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February 2024 by Jennifer Barlow
I had an amazing experience with Chantel, one of the owners of the shop. I was so nervous trying to find a dress for my last minute wedding. This was the first shop I went to and I was in and out with my dress in less than an hour. Chantel took one look at me and asked about my likes and dislikes and came to me with 3 gorgeous dresses that fit perfectly. As a curvy girl, I thought that was going to be difficult. I choose a dress and went home with it the same day. After looking at the pictures of the other dresses I tried on, I decided I made a mistake and could stop thinking about the first dress I tried on. I called Chantel to let her know and I was invited right in to exchange the dress. Seamless and flawless. I can not say enough great things about this shop. Highly recommend!!
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February 2024 by Sonya D. F (D.S.)
I got all my bridesmaid dresses here for about $50 each. It was a bargain! My wedding dress I got at Stitches by Madeira Beach for less than $300! Also worth a visit!
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January 2024 by Chandra Dillard
I enjoyed my experience at Bearer of the Bling Bridal. This was the first shop I visited, and I purchased my dress the same day. I looked online, read the reviews, and wanted to go there immediately. Shantal was very patient and made me feel at ease, being that I was extremely nervous when I walked in. All of the dresses I tried on were beautiful. I am excited with my dress and can't wait to wear it. I recommend Bearer of the Bling Bridal. I didn't want a veil, but I couldn't resist. The veils are gorgeous and the one I purchased compliments my dress very well. Please don't hesitate when it comes to Bearer of the Bling Bridal. You will be pleased!!!
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January 2024 by Brenda McIntire
I had the best experience at Bearer of the Bling Bridal. Communication before and during our appointment were great. This was the first spot I went to try on dresses and I really had no idea what I wanted in a wedding dress or what to expect from an appointment. They were both patient and understanding with me as I figured out what style of dress I wanted. Throughout the appointment I was able to try on several different styles to figure out what I wanted while only trying dresses that were within my budget. They really make you feel special here and are able to listen to exactly what you're thinking you want without pushing you to make a sale. At other stores I felt like they were trying to sell you on what the associate envisioned you wearing vs what the bride wanted. That was not the case here and throughout the appointment we were able to really zero in on the style of dress I was looking for. This is a must-visit spot for all brides in the area and I can't say enough positive things about my experience there.
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January 2024 by Gabriela Abadia
I LOVED my experience here. Both my sister-in-law and her friend got their wedding dresses here. I tried on several dresses but ended up buying the first dress I tried on. The owners are so nice and knowledgable and the dresses are affordable (relative to how expensive wedding dresses can get) while still being excellent quality. I also got my dress altered from the in-house tailor. Unfortunately, my bustle completely fell apart on me during the reception so I had to spend the night holding up the skirt of my dress. Other than that, I was extremely happy with my dress and would highly recommend shopping here!
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January 2024 by Allison Goldberg
Bearer of the bling bridal is a cute boutique with great vibes, nice decor, and provides an intimate experience for trying on dresses. Shantel was a consummate professional and listened to my vision and pulled many stunning wedding dresses for me to try on. She picked up on the vibe that I hate being the center of attention right away and wasn’t pushy at all. They truly listen to you here and take note of all your preferences. Every dress she picked looked amazing on my body type. She was also able to discreetly help me try them all on and quickly fit them properly to my body. I had been dreading wedding dress shopping because I didn’t think I’d find something that would look good and also fit my style. But to my surprise, every dress Shantel pulled would’ve been a strong contender for my special day. She patiently let me make a decision about each dress without trying to sway me on any of them. I can tell the owners take pride in what they do and are very passionate about their jobs. Setting up an appointment was very easy and Aimee and Shantel were very responsive and knowledgeable about their craft. I would highly recommend this shop to all my family and friends. I’m very grateful to have found my dress here and to have such a positive experience. They have such a wide range of sizes and styles to choose from and very affordable prices. It was great to also have such a wide selection of off-the-rack options to choose from and I can’t wait to wear my beautiful dress on my wedding day. So far this experience has been the best part of my wedding planning journey and I sincerely appreciate your shop and Shantel for making it happen. Thank you!
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December 2023 by Zulema Chavez
Bearer of the Bling came highly recommended from many of my friends. This is the only place I looked at for a dress & I found one off the rack that fit like a glove. They have a great selection of styles & sizes.Shantel & Aimee made me feel so comfortable and special! I can’t wait to wear my dress on my special day!
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December 2023 by Maria Pennington
What a wonderful variety of unique wedding dresses, vails and bridesmaids dresses! Also, the owner is very attentive and takes the time to listen to what you’re looking for. I simply can’t say enough great things about this place!
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November 2023 by Jessie Moeller
Absolutely incredible! I managed to stay under budget by hundreds of dollars and found an absolutely gorgeous dress. I wouldn’t recommend anywhere else, the way that they handled not discussing sizing was so incredible and helped me to focus on the more important aspects. I cannot speak highly enough of my experience here!
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November 2023 by Christina Munford
These girls are top notch. The dresses are absolutely beautiful. My fiancé and I both found our dresses at this boutique. They go out of their way to make sure you find something that fits your budget with all of your wants and desires in mind. They also helped us out in a major time crunch with a dress issue and we could not be more thankful or grateful for them. We will be referring everyone we know!! Love you guys! See you at the next show ;-)
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November 2023 by Ashlay Beach
I bought my dress here 3 weeks ago and I can’t believe how incredible the service was! I meant to Write a review sooner, but as you know with wedding planning it’s been hectic. However, I did not want to forget to talk about my wonderful experience here.Let me start by saying this was my second appointment of the day. My first appointment went terribly! I was discouraged by the time I arrived here that I would not find my dress.To my surprise when I walked in, my bridesmaids and I were greeted with kindness, smiles and immediately taken back. There was plenty of space and couches for everyone to sit down comfortably, they had a stage with surround mirrors and the AC was on (unlike my first appointment).My consultant (Shantel I believe) was truly amazing! She got an idea of what I wanted and pulled all the dresses for me, I didn’t lift a finger. The selection was huge and they had plenty of sample sizing, so no having to squeeze into small dresses or clip dresses that were 5x too big. She helped me into each one with care, watching my reaction, listening to my feedback and adjusting the dresses. I felt like a total princess! They also gave us some champagne and made my whole entourage feel welcome. It was a process of multiple dresses, veils on and off, comparing straps etc. and not once did I feel rushed for the next appointment or to make a decision.I am happy to say I found my dream dress! They also provide a discount if you buy same day. Brides I recommend making an appointment here, you will not be disappointed! (Picture attached is not my dress but was a top contender)
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September 2023 by Naomi Barbeau
This was my first time buying a wedding dress, so I didn’t know what to expect. I was blown away with Aimee and how amazing she was. I have never met someone so happy to help match me with the perfect dress, while being mindful of my budget the whole time!I had just left a “commercial” bridal store and got so little assistance. The difference was night and day from the moment I walked into Bearer of the Bling. She asked me what my thoughts were and couldn’t wait to help make recommendations based on my body type. She was so enthusiastic to help that I wish I could shop there all the time…(though I hope to not need another wedding dress).Because my wedding was soon, she prearranged a local tailor to assist me in being fitted. The entire experience was amazing and in budget! I’m so happy and thankful for being referred here. I highly recommend!
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August 2023 by Ezela Agolli
First and foremost, I want to express my gratitude for the efforts made, but I remain very stressed and unhappy with my overall experience at this shop. From the beginning, I fell in love with a dress and was assured by the seamstress that the front could be altered according to our discussed plan. However, I had to return to the shop almost every day for a week, only to be informed that the structure of the dress was ruined and the alterations could not be achieved. I had expressed my concern to the seamstress that she might have damaged the dress, and she casually agreed. It would have been better if I had been informed after the first or second visit, rather than wasting my time and effort coming repeatedly to the shop, especially with the wedding just a week away.I had other important responsibilities and family commitments, not to mention juggling two jobs, which I had to take time away from for these visits. Unfortunately, the story doesn't end there. With just three days left before my wedding, I found myself without a dress. The owner, Shantel, provided an alternative dress one size smaller but had raised the price, with a visible alteration on the ticket. When I questioned this, she simply responded that she can do what she wants as the owner and claimed the original price was marked incorrectly. However, it's hard to believe that this discrepancy went unnoticed for two whole months until the day she tried to sell me the dress. It feels unethical, and in this situation, as a business, the shop should have offered the alternative dress at no additional cost to make the customer happy.I ended up buying the second dress as I had no other options just days before the wedding, despite not being in love with it. The alterations done by the seamstress left obvious wrinkles, making it clear that the dress was too small for me. I had to settle for it, and this was not what I had planned for in my budget. I believe a full refund is justified – for the dress that I initially loved but was destroyed, and for difference in price I paid for that the shop owner should have taken responsibility for. I understand that this puts a financial burden on the shop, but it was their mistake that led to this situation, and I should not be paying for their errors.Throughout the process, it was evident from my expression that I was unhappy, and this has caused an unnecessary amount of stress, which no bride should have to deal with just days before her wedding. A bride should feel beautiful and excited about her dress, but I am not feeling that way. I am flying out tomorrow in tears because of the way your business handled this situation. If this matter is not resolved, I will have no choice but to take legal action to seek a fair resolution.
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August 2023 by Ezela A.
I am responding to your response below. None of the gowns you offered met my requirements: one was too small, another had lace despite my request not to have any, and the last one had the least amount of lace. And it was too small as well as evidence from the wrinkles still present after alterations. The point is your seamstress destroyed the dress I paid for, which is not my responsibility. You should take accountability for this situation and refrain from charging me any additional costs or causing unnecessary stress. The dress was initially priced at $1200, but you deceitfully altered the price to $1800 by changing the 2 to an 8, which is unethical and dishonest. You did that to avoid absorbing the cost of the original dress, making you appear dishonest as a business owner.
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August 2023 by Ezela A
From the beginning, I fell in love with a dress and was assured by the seamstress that the front could be altered according to our discussed plan. However, I had to return to the shop almost every day for a week, only to be informed that the structure of the dress was ruined and the alterations could not be achieved. I had expressed my concern to the seamstress that she might have damaged the dress, and she casually agreed. It would have been better if I had been informed after the first or second visit, rather than wasting my time and effort coming repeatedly to the shop, especially with the wedding just a week away. Unfortunately, the story doesn't end there. With just three days left before my wedding, I found myself without a dress. The owner, Shantel, provided an alternative dress one size smaller but had raised the price, with a visible alteration on the ticket. When I questioned this, she simply responded that she can do what she wants as the owner and claimed the original price was marked incorrectly. However, it's hard to believe that this discrepancy went unnoticed for two whole months until the day she tried to sell me the dress. It feels unethical, and in this situation, as a business, the shop should have offered the alternative dress at no additional cost to make the customer happy. I ended up buying the second dress as I had no other options just days before the wedding, despite not being in love with it. The alterations done by the seamstress left obvious wrinkles, making it clear that the dress was too small for me. I had to settle for it, and this was not what I had planned for in my budget. I believe a full refund is justified – for the dress that I initially loved but was destroyed, and for difference in price I paid for that the shop owner should have taken responsibility for. I understand that this puts a financial burden on the shop, but it was their mistake that led to this situation, and I should not be paying for their errors.
