Wedding Shopping GuidePlanning a wedding? Here is our wedding shopping guide for Woodbridge, Virginia.
In fact, your personal *wedding shopping guide* should include venturing outside of Woodbridge [Lorton, Alexandria or Fredericksburg for example] in order to visit a wider selection of full fledged bridal shops - unless you can "say yes to the dress" at David's Bridal at 14403 Potomac Mills Road, Woodbridge, VA 22192. Located in the Potomac Festival shopping center, right next to the Hard Times Cafe, their telephone is [703]490-8940. The Google Map balloon is somewhat off target.
We've pinned their location a little more accurately with the red "X" showing the location of the Hard Times Cafe and the blue arrow indicating the location of David's Bridal shop.
Don't get me wrong, there is absolutely nothing wrong with . We found perfect bridesmaid dresses and accessories at David's Bridal on several occasions. In the immediate family, one niece agonized over the perfect dress while the younger bride picked out her dress on the first shopping trip and had it hanging in the closet for months prior to the big day. This definitely allowed her to concentrate on the planning required for her destination wedding.
We even traveled into Maryland shopping for a dress. She eventually let it slip that she wished she could have a wedding dress which combined several looks - in other words, a custom design.
Good thing Mom sews! Grandmother contributed beautifully sheer, hand embroidered and beaded organza for the bodice. Mom contributed the many yards of silk Duchess satin and silk chiffon for the multiple layers of the full length skirt.
We combined several styles and sewing patterns then I set about sewing a one-of-a-kind bridal gown.
Bottom line? Sewing a wedding dress is not a quick and easy project. You do not want to cut any corners on this special sewing project and using the best of everything, including the highest quality bridal and special occasion fabrics will repay you one hundred fold.
Don't look at this as a "how much can I save by making the dress myself?" question. Yes, you will save on the total dollar amount but you may incur other costs if you do not have the proper tools to undertake the sewing project.
With years of experience in the custom sewing business, I had already sewn flower girl and bridesmaid dresses, as well as maid of honor and mother of the bride dresses, even a toddler sized ring bearer outfit, so I had everything in the way of sewing equipment.
I also found material at Joann Fabrics, Hancock and Minnesota Fabrics. Remember them? At one time, they had a store in Dillingham Square.
Here are some of the tools you will need:
We found the fabric for the bodice at G-Street Fabrics in Rockville, Maryland [they have a store in Centerville, VA] but had to order the skirt fabric online from Fishman's Fabrics in Chicago.
David's Bridal features their own bridal gown collection along with Oleg Cassini, Galina and Galina Signature collections. They also offer collections in women's and petite sizes - basically a fit for every size and shape.
Visit Labella Bridal & Consignment Boutique at 313 Mill Street, in Occoquan, Virginia 22125, and you may find your dream dress on consignment. They also offer bridesmaid attire, evening gowns, cocktail dresses, prom dresses and accessories. Call them at [703]494-2929 or toll free at [866]619-4678.
Bride 2B is located at 201 Union Street, also in Occoquan, Virginia. Their number is [703] 901-2468.
Allegra's Bridal is also in Occoquan, at 204 Ellicott Street. The zip is 22125 and the telephone number is [703]494-3293.
Venturing outside Woodbridge, we have the Dreams Boutique, Inc. at 8998-D Lorton Station Blvd, (703)339-6626, in Lorton, Virginia 22079. The boutique features dresses, accessories and the following designers:
If you are looking for bridesmaids and formal dresses by Dessy and After Six, call Katherine's Bridal Boutique in Alexandria, Virginia at [793]370-8922.
Ah...but where will the groom and grooms men find their attire?
S&K is gone...We used their store in the mall for both proms and weddings. Unfortunately, the Men's Wearhouse and Tux located next door to David's Bridal in Potomac Festival, has disappeared - almost overnight. There is another location in the Smoketown Station Shopping Center, at 2784 Prince William Parkway, Woodbridge, VA 22192. Their telephone is [703]491-5606.
Store Hours: Monday through Friday, 10 am to 9 pm; Saturday 9:30 am to 6 pm; Sunday 11 am to 6 pm.
Don't forget to check tux rental possibilities in Manassas, Lorton, Springfield, and into Alexandria.
Of all days, THIS is the day to have a stunningly gorgeous dress, the most amazing bridal shoes and all of the details nailed down to perfection. When you are ready to find great tips and info about high fashion bridal footwear and even dyeable wedding shoes, dive into the pages of this high-fashion wedding shoes website! You'll be happy you did!
Makeup By Marie Webb has a Woodbridge address but a Maryland telephone number! For rates and booking availability, contact Marie with your wedding date and time. The number is [301]302-1312.
Here is another idea. Are you considering a rental? Carmen's Bridal Rental and Sales, is located at 1835 University Blvd. Suite 214 in Hyattsville, MD 20783 Map (a little more than 32 miles from Woodbridge). Their number is [301]445-7519. They offer a wide choice of designers to fit a variety of budgets, whether you want to buy or rent.
They are for a lifetime so select a photographer you are not only comfortable with but one who takes the style of photos you would like. We've seen the digital albums, the printed albums and variations thereof - we preferred the actual prints which you can order in a variety of sizes.
We selected a photographer who basically was part of the wedding party, a "guest" who took photos of every aspect of the big day - from dressing the bride to the getaway. Ren Rasmussen, a wedding and lifestyle photographer, comes highly recommended!
Why not consider "borrowing" those expensive extras or the dress itself? Something Borrowed NY ships anywhere in the United States and with added charges - all over the world.
Wondering how to rent a wedding dress? It is easier than you might think.
Many businesses offer to find the perfect dress for you and also give you the opportunity to rent either your wedding dress or list a bridesmaid dress as available for rental.
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Both my nieces purchased their weddings gowns in bridal boutiques but my daughter found it difficult to find her perfect dress, right off the rack.
You may want to consider a custom made gown but be sure to check out the incredible selection of designer models, in a full range of prices, before you tackle what could become a stressful project.