Bride during bridal appointment at Wedding Shoppe

WHAT TO EXPECT

Your Bridal
Appointment

Your appointment is almost here. Get ready with a few helpful tips, FAQs, and details about what to expect when you visit Wedding Shoppe.

YOUR BRIDAL APPOINTMENT

A look into your bridal experience

Here’s a little look at what your bridal appointment will be like.

Wedding Shoppe stylist selecting wedding dresses during a bridal appointment
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Meet Your Stylist

We’ll start by getting to know your wedding, your style, and what you’re hoping to find.

Bride trying on a wedding dress during her bridal appointment at Wedding Shoppe
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Try On + Find Your Favorites

Try on dresses selected with you in mind, explore different styles, and narrow in on the ones you love most.

Bride celebrating after finding her wedding dress at Wedding Shoppe
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Say Yes + Celebrate

Found the one? We’ll walk through the next steps, then it’s time to celebrate.

BRIDAL APPOINTMENT FAQS

A few things you might be wondering.

Bridal appointments are 90 minutes, giving you time to explore styles, try on gowns, and work one-on-one with your stylist.
Proper undergarments are required during appointments. While most gowns include built-in support, many brides choose to bring nipple covers, a nude strapless bra, shapewear, or other undergarments they feel most comfortable in.
Absolutely. Inspiration photos from Pinterest, Instagram, TikTok, or our website are always helpful and allow your stylist to better understand your vision and personal style.
Alcohol is not permitted inside the boutique. Please keep your beverages limited to water only. However, when you say “yes” to your dress, you’ll receive a celebratory bottle of bubbly to enjoy nearby at Red Rabbit.
As a service-based bridal boutique, an optional gratuity prompt will appear at checkout. Any gratuity goes directly to your stylist as a thank-you for their time and personalized support.
Our made-to-order gowns typically range from approximately $1,200–$4,500. Sample sale gowns may offer deeper discounts. Your stylist will always work within your comfort zone and preferred budget.
Most brides begin shopping 9–12 months before the wedding. Made-to-order gowns generally take around 6 months to arrive, plus additional time for alterations. If your wedding is sooner, your stylist may recommend sample sale or off-the-rack options available to take home the same day.
Yes. Wedding Shoppe offers styling services for the entire wedding party, including bridesmaids, mothers attire, and suits or tuxedos for grooms and groomsmen. During your appointment, you’ll also receive complimentary bridesmaid fabric swatches and information for suit coordination.
We do not offer in-house alterations, but we do provide a Preferred Alterations Vendors list with trusted local recommendations.
Standard bridal appointments allow up to 6 guests. VIP bridal appointments are designed for larger groups and do not have a guest limit.

“Instantly felt like this was the place I'd find my dress.”

— Grace H.

“I've sent every one of my bride friends here.”

— Lexi W.

“The whole shop made me feel like it was my day.”

— Alessia C.

Historic Wedding Shoppe exterior
Private bridal appointment room

About the Space

The kind of place brides remember.

Located inside a historic home on Grand Avenue, Wedding Shoppe is designed to feel warm, personal, and a little nostalgic from the moment you walk in.

Nearly 50 years serving brides
Private & semi-private fitting rooms
One of Minnesota’s largest gown selections
Wide range of sizes to try on, including plus-size samples
GOOD TO KNOW

You might find your dress sooner than you think.

Many Wedding Shoppe brides find their dress on their first visit. With more than 800 wedding dresses and a stylist helping you narrow in on what you love, your dress could be waiting for you at your appointment.

Bride celebrating during a VIP bridal appointment

VIP BRIDAL APPOINTMENTS

Make dress shopping even more special.

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Your Master Bridal Stylist

Enjoy dedicated guidance throughout your 90-minute appointment with one of our Master Bridal Stylists.

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Bring your favorite people

VIP appointments include unlimited guests, so you can celebrate with everyone you want by your side.

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A little something for the bride

Your VIP experience includes a special gift just for you.

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Exclusive VIP savings

Enjoy special savings available when you book a VIP Bridal Appointment.

Explore VIP Appointments

We'll see you soon!

Whether you already know exactly what you want or have no idea where to begin, your stylist will guide you through it.

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