Bridal Gowns Directory
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Saeyoung Vu Couture
214 Mulberry St., nr. Spring St.; 212-925-6505; vucouture.comThe Soho satellite of Vu’s Los Angeles boutique opened in March 2005 and quickly found a New York niche. She spices up her minimal looks ($775 to $4,200) with dreamy fabrics like organza and silk charmeuse and draws from a palette of more than 40 colors. Alterations not included.
Saks Fifth Avenue
611 Fifth Ave., at 49th St., eighth fl.; 212-940-2269; saksfifthavenue.comBrides fly in from all over the world to check out this posh salon’s ultraswank gowns by Badgley Mischka, Carolina Herrera, Amsale, and others (from $2,500). Don’t be fooled by the bustling main floor, though—the bridal boutique is intimate and relaxing. Alterations not included.
Selia Yang
71 Franklin St., nr. Broadway, and various locations; 212-254-9073; seliayang.comYang’s dresses can be stunning (a re-embroidered raw organza dress has a neckline that plunges into a mermaid cut) or sweet (one strapless design has a demure tulle neckline). Made-to-order or custom gowns are from $2,500, but samples start at a mere $500. Check out the East Village sample store (328 E. 9th St., nr. Second Ave.) before heading to the flagship location in Tribeca. Alterations not included.
VeKa
284 Mulberry St., nr. Houston St.; 212-925-9044; vekabridal.comOwners Ksenia and Jana stock their intimate Nolita boutique with American and European designers whose gowns bring an edgy touch to the warm and cozy shop. Prices range from $1,800 to $4,500. Their in-house designs run the gamut from romantic to avant-garde. Alterations not included.
Vera Wang
991 Madison Ave., nr. 77th St.; 212-628-3400; verawang.comThe grande dame of bridal offers gowns for every kind of bride (from $3,000). Silhouettes range from simple A-lines to showstoppers with layered, ruffled, sweeping skirts (yes, sometimes all in one dress). Made-to-order dresses are also available. Sample sales are usually June and December; open to the public. Alterations not included. Tailoring is done off-site.
Wedding Atelier
103 Fifth Ave, nr. 17th St., second fl. 646-638-3263; weddingatelier.comThis shop offers a selection from designers like Christian Lacroix (exclusive in New York City), Pronovias, Elie Saab, Melissa Sweet, Alvina Valenta, Suzanne Neville (exclusive), and more. Chinese-inspired dresses and services like custom gowns in ten weeks or less are among the special offerings. Prices start at $1,000 plus flat-fee alterations.
The Wedding Salon
1681 Northern Blvd., Manhasset, nr. Shelter Rock Rd. 516-869-8455; weddingsalononline.comThe Wedding Salon boasts that it’s the only place on Long Island where you can find designs by Valentino and Vera Wang. The store hosts several trunk shows throughout the year where you can preview collections by Kenneth Pool, Priscilla, and Anne Barge.
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