You've done all your wedding dress research now you're ready to shop, and we're here to help! Today we're revisiting one of our most popular blog posts featuring some of our favorite local bridal boutiques, plus a few new faves. Each of which offers classic, unique, or traditional bridal gown options; your wedding dress dreams are sure to come true. So grab your entourage, your heels, and pop some bubbly; let the dress shopping begin!

BUT, who would we be if we didn't give you a few tips first? Before you get your shop on, make sure you know:

Price Range - Stay firm and realistic.

Style - Use your Pinterest to your advantage! Narrow your preference down 4 or 5 dresses you love for inspiration.

Designers - Having a few favorite designers will help your bridal consultant pinpoint your style. It may also guide your shopping since not all shops carry all designers.

Don't Over Shop - A million different appointments will lead to fatigue (decision and otherwise).

Crew - Keep your entourage to VIPs only.

Opinions - Don't let other's opinions dictate your style. We know it's easier said than done, but it's imperative that what you want comes first.

Movement - Think about the movement of the day. If you can't sit or dance or walk in your dream dress, maybe it's not the right dress for your day.

Take Pictures - Take pictures if you can! This will keep the gorgeousness fresh, and you can look back at them when you're tempted to continue shopping or aren't ready to pull the buying trigger just yet.

Know Your Body - Shop for the body that you have. You may have a big workout plan, but it only adds unnecessary stress and pressure to an already stressful process if you know that one little slip might cost you your perfect fit.

Lean Into Your Style - Don't default to traditional! Your wedding dress doesn't have to white or long or even a dress! You make the rules.

Ask Questions! - Consultants are there to help, so ask away.

Do the handle alterations? What's the turnaround?
How much is the dress? (Hopefully, your consultant respects your price range, but just in case, make sure you're asking so you don't fall in love with something you can't afford)
What are the right undergarments for the dress?
Is there a matching veil or accessories?

Stop - Once you find a dress you love, one that you can envision yourself in, STOP SHOPPING! They'll always be more dresses, but you have to pick one. So once you do, quit.

a&bé bridal shop dallas | 154 glass street

Lovely Bride | 2500 routh street

Photo | Lovely Bride Photographer | Valerie Thompson

Grace Loves Lace | 1411 dragon street

Patsy's, A Bridal Boutique | 2933 n henderson ave

Brilliant Bridal Dallas | 142 howell street

Shopping Alternatives

Traditional wedding boutiques not your thing? There are other options!

Asos is uber affordable and offers an array of sizes and styles.
Reformation has a White Dress section filled with trendy, chic, and affordable wedding dress options.
Second-Hand shops like Still White offer tons of gorgeous preowned wedding dresses.

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Ladies, let’s face it...your wedding dress is literally a magical dream in itself! You begin envisioning this gorgeous creation when you're a little girl and fantasize about it all of your life. Lusting over your dress from the time of your fairy princess days to the years of marriage with your spouse whilst you revisit the gown through old photos and memories, a wedding dress should truly be a garment that effortlessly and perfectly makes you feel like the most stunning and breath taking bride imaginable.

Luckily for you, the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex is a mecca for all things beauty and shopping related and this of course includes some of the nations best bridal boutiques. From extravagant top dollar gown designers to sample sale markdowns, DFW has an array of options available for the bride on the perfect dress hunt!

a & bé bridal shop
Located in only three cities around the nation, a and bé bridal caters to the modern and creative bride who is looking for something extra unique and divinely special. Whether it's a dress from an emerging designer or something sweetly bohemian and romantic, this team of stylish gown experts aim to ensure that you receive the full enjoyment that all brides crave when dress shopping, without any extra chaos. Think fresh, chill, and whimsical! We absolutely love this bridal shop and we know that you will feel the same!

Stanley Korshak Bride
For the haute couture bride interested in designer gowns and crème de la crème pampering, Dallas’ very own Stanley Korshak is an exceptional choice. From Vera Wang and Romona Keveza to Michael Medina and Ines Di Santo, nothing will make you feel more like bridal royalty than the gowns and bridal accessories lining the walls and filling the space of this iconic and family owned Dallas luxury retailer. After receiving countless awards throughout the years for their service and selection, you are bound to fall in love here with everything that screams opulent elegance!

The Blushing Bride Boutique
For the bride who wants to browse an assortment of affordable to mid-range dresses within a gorgeously decorated intimate space, The Blushing Bride Boutique located in Frisco is surely a winner! From classic to more casual designs, you will feel as though you are spending the day in a wedding wonderland filled with lace, jewels, chandeliers, mirrors, and artwork everywhere you turn! Awarded Hall of Fame after four consecutive years of Best of Weddings from The Knot, The Blushing Bride will not disappoint your wedding shopping endeavors!

Warren Barron Bridal
Described by one of the owner’s, Elle Warren Harman, as “so much more than a beautiful store with beautiful gowns”, Warren Barron Bridal was established in 2006 and has without a doubt become a local must-visit for the bride who is looking to wow herself and her wedding guests! Located in Snider Plaza shopping center, Warren Barron Bridal offers seasonal trunk shows and oftentimes hosts sample sales with unbeatable markdowns on designers such as Monique Lhuillier, Austin Scarlett, Marchesa, and more! Schedule a private appointment and prepare yourself to be dazzled and delighted.

Bridal Boutique of Lewisville
Family owned and operated since 1990, this bridal boutique focuses not only on ensuring that the bride feels her best but also that her mother and bridesmaids are able to personally join in on the shopping experience and find dresses that best suit their styles and needs. Adjacent to the main bridal salon is a 5000 square foot space filled to the brim with dresses for the mother and bridal party! Credited as providing the “best selection anywhere,” you must visit this boutique… So, what are you waiting for? Go now!

**Wedding Dress Happy Hour Alert: A Bridal Closet is an outlet boutique located in the Willow Bend mall and sells discounted dresses from three of Dallas’ most well-known bridal shops: Stardust Celebrations, Lulu’s, and A Curvy Bride. All three of these shops are well-known top bridal spots! Add them to your list as well and be sure to call in advance before visiting any bridal shop to book an appointment or verify that walk-ins are welcome.

We hope that you will enjoy visiting these places as much as we enjoyed writing about them! Nearly every single bridal gown requires multiple fittings and alterations so be sure to give yourself ample time before your wedding date to explore all of your options and shop with joy instead of crunch-time cram mode!

Celebrate Colorfully wishes you the best of luck on your dress search and the sweetest of tears when you finally slip into “the one’ of your dreams! Thank you for reading and until next time, happy wedding planning!

All photos from bridal boutiques' website or Instagram

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