Can't Say Enough...
Saturday, August 30, 2008
Danielle's was recommended to me by a friend who had purchased her gown there. It is the only store I spent more than 5 minutes in. Pam treated me like a queen despite my desire for a VERY affordable dress! Not only that, but she actually paid attention to what I liked and even identified my style before I had even figured it out simply by observing the types of materials and gowns I gravitated towards. She never tried to force her opinion on me though she was tactfully honest if she thought a dress, even a more expensive one, wasn't as flattering as another, while at other stores you come out greeted by "oh my goodness you look gorgeous" in a way that makes you doubt their sincerity. The dressing rooms were large and had mirrors so I could reject a dress without having to go out in front of everyone in it!
At the end of my first visit she advised me to try on lots of other dresses before deciding, rather than trying to coerce me into choosing the dress I was clearly partial to that was a bit out of my initial price range. On my second visit I tried on 10 more dresses without being rushed and nothing compared to the gown from the week before. It was my decision, not the salesperson's, and she didn't try to force shoes or a veil or corset or anything on me once I had made my decision.
My point is, your wedding day is special, and choosing the dress is just the beginning of your relationship with the store you purchase your dress from. I chose to purchase my dress from this store because I know they will treat me right throughout my alterations and cleanings right up to my wedding day. If I am going to give my business and my faith to a store, this is the kind of store I want to give it to.
Pros: large dressing rooms, beautiful gowns, professional service
Cons: none