I truly cannot say enough good things about Thúy. My wife and I knew that as fat, non-binary queer…read morefolks, finding wedding outfits that fit well, felt comfortable, and made us look and feel amazing could be a real challenge -- but working with Thúy was an absolute dream from start to finish. Each consultation was so thoughtful and never felt rushed. Thúy immediately made us feel seen, celebrated, and totally at ease. She's also just such a cool, grounded person with a great sense of humor -- we had so much fun every time we met with her. When I decided to add hand-embroidered appliqués to our suits, she worked with us to plan everything perfectly and ensured her team placed and applied them flawlessly. Thúy is truly creating something special and important for our community. We're endlessly grateful to have found her and could not recommend her more highly.

Thuy's work is top-notch! I commissioned a custom bespoke suit from Thuy for my wedding in spring…read more2024 and I couldn't be happier with the results. From our first consultation until the last fitting, working with her was a pleasure - I'm not usually a formal person and I knew little about suits or the details of formalwear, but Thuy made it easy to learn and I had a great time picking out fabrics and details. She is also very professional and communicating with her was always smooth. My wedding outfit was snappy, high-quality, and comfortable, and now I'm looking forward to formal occasions. Thank you, Thuy!

My little sister has a wedding just two months away. Did she have a dress, well not until we came…read morehere. Eddie was the one helping us, but Miranda was also in the shop, and these two amazing humans made what could feel stressful (based on other boutique visits) so nerve calming. This store does not run on commission, so people work as a team to help out brides to be. Eddie spent time just talking with my little sister to get an idea of what he should put her in. Then...he turned to her team and asked us about her favorite dresses: a Bacar and Cosette were currently in top place, but likely unavailable to get by the wedding date. Eddie pulled a dress that was so different than the ones he'd originally pulled. But it was a lovely mixture of both of her favorites and she instantly lit up when she had it on. Of course, we still had plans to check one more location in Hayward for dresses, so a decision could not be made at that time. But Eddie was not at all worried, he just gave us the dress info and his availability for the rest of the day. Two days later, my little sister purchased the dress Eddie picked over the phone. It was meant for her: it fit like a glove, was giving fairy princess in a garden tea party. It was the dress we were looking for, but we would have never found without Eddie. I also splurged on some great costume jewelry. The price tag just couldn't be beat at $40. Thank you Miranda and Eddie for bringing the best energy in your totally chic and cozy boutique. I'm obsessed with how you totally know how NOT to turn this big decision into a high pressure situation. THANK YOU!

My sister is getting married at the end of the year so my mom and I visited to help her pick a…read morewedding dress. She made an appointment to Blue Sky Bridal and we got an uber to San Francisco. I personally have no experience in any of this so it was a really cool experience. This is a very small location which is nice when it comes to picking out a wedding dress. My sister liked the fact that it was a consignment shop. She picked out a few dresses and they were taken to the room she would be trying dresses on. Natalie was the lovely associate who was helping her out. She was very helpful with zipping her up and gave us great dresses that fit my sisters style. My sister really liked that the dresses were all reasonably priced. Overall she really liked one of the dresses she tried on. She even put a deposit on the dress because she was 90% certain she wanted it. The only thing that stopped us from getting it was the fact we had a second appointment somewhere else. She didn't end up going with this one because the other dress had the alterations included with the flat price! Thank you so much Natalie for all your help and your style was so cool! Maybe when I get married, I come check out some dresses!!

I said YES to the dress at Lena's! I ordered a dress from her online since I live two hours away!…read moreShe ordered the dress and kept in contact durning the shipping process! Once the dress arrived I made the drive to Sacramento! I tried on other dress before I put on the ONE! Lena was very helpful and kind! The dresses are afford and great quality! I am very happy with the overall experience! Thank you Lena!

Lena is the BEST! I just had my wedding in July of 2018…read more She helps you with everything you need as far as the fitting of the dress. She will get the exact color you are looking for. If there are any adjustments she goes out of her way to make it the perfect fit. She provides different styles for you to pick from. I have to say Thank You Lena for your great services. For making me feel awesome on my wedding day! I LOVED my dress and so did everyone else. Had so many great comments! Go to Lena, you will not regret it! Plus you can't beat the prices! Great affordable prices.

5 Stars - The Perfect Dress & The Perfect Experience!…read more Helen was an absolute dream to work with during my wedding dress journey! From the moment I walked in, she made me feel comfortable, supported, and truly cared for. As a nervous bride hoping for everything to fall into place, Helen's patience and kindness meant the world. She provided me with a variety of beautiful options to try on, was incredibly communicative throughout the process, and helped me find the perfect dress--within my budget! Her eye for design is amazing, and she really knows how to help brides feel confident and beautiful. Her team was also fantastic--quick with alterations, transparent about timelines and pricing, and so warm and welcoming. I felt genuinely loved and cared for every step of the way. Helen is incredibly talented and exactly the kind of person you want by your side when choosing your wedding dress. I would wholeheartedly recommend her to any bride-to-be. It was an absolute pleasure working with her!

Helen and Irina are the ultimate wedding dress team! I could not have been happier with my one of a…read morekind Helen Miller custom dress. It was everything that I wanted: elegant, ethereal, and whimsical. Prior to finding Helen's Bridal shop, I had been to about 10-15 bridal shops around the Bay Area and was even talking to international designers. Helen's place was my last stop and I was about to go with another dress I wasn't 100% sure about, until I got that "feeling" while trying on dresses at And Something Blue. Helen's dresses are unique and exude elegance + class. She is a true visionary. Her prices for a custom dress are incredibly low and cannot be beat. She has her dresses made in Europe, so if you are looking for a European feel in San Francisco, this is the place for you. Irina was also an expert on what to do on all things alterations. It's clear she has an incredible depth of knowledge that few seamstresses have. I cannot recommend Helen and Irina enough!

Lace & Liberty delivered the dress of my dreams. I first visited their San Francisco showroom with…read morean inspiration photo I had saved for years, hoping to create something similar. During my initial consultation, Nancy took the time to understand what I liked about my inspiration and helped me think through the possibilities of a custom gown. The final design ultimately became a beautiful blend of my ideas and the team's expertise, and it felt completely like me. From there, I worked primarily with Alison and the rest of the team throughout the design and production process. They were thoughtful, communicative, and incredibly accommodating every step of the way. They shared progress photos along the way, and when we realized there was a mismatch between how I had interpreted part of the sketch and how it was being executed, Alison immediately jumped on a call to listen to my feedback and help adjust the design. I always felt heard and supported, and it was clear that everyone genuinely cared about getting the dress right. The craftsmanship and quality were exceptional. I chose a custom gown with mikado silk, a square neckline, pockets, a full skirt, and a long train with buttons down the back, and every detail was beautifully executed. Even more impressive, the dress fit perfectly despite measurements being taken about eight months before the wedding. I fully expected I'd need alternations closer to the wedding date, but the only alteration I ended up needing was adding a bustle. On the wedding day, I felt confident, comfortable, and completely myself. Looking back at our photos nearly a year later, I still love every detail. If you're considering a custom wedding dress, I highly recommend Lace & Liberty for their craftsmanship, communication, and genuine care throughout the entire process.

I initially became interested in Lace and Liberty because of their promise to create a completely…read moreunique wedding dress tailored to your preferences. That concept really stood out to me, so I scheduled an online consultation with high hopes. Unfortunately, my experience didn't live up to expectations. I met with Ali in March, and after the appointment, I realized that many of the 1-star reviews I had seen mentioning similar concerns were not isolated. Throughout the consultation, her tone came across as condescending and indifferent. As someone who has never been married or shopped for a wedding dress before, I naturally wasn't familiar with all the bridal terminology. Instead of guiding me through the process, she seemed irritated when I didn't know certain terms and made me feel uncomfortable for asking basic questions. At one point, I calmly mentioned that Lace and Liberty was just one of several options I was exploring, hoping it might shift the tone of the conversation--but it didn't. The interaction remained tense, and it became clear that this wasn't going to be a supportive or enjoyable experience. Wedding dress shopping should feel exciting, special, and fun--not stressful or discouraging. Because of this experience, I chose to go elsewhere, and I'm so glad I did--I ended up finding my dream dress in a much more positive and uplifting environment. If you're looking for a more welcoming and enjoyable experience, I would recommend checking out Janene's Bridal or Trudy's Bridal, where the atmosphere felt far more supportive and aligned with what dress shopping should be.

Loved my dress! Everything I hoped for all my special day. Thank you very much for all your help.read more

Marie was AWESOME (I was not the bride) however she was very attentive, honest and conversational…read moreabout what the bride was looking at. Ima very small boutique with lots of character!

Very attentive appointment. When I arrived they helped me to pick out a few dresses to start and…read morebased on my reactions helped me to narrow down and pulled several other options. There were a few other brides in the shop at the same time either to try on or for alterations but we each had different areas and at least for me this was not an issue. When there were customizable options she made sure to show me examples in other gowns in store if not on the one I considered. I was really pleased with my experience here and would recommend it to anyone looking for wedding dresses in the area. They also do alterations and were able to show me examples of adding a sleeve, changing a strap, etc.

Both my mother and I had a fantastic experience at And Something Blue. We cannot recommend it…read moreenough. After an unfortunate tailoring error, I came to the shop with an uneven hem and only 3 weeks out my wedding. All my worries and stresses were erased and I am happy to say my dress is gorgeous and fixed. We should have came here in the first place and I regret not picking And Something Blue. I was even given an extremely fair price for immediate help and appointments that fit my schedule. Not only did my dress turn out wonderfully, my mother's dress was hemmed and she is extremely pleased with our experience as well. When you walk into And Something Blue, you can feel confident knowing you're in amazing hands, whether you need alterations or are searching for the perfect dress.

Judy was so amazing in helping me design and craft my absolute DREAM wedding dress that also worked…read morewith my budget! I couldn't be happier!!!! Seriously I am so overjoyed and cannot wait to wear my dress at my upcoming wedding!! I was introduced to her by a friend who bought 3 wedding dresses from her and I was floored to see how beautiful and quality they were without costing an arm and a leg and 2 Bay Area mortgages. It was a no-brainer for me to contact Judy! Overall Thought: Judy is very professional from beginning to end. Booking an appointment was easy. When I got to her studio, she was very friendly in greeting me yet very efficient, clear, and honest in asking about my vision, budget, timeline, and how we can make that happen together. After the initial visit, she was very responsive via email, and I was never left unsure about what the next step was. A super great bonus is that she is very supportive and encouraging in discussing my ideas for the dress and coming up with the design. I cannot emphasize enough how positive she made me feel throughout the design process. She was gushing over the different ideas I brought up like a very excited maid of honor! But was also realistic and honest with ideas that she thought would not have worked. Process Details: Judy offers a few different design/manufacturing/budget options, so there's a good chance that she will have something that fits your need and vision. You can get off-the-rack gowns, or pick from an existing design and she'll make a dress to fit you (either Judy's own or certain other designers' designs), or she can help you design a brand new gown from scratch. The last option is what I went with. My design was fairly simple, and she recommended some manufacturing options that could help me stay within budget. This was the perfect solution for me! I wanted a custom design, but another local designer I contacted was out of my budget range even though my design was super simple. I found a few overseas designers/manufacturers who could help create a custom design and ship the final product to me, but I was apprehensive to work with them since they cannot take my measurements, work with me in person during the design process, and provide a final fitting service unless I can make an international trip to see them. Judy was the perfect happy medium that did not compromise on design and quality! We started by having a one hour meeting where she listened to my ideas, reviewed reference photos, showed me fabric swatches, took my measurements, and sketched designs. She then sent a summary email of the design, and we corresponded via email and at a second meeting to make some adjustments until we arrived at a final illustration. Judy was very meticulous in following the details we discussed and the details that I did not have the expertise to request. For example, the types of hooks and zippers used, the linings, and the silicone liners to hold up the top, etc. Nothing was overlooked. My dress turned out even better than I had hoped for, with me having to do almost zero work after we agreed on the design and fabric. I received multiple photos to confirm the final product. And I asked a LOT of questions, all of which she answered with patience. The dress arrived within the expected timeframe, and Judy did a final fitting with me. The hip area was too narrow (which she fixed without a hitch and I came back to pick it up later), but otherwise, the dress fitted like a glove! She even helped me match my dress with the veils and gloves that I bought separately. All in all, I would 10/10 recommend her to any future brides I know! It was not only a successful process but also a genuinely pleasant one!

5 Stars! I had the most magical experience at Selena Judy…read moreBridal! I found both my wedding gown and my first dance dress here, and I couldn't be happier. The selection was stunning--elegant, romantic, and so beautifully detailed. Judy was incredibly sweet, patient, and really took the time to understand my vision. The fitting process was smooth and stress-free, and both dresses fit me perfectly. I felt so confident and beautiful--exactly how every bride should feel! Thank you, Selena Judy Bridal, thank you, Judy, for being such an unforgettable part of my big day. Highly recommend to any bride-to-be!!!