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Updated May 07, 2024Where to Shop for Wedding Dresses in Los Angeles, for Every Vibe
From trendy halter styles to custom couture options, here’s your go-to guide for finding your dream dress in La La Land.
The big moment has finally arrived! It's time to sip champagne with all your BFFs and say "yes" to the dress at one of the best Los Angeles bridal shops. Whether you're flying in from across the country or are lucky enough to live here, there are tons of top-notch bridal boutiques to be discovered, each catering to a different type of bride, vibe and general style. From surfer chic to Disney princess, there's truly something for everyone in LA.
Before you start frantically Google searching "best wedding dresses Los Angeles" and setting up tons of appointments though, take a step back and first consider your wedding dress budget, which bridal designers you're most interested in and the overall aesthetic you're going for—all of which will help narrow down your search tremendously. And if you need a wedding dress shopping timeline to keep you on track, not to worry, we've got that too! Here's everything you need to know before your first wedding dress shopping appointment and exactly where to find your dream dress in Los Angeles.
And if nothing quite catches your eye on our list below, you can find even more options to explore on The Knot. Happy shopping!
For The Chic & Trendy Bride On A Budget: Luv Bridal
Half the fun of finding your wedding dress is the experience, which Luv Bridal, located in downtown LA, definitely delivers on. Unlike many bridal salons, they offer almost every designer sample gown in multiple colors and sizes (samples ranging between sizes 6-22 are the norm) so you actually get a good idea of how it will look on you without tons of clamps in the back holding it together. You'll also get your own personal stylist, who is dedicated to helping you find a fashionable dress that won't totally break the bank from designer faves, such as Madi Lane, Mia Solano, Evie Young and more.
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Want to really go all out? Rent out the entire showroom for an exclusive two-hour appointment with your entire entourage in tow and light refreshments to munch on. For brides on a budget or time crunch, Luv Bridal also carries hundreds of off-the-rack gowns in a variety of sizes, starting at $599.
Special order gowns range in price from $1,699 to $6000. Head to their website to book your free 90-minute appointment.
Review Spotlight: "I loved this place! The actual space is huge and they have a great selection of dresses for all kinds of budgets, even floor samples for sale for those on a tighter budget. I had Sarah as a stylist and she was AMAZING! It felt like hanging out with a friend and she made me feel comfortable from the moment we met. She was straightforward about asking for my style and budget, which I loved that she respected. She was especially honest about asking how willing I was to try on dresses past my budget, which was such a great thing to do. They have many accessories to add on to your dress as well, which is great for imagining what your full look will be." —Irene E, The Knot
For The Modern Fashion-Forward Bride: En Blanc
Located in hip Santa Monica, Ca, En Blanc is the place to go for an epic selection of modern wedding dresses that speak to the California-cool bride. You'll find the best bridal designers from all around the globe here: Amsale, Chosen by KYHA, Marchesa Notte, Pronovias, Anne Barge, Flora, Liz Martinez and many, many more.
What sets this uber cool bridal boutique apart from the rest is the ability to choose from an array of appointment types, including a showroom appointment, sample sale appointment, trunk show appointment and a special VIP consultation where a stylist brings dresses picked especially for you direct to your door to try on in the comfort of your own home.
We love that you can browse the website, which is updated daily, to see exactly what's in stock. Don't have the dream dress you've been eyeing by a designer they carry? For a fee, they can borrow it and the money will be credited back to you 100% if you decide to say "yes" to the dress.
Made-to-order dresses start at $2,250 and go all the way up to $12,000. There's an entire sample sale selection online to peruse too if you're looking for an amazing deal on your fave designer.
Review Spotlight: "My experience at En Blanc was true magic. The selection of the most gorgeous gowns I've ever seen was just the start. Every single person there made me feel special and was patient, kind, and had so much fun with me until I found my dream dress. If you are looking for a fairytale experience this is it!" —Kristine B., The Knot Marketplace
For The Cool, Cutting-Edge Bride: Lovely Bride
If you're looking for bridal shops in Los Angeles, CA carrying contemporary dresses that are a bit outside the traditional bridal box, Lovely Bride in Venice is the spot. Their selection of carefully-curated wedding gowns range in price from $2,500 to $6,500 and include cult-fave designers like Rue De Seine, Rime Arodaky, Alexandra Grecco, Lovers Society, Louvienne and more.
The majority of the sample gowns you'll find to try on in stores come in sizes 8, 10 and 12, with a selection of dresses in sizes 14 to 20 to accommodate all different body types. You can schedule a weekday or weekend appointment via Lovely Bride's website.
To prepare for your appointment, simply register online to see all the dresses available. From there, you can heart your faves, which will automatically save to your profile, allowing your stylist to pull them for you.
Review Spotlight: "I had such a good experience at Lovely Bride in Venice! I went to four bridal shops before this one, and Lovely was the only place where I didn't feel pressured to buy something I was unsure about. I ended up buying my dress here! Their dresses are so contemporary and unique. They have a lot of different styles but all have a common modern feel to them. Karina was great and helped me find the perfect dress for me! She's very knowledgeable and gives great advice. Highly recommend!" - Lisa A., The Knot
For The Fab, Full-Figured Bride: Della Curva
This top-rated, plus-size only bridal salon is a first of its kind in California, catering specifically to curvy brides sizes 16-34 and up. And when we say they have the best and biggest selection of gorgeous designer dresses to suit every aesthetic, we're not kidding!
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Della Curva is located in Tarzana, CA (an LA suburb) and has their own private label, which brides absolutely rave about, in addition to carrying coveted wedding dress designers like Casablanca, Essense of Australia, Stella York, Martina Liana, Studio Levana, Val Stefani, Madi Lane, Moonlight and La Curve by Beccar.
Dresses range in price from $1,200 to $4,000, though there are sample gowns available at a discount. Appointments are approximately 90 minutes long (you can book one here), and stylists are truly committed to helping you find a dress that not only fits you, but your personal style as well.
Review Spotlight: "I found my dream dress at Della Curva! Ruby guided me through my appointment and selected dresses to try on that matched what I described to her. I found a gorgeous Essense of Australia dress that was comfortable and had great structure. I knew it was the dress because I did not want to take the dress off. I felt empowered as a curvy bride and was able to try on lots of dresses in my size or larger and be clipped in perfectly." —Emily P., The Knot
For The Picky One-Of-A-Kind Bride: Grace Bridal Couture Custom Gowns
If the dress you want doesn't exist (yet!), then book an appointment at Grace Bridal Couture Custom Gowns, one of the most renowned bridal dress stores in Los Angeles, to design your own. Every gown is individually made-to-measure, handcrafted with luxe, couture details and custom fitted—plus tailored to perfection—by award-winning designer Loyce Wheatley.
You select the fabric, silhouette and details to literally bring your dream dress to life with the help of the professionals. And it's guaranteed to fit like it was made for you, because well, it was!
If you already have your gown and simply want alterations, you can bring it here to achieve the perfect fit by their alterations team. To set up an appointment, call 323-525-1945 or email the team at custom@grace-bridal.com.
Review Spotlight: "Loyce is fantastic! She did an outstanding job of bringing my dream dress to life. I had a picture of exactly what I wanted, and my dress looks like it walked right out of that picture. She takes the time to listen and really make sure that every detail is what you are wanting. She gives good advice on what will or won't look great on you, what fabrics will or won't fall just the way you want, etc. We had numerous fittings so I was always comfortable with where we were in the process and that it really would fit the way I needed it to. She puts her heart and soul into her work, and it shows. I am so glad I found her and didn't trust my big day with anyone else. I recommend her, hands down! Be smart, go with Loyce." —Crystal N., The Knot
For The Nerdy Whimsical Bride: Lorien Bridal Boutique
As one reviewer on The Knot so perfectly put it, "If you love Disney Princesses, Star Wars, Lord of The Rings, or Harry Potter, you will LOVE this store's ambiance. It is like stepping into an enchanted forest, and Amanda is your fairy godmother." Lorien Bridal Boutique is by far one of the most unique and whimsical wedding stores in Los Angeles—it has literal trees sprouting from the floor and themed dressing rooms because why not?
Owner and Stylist Amanda's goal was "to create a place for nerds like herself to try on wedding gowns without feeling judged for their unique wedding ideas." She also wanted to foster a fun, stress-free environment that's different from every other bridal boutique in LA.
While the Glendale store offers plenty of offbeat dresses in non-traditional colors, there's also loads of options for traditional brides who want something whimsical too. Designers include Wilderly Bride, Abella, Maggie Sottero, Madison James, Willowby, WTOO and more in a wide range of sample sizes to try on.
Review Spotlight: "I loved working with Amanda even before I stepped into her beautifully decorated bridal boutique. Through email, Amanda was attentive, kind-hearted and detail-oriented whenever I had questions. I watched all her Tik Toks and looked at all the photos I could of her bridal shop online because I was so excited about our appointment! But nothing compares to stepping foot into the whimsical and floral scene of her bridal shop. I felt so at home surrounded by floral trees and "nerdy" decor from Harry Potter, Star Wars and Lord of the Rings. I will definitely recommend this shop to anyone and everyone, especially nontraditional brides looking for anything but your classic white dresses." —Lianna X., The Knot
For The Vintage Boho Bride: Claire Pettibone
If you're as obsessed with American wedding dress designer Claire Pettibone as we are, then you won't want to pass up the chance to book an appointment at the utterly ethereal LA flagship salon, where all your floral, vintage, whimsical and boho bridal dreams will be realized. Everything is meticulously hand cut and sewn in the historic, castle-like building, and brides will get the chance to try on gowns from all of Claire's latest collections. You can also custom make your own heirloom-quality dress if you choose.
Prices range from $2,500 to $3,500 for Romantique gowns, from $4,000 to $15,000 for Couture and up to $35,000+ for a custom design. Made-to-measure sizing is offered with custom bust, petite lengths, plus sizes and everything in between. The best part? Claire herself will make sure your gown is absolutely flawless before it's delivered to you!
Review Spotlight: "Claire is a rare bird in that not only is she a fantastic designer, but she is also sweet, warm and highly personable! I worked with her hands-on throughout the process of choosing my dress. I had seen the Merlot gown on her Instagram page, and it ended up being the dress I chose for my day. She helped me with styling, accessories, and accepted any questions or requests I had with absolute ease. I ended up choosing one of her dresses a little late in the game of my wedding planning, but she and her team worked swiftly and efficiently to make it all happen for me. She is extremely professional and kind, and I wish I had another excuse to work with her right away! Also, who doesn't want to find the dress of their dreams in a romantic castle setting?! I got a ton of compliments and amazed reactions about my dress from my wedding guests on the big day. Thank you, Claire, for making my dreams come true." —Lauren M., The Knot
