Frequently Asked Questions

Fabric can be ordered from our customer service department at an additional charge. Please note that fabric is cut from a different bolt of fabric, which may result in a slight dye lot variation from your dress. Fabric generally takes 2-8 weeks to ship.

The Wedding Shoppe is located at 1196 Grand Avenue in St. Paul, MN. We own five Victorian style houses on the Avenue, three of which are designated as retail space. While we operate out of separate buildings, we only have one location, so you won’t find us anywhere else in the world!

It is never too soon to start searching for your perfect gown! We recommend ordering 6-12 months prior to your wedding date to allow adequate time for shipping and alterations. Refer to product pages for estimated ship dates.

Bridal gowns take anywhere from 16 to 24 weeks to ship from the designer. Bridesmaid dresses, mothers' dresses, and flower girl dresses take from 12 to 16 weeks to ship from the designer.

It's not too late, but don't waste any time! You'll want to contact us as soon as possible to work with a personal shopper, who will determine which designers can meet your time frame (this may include an additional rush charge). Some designers offer quick delivery styles. You may also be able to purchase a sample gown off the rack. Give us a call to discuss your options!

Wedding apparel is typically sized different from normal retail clothing, so it's not uncommon to find yourself requiring bridal apparel one or more sizes larger than your normal dress size. Designer’s size charts vary greatly, so it's important you review the correct designer’s size chart and our Measurement Guide.

We want you to be 100% satisfied with your Wedding Shoppe purchase. Unlike most bridal salons and websites who don’t allow returns or cancellations, we offer a full merchandise refund on all accessories, and a 50% merchandise refund on bridal, bridesmaid, mothers', flower girl, and special occasion dresses, as well as tuxedos and suits.

To return your merchandise…

1. Return your merchandise within 15 days of receiving it.

2. Return merchandise in its original condition and in original packaging with tags attached. Monogrammed, dyed, or personalized items cannot be returned or exchanged.

3. Call (1-877) 903-5702 for a Return Authorization number and write it on the outside of the box.

4. Complete the return form and place it in the box.

5. Mail the box using your preferred shipping method. When we receive it, we will send you an email.

6. Once you receive our email, call us with your credit card information and we will issue a refund minus any restocking fees.

The Wedding Shoppe presents special offers with the purchase of select merchandise. These special offers will be displayed on the product page of qualified merchandise. To receive a special offer, you will need to add the selected merchandise into your shopping cart and follow the steps until you complete the order process. Once we receive your order, we will send you a promotional code around the time you receive your estimated ship date (within 10 business days). Before we can issue you a promotional code, we must first confirm your order can be delivered in a reasonable time before your wedding.

We will be contacting you throughout the ordering process. You will receive a confirmation email when your order/payment is submitted. You will also receive a second confirmation email once we get a shipping date from the designer (within 10 business days of placing your order). Finally, we will email you with a tracking number and ship date when your merchandise is en route to you!

We ship to almost any address in the world. We ship packages via FedEx, UPS, United States Postal Service, and Spee-Dee. Your package will be shipped using the most efficient and cost effective carrier to your address. Shipping and handling costs depend on the shipping method you choose (Standard, Two Day, Next Day, etc.), the weight of the item, and where the order is going.

The Wedding Shoppe does not charge sales tax for any products shipping outside the state of Minnesota. All orders shipping within Minnesota will be charged the appropriate state and local sales tax.

You will be notified via email at various times during the ordering process. If you need additional information, contact our Customer Service Department for assistance at info@weddingshoppeinc.com or (1-877) 903-5702.

No. Online orders are handled by phone or email, and in-store services such as sizing, alterations, and pick-up are not available.

Online images of product colors and actual dress and swatch color vary due to display and monitor settings. To match multiple bridesmaid dresses, you must order the same style and color dress and order them all together. See our How To Order page for details.

Bridesmaids can be ordered separately; however, to match multiple bridesmaid dress colors, you must order the same style and color dress, and order them all together, to assure a dye lot match. For example, if you have five bridesmaids in your wedding party, select the style of dress, size, and any other ordering information for each bridesmaid. Once all the dresses are in your shopping cart, follow the checkout instructions until your order is complete. If each bridesmaid dress is ordered separately, the designer cannot guarantee a dye lot match.

To select a size on the designer’s size chart, you need your bust, waist, hip, and height measurement (including your heel height). For the most accurate measurements, you should wear undergarments similar to those you intend to wear with your dress. We highly recommend getting your measurements taken by a professional. However, if you are unable to be professionally measured, you can refer to our Measurement Guide for details on how to measure.

We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover through our online shopping cart. If you order by mail using our printable order form, we accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover. We do not accept checks. All payments must be in U.S. currency.

Your package will be shipped via FedEx, UPS, United States Postal Service, or Spee-Dee, depending on which carrier is the most efficient and cost effective to your address. When the package leaves our shipping department, you will receive an email with the carrier’s name, tracking number, and the date it was shipped from the Wedding Shoppe. For more information regarding shipping, view our Shipping page.

For bridesmaid orders, we highly suggest shipping the entire order to the bride, so she can inspect the merchandise for proper style, color, sizes, etc. That way, any concerns can be addressed within five days of receipt. If you wish to ship merchandise directly to an individual attendant(s), please contact customer service at info@weddingshoppeinc.com or (1-877) 903-5702 to make arrangements. Each separate address will be charged a $20 shipping and handling fee (continental U.S. only). For more information regarding shipping, view our Shipping page. 

We ship to almost any address in the world. Carriers do not always deliver to select countries, and some products cannot be shipped to international destinations due to designer restrictions. Most product pages and/or designer pages will state any shipping restrictions. If you order an item we are unable to ship, we will contact you with alternative shipping methods, or offer you the option to cancel the undeliverable items.

In order to give you the undivided attention of our experienced consultants, appointments are highly recommended.

In-store we accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express, as well as cash. We do not accept checks or money orders.

The length of your appointment varies depending on the type of appointment. Bridal, bridesmaid, and tuxedo appointments are 90 minutes long; pick-up and try-on appointments are 60 minutes long; and fitting appointments are 30 minutes long.

We recommend that you bring no more than three people to your appointment. Bringing more than three guests can shift the focus away from you and the goal of finding your dress. When considering who to bring to your appointment, keep in mind that your guests should know you well; you should value their opinions and want to share the experience of buying your gown with them.

Most of our samples are traditional sample sizes: 8, 10, 12, and 14. We also have an extensive women’s department with samples in sizes from 16W to 26W.

Absolutely! We currently carry over 20 different bridesmaid dress samples in sizes 14-28, including our exclusive line, Kennedy Blue, which is available in-store with samples in sizes 2-28. Our stock changes constantly, so if there is a specific style you are looking for in a women’s size, don’t hesitate to contact us for availability.

Due to space constraints, we are unable to house all of our online inventory in-store. However, if there is a specific style you are interested in, please call to check on its in-store availability. One of our staff members would be happy to tell you if it is available, or to recommend similar styles! Please keep in mind that we are constantly rotating our inventory, so in-store availability is never guaranteed.

Yes, you may! We understand how important it is to like what you look like in a photo, so feel free to snap away. You can even share your images on our Facebook, Twitter, and Google+ pages!

A trunk show is a special in-store event, typically lasting one to three days, where you can view and buy from a designer’s latest collection months before it hits stores. The designer or their representatives are usually at the store during a trunk show. If you find the dress of your dreams at a trunk show, be prepared to make a decision that day, as the gown will likely not be in the store once the trunk show is over.

No, we do not offer alterations but our Vendor Locator can help you find a seamstress near you!