Dolce Vita Bridal ShopGreat Customer ServiceI recently saw Dolce Vita at a Bridal Show and they showed me some dresses that I really liked so I decided to go to their shop first. I walked in and I loved the atmosphere. It is a small boutique and they really cater to you while you are there. It is a great feeling when you are shopping for a wedding dress and you are not overwhelmed like in a big store. I had a dress picked out from one of their designers but it was way out of my price range. They started figuring out my style and I was trying on dresses within minutes. My 11th or 12th dress was the one and I couldn't stop looking at it. I bought and ordered it a week later and already have received it in. The customer service was outstanding and not pushy at all. I felt very comfortable and it was a great experience for my first time shopping. I have to talk about the cost as well. The dresses all look very expensive and of high quality but they are very affordable. I left staying in my budget and leaving with a dress that is extraordinary.

I can't speak highly enough of this place. If you want a unique experience without all the hustle and bustle of a bigger shop, try Dolce Vita. Reviews For Viking Hot TubsChristinaRegiss Bridal And PromMy son was in Tammie and Charl...Vionic Running ShoesMy son was in Tammie and Charles' wedding, 07/25/09, in the Louisville area. Jk Moving Virginia ReviewsWe live far north in Illinois, so a tux fitting really wasn't an option. I sent my son's clothing size and my best approximate measurements to Regiss and they worked wonders. The tux they ordered and altered is the best fitting suit my son has ever worn. He's very slim, yet short for his age, with long arms and a big neck...talk about a difficult fit! Well, Regiss mastered it, and they even had the wedding annoucement on their sign when we came to pick up the tuxes.

Such attention to detail, dedication to the customer's overall satifaction, and not to mention, a wide variety of gorgeous gowns and tux options. I would recommend this boutique in a heart beat to anyone seeking a great selection in all occasion formal wear, excellent fit, and personal attention to detail by knowlegeable consultants. Thanks for everything, and everyone looked GREAT!Dolce Vita Bridal ShopHave you been to this store?I found this store by accident while looking for another one. I am so happy I did! I found the most beautiful and unique dress in all of Louisville. The owner is so sweet and patient. I was in there for 2 1/2 hours! She was really more concerned about my wedding than herself. She is making all of my jewelry and she is an amazing designer. Everything was made depending on how much I told her I could spend. My bridesmaids are so thankful that I found this store because their dresses are really incredibly priced. I almost forgot to tell you the owner is handmaking my bridal hat!

Yes, you heard me...a custom made hat just for my wedding day. I am so excited about every experience with the store and the owner, Sheila. My whole family loved this place! For many brides, the dress represents the culmination of all of one’s emotions regarding a wedding: elation, fear, love and stress. It’s one of the most talked about and most cherished aspects of the planning process, and it can also be one of the biggest headaches. If you’re on a budget or just don’t buy into the standard dress process, here are some alternatives. Heirlooms Altering an heirloom dress worn by a sister, aunt, mother, or even grandmother can be an economical and original alternative to buying one brand new. You’d be amazed what a seamstress can do with a little time and creativity: a six becomes an eight, a long train becomes sleeves. If you’re really looking for a budget option, a free dress can’t be beat. And there’s something to be said for a dress – and a marriage – that can stand the test of time.

Discount outlets Buying a dress off the rack can save you as much as 50 percent off the cost of a gown. There are a number of national and regional discount bridal outlets that the same gowns at significant discounts. They also sometimes have rack dresses by size, past-season dresses, and discontinued items or irregulars. Make sure to check your dress carefully and ask the retailer how the dress made it to their store. These outlets are also a great place to save on other bridal wear and bridesmaid dresses. End of season sales If you’ve got some time and have found a few gowns that you like, ask the salesperson whether any of the dresses will ever go on sale. Many retailers will want your business enough that they will tell you, and some will even go so far as to automatically reserve a dress for you when it does go on sale. Sample models If you are a size 10, you’re in luck. Most dress manufacturers make their sample dresses in size 10, meaning that there are tons of them floating around.

If you don’t mind the thought of having a dress that others have tried on, it’s a great way to get your gown for a steal. Even if you’re an 8 or a 6, look into taking the dress to a tailor; after all, that’s what you’d do with a full-price custom-made dress anyway! Rentals Renting is a great option for people who don’t understand why you’d want to hang onto a dress once you’ve worn it. If you’d rather spend money on the venue or the wedding bands, check out local bridal rental shops, and see if you find anything you like. A word to the wise: some rental shops buy directly from the bridal gown manufacturer, while others purchase worn gowns from past brides. If you have feelings either way about this, be sure to do your research and go with someone you trust. Look for Deb Dresses Many debutante balls and cotillions require young women to wear white. These dresses are often elaborate, sophisticated, and a heck of a lot cheaper than a wedding dress of the same workmanship.