10 best bridal shops in Charlotte for wedding dresses
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Once the wedding venue is secured, many brides turn their focus to one of the most personal — and most photographed — decisions of all: choosing the dress.
Why it matters: Tariffs are driving up wedding costs, so it could be worth it to shop around before saying "yes" to the gown.
By the numbers: Wedding dresses cost an average of $2,100 in the U.S., according to wedding planning and registry site The Knot.
Yes, but: Some local bridal services like Treasured Brides host quarterly pop-up shops with gowns ranging from $99–$399. The next pop-up is Oct. 4 from Noon–5pm.
Here are 10 locally owned bridal boutiques in the Charlotte area, with details on dress prices at each. We've also rounded up a list of recommended spots for alterations.
Of note: This is not a full list of all the bridal shops in the area and they are listed in no particular order.
Ladies of Lineage
This luxury bridal boutique in Phillips Place has helped brides find a dress for more than a decade.
What to expect: Designer dresses start at $4,000 and can go up to $17,000 for some options. They also sell accessories, rentals for mother-of-the-bride and bridesmaid gowns, as well as loungewear for brides.
If you go: Reserve a 90-minute appointment at 6809 Phillips Place before you go.
- Reservations can accommodate up to three guests and require an $85 booking fee to secure your bridal suite.
Go deeper: See inside: Ladies of Lineage's new Phillips Place showroom, with its designated "yes moment" space
New York Bride & Groom
This family-owned bridal shop, originally from New York, relocated to Charlotte and is one of the few boutiques that won't charge you to try on dresses.
What to expect: There are 23 dressing rooms to try on any one of their 1,000 wedding dresses in their showroom. They also offer alterations and will press your gown in store. Plus, they sell men's tuxedos and custom suits and offer suit rentals.
If you go: Visit their south Charlotte store at 4618 South Blvd. Appointments are not required.
Mackins Bridal Boutique
A west Charlotte bridal shop with affordable and size-inclusive wedding dresses.
What to expect: Designer dresses for under $2,000 in store and in sizes 00 to 30. Custom-designed dresses will be the only dresses offered above that price point.
Stop by: 2023 Beatties Ford Road, next to Archive CLT. Mackins Bridal Boutique is by appointment only on Saturday and Sunday.
- Open Monday and Tuesday 11am–5pm and Thursday and Friday 10am–5pm.
Go deeper: New bridal boutique opens with affordable luxury wedding dresses in west Charlotte
Anjolique Bridal & Formal
This Cornelius bridal shop is one of the few boutiques that offer alterations in store.
What to expect: Over 1,000 wedding gowns to choose from in sizes 2–32. Gowns start at $850 and couture international bridal designs retail for over $8,000. The 9,000-square-foot shop also has thousands of gowns, veils and hair accessories.
If you go: Make a 90-minute appointment before visiting their shop at 21500 Catawba Ave.
- A bridal appointment costs $15 and the bride can bring three guests.
- You can also reserve a fitting room at no cost to shop their overstock and clearance bridal gowns, priced under $2,500 and available in sizes 6–20.
Alexia's Bridal Boutique
This Raleigh-based shop brings New York City designer gowns to North Carolina.
What to expect: This Dilworth shop has custom-ordered gowns starting at $4,000. After you've secured your wedding dress, you head next door to Bella Bridesmaids to shop for bridesmaid dresses.
If you go: Make an appointment before you visit Alexia's Bridal Boutique at 1419 East Blvd.
J. Major's Bridal Boutique
This South End bridal shop has been serving brides for generations, and at 41 years old, it's one of Charlotte's oldest locally owned options.
What to expect: Designer wedding gowns ranging from $1,200–$5,500 and a sample sale collection with styles under $1,200. They also sell veils and other accessories.
If you go: Book an appointment before you go to 1900 South Blvd. if you want to try on dresses on Saturday and Sunday. It'll cost $20 to reserve your 90-minute time slot.
- There is no weekday reservation fee but you'll still need to book an appointment.
Classic Bride
An affordable bridal boutique in Huntersville that also partners with Brides Against Breast Cancer to offer free wedding gowns to those in need.
What to expect: New wedding dresses under $5,000 and designer last-season dresses for $500–$999. They also sell accessories and dresses for the mother of the bride and bridesmaids.
If you go: Appointments are preferred for their shop at 16325 Northcross Drive but they can accommodate walk-ins on occasion.
- Bridal suites can accommodate up to four guests per appointment. For $75, you can bring up to three more guests and enjoy Champagne.
Savvy Bride Boutique
A South End bridal shop featured in season six of Netflix's "Love Is Blind."
What to expect: They offer gowns — both off-the-rack samples and custom orders — priced between $1,800 and $5,000, in sizes 6 through 34. The shop also carries accessories such as veils, headbands and more.
If you go: 90-minute appointments are required at 2222 Hawkins St.
- It'll cost $25 for a bride and four guests and $45 for a bride with seven people. If you want your reservation to include a bottle of Champagne, it'll cost $60 for four guests and $85 for seven guests.
Bluebird Bridal
A one-stop shop for wedding party attire in Huntersville.
What to expect: Designer wedding dresses ranging from $900 to $4,500. They also sell mother-of-the-bride dresses ranging from $350 to $795, tuxedos and suit rentals and accessories for the bride.
If you go: Bridal appointments are required for Bluebird Bridal's shop at 9526 Rich Hatchet Road.
- It'll cost $25 for a semi-private bridal suite appointment, which will last about 90 minutes.
- A private appointment with up to six guests is $50 Tuesday through Friday.
- A VIP private experience with up to six guests costs $150 and includes Champagne and sweet treats. This is only available on Saturdays at 8:30am or 3:00pm.
Poffie Girls
This Gastonia bridal boutique offers the ultimate mother-daughter shopping experience, with a selection of dresses for both to wear on the big day.
What to expect: Gowns ranging from $1,200 to $5,000. Off-the-rack dresses are available for under $1,200. They also sell mother-of-the-bride dresses for $350–$1,200 and a list of accessories.
If you go: Appointments are required for their Gastonia shop at 512 S. New Hope Road.
- It'll cost $25 for a 90-minute appointment with up to four guests.
What's next: Now that you've found your dress, the next step may be tailoring it. In a recent newsletter, we asked readers for their top recommendations on where to get a wedding dress altered in Charlotte. Here's what they shared:
- Anna's Alterations at 8324-502 Highway 51 in South Charlotte and 2400-F Park Road near Mood House.
- Christie's Alterations at 5101 South Blvd.
- John Emily Studio in Dilworth at 1222 East Blvd.
- Mai's Wedding Gown Alterations at 901 Central Ave., Suite A, in Plaza Midwood.
- Myers Park Tailors at 901 S. Kings Drive, Suite 110, in Midtown near Run for Your Life.
- RCB Fashion in Plaza Midwood at 1908 Central Ave.
- Ruby Alterations & Cleaners at 13209 Carowinds Blvd L.
- Tina's Alterations in Dilworth at 1408 East Blvd., Suite BB, near Fresh Market.
Editor's note: This story has been updated with the latest gown pricing.