Top 10 Places for Wedding Dresses in Boston
It’s time to say “yes” to the dress. With an overwhelming amount of options out there, how do you know where to go to ensure you will find the gown of your dreams? We broke it down for you based on ratings, awards, reviews and selection:
- L’élite Bridal Boutique – For the modern bride who is looking for a selection right off the runway. The service you receive is unmatched; visits are by appointment only to guarantee one-on-one consultants and tailors ready to custom fit you into the full elegance. L’elite was voted Boston Magazine’s Best Place for Wedding Dresses three years running and has top reviews on WeddingWire and The Knot; with those statistics, this tops our list. *14 Newbury Street, Boston – 617.424.1010 – lelite.com*
- Ceremony – For the freewheeling bride with a sophisticated sense of style. Their team curates collections of exquisite, can’t-find-em-anywhere-else gowns. Set in a cool industrial loft style boutique that gives you boho vintage vibes met with the dedicated stylist service every bride deserves. If uniqueness is a must for your gown, Ceremony has you covered. *53 River St., Boston – 857.277.1669 – ceremony-boston.com*
- Flair – For the extravagant bride on a practical budget. Known for their laid-back but upscale shopping experience; Flair concentrates on the specific needs of the bride without the high-pressure sales techniques. All gowns are practically priced for $4,000 or less. A plus for winter weddings; they also rent furs to keep you looking posh while keeping warm. *140 Newbury Street, Boston-617.247.2828 – flairbridesmaid.com*
- Musette Bridal – For the fashion forward bride who is looking for styles from around the globe. Their selection is described as international non-mainstream high-end designer. As part of the L’elite family they also provide on-site alterations and ability to craft a custom gown to your specifications. Rome or Paris style without the price tag or jet lag sounds like a dream to me! *123 Newbury Street, Boston – 617.424.1070 – musettebridal.com*
- Firas Yousif Originals – For that bespoke bride who is looking for a one of a kind couture look. Firas, the designer himself, is known to make every bride feel as though they are his only client and ensures that you are choosing the right style and fit for your special day. You can choose from existing designs that have already been made and have it custom fitted or work one-on-one to design a once in a life time look that is guaranteed to woo. *35 Newbury Street, Boston – 617.262.0100 – firasyousiforiginals.com*
- Boston Bridal Rack – For the savvy bride who is looking for a couture design from off the rack. With an extensive selection of wedding couture designers up to 80% off, this place is definitely worth a look when working with a tight budget. The services offered mirror the higher-end boutiques with one-on-one appointments and expert tailors for everything from simple alterations to customization. *419 Boylston Street, Boston – 617.424.1090 – bostonbridalrack.com*
- I Do Wedding Dresses and Photography – For the busy bride looking for a one-stop-shop. Services range from boutique gown shopping with one-on-one consults to hair and make-up packages, photo booth rentals or professional photography packages. To sweeten the pot, your dress purchase also includes one alteration and an embellishment. Did someone say free veil? Yes, please! *283A Tremont Street, Boston – 857.317.2348 – idowedding.co*
- Vera Wang – For the traditional bride looking for a time-honored design. Vera Wang is a household name in bridal and a pioneer in beautifully modern detailing with ornate beading and tulle embellishments. With an iconic line of designs that are complimented every spring and fall with her newest creations; there is truly a design to appeal to every bride. *73 Newbury Street, Boston – 617.424.1060 – verawang.com*
- Bluethread Bridal – For the hands-on bride looking for a handmade masterpiece. Their team will work hand in hand with you to design a designer quality, custom wedding dress. All of the dresses created are 100% hand-sewn and knitted by master seamstresses, never touched by a machine. If that is not the definition of “made with love”, I don’t know what is. *1007C Chestnut Street, #304, Newton Upper Falls – 650.318.1896 – bluethreadbridal.com*
- VOWS Bridal Outlet – For the sensible bride with designer taste. VOWS is known for offering the largest collection of discounted designer wedding gowns in the country and stocks hundreds of dresses ranging from size zero to plus sized. They have been helping brides find their perfect gown for over 25 years and were showcased on the TLC network show I Found the Gown. Definitely worth the visit! *130 Galen Street, Watertown- 617.923.7587- bridepower.com*
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