I had such a lovely experience at Bijou Bridal! I requested an appointment through their website…read moreand received an email to select a date and time, which was easy and straightforward. Unfortunately, I got caught the traffic of an accident on my way to my appointment and called to see if I could reschedule. Thankfully, they were able to accommodate me in the next available time slot, and I really appreciated their flexibility and understanding! One tip for future brides: parking was a little tricky. Google Maps led me to the upper parking lot, but the correct lot is the lower one across from 7-Eleven/Fedex, so keep that in mind when heading to your appointment. I worked with Pauline, and she was absolutely delightful! She asked about the styles I was looking for, my wedding date, and my venue. She then let my guest and me browse the dresses on the floor and pick out the ones we liked. I especially loved that they had the same dress available in multiple sizes, which made it much easier to try on different styles and get a better idea of how they would look. I was able to try on six dresses, and Pauline also brought out accessories like a lei, veil, and necklaces so I could envision the complete bridal look. I ended up narrowing it down to two dresses and had a hard time deciding between them! Pauline gave me her contact information and the style numbers for the dresses I was considering so I could reach out once I made my decision. She made both my guest and me feel so welcomed throughout the appointment. I also received a thank-you email afterward, which was so kind. Overall, I really enjoyed my experience at Bijou Bridal. Pauline was warm, helpful, and attentive without making me feel pressured. Dress shopping can feel overwhelming, but she made the experience fun and comfortable. I would definitely recommend Bijou Bridal to other brides looking for their wedding dress!

LOVED my dress and the ladies that helped me!!! Wouldn't change anything! Wish I could have 10…read moreweddings to my husband to wear all the dresses I loved!

Let me start off by saying that the ladies who work here are literal ANGELS. They are patient,…read morekind, accommodating, and are truly there to help you find a dress that, in their owners words, "make you feel like a million bucks!" I visited Casablanca over a little less than a year ago now, and from my first visit to my very last, they were amazing. First off, don't be fooled by their smaller boutique, they have many dress options and were super accommodating on me wanting a long sleeve dress to cover my arm tattoos. They were totally non-judgemental and made me feel beautiful no matter what dress I tried on. I ended up going with a fitted mermaid style dress that was not what I expected- I originally wanted an a-line dress but somehow I fell in love with a totally different dress style. The dress was about 1-2 sizes too small, so we ordered the dress in one size up per the owner and 6 months later, my dress came in. Now, the only thing they didn't do was measure me at my first appointment, so unfortunately when the dress came in, it didn't fit me perfectly. It was definitely too tight on my arms and my chest area. They did say they could take out the dress and make alterations, but my mom felt that there wasn't enough room to let it out. They ended up calling the owner, who allowed me to look at a few new dresses that just came in while she checked if they could order my dress in another size up. Mind you, this was 3 months away from my wedding date, so I was really nervous that it wouldn't come in on time. I ended up trying on another dress closer to my original vision, a-line, long sleeve, and totally beautiful. Now this new dress was 2 sizes too big, but because of the original dress mishap, they said they would provide alterations for free! I was stunned by their kindness and their need to make what happened right. So now, 3 months before my wedding, I now had a new dress, and they were able to alter it to fit me perfectly. And listen, their tailor is literally amazing- so don't doubt the power of a great tailor, because the dress literally felt made for me after being way too big. To wrap it up, on my wedding day, my wedding coordinator did not know/could not zip up my dress. I'm going to skip all of the crash out moments (lol), but long story short, we called Casablanca, and they a) tried to explain it over the phone, then b) facetimed us to try and show how to get the dress to zip up, and when that didn't work, they literally drove down to my wedding venue and helped me into my dress. When I tell you these ladies are angels, I MEAN IT. I could not believe how much they were willing to do to make sure I was able to wear my incredibly beautiful dress. THANK YOU Casablanca!!! I cannot recommend them enough. You all are amazing and helped me feel "like a million bucks"!

I have to start off with Rowena, who is amazing at what she does! I came in with an idea, a vision,…read morea budget range, sample images, and although I didn't get exactly what I had envisioned, I came out with an equally beautiful dress within my budget. Made an appt for the next available Saturday which was 3 weeks away. My wedding is 10 months away, so I knew I had to give enough time for shipping. If all goes well, the dress will be arriving 4 months to the wedding, to which we have ample time for dress fitting. There are 2 main waiting areas at Casablanca, downstairs and upstairs. We waited downstairs until the previous party was completed with their appt, to which we then moved upstairs. I showed Rowena pictures, she pulled a 3 options out. I already knew I didn't like the way some of them looked, she then pulled out 3 more. Then I tried them on. By that point, I already narrowed it down to that 2nd set of 3, Rowena had picked out. Came back the next day with my mom and sister for final approvals. Paid for and ordered a dress that Sunday. The process for trying on dresses was seamless and painless, thanks to Rowena. She truly is amazing at her job and makes you feel so comfortable. As for parking, there are a few stalls in their garage, or you can pull up on the grass up front if your car can go off-roading a little bit. There's also street parking nearby, but definitely carpool if you got several people coming by with you.

This is my 2nd or 3rd time at this establishment and I have honestly been blown away by the…read moreexpertise and knowledge. The last time I came here, it was a bit of a headache as we had a groomsman who was out of state and emailed their measurements but they kept saying they never received them and we had a mix up with a family member's attire. However, this most recent visit I came for my friend who is going to be a bride. She expressed what her wishlist was and they noted what would work with her build and physique. (I'm assuming) the owner(?) did not have the best speech abilities, but her knowledge and expertise on fashion and colors was amazing. They even sketched up a mock design of a custom dress for our bride. It was an incredibly educational experience. They noted they could custom-make the bride's dress and also discussed what would work in terms of bridesmaid and groomsmen attire. This establishment truly has my respect as they know their shit.

I booked a bridal dress try-on appointment online for Monday at 10 AM and received an email…read moreconfirming that the appointment was accepted. They had great selection, but the experience felt a little rushed and unwelcoming. A quick note about parking: The parking lot is located behind the building, down a small driveway that could be easy to miss if you aren't looking for it. Parking is also limited, with some spots reserved for businesses that no longer appear to be in business. When we arrived, we were greeted at the door and worked with two ladies who asked about my vision, venue, budget, and wedding date. They were knowledgeable about what I was looking for, but their communication felt very blunt, and I got the impression that they weren't particularly interested in working with me because my wedding was still a year away. It made the appointment feel a little less welcoming than I had hoped for as a bride starting the dress-shopping process. I do wish they had stated their recommended timeline for dress shopping when booking so brides can plan accordingly. On the positive side, I was able to try on seven dresses within the hour. They listened to my feedback about what I liked and didn't like and used that information to help narrow down the options. We did find a dress that checked all my boxes, although it was a few hundred dollars over my budget. They offered to hold the dress for 24 hours while I thought it over, but also explained that new dresses come in regularly, so there was no guarantee it would still be available if I returned. I appreciated being given the option to think about it, though the time pressure made the decision feel a little stressful. Overall, I appreciated the opportunity to try on several dresses and get a better idea of what I wanted. However, the experience could have been more comfortable and welcoming, especially for brides who are new to dress shopping. A little more guidance on the recommended shopping timeline and a warmer approach would have made a big difference.

Miyuki was the very first bridal dress designer I visited, and at the time, I had no idea what I…read morereally wanted. She was so kind and understanding, and went above and beyond by showing me different styles that flattered me and also walked me through the different fabrics she had available. She was also very transparent with her pricing and worked with my budget which I truly appreciated from the start. After my first visit to Miyuki, I also went to Casa Blanca and Bijou Bridal, but I just couldn't find a dress that felt like me. That's when I decided to go back to Miyuki, and I'm so glad I did! She took my vision and turned it into my absolute dream dress. Not to mention the silk fabric she used was STUNNING. On top of that, she was even able to design a beautiful dress for my mom (green dress pictured) with pretty short notice, which meant so much to both of us! Again, the fabric and color she used was GORGEOUS. Her amazing customer service, high attention to detail, and overall quality is truly unmatched. If you're looking for someone who truly listens and delivers beyond your expectations, Miyuki is the one!!

Miyuki is professional, creative and so easy to work with! She was able to take my mom's wedding…read moregown and turn it into the most beautiful wedding gown for me! Not only did Miyuki work tirelessly on the dress, she also put a lot of effort in working with me to make sure the dress turned out perfect! See my dress in action in our same day edit and take a look at the before and after pictures of the dress! ...and yes, she did put a pocket in the skirt for me! https://youtu.be/ntS6ivjvT4w?si=O46lCdqF2HIXPepX

I booked a Bridal First-Look appointment online for 10:00 AM and brought one guest with me. We…read moreparked at the Whole Foods parking lot and walked across the street. We worked with Olivia, and she was an absolute delight! From the moment we arrived, she made me feel comfortable and truly listened to what I thought I was looking for in a wedding dress. As we went through the appointment, she helped me refine my preferences and ultimately discover what I really wanted in my future wedding dress. I appreciated that she encouraged both my guest and me to pull dresses that caught our eye, while also selecting additional gowns based on what she was learning about my style. It felt very collaborative, personalized, and pressure-free. The entire experience was wonderful, and I felt genuinely well taken care of throughout the appointment. Another huge plus is that they offer dress rentals, which is a fantastic budget-friendly option for brides. 10/10 experience--highly recommend to any bride looking for a fun, comfortable, and supportive dress-shopping experience!

My experience with Masako Bridal was smooth sailing from first try on, thru fitting/alterations to…read moredress pick up. Olivia and Rachel helped me thru the process. It took total of 5 appointments and dress pick up. Initially I liked both Jenny Yoo Martina dress ( simple, elegant style) and then Lillian West dress ( Boho floral lace style) that Rachel brought out to try on last. But for 2nd try on appointment, Jenny Yoo dress I liked was sold before I could try it on again. Their summer sale event ( all dresses discontinued from their racks on sale, so they can make room for new dress inventory) was going to occur the following week. I knew at that moment that I needed to select Lillian West dress, as my other option since there was no other dress from racks I wanted to try on from inital appointment and this appointment. The style I liked was A line, v neck with nice dress train and not too gothic, over bling out. With that summer sale, they cannot hold inventory for customers as it first come, first served when the shop opens. I selected that Lillian west dress before it sells off the racks. Rachel honored, gave me the sale price $500 with tax. With the alterations too, cost for the dress was over $1600 with total price of just under $1,000 for both dress, dress bag and alterations together. What a steal compared to show" Say yes to the dress", all the dresses at Kleinfield cost way more and other dress shops on the island. With the fittings, seeing both the dress with wedding veil I bought from Etsy seller along with the pearl drop earrings from Amazon, image of me as bride was stunning and made me feel like I'm ready to say I do. Masako held onto the dress until day before my December wedding as I was nervous if my cats destroy my dress happiness. I got many compliments from friends, family and my husband's co-workers who thought that dress was beautiful along with make up, hair style I had done. Very glad I went with Masako and genuinely recommend to future and engaged gals to come here if you are budget friendly shopper as the managers will work with your budget and provide recommendations. Please make an appointment online as they are appointment only, no walk in are allowed. Parking is at Whole Foods parking lot and walk over. But if you are picking up dress or having it cleaned/preserved, you are allowed to park in their assigned stalls, that way you do not carry that heavy thing across the street.

Shopping in Downtown Honolulu, Hawaii…read more.. Looking for a gown for a formal wedding, I entered Do's Formal. Located on the corner of King Street and Smith Street, I parked in a loading zone which is free after 4pm. Inside, the store is filled with many gowns and even tuxedos! The variety colors and styles is overwhelming. I saw the arrows on the ground which help customers because a person could get lost in there! Service was friendly in the beginning, but cooled off in the end when I didn't like the dress that was suggested to me. I went in the dressing room, but didn't need help with the zipper. I did pull the straps shorter for a better fit, but tailoring the dress would be too much. If you need a wedding gown, suit, or prom dress, take a look here! Some styles look like beauty pageant fashion!

Jackie, the owner, is very nice, friendly and personable! We were lucky to walkin last Sunday and…read morewere the only customer! Her staff pulled 3 dresses for my were daughter who was shopping for a wedding dress for a Fall wedding 2026. We had gone to 2 stores in LA where she lives and couldn't find anything in her price range, under $1,000. I had made 2 bridal appointments since she is home for the holidays! The first one we canceled because the girl who was going to assist had a cough! Even though, she would wear a mask, we didn't want to take any chances! So fortunately, we went here Do Formals! It is in Chinatown and since it was a Sunday, we could find street parking! The first 2 dresses fitted her perfectly! "Like a glove" no alterations needed except to hem! They both were beautiful that we couldn't decide which one we liked more! It was the same price too $799! My daughter decided on the second one cause it would match her lacy sneakers and it had pockets! Who doesn't like a dress with pockets! Jackie helped us find the perfect veil! The lace on the outer edges matched the lace of her dress! The veil was so reasonable too! Only $69! What a deal! Spending 90 minutes to find the PERFECT gown and veil within her budget was so Lucky! It was fate! Will be back to get it hemmed! Thanks a million Jackie for all your help and valuable recommendations!

I planned a pandemic elopement within a few weeks and wanted a ready-made rental wedding gown that…read morewouldn't need alterations. This store is perfect for shorter brides like me since their dresses are already hemmed. Toko and the rest of the staff were incredibly accommodating and responded quickly to emails. Thank you so much for the lovely dress and for making the experience so stress free! I would recommend to friends and family looking for a rental; they also have non-wedding dresses and menswear too.

I didn't want to spend too much money for a wedding dress that I would only wear once and also…read morewanted to support local. I decided to rent and decided to go with Lidia. The workers are very kind and accommodating. The dress was a reasonable price, pretty, in great condition and with accessories. I'm so glad I went with Lidia. I am petite and they cater mostly for Japanese people, so I'm not sure if they have larger sizes. Call or email them because their hours are limited. For the month of July, they were only open on Thursdays but they did respond to phone calls and emails. Location is in the Watamull building.

We're all guilty of posting #latepost and #aboutlastnight on IG or Facebook. So I guess it's okay…read moreto post #lateyelpreviews too lol.  Second time to Bloom by Weddings & Things, first time was back in 2019 when my Mom flew down for the day to pick out her Maria Clara for my sister's wedding. If you're not familiar with what that is, it's basically a formal women's long dress that is worn at special occasions or events. That day I also purchased a Barong Tagalog for myself as I also walked my sister down the aisle representing my late father. A Barong Tagalog is a men's formal shirt, majority in beige color, but also comes in other solid or ombre colors.  This past weekend, I had to go in to purchase another Barong for my grandfather's funeral. He will be wearing it in his casket at his upcoming memorial service. Via is the shopkeeper who runs Bloom and I met her 2 years ago, she is lovely and extra personable, efficient with what she does. Her shop didnt have many to choose from as she she's been busy with other orders for funerals, and her next large shipment isnt until end of May. I was happy to know that the perfect shirt was on hand, in the perfect size. As much as I'd love to go back to The Philippines to and have an abundant selection of Barong to choose from, a last minute roundtrip ticket with 2 weeks worth of quarantine is not ideal during this time hehe. FYI Bloom by Weddings & Things also provides floral arrangements for special occasions too.

This is a one stop wedding shop! I bought my father's barong tagalog here unfortunately they don't…read morehave the right size in stock. But Via was was able to order more sizes from the Philippines and it came about a week. I also ordered my ceremony flowers from her and she did a beautiful job executing my vision. Overall I am very satisfied with her service!

Joan and Jaelyn are wonderful. As a destination bride, they listened to all…read moreof the details and executed everything to perfection. I am thankful of them for taking such great care of our wedding and making it the most special day for the groom and I. I would recommend them over and over again!

Joan, the owner was super friendly and helpful with everything that I needed--from the type of…read moredress that I wanted, recommendations on my hair and makeup artist, the venue, and cake. Everything was super organized and made my wedding journey stress free. The dress was super cheap compared to buying in my own opinion. 10/10 recommend if you're looking for good quality dresses to rent, and someone to plan your wedding/event.

We would give them 0 stars if we could. The customer service is terrible. My daughter didn't like…read morethe dress she tried on (I can tell because I'm her mom) but the lady got super mad at my daughter because she didn't want to come out from the fitting room. The lady was so pushy, my daughter wanted to cry so we left the store immediately after. I tried to be polite and tell both man and lady thank you, but they both ignored me and didn't even look at me. So rude. Go to Do's formal instead, it's only a block away!!

Stop #4 and I had high hopes when we first stepped in. The gentleman at the door was polite and…read morewelcoming. The space is small but they have lots of options clear up to the ceiling utilizing all the space available. My daughter wanted to see a short sleeve lace top dress in mauve and the lady at the back of the store said No. "The color too old for you. Try maroon, better, younger. That's your size." #strike1. Then my daughter asked to see a full skirt gown. Again the lady said No. "You big. Big skirt gonna make you bigger" as she spread her hands out in front of her like a ball. #strikeWTF My daughter tried on the maroon dress and then this baby blue dress the lady shoved into her dressing room without knocking. Never coming back here. Glad for people who had a nice experience though.