I'm not a big shopper so I was super anxious for my first bridal appointment. I couldn't have asked for a better guide to my afternoon than Megan! She taught me so much about different styles, fabrics, and silhouettes. She genuinely gave me so much time and attention to feel out maybe 12-15 dresses (pretty sure I exceeded my time gowns )! Not once was I pressured to make a decision. What struck me the most was that she was so intelligent about each dress in her inventory. She was a wizard at piecing together exactly what I was looking for and coming back to the fitting room with more options. I ended up finding my gown at another store, but I can't say goodbye to WE without a huge thank you. So, THANK YOU helped me get over the anxiety and actually enjoy dress shopping! CT brides- you're in for an affordable, attentive, and fun experience :) read more

My daughter said, "yes to the dress"! She looked stunning. Her dress is beautiful. They have a wide selection with many gorgeous dresses. It was hard to choose. The consultant was knowledgeable and so helpful and sweet. read more

What a gorgeous bridal shop! Came here as a guest for my best friend and she found her dress the same day! Her consultant Liz was amazing! I got married in 2018 and had some bad luck at different bridal shops but never came here - now I wish I did! Liz was so attentive to my friend's likes and dislikes and was able to pull the perfect dress that combined all the things she liked from the previous dresses she tried on during the 90-minute appointment. When she tried on "the one" she immediately knew - and all of us did too! Absolutely incredible job by Liz and definitely recommend checking out the Wedding Embassy as you shop for a wedding dress!! read more

The Wedding Embassy - Bridal Near Me - Oakville, Connecticut

I came here for my wedding dress and had an amazing experience. I am from RI and was able to easily book an appointment through the website. They followed up with details as the appointment approached. When I was there, I had the most amazing "assistant". They help you grab dresses within your budget and based off of what you love. They made the appointment very low pressure. A lot of amazing options here... you have to try out the wedding embassy, you won't regret it! read more

The Wedding Embassy - Bridal Near Me - Oakville, Connecticut

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Came here to wedding dress shop after having heard multiple recommendations. There was good street parking availability by the shop. There was an industrial feel to the building and a ton of dresses to choose from. It was an interactive experience where everyone from my party was able to select dresses for me to try on. Staff was friendly and really helped me understand what I liked to find the perfect dress. I was able to find my dress on my first try! Prices were as expected for a wedding dress but had a good variety within the price range I was looking to stay around. I like that there is a cap for alteration cost, so you can stay within budget and expect the additional amount to spend. I would definitely recommend! read more

After going to MANY shops for wedding dresses, this was by far the best experience. Mikayla was so helpful in explaining the process and listening to what I wanted. Me and my family were given clips and allowed to browse through all the dresses and 'clip' the ones I wanted to try on. Mikayla pulled some suggestions as well as to what I wanted. While trying them on, she would set up the dress and then step behind a curtain until I was ready for her to button it up or zip it. The privacy was appreciated! A few dresses there were small changes I wished to make and Mikayla was able to explain how they could make that work! 10/10 experience and I would highly recommend this for any bride looking for a dress!!! read more

I literally could cry how perfect my experience was here! I've dreaded shopping for a plus size wedding gown my entire life and figured I'd be asked to try on everything that didn't fit to imagine what it would look like if it was in my size. Not here!! They had nearly every dress I wanted to try on in my size! We were able to browse the rack first which was nice just for ideas and preferences. But she also pulled a lot of things she thought I would like too! We narrowed it down and tried on my top choices again last. She was moving us along nicely and I didn't feel rushed but efficient! I honestly didn't try on ANYTHING I liked at julie Allen (the dresses also didn't fit me) near where I live and at the wedding embassy there were at least 4 I loved! Krissy helped me out and I felt very comfortable with her. I haven't picked my wedding dress yet but I'm nearly positive it will be one from this experience! I'd post a picture but I don't want the fiancé to see since he scopes out my reviews :) read more

Came here today with my best friend, she had an appointment to try on wedding dresses. We had gone to David's Bridal earlier in the day, and showed our salesperson a pic of the dress she loved that was the top contender. She proceeded to say that my friend looked like a "blob" in that dress, and later on brought it up again and said she looked like a "whale". Seriously?! Totally rude and completely turned all of us off. Needless to say, she didn't buy a dress from there and we went back to David's Bridal. Customer service here needs serious work. read more

Let me start off by saying, my dress was beautiful and perfect. Let me continue by saying that it was the least pleasant experience I had during the whole wedding planning process. The first time I went was on Champagne Sunday. Such a blast. The girl that pulled dressed for me was a delight. However, the "oops this is out of your budget" stunt was a bummer. The staff should really check before they pull stuff. Either way, I loved the dress and went with it. Once it was ordered I get an email saying "oops, this dress was back ordered and we didn't know so it might be really late and close to the wedding when it arrives". Okay, I can roll with things like that. So we scheduled my fittings in advance as a precaution. Two fittings within a week of each other. The last within 2 days of the second. I go to my first fitting. No one even says "hello" for the longest time. Then, I get fitted and the dress is very snug. I tell the seamstress I'll wait until my next fitting to let it out if I need to. The owner comes over and rudely says "do you really think your body is going to change?". Wow. Unprofessional. Ridiculous. Rude. Come back for my next fitting. Guess what? Dress fit perfect. Thank God I didn't let them let it out!!!! The seamstress didn't show me how to bustle and said that she would show me when I picked it up. I go to pick up my dress. Again, waiting at the front and no one says "hello" or anything. Finally go to the back and the seamstress goes "are you going to pay?" as if I was some sort of deadbeat that wouldn't have paid for my dress alterations. Which, by the way, the seamstress only takes cash. What is this? Bootleg style alterations? Even my friend was like "wow, she seems rude. What was that?". I pay her and she asks if I need change. I did. I don't know if she expected a tip but after the way I was treated, that wasn't going to happen. She rolls her eyes. Then I ask her to show me how to bustle. She goes "I didn't already show you?". I say no and she rolls her eyes again and slaps her hands down. Clearly annoyed, shows me and my friend. Such incredibly rude people. I would NEVER have a bride go there. As soon as the dress sale is made they treat you like trash. I wish I took it elsewhere to get altered. Somewhere that wouldn't make rude comments. Just all around a horrible experience. That being said my dress (that they DID NOT have to let out) was amazing. My advice? If you want to buy from there, fine. Take it somewhere else to get altered. read more

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I was trying to find a great tailor in CT, did not buy my dress here, however, I did get a tailoring quote and from the second I stepped into building, I felt very welcome! I also felt they had a great variety of dresses and should have looked there first! Joseph set everything up for my and answered my 5000 questions I had before I made an appointment. He was super helpful and was very knowledgeable about WE products. My tailor who was providing the consultation, Linda, was amazing! She told me the things I needed and things I didn't need (but if I wanted them she could do them). Her customer service was so great and everyone was so nice and helpful! I went ahead and started my fitting and was very happy with the service I walked out with. They all followed the COVID-19 safety protocols and everything was great! Would recommend them 100 times over and over! read more

I loved absolutely everything about this place! From the layout, the process, the staff, you name it- I couldn't find a complaint if I tried. Megan was so great to work with- she was patient and attentive, and before long she knew what I wanted before I even did. It is the coolest setup, too, in an old factory building with a beautiful layout. Cannot recommend The Wedding Embassy enough! read more

The Wedding Embassy is fantastic! Let me explain... For my first appointment, I went to Marie's Bridal in Fairfield. It was AWFUL. They didn't have many dresses and what they had were in very small sizes. They barely helped us, scoffed at my wanting sleeves, and when the sample I tried on was too snug, one woman commented - "Well, it almost fits. Maybe lose some weight before next year..." Seriously?! Look, I want to lose weight like every other bride. But how dare you say something like that to a girl trying on dresses for the first time? I left the store in tears. On a whim, we headed to Wedding Embassy - thank god! It was very busy, but they let us browse and said we could schedule an appointment before leaving. After browsing and ready to go, to my surprise, they were able to fit me in and did so on the spot. I worked with Lorraine who made me feel better about myself and the whole process. She also helped guide me to a style of dress I was nervous to try, and which looks WAY better on me than anything I was picking. She nailed it! I can't recommend this place enough. Go! read more

I had the pleasure of wedding dress shopping for my daughter on Saturday !! Julie was AMAZING !! She was professional, funny, very knowledgeable and really made my daughter felt like she dealing with a friend of the family. My daughter left with the dress of her dreams !!!!!!!!! I give this place a 10 star if I could !! read more

Had a wonderful experience here! The space is well designed with a wide selection of dresses in different styles. My stylist was extremely knowledgeable -- about styles, fabrics, alteration costs, etc. She helped me identify what I did and did not like, pulled things for me to try based on what she was hearing in the room, and helped me identify what worked best for my body. She was present and helpful, but not pushy in any way. They were kind enough to let me come back again with my sister for a second try on, sorting through some confusion I had around which dress was which and what could/could not be done in alterations. Would highly recommend! read more

I'll start off by saying that when as a bride The Wedding Embassy is wonderful. The Sunday private shopping experience is amazing with mimosas. Also, the trunk shows are great as well! However, as a bridesmaid it wasn't the best experience. I understand that this time of year is incredibly busy. Everyone getting engaged from the holidays must really stress out the wedding business. We had an 11:30 appointment at WE. We weren't brought back to the dressing room until 12PM. Luckily we knew exactly what dress we needed because we had been the week before and narrowed down the details. The MOH pulled it and brought it back to where we were. We all tried it on and then sat around waiting for someone- anyone- to measure us. When we were about to leave some bridesmaids left early and waited at the front desk for ten minutes to put their deposit down. No one was there to accept their money. When someone finally did come up to the desk- they didn't offer help so those bridesmaids left. I feel bad for our bride who is already stressed enough. This is supposed to be a joyous occasion but now she has to worry about everyone putting their deposit down in a timely manner. read more

The Wedding Embassy was the greatest dress experience! Prior to our visit, I had gone to four other dress shops looking for my perfect wedding dress. I was beginning to feel somewhat discouraged, wondering if my dream dress didn't exist. Then came Lorraine. If ever there was a dress whisperer - it is Lorraine. She made me feel amazing throughout the whole experience. She listened to each small detail and comment I made to pull the right dresses for me. I was afraid I wouldn't find one dress I loved, and now have to decide between two amazing gowns. I cannot thank Lorraine enough for listening to me and helping me find my dream dress! I cannot wait to go back and make my final decision! If I could give more than five stars I would! Thank you Lorraine and the Wedding Embassy! read more

I've been shopping here before as a bridesmaid and had a positive experience so it was my first stop in trying on dresses for my own wedding. Megan was phenomenal and I can't say enough good things about this shop. I'll be buying my dress here and recommending it to my friends for their upcoming weddings! read more

Top Notch. Beautiful space. Huge selection. Megan is a true professional and really knows her craft. Team is attentive and professional. Every one of my referrals leaves happy and beautiful. Only place In the area I refer! read more

I loved my experience at the wedding Embassy! I did a champagne Sunday and it was perfect!! I had the BEST service and there was no one else in the store which made the experience so much more intimate. My stylist listened to me and really helped narrow down my choices! I recommend them to anyone getting married! read more

I would highly recommend the Wedding Embassy for a wedding dress. Lorraine (one of the consultants) was the best. She never rushed me and helped me with finding the perfect dress. She was always there when I needed her! The Wedding Embassy has a large selection of affordable and beautiful dresses! read more

I had an appt with Chrissy on Saturday for bridal dress shopping. She made everything so easy, comfortable, and even fun! I really appreciated her patience and kindness, and I ended finding the perfect dress. She also was super helpful answering all of my questions. read more

We recently went to try on wedding dresses for my daughter. We were told to clip dresses that we liked. After clipping quite a few the consultant brought them into my daughter and said oh no these will not work. She bought in a few others we tried on all of three dresses. Then was told we do not have anything else that will fit you. It was not a good experience for a first wedding dress experience. We have since gone to another shop and had a wonderful positive experience. Consultants should be more careful of a brides feeling if the customer isn't a size 2. I would not recommend this shop at all. read more

I had such a wonderful experience at The Wedding Embassy! FYI the building is a giant old factory building but don't let looks deceive you! The space is absolutely gorgeous and every employee made sure to make me feel like I had their undivided attention. I said YES to a dress but since my wedding is so far off in the future (18 months) the owner insisted I not rush into buying the dress and instead told me to come back in 4 months, try the dress on again and then make my decision. I was so relieved she suggested this and there was no pressure to buy the dress that day! read more

I said yes to the dress at The Wedding Embassy. Could not say enough good things about this place. Every single person who helped me was amazing!! Megan the owner was a huge help and also Barbara along with everyone else (wish I remembered names) I was indecisive and kept changing my mind and they did not make me feel rush or pressured. I've been to many bridal shops and kept coming back to the embassy. I highly recommend it to any bride or even someone looking for a special occasion dress or even tuxedo rentals :) read more

This place is not only spacious and aesthetically pleasing, but very professional! The staff there were very knowledgeable, friendly, and extremely helpful. I came out having a ton more knowledge, than I walked-in with. They also have a very good selection of dresses in a wide price range. I highly recommend this place! read more

This was my third wedding dress store. I was having trouble finding something in my size that I liked and was in my price range. Not only was Meghan wonderful as my fitter - the experience was outstanding for my mom and future mother-in-law as well. I would recommend this store to anyone! ( plus they sell their samples!) read more

Attendant Allison was rude, pushy, inattentive and unprofessional. She left me to zip up my own dresses at least 6 different times and one of them was to pay for her takeout order! She didn't know her inventory and told me I could purchase the dress I liked at another store. It was a horrible experience for a bride and I had full intentions on buying a dress from the wedding embassy! I would not recommend them! read more

This is a beautiful store! Just visiting was an experience. Unfortunately, despite the fact that they had beautiful dresses, they didn't have exactly what I was looking for in my price range (I did find it somewhere else). However, the owner was wonderful and more than willing to work in a limited price range and we had a great experience! read more

This was the first stop on my quest to find a dress and I couldn't have asked for a better time! I was smiling the whole time. Had GREAT help finding dresses. Gorgeous dresses! No pressure. No guilt into buying something right then. Very knowledgeable. Clean, happy, ENJOYABLE atmosphere. I could go on for days talking about how much I love this place! I will most likely be going back to buy the dress I loved. This place is amazing!!!!! I highly recommend this place! read more

Let me start off by saying I made an appointment on a Sunday which was just me and my girls, so there were no other customers in the store. We had Chrissy help us, I found the dress we liked, told us it was made to be strapless, when it really wasn't. She also measured my maid of honor wrong. In the notes she forgot to write " strapless " they said it must of slipped her mind, I would say that's something big. When I picked up the dress that's when I saw the straps the owner said that style wasn't meant to be strapless. When I asked if they could waive the fee of alterations she told me no. They told me they would do a rush order on my maid of honors dress , that would take a few weeks which I understand, but didn't bother to call and tell me it got stuck in customs. There for I would not recommend this place, or maybe find someone who knows how to measure correctly. read more

I bought my wedding dress from the wedding embassy last summer & I loved the entire experience. They made me feel so comfortable and they didn't give me any issues at all. I always recommend this place to friends because the dresses are so beautiful and affordable. read more

I have nothing but great things to say about this bridal shop. The atmosphere is so unique, but also warm and inviting. They have an amazing selection of bridal gowns within a reasonable price range, and the staff are absolutely fantastic. Krissy and Megan are absolutely amazing human beings and they are so knowledgeable and helpful. Krissy helped me for my champagne Sunday appointment (which is a must in my opinion!) and she knew exactly what I wanted before I did. She was absolutely amazing and I would go to her again and again and again if I could. Megan was equally so when I came back to pick up my dress and helped me pick out my veil and accessories while also helping me find ways to customize color to match my dress. I also moved to Florida after picking up my dress and they have continued to be absolutely amazing even from afar. I love this bridal shop so much I have recommended it to all my engaged friends again and again. If I ever had to get married again I wouldn't go any where else. read more

Great selection in a variety of price ranges, personalized service, friendly staff, skilled seamstresses, and a neat location in the old pin shop. Check it out. Mothers of the bride (or groom!) ask for Dolly. She will find you the perfect dress. read more

Beautiful shop, excellent customer service. They participate in Brides Across America which is so wonderful and the dresses they offer for it are gorgeous. I absolutely Loved mine. read more

The Wedding Embassy was the 2nd place I went to try on dresses. The place itself is beautiful. Don't be afraid of the outside. They have the process down. When you walk in they give you clips to attach to the hangers of the dresses you like then they pull them for you and put them in your dressing room (which I might add is the biggest dressing room I've ever been in). This is done by your own person to help ONLY you. She even picks a couple dresses for you based on what you tell her you like. Each dressing room has its own sitting area for your friends and family to wait for you to come out and stand on your pedestal. The entire experience made me feel so good, so special and taken care of. Megan (the awesome owner) didn't even have the dress that I ended up picking for me to try on but I bought if from her anyway (she ordered it for me). My dress came in a day earlier than she said. I can't wait for my first fitting in a couple weeks!! She's so sweet and helpful. Like I said, best experience ever!! read more

I have friends in the Wolcott area that suggested I try the Wedding Embassy, after trying on a hundred dresses other places. I heard from many people how beautiful the boutique was, that they had everything I'd need or even think of and the staff was amazing. Hannah helped me on my first appointment and she was perfect. She really listened to what I felt I wanted to try on. I picked out a few dresses and she picked out one for me to try. On the hanger, I felt like ehhh its ok, but she knew what she was talking about. The dress she picked out for me was the one I fell in love with and ordered. Everything about my dress made me feel perfect. My fittings have gone smoothly and Linda has been very accommodating. Lorraine is another very nice employee that I had the pleasure of meeting and chatting with the last time i was there. The owner always says hello and goodbye to make, and has made sure my experience was good. They have racks and racks of georgeous gowns. They have jewelry, veils, hair pieces, mother of the bride gowns, flower girl dresses, bridesmaid dresses, tuxedos and suits, etc. Its a one stop shop. You must go, bride! read more

I had such a great experience finding my wedding dress here! I felt so comfortable! The employees were so kind and helpful. I loved my dress and have no regrets. Thank you! read more

Simply put, Meghan is the best! First visited her at the old location on main st, and fell in love with her care and customer focus. Cannot speak more highly of her and the services she provides. Have recently visited her new shop in the old pin shop and her business has grown tenfold beyond what I could have imagined. A huge selection of beautiful dresses in a wide variety of prices. Worth every moment. Couldn't be happier. Would return 10/10 read more