A great bridal salon with the most gorgeous dresses. Unfortunately, taking 1 star off for the negative experience with alterations (see below). I got my dream dress that was truly the most beautiful dress, but the alterations mishaps damaged what otherwise would have been a wonderful experience. The salon: The dresses at Laurel are incredibly beautiful. The quality of the beading, lace, and designs is great. I tried on quite a few dresses at other stores, some from famous designers that were much more expensive, and they just didn't compare to those at Laurel. This is the only store where I felt truly wowed when trying on dresses, despite trying on beautiful gowns in other stores. Prices were mostly reasonable for the dresses of this quality. It's also nice that there is some flexibility with the design. Since the store owner is in contact with the company that sews the dresses, she is able to request some changes in design such as a different sleeve, modified neckline, etc. Both Beata and Inna were very nice and provided a great experience trying on the dresses. There was no pressure and just a lightheaded, supportive, joyful approach. I also appreciated the ability to look at the catalogues online first, this made the process much more seamless. I said yes to the dress and was beyond happy. However, the alterations process was a mess. The seamstress for alterations: There were so many issues with the seamstress, Tatiana, from the beginning to the end. Note that the alterations seamstresses are not employees of the salon but do partner with the salon and meet with you in the salon. I can only speak to the quality of one of the seamstresses. - Buyers beware: I was quoted an approximate price for the alterations which ended up being DOUBLE. When I brought this up, it was denied that there was even an original quote. I should have gotten that part in writing and asked how much every single change would cost, but the lack of transparency was disappointing. - The double in price partially came from quite a few recommendations to add more "functional" changes to the dress, which ended up being unnecessary and not useful as I found out on my wedding day. This was an upsell and I didn't realize how much it would increase the price, since this wasn't communicated at all. However, I also ended up paying for the re-dos of things that weren't done correctly in the first place, which is unacceptable. - The quality of the work of the seamstress was poor. The seams were crooked and messy on the inside of the dress, the alterations to get the fit right had to be redone several times, with argument from the seamstress that it looked ok when it was even obvious to the staff that it did not fit right. - There were issues with the seamstress forgetting certain things we talked about, resulting in extra cycles. Sometimes when I would arrive for what I thought would be a final fitting, some of the things we discussed were not done. I ended up returning to the store (quite a drive for me) more than 5 times because of all the alterations issues. - Miscommunication on appointment times and lack of proper coordination was also an issue. And finally, with all of this, there was no proper accountability. The alterations added so much extra stress unfortunately. Therefore while I highly recommend Laurel for the dresses, I would not recommend Tatiana for alterations. read more

Przepiekne suknie. Pani Beatka profesjonalna pod kazdym wzgledem. Dobierze sukienke do kazdej sylwetki w ktorej naprawde mozna sie czuc wyjatkowo :) Bardzo polecam , bedzie kazda z Was naprawde zadowolona :) warto sie wybrac do pani Beatki . read more

Laurel Bridal did a phenomenal job with my wedding dress. I fell in love with two different dresses by the same designer and they were able to combine both dresses to make this beautiful dress. read more

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If you love show-stopping, unique gowns, you need to check out Laurel Bridal. Many of the European designers carried here are only available in a few locations in the US. After trying on dozens of dresses (some considerably pricier) at other places, I found the quality of these dresses to be very good. It seems like most of the new dresses were around $1500-$2000 to order, but if you have a lower budget there are some great sample dresses. My personal experience here was great. I was upfront about my budget, and the owner showed me all the dresses in the store that fit the style I wanted and gave me the price of each up front. There were dresses for order and also quite a few samples in my budget. She was very patient and never made me feel pressured. She even offered to hold a dress for me so that I could sleep on my decision. I came back for the dress of my dreams, and can't wait to wear it at my wedding! read more

After a disappointing visit to Eva's Bridal, D and I stopped in to look around at Laurel's dresses. Entering the shop, there were unbelievably gorgeous dresses EVERYWHERE! There was such a variety of colors and styles, D and I looked at each other in astonishment. We were greeted warmly and cheerfully by the owner who looked genuinely pleased to have us come in. She introduced herself to both us and asked what we were looking for. After we described D's dream dress, we were escorted to dresses that were exactly what we had described. She listened well and gave opinions as to what styles and colors would complement D. Leading us into the fitting room, she explained to D and I that she would be showing us three different styles of dresses that she felt would portray the dress D was dreaming of. [She without a doubt kept D's budget and desires in a dress at mind.] She helped and showed D how to put her wedding dress on and gave her honest opinion how the dresses looked on D. Having the opportunity to select a top and a bottom from two different dresses to make them into ONE dream dress is the most AMAZING thing D and I have ever heard. The graciousness of the owner and the intimate and genuine desire to help us look through dresses is an absolute great quality this shop has. The owner is so knowledgeable and kind hearted, she made our horrid experience at Eva's a mere memory =] read more

I flew to Chicago to go go dress shopping with my bridesmaids and one of my best friends that is also getting married. We booked an appointment here because the reviews led me to believe there would be some great discount dresses here. There was a sale section, but the majority of the dresses were around $1800, which is more than I was looking to spend. I was also not aware that European style gowns were so extravagant. I was looking for something much simpler than this store had to offer. All of the dresses had a lot of poof, or a lot of beading, or a lot of both. Some of them were fun to try on, but if you are looking for something understated and on a budget of $1000 or less, this may not be the store for you. read more

I recently got screwed over by another bridal store out of 5 bridesmaids dresses 2 months away from my wedding (read my other review for that lovely story!) And reached out to Betty here at Laurel Bridal. She was kind, understanding, and also appalled at my story. :( She went right to work in letting me know what my options were, her opinions, and what to do to make sure I get my dresses on time. Couple hours later- my dresses are rush ordered and set to be here at the end of June. What really struck me, is even though I showed obvious anxiety and desperation, she did not take advantage of me, and I can't express how honest and kind that is. Will be sure to refer all my girlfriends to this shop! read more

This was my last stop on my 4-appointment booked Saturday. It is a European boutique, of which I was unaware. So, the dresses are all sized in European sizes. I didn't know what my "European size" was, so I just started grabbing sizes off the rack to try on. The designs in the windows and on the mannequins were REALLY extravagant and some were a little "out there." It made my mom, and future MIL giggle a bit. We pointed and laughed, but some of them were REALLY awesome. Don't let the displays mislead you. This place has some beautiful dresses! There were a lot of one-of-a-kind dresses that were definitely original. I ended up finding my dress here on the well-stocked clearance rack for a GREAT deal. It is very classic, elegant and I know no one else will have one like it. Betty, the dressing room attendant that helped me out got me in and out of the dresses like a machine! If every dress shop could have done what she did, I could've gone to 20 more! It was amazing! I know she also wasn't just trying to make a sale because I put on some crazy ones just for fun, and she was like, "EW! NO! You look like a giant stuffed pillow!" She wouldn't even let me out of the dressing room! :) She was so funny! She hugged me and congratulated me on finding my dress, and yes...my mom cried! I HIGHLY recommend Laurel as a shopping option. read more

Laurel Bridal was one of my last stops when looking for my wedding gown. From the instant I walked in the door, I knew this would be the store I would find the perfect dress. The dresses were beautiful, trendy, some more flashy than others, but most importantly.. unique! I died and went to heaven! These aren't dresses you can find at a David's Bridal. These are show stopping, take-your-breath-away dresses. The owner runs the store. She was very helpful, knowledgeable, and took the criteria for my dream dress and matched it with styles to fit my curvy body type. I picked a style I liked, and from there the dresses kept getting better. She was very attentive and made my experience very pleasant. After a few appointments I chose my dress. There were a few design changes I needed made to the tucking, train and volume, but since she works directly with one seamstress I was able to get all the changes made for an unbelievable price. Thinking back to prom, I think I paid more to get a dress hemmed a few inches off the floor! Worth checking out! A++ read more

Amazing selection, wonderful owner. Beata was so helpful and very reasonable pricing. Very quick with ordering as well as good referrals for alterations. She has a great eye for accessorizing. Highly recommended for all your bridal gown and accessory needs. read more

Laurel Bridal - Bridal Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I had a wonderful experience here. Although I did not end up purchasing my dress from here, my experience was wonderful. She was so kind, listened to me, helped me find dresses I might love, and was extremely patient and supportive the whole time. Her selection was beautiful and all within my budget. I highly recommend coming here. read more

I Love this place, Beata was a great help, i found my dress after 2 try's, it fits perfect and the price was just right. Thank you SOOOOO much, everyone commented on how lovely my dress was and how detailed it was. thank you sooooo sooo much, am so grateful to you for making me look so beautiful. You Rock MUAH!!! read more

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I purchased my wedding dress from Laurel Bridal and I cannot recommend this shop enough! Laurel Bridal has the most unique and beautiful dresses for such reasonable prices. The owner, Beata as well as her colleague Ania were extremely professional and wonderful throughout the whole experience. I cannot even put into words how much I love my wedding dress and I can't wait to wear it on my big day! If you want a dress that stands out and makes you feel absolutely beautiful look no further than Laurel Bridal! read more

Excellent service and selection of dresses! If you're looking for a dress that will make you stand out on your wedding day - come here!

I found the Faragé bridal collection about a year and a half ago and decided that I needed to look at these gowns for my future wedding dress; the only downside was that none of the bridal stores near where I live carry this collection. After searching Faragé's website, I found Laurel Bridal to be the closest store to my house at almost 5 hours away. After some thought and planning, my mother and I made the decision in May 2014 to make an appointment for late October 2014 to visit Laurel Bridal. I called and spoke to Beata (the owner) who made the appointment and I waited until our appointment came due. The day before going to Laurel Bridal, I looked at some other bridal galleries all of which carry the more well-known mainstream designers and either the style was not "me" and/or the cost was just too crazy. I left all those stores feeling defeated and worried that my trip was for nothing. We arrived at Laurel Bridal on a beautiful Saturday morning and when I walked in, I knew exactly why I made the trip to Laurel Bridal --- rows and racks of absolutely stunning dresses and the owner, Beata, was incredibly sweet and helpful. I found my dress in the first 5 minutes of being there and when I tried it on, there was no question it was "the one". I also found the perfect veil and my mother found a few dresses she like for her Mother of the Bride dress. I am thrilled to have a dress for my wedding that is very unique and very me --- and it did not cost a fortune. If you are looking for something different that will make a statement, you must come to Laurel Bridal. read more

I was told about this store by a family friend. I went to their website and they had such incredible dresses by European designers. My mom and I were really counting on this store to have the dress I was looking for. When we got to the store, the owner wasn't there. Instead, her son arrived a few minutes later and told us that she had an emergency and had to visit a friend in the hospital and will be back in an hour and a half. Well, certainly someone else was going to help me find a dress instead of this kid, right? Wrong. So, how do we shop for a dress? He points us to catalogs and mannequins and says that we can customize almost any dress, so if I like a top, but not a skirt, they can do that. Can I try the dresses on? Yea, he'll pull them off the mannequins for me. While my mom and I carry dresses to the messy fitting room, he helps several guys renting suits and a girl picking up a bridesmaids dress. We wait for him to pull dresses off mannequins. Nothing works out and we look at catalogs, but can't make any decisions without someone who's knowledgeable about the designers helping us. This is when I have my break-down and we leave. Now, I know that emergencies do come up, but the owner could've been a little more professional at called me and rescheduled my appointment! Or, maybe sent someone less clueless than her son? 1 star review + 1/2 a star for her son who tried very hard to be helpful and 1/2 star for the beautiful dresses in the catalog that I probably would've purchased had I not been devastated instead. read more

Love this store!! The most beautiful dresses in the world. I got my dress from Beata- Laurel Bridal Salon for my wedding. Most places, dress you need to order almost a year before ur wedding -thats ridiculous , but not here. U can get any time. She provide awesome customer service. Helped with all the ddetails. On my wedding day nobody could take of the eye from me. Even other brides in Downtown were coming to me to complement the dress. LOVE Laurel Bridal read more

I would give a ten star rating to Laurel Bridal!! They had exactly what I was looking for and Beata was great! Excellent customer service! I would definitely recommend Laurel Bridal Boutique!! read more

Laurel Bridal - Bridal Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I absolutely love Laurel bridal! I bought my wedding dress from this boutique for my wedding which was in June. My dress was GORGEOUS! I could not imagine a more perfect dress. The owner Beata is very helpful and gives you a genuine and honest opinion of what suits your figure. I defiantly will recommend this boutique to all my friends and family. No boutique can beat the gowns Laurel has to offer! They are gorgeous and unique , you will not be disappointed. read more

Not only is Beata willing to work with you in any way. These gowns are STUNNING. This is nothing compared to the large franchise stores not even comparable. My gown came in a timely manner. I was referred to a lovely seamstress who altered my dress right before the wedding which was also done within a week. Overall had an amazing experience. If you want to feel like a princess on your big day, I highly suggest coming here!! read more

Beata is a big liar!!! She said all the prices include alterations and then charges for that. Got measures for bridesmaids and measured groomsmen. ALL SIZES WERE WRONG!!! Then she wants to charge 800 for alterations!!! Said groomsmen tux rentals are $70each. When tuxes came, 1 day before wedding, says its 140!!! BIG LIAR!!!! She only nice at the beginning and later treats you like crap!!! Beware of this place!!! Never come even close!!! read more

I had a lovely and very personal experience dress shopping here. Everything was so relaxed and tailored to me. The lady assisting me, Anna was so extremely kind and patience with me and my mother and sister. There is a dress I really want to try on and they confirmed it would be coming in later this month. I am excited to visit this shop again and I really appreciate how helpful Anna was! Thank you!! read more

Laurel bridal is the best wedding shop in town, and Beatka is the sweetest business owner out there. The dresses are great quality and truly one of a kind. My experience was perfect I can't picture it being any better. As soon as I walked in with my wedding dress army Beata greeted us and immediately began answering our numerous questions. I fell in love with the first gown I tried on, and i CANNOT wait see myself in it. Beatka was involved and patient with every dress my friends and family wanted me to try. There was no time limit and she was very involved with my needs. She had great advice, and gave me discounts for hair and makeup. She stressed that she will make sure that everything fits perfectly and assured me that she believes there is no room for mistakes. Beata is very educated and knowledgable about the wedding business, and she will make sure that you feel like a princess on your wedding day! There is absolutely no one better. read more

Beautiful and breathtaking gowns! I walked in one afternoon without an appointment, and the owner, Beata was very friendly and helpful. She is not judgmental or pushy. I was very impressed with the selection. Prices are great. All the dresses I loved were under $1,000. I liked how she let me look at all the dresses myself, rather than pick them out for me (although I'm sure she would do that if you'd like). If you've got a tight budget, she also has some pretty gowns from $100-300. The owner has a relationship with a seamstress, and alterations are cheap. I can't wait to wear my dress! read more

When i first walked into the store i was greeted by the owner who was very friendly. The dresses they carry are quite different than what you normally would find at other Chicago bridal salons. By different i don't mean great, but they are not bad also! Laurel bridal is by no means a cheap place. Dresses that caught my eye were all priced over $2000. I was ready to pay that much or even more money in order to have a unique and stylish European wedding gown. First, I looked at the catalogs and i was very surprised that the front page of the some catalogs was either missing or designers' information was carefully covered with Laurel's Bridal flayers and business cards. When i asked the owner who makes the dress i liked, she just said it's European. Well, i went to try on some dresses and boy was i shocked! Those dresses just didn't feel like a designer European dresses. Trust me that I know what a well made designer gown should feel like. Needless to say that all tags and labels were removed from the dresses.The dresses i picked looked pretty, but they felt VERY VERY CHEAP! It was like something you get from the Chinatown; it looks pretty on a picture, but it's not the best quality item. I liked the style of some dresses, and i was hoping that Laurel bridal sells replicas of some well known brand. I went home dedicated to find out what was the name of that brand and where can i buy an authentic dress. After 2 days of searching the web i found out that the dresses that are sold at Laurel Bridal are NOT replicas and they in fact really come from Europe, but it's a little more complicated... Those dresses are not made in Italy, France or Spain like the owner claims (maybe some of them are, i can only speak for the styles i was interested in). The dresses they sell are made in Poland and Ukraine. I contacted Ukrshic which is a factory based in a small town in Ukraine and they told me that all their dresses cost under $500 (shipping to the US included). They were extremely nice, spoke fluent English and were even willing to make some changes to the dress i liked on their website (which can be viewed in English as well). They said that the dress would be ready in 4 weeks and i should allow another 2-4 weeks for delivery. I didn't end up ordering the dress from them because i wasn't impressed by the fabric quality. I ended up buying an incredible Enzoani gown from the suburban bridal shop for $2500. That gown makes me feel like a princess, you can't even compare it to the dresses sold at Laurel bridal. Personally, i have nothing against Russian, Polish, Ukrainian brands and I'm sure that there are many brides who like me would like their modern styles and affordable prices. I just feel it's very wrong to provide customers with inaccurate information and to build business on lies. It makes me very angry when businesses like Laurel Bridal treat their clients like they are fools. They greet you nicely when you come in and they even make you feel that you are best friends, but in reality all what they care about is a huge profit they make of you. In my opinion, every bride has a right to know how and where her wedding gown was made, especially if it costs more than 2 thousand dollars. read more