As a plus size bride, it became very clear that to look contemporary and modern on my wedding day that I was going to shell out $$$$$$$$! And then I walked into Kimera!! Yvonne, does a consultation with you. You pick out a style you like, get measured, and then you wait to come in for your first fitting. My body is nowhere where I wanted it to be for my wedding day, but its the body I have and I am very happy with the results. My dress came out beautiful! Everyone, including my Husband was happy with the look. Yvonne was well within my budget. I appreciate the work she does, she made my bridal dress dreams come true! read more

I wish I was getting married so I could buy my dress here. Came here with a friend who was dress shopping. This was our last stop. Incredibly attentive staff. There was a beautiful young African American girl there that was so extremely helpful. WHile I didn't buy a wedding dress, I did cop a cute pair of earrings and a scarf. read more

I bought a customized dress from Kimera. (Meaning I picked out a top design, skirt design and length, picked my color, and added pockets and a silk lining) I am so completely happy with my dress! It fit like a glove (with just 2 fitting sessions), looked and felt amazing, and I got lots of compliments on it. It was exactly what I wanted at an affordable price, and I would highly recommend Kimera to anyone looking for a dress. read more

I had a bridesmaid gown made by Kimera Design for a wedding that I was in. I had given my measurements to Kimera Design, but it didn't get close to fitting, the dress was too short, way too big in some areas and snug in others, I had to have the dress tailored, and reworked in order to wear it on the wedding day. While the dress may have been made of raw silk the material did not hold up on the wedding day. My dress tore quite easily. Another bridesmaid who had a dress made by Kimera for the same wedding, lining came out before we even got to the church. Kimera Design may decide to work with you to solve your problem with their merchandise, but in the long run, it wasn't worth the head ache, if you really do want to try and wear the dress again. read more

I ordered a wedding dress with Yvonne Chu, the owner, in January for a June wedding. I specified custom details, such as a silk lining and pockets. I went for my final fitting two weeks before the wedding with the bra and shoes I would be wearing at the wedding to obtain the proper fit and length. I was told I could pick up the dress a week later, since my wedding date would be four days away. When I went to pick up the dress I was sure that there was a mistake, since the hem was about one foot too long, the lining was polyester instead of silk, there were no pockets to be found and my bra peeked out a half inch about the bodice. Instead of shock or apologies, Yvonne responded with, "Oh, that's right, you wanted pockets. Oh, that's right, you wanted a silk lining." She said she could make the alterations in two days, but I had expected to pick up the dress that day since I would be leaving in one day for my wedding destination. She did not make any concessions to get the alterations done ASAP or offer any kind of discount. I decided to let the silk lining go, since she said all the other alterations could be done in one day. Everything was fine the next day when I picked up the final dress, but I left with a wedding dress which was not what I had ordered in January. I would have been better off purchasing a dress off-the-rack. I am a big supporter of local businesses, but this experience was so disappointing and upsetting. It created a lot of unnecessary stress and last minute angst, and what was the most upsetting was how uncaring and callous Yvonne's response was. If a relatively low budget is a priority for you, then I would recommend Kimera. If you are looking for exceptional customer service and a guaranteed final product, then I would look elsewhere. read more

One of my favorite stores on my mini tour of brooklyn today! I was very tempted to buy something, but had to restrain myself and keep to my budget. Also, the xs size seemed a bit large still for my frame, so when I do buy something, it will have to be custom-fitted. The dresses are indeed wedding-worthy and the sashes that you can buy to coordinate with your outfit really make the entire ensemble pop. I look forward to making my first purchase! There's also a cute little bra-fitting nook down the stairs if you're looking for a quiet place to find some lingerie... read more

So I'm surprised to see all the positive reviews. My experience was not so positive. I was sent to this store as a bridesmaid, and initially, I was excited to 1) see all the different styles to choose from and 2) be paying for a basic black dress that I could actually wear again (not the froo-froo stuff at your average bridal stores) However, open arrival, I was (rudely) informed by the woman (not sure if it was the owner or someone else) that only one style (very boring) came in my size (according to them a size 14--according to what is in my closet a 10 or 12). So I ended up not having a choice in styles and also told that I needed "custom fitting" because I was "plus size" (apparently their "plus size" begins at 12). Except that every other bridesmaid in the large wedding party had to also fork over the extra money for "custom fitting". So after spending over $250 on easily wrinkled, raw silk dress in a style that was not particularly flattering, I discovered that the "custom fitting" that I had waited for, was not so great. The stiching was poor on the entire dress (it seemed hastily made) and there were gaps and loose spots in all the wrong places. This was not just this case for me, but also the case for a friend who had to send her measurements and order her dress long distance (she's a size two--in Kimera sizes a six, but apparently also needed to pay for "custom fitting"). All in all, a very disappointing experience. Perhaps for custom made bridal gowns they do better (judging by the reviews), but for a bridesmaid's dress it was an annoying and negative experience---a dress to only be worn once, poorly made, and not enjoyed. read more

I spent a while looking for a wedding dress for my Oct, 2011 wedding and was having trouble finding something simple, pretty and reasonably priced, since the big puffy dresses weren't my style. I found Kimera through yelp and set up an appt. Her dresses are simple, but beautiful and very reasonably priced for a custom fitted, silk shantung. While she does not make strapless dresses, which is what I was originally looking for, Yvonne made me a silk halter dress with 2 colors, buttons and a sash that fit me absolutely perfectly for $600. There were many other cheaper options too. And she made it in less than 4 months which was perfect since I didn't have any extra time. The dress was very comfortable and looked wonderful on. One caveat is that you would need to live in the area, since I needed multiple fittings before it was finished. Overall, I was very happy with the dress and I was pleased to spend my money at a local store rather than a chain. read more

I found Kimera Design online after searching for local shops that sold wedding dresses. I was also intent on finding a dress for under $1000, so I was ecstatic to fall in love with a dress on Yvonne's website that fit my budget before even going to the store in-person. In the end, Yvonne ended up making dresses for my five bridesmaids and two flower girls, as well as the tie for our ring bearer. We couldn't be happier and she couldn't have been easier to work with. She was so accommodating to the requests of my bridesmaids and incredibly patient with me as I went back and forth about sash and lining colors. I came down with a two-week pneumonia a few weeks before our wedding and Yvonne was incredibly accommodating about having to reschedule fittings as we waited for my weight to stabilize. All of our dresses looked fabulous and unique. The fact that I wore a custom-made wedding dress for less than $900 was incredible. And every time I go into her store, I want to buy something else! read more

I just got a dress made for my rehearsal dinner, I can't wait to see it! Lovely place!

Yvonne was stellar. With all the stress of wedding planning Yvonne and the Kimera staff offered a feeling of calm. She was very attentive to detail, offering the number of fittings and adjustments I needed to get it right. I also bought my rehearsal dinner dress from Kimera and I absolutely love it. I'm delighted to see all the other glowing reviews on here of this business. Yvonne fully deserves all of this praise and more. She's the consummate professional and so skilled in her art and practice. read more

i loved my experience at kimera. i saw the dress that ended up being my wedding dress about 3+ years ago and i always kept it in mind....i'm no bridezilla or girly girl, so hunting for a wedding dress was never gonna happen. i made an appt with kimera, met with yvonne, told her what dress i wanted, she fitted me and i was out the door in less than 20 minutes. wedding dress ordered. she made it from scratch to fit my body and i love it! such an easy and well priced experience. the service is awesome and they worked with me when i needed to change my appts. and a huge bonus is iris -the bra guru- is right downstairs. do yourself and your boobs a favor and go see her. read more

I just got my wedding dress from Kimera, and it looks beautiful and fits perfectly! I live in the DC area so I just told Yvonne my measurements over the phone, so I'm doubly impressed with how well it fits. I thought I would have to get it fitted before the wedding because of ordering it over the phone, but it looks like I can save on that expense! Plus it's exactly what I wanted and reasonably priced. Thanks, Kimera! read more

I ordered some pillowcases, which they offered at a pretty good price, or so I thought. Unfortunately they made the pillowcases one square inch shorter than requested, rendering them useless. Not only did they not offer a refund, but they then actually blamed their error on my "full" pillow and the fact that they like to make them "tighter." No effort to fix, apologize, or explain how a flat pillowcase one square inch shorter than ordered would have fit the right size piece of paper, much less a pillow. I'm sorry I ever walked in there. read more

I was looking for a beautiful, custom-fitted dress for a second wedding. I found what I was looking for at Kimera. The styles are classic and simple and the choice of colors in gorgeous silks are endless. The service is friendly and helpful and the price is very fair. I picked my dress on Friday, with a custom shawl, and I could not be more pleased. Thank you! read more

I am a fan of Iris's Lingerie, which is downstairs in Kimera Design. I recently went to this bra boutique, looking for new everyday bras for work. Iris, the owner, and her assistant, Michelle, were great at helping me find those practical, everyday bras for me. They both seemed really knowledgeable about the various styles, shapes, and designs. Iris was really good about meeting my needs based on my personality and profession. The store is in a very personal, nice space for bra fitting and shopping. They have a good selection of bras and panties, and were just really nice and personable. I highly recommend this cozy spot in Boerum Hill, Brooklyn. read more

Patiently, enthusiastically, and with great care and skill, Yvonne designed dresses, gowns, sashes, ties, cover-ups, tunics, and much more for my daughter's wedding involving participants of many sizes and shapes and ages most of whom live hundreds and thousands of miles from Brooklyn. I griped about traveling a couple of hundred miles for each of several fittings but, you know, they were necessary and it was worth it, worth it, worth it. Yvonne's imagination and professionalism as well as her friendliness, enthusiasm, and great competence made this experience memorable. And the clothes? To DIE for. I love them all. Thank you, Kimera Design. read more

Working with Kimera to create my wedding dress was a beautiful, joyful, easy process, and I could not be more thrilled about the result. It was the opposite of stressful, and honestly, one of my favorite parts of the whole process - just mine. I came to Yvonne with a basic idea for a dress based on a photo, and the precious material of my mother's sari that I wanted to use to make the dress. She immediately asked all the right questions, had her own ideas, and made me feel I was in skillful and capable hands. It really felt like a collaboration, though she and Jessica did all the work! I came back for a number of fittings and consultations and each time saw this amazing garment that I had only imagined taking shape. When we finally got there: it exceeded anything I could have dreamt of, it fit perfectly, I felt amazing in it. What else can I say? I loved working with them so much, and was so impressed by their selection of fabrics and the care they take in their work that we also had the groom and groomsmen's ties / pocket squares, our bridal party's dresses, and our officiant's sash all made there. Everyone was SO ecstatic about the experience and the finished products. They made our day what we wanted it to be: bright, beautiful, colorful, and superfly! From just being in the shop to wearing the dress itself and feeling unstoppable in it, the entire experience was one I will remember with fierce fondness and gratitude. I recommend beyond measure. Thank you, fabulous women of Kimera. read more

Wow! At the recommendation of a colleague, I went into Kimera Design to order my wedding dress and ended up ordering a wedding dress and a change for the reception. I decided to send all the women in the wedding party to Kimera Design for their dresses, and my mom ordered her wedding attire from Kimera Design, too. I also ordered bags for my then future mother-in-law and my dad's wife to carry during the wedding as well as ties for the groom, best man, the groom's dad, and my dad. Yvonne did not make the vests the men wore, but she did direct us to someone nearby who could make them. To be honest, we did encounter a few glitches with our orders from Kimera Design, but Yvonne was always ready to correct those problems. And, in the process of planning our wedding and commissioning designers and artists to custom make things for us, we found that we needed to allow for lots of back-and-forth because the process of creating something from hand especially for us takes time and collaboration. Therefore, we saw the glitches as part of the process rather than flaws in the process. Moreover, the work that Kimera Design completed for us resulted in an absolutely stunning wedding party accompanied by well-coordinated parents of the bride and groom. In sum, we absolutely loved working with Yvonne and everyone at Kimera Design, and I plan to order more dresses and even some pillow covers from her in the future. We most highly recommend Kimera Design, and we send everyone at shop big thanks! read more