usual tailor (who charges fairly) - I did get a discount since a shipping delay resulted in my dress coming late which I greatly appreciated! The seamstress who worked on my dress was super sweet and experienced - the hem was perfect, the bodice fit so well I never worried about having to adjust my dress despite it being off-the-shoulder, and the American bustle held up super well (even me jumping around the dance floor couldn't do any damage). Their hours were a little unclear online and I had to wait a couple days for a response at times (usually because they were still waiting on something), but overall a wonderful experience!

I can't say enough good things about Kora Brides! Even though I didn't buy my dress there, they…read morewelcomed me in for alterations and made me feel completely taken care of. Stephanie is so kind and genuinely passionate about what she does. My dress turned out absolutely perfect. I'm so glad I went here for my alterations!

Another look at the dress

Back of the dress

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The White Dress

4.3(804 reviews)

4.8 mi

•$$$

Committed to satisfaction

What an incredible experience it was at The White Dress, Emily was perfect! She took my vision…read moreboard and my info photos and the first dress literally was the dress! Emily may be newer to The White Dress but girls has that special touch. Treated me so well and like I was her only client and favorite client. I am so happy with my beautiful dress and cannot wait to have it on my special day!! Thank you Emily!!

I purchased my wedding dress from The White Dress for nearly $6,000, so I expected a much higher…read morelevel of quality and service. Unfortunately, one of the dress straps broke just 10 minutes before I was supposed to walk down the aisle, which was incredibly stressful and disappointing on such an important day. Additionally, I ordered my veil through the boutique and had scheduled an appointment for alterations and veil pickup. However, there appeared to be a miscommunication regarding the pickup, as it was not properly noted and the veil was nearly shipped instead. I had also specifically asked to try on dresses with sleeves during my appointment and was never brought a single option. Overall, this was not the experience I had hoped for from a bridal boutique of this caliber. ***** My wedding was over two hours away from the store, and waiting for your seamstress would have meant missing my ceremony. When paying a premium price, brides should not have to deal with last-minute issues like a dress strap coming apart minutes before walking down the aisle. Thankfully, one of my bridesmaids was able to sew the strap so I could still wear my dress. Regarding the veil, I specifically called after being notified it had arrived to explain that I had an alterations appointment and wanted to pick it up then, which your team confirmed. I later received communication referencing shipment, so I had to follow up again by phone and email to make sure it would not be shipped. Had it been sent out, I would not have had my veil for my wedding either. While I appreciate the refund for alterations, the overall experience was far more stressful than it should have been for such an important day. Future brides should be aware of the risks and added stress this location may bring leading up to their wedding.

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Casablanca Bridal

4.6(348 reviews)

7.4 mi

I had such an amazing experience at Casablanca Bridal! From the moment I walked in, everyone made…read moreme feel so comfortable, special, and truly cared for throughout the entire process. They were so patient and helpful while I searched for my dress and veil, and made what could've felt overwhelming so exciting and memorable instead. I never felt pressured, only supported. They really listened to what I wanted and helped bring my vision to life. I'm so grateful for their kindness and attention to detail -- I couldn't have asked for a better bridal experience! Sarah and Danielle were so extremely sweet and there service was amazing!! -Kylie Beatty

After disputing the charges with my bank, I received a final credit for the dress and alterations…read more I appreciate that the matter has now been resolved.

Our bridal showroom featuring fit and flare styles and our Casablanca Flagship exclusive styles

Mini dress style Cydney

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Ivory crepe sheath Le Blanc halter neck bridal gown LE157 Tahlena

Jaclyn's Bridal

Updating my review since last year since I got married! I found my dress at Jaclyn's Bridal, and it…read morewas perfect! This dress originally had bow sleeves and a bow strap on the back. Jaclyn's team was able to help me remove the bow strap and make my dress perfect! I have never gotten so many compliments on a dress in my life! Even the servers at my wedding were giving compliments on how beautiful it was. Jaclyn's bridal not only helped me find my dress, but also tailored it to fit my personality. Thank you!!

The pros: Jaclyn's has a beautiful selection of dresses, and the atmosphere is very calm and…read moreelegant. The cons: I have to echo the sentiments of many other reviewers that we were barely greeted upon entering, to the point that they even seemed annoyed. The owner never introduced herself; she just sort of stared at us the whole time, in an uncomfortable way. Sharon was my consultant, and she was pleasant enough, but I also echo the sentiments that it's unusual for this place not to help you get your dress on, that you hang them back up yourself, and that it's just not on the same service level as the 4 other salons I visited. They don't offer water, tea, etc., nothing to drink, while all 4 other salons would offer water or a soda at a minimum. I had one other appointment earlier in the day, which I ultimately went back to to purchase my dress, despite Jaclyn's also carrying my dress. Jaclyn's price was $700 more for the exact same dress, but even if it had been the same price, I wouldn't have purchased from here based on the service. I get the feeling that the service would be better if you were walking in here with a very large budget. Just an underwhelming experience.

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Love and Lace Bridal Salon

4.6(484 reviews)

8.5 mi

Family-owned & operated

I had the most amazing experience at Love and Lace and would recommend for any future bride. Even…read moreif they don't have the dress for you, the service and atmosphere of this shop is a recommended experience! Camille was truly the best - she took the time to get to know me, my family and bridal party that were with me, what I was looking for, what I had already tried on. Every step of the process she was so attentive and patient. The day of my appointment (after two back to back weekends of pretty underwhelming dress appts), I had tried on a few and liked a few aspects of the dresses pulled. The last dress of the day is when Camille pulled out THE ONE! At this point I decided to think about it as I was overthinking if this was truly the dress and she was so kind and understanding. I didn't feel pressured to purchase right then and there. I ended up booking the "The One" appointment for the following weekend and again, Camille, the staff, everything was perfect and I finally said yes to the dress! Lex helped me with measurements and ordering, answered all my questions, and made me feel confident moving forward with securing the dress. I cannot thank Love and Lace enough and can't wait to pick up my dress later this year for my Jan. 2027 wedding!

Where to begin! Bridal planning and shopping can be so…read moreoverwhelming. Love and Lace made my bridal experience so enjoyable and stress free! This bridal salon ended up being the only one I went to, I found my perfect dress with the help of Lex. She truly made my experience amazing. I wish I could go back just to hang out with her! I came into the salon with a list of dresses that I had previously viewed on their website, Lex pulled them right out for me and we got to work! She had also pulled some different designs just so I could see how I looked in them, which I did end up loving! At the end of my first visit, I fell in love with two different dresses. Again, it was also my first bridal salon that I had visited so far, so I was still planning on checking out other places. After telling Lex that I wanted to sleep on it/check out other places she was totally understanding and didn't "pressure" me like a lot of other places I've heard. I could not stop thinking about one of the dresses I tried on at my first fitting, so I made my follow up appointment (obviously with Lex) and boom! Wedding dress secured! BEST experience ever I wish I could do it all over again.

I found my dress at Love and Lace Bridal Salon sign.

Love and Lace Bridal Salon hallway. Come see our new dressing rooms.

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Love and Lace Bridal Salon view of the hallway. Come see our new dressing rooms.

Blush Bridal Couture

4.8(1.1k reviews)

6.9 mi

blush was the first place I went to, and I found my dress all thanks to Kaeli! She made me feel so…read morecomfortable and confident and knew exactly what she was doing. the experience was 100/10! love her and so thankful i had her as my stylist!!

Let me start by saying this is the first of my baby girls to get married, so of course I was a…read morelittle skeptical about how this whole experience would go. We arrived about 15 minutes early for the appointment and understood we needed to come back, so the three of us my daughter, my sister-in-law, and I walked to a nearby coffee shop to get some tea while we waited for my sister, my niece, and one of her bridesmaids, Sam. When we all got back and walked in, we were greeted by Hailey. She was so bubbly and genuinely excited to help my daughter find the dress. She was incredibly sweet and spoke to my daughter, Anyssa, in such a sincere and warm way that it immediately made her feel comfortable. Since I work in customer service myself, I can easily recognize when someone goes above and beyond and Hailey absolutely did. My sister and everyone with us agreed. Hailey, you are in the right job. God truly placed you exactly where you're meant to be right now. It was clear that you weren't doing this for the commission or for what you might gain from the sale. You were doing it because you understood what this moment meant to my daughter. That meant everything to us. I would 100% recommend you to anyone looking for their wedding dress not just because of the bridal shop, but because of you. I truly hope you are recognized for the amazing job you do. And the best part... she picked the dress!

Eliana asking me for my honest opinions of the aspects of each dress

Shout to Jess for helping me find my dream dress!

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Tears of joy with Mayra!

Anthropologie Weddings

4.3(82 reviews)

3.6 mi

•$

I drove up here from San Diego back in my hometown of OC! First of all, this Anthropologie wedding…read moreand the store is beautiful. I am SO jealous we do not have this in San Diego. They have everything from wedding to beauty to home. I will be making trips over here when I visit OC. I chose Anthro to purchase a wedding dress. Their service was amazing. They allowed me to have a few more guests and was patient when I was late to the appointment due to a collision on the freeway. I tried on more dresses than I originally picked. They offered champagne and water. They were positive, professional, and kind and I recommend you buy your wedding dress here. They didn't try to upsell me and prices are transparent on their website. You save a little if you buy from the store.

I chose anthro because first and foremost I think I has the most interesting and nonconventional…read moredress designs but also because I think it's really lousy when wedding dress stores don't list their prices because I think many brides have a specific price range they'd like to stick to. Anthropology had truly my dream dress at an extremely affordable cost! Would highly recommend choosing it if your priorities are the same as mine! The lady helping us honestly seemed like she didn't really want to the there (one of my bridesmaids said something after too so I know it wasn't just me) but she was plenty nice overall and they give brides and the people they bring free drinks so overall very good experience!

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Prima Wedding Dress (not choosing this one but was fun to try!)

LUV Bridal - Orange County

4.9(273 reviews)

8.2 mi

Such a great bridal salon with excellent customer service. I met some of their team at a wedding…read moreexpo and was able to schedule an appointment with them online. When we arrived we were greeted at the front desk and introduced to the stylist. We then had a little discussion about the venue and things that I may be looking for. Our group then had the chance to look through the dresses and we picked out things that I liked and what they thought I would like. The prices started around $1200 and above for the dresses that I looked through. I really appreciated how it was emphasized that they're trying to help me find what I would like and that we wanted to make the most of the time that we had there. There was also no pressure if there was a dress that I wasn't as much of a fan of. They were very mindful of my budget when looking through dresses. This appointment really helped me get a better understanding of the styles that I preferred and it was nice to have someone to discuss it with. I did not end up buying a dress from here, but I still very much enjoyed the entire experience. They really take care of the brides that come in and I would recommend this place for anyone who is looking for a dress.

My experience here was unfortunately not like most of the reviews. Im getting married in June and…read morepurchased two dresses from Luv Bridal one for my Catholic church ceremony and another for my reception. Before my appointment I did my research, browsed their website and completed the questionnaire outlining my preferences. I had a clear vision a classic ballgown for the ceremony and a more fitted modest look for the reception. When I arrived it was just me and my maid of honor. My consultant, Ashley was friendly at first but as the appointment went on I noticed she kept checking the time. I understand there's a 90 minute limit but it made the experience feel rushed. It also felt very sales driven similar to a car dealership where you're encouraged to purchase that same day for a "special discount." Maybe that's common in bridal shops. I only tried on five dresses, and while I did end up purchasing two of them I regret not being able to explore more options or browse the racks myself. Toward the end it felt like my consultant wasn't interested in pulling additional dresses and my maid of honor picked up on the same vibe. The dresses did arrive on time, and I love both gowns, they are beautiful and high quality. However the pickup experience was even more disappointing. The person assisting me was not very welcoming and the overall service felt dismissive. You're given 60 minutes for pickup but I only took me about 20 minutes to try on both dresses. I asked to try a veil with my ceremony dress and while she handed me one she made a snarky comment saying I wouldn't have time to try on any others and would need to book another appointment. This was said only 10 minutes into my appointment, which felt unnecessary and off putting. At that point I just grabbed my dresses and left. I spent about $3,000 here and while I do love my dresses the customer service did not match the price point or expectations. Would I recommend Luv Bridal? Unfortunately, no. There are so many bridal shops in OC/LA, and if I could go back I would have explored other options instead of relying solely on reviews. I hope this feedback encourages the team to improve. Brides are spending thousands of dollars and even though each appointment may only last an hour, that time should feel special. Every bride deserves that experience. After watching a few TikTok videos from past brides at Luv Bridal I realized I'm not alone in having this kind of experience.