Reviews of Bride To Be. (Event Planner) in Reading (Berkshire).

Bride To Be

278 Reviews

159 Comments

Event Planner

Bridal shop

Dress Shop

Wedding Shop

unit 3, Mayer House, Reading RG1 7AN

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Information of Bride To Be, Event Planner in Reading (Berkshire)

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This business has received very good reviews from their customers, so probably it’s a place you should try if you are looking for this kind of services.

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Reviews of Bride To Be

H. D.

I went here with my mum and sister on Saturday for another try at looking for a dress having already tried on 7 dresses elsewhere. I am very body conscious and already had it in my head that I'll never look nice in a bridal dress. Javaid made me forget about my low self esteem and made this a truely wonderful experience. He kept my modesty, made me feel good and was just generally a knowledgeable lovely man. It really ended up being a lovely experience and I picked my dress which I felt lovely in. Thank you so much, you have no idea how much this meant.

N. H.

Really helpful and friendly. They make you feel so special like you are the only bride. Such a positive experience and found my perfect wedding dress in this shop. Such a range of beautiful dresses that it would be difficult not to find a dress that suits you.

M. H.

The ladies at Bride to Be were wonderful. Couldn't have asked for more. They listened to what I was saying about likes and dislikes and also used their knowledge of what suits different body types to bring out a range of different dresses some of which I probably wouldn't have ever considered. I would recommend for any bride to be!

V. H.

I’ve been to 4 different bridal shops but couldn’t find the dress. Emma and the whole team was just amazing, so understanding, the shop looks incredible and the choice of collection is very big. If you want to find your wedding dress and have the best experience I highly recommend this shop!

E. W.

I've had a lovely experience from start to finish with you guys. Sadly, due to Covid, my wedding couldn't go ahead as planned this year, but Bride to Be have be there to support my throughout. Special mention to Javaid who has been lovely to speak to every time I called- and helped me when I was having a meltdown peviously. Thanks for all your help guys and I'm looking forward to seeing you all when I collect my dress.

C. A.

I recently purchased my wedding dress from here. The staff were lovely and very helpful. The selection and price of gowns they have are the best I've seen on my search! (I did a lot of searching). I would definitely recommend this store to anyone looking.

K. D.

Had a great morning with Emma! She was very helpful and professional. Believe it or not, the second dress I tried on turned out to be the one! Thank you for your help Emma and celebratory bubbles too. I cannot wait to have my beautiful dress on again!

L. B.

I had a great time looking and picking my dress at Bride To Be in reading. I wasn't expecting to find a dress I loved but I did. The whole experience was lovely and all staff there are great. I would highly recommend to go. I felt extremely comfortable 😊😊❤️❤️ Thank you. X

S. S.

What a Stunning shop Bride to Be is, after all the shops i had been to before hand, this one was just something else. The shop had a very relaxed, welcoming feel to it. Emma who helped me choose my dream dress was so lovely, friendly and new exactly what she was doing. Im just over the moon with it. Thankyou so much x

L. B.

Such a lovely day choosing my perfect dress at Bride to Be. Everyone was lovely and Emma in particular was so helpful and patient until we found the right dress for me!

K. M.

Had an amazing experience at this bridal boutique. Emma was so lovely and helpful and she helped me find my dream dress. Shop is really nice and has great selection of dresses and accessories.

L. C.

Bride to Be was the first bridal shop I visited and I chose it because it stocked a couple of dresses that I liked. I was dreading the day I would have to try on a wedding dress as I have recently had a baby and also have an 38H bust which I thought would limit my options. The shop is lovely and very welcoming with a large selection of dresses. I was helped by Emma who was just brilliant. She has great ideas and even managed to shave a few inches off my waist just by changing a belt! I tried on lots of different styles and was never rushed. We all really enjoyed the experience and I found THE dress! Now I can really look forward to my wedding day.

L. A.

I loved my whole experience at Bride to Be from start to finish. My dress is amazing and the range of dresses they have are the best I had seen from a range of stores. I would truly recommend!

K. E.

Bride to Be Bridal Boutique were incredibly helpful when looking for my Dress for the big day. Definitely would recommend to others, they have a wide range of dresses and designers to choose from and extremely friendly staff to help.

R. G.

I had been to 4 other shops before coming to Bride to Be and could not find the perfect dress. Emma at Bride to Be was amazing. She knew exactly what I wanted and found me the perfect dress. Thanks so much Emma x

C. P.

Bride to Be was the first and only shop I went to to try dresses. I had some ideas, but didn’t know what would suit me. Emma was fab in bringing different styles that she thought would work. I found the one and went back to get a few days later. Fab shop, fab service!

E. C.

Had a really lovely experience at Bride to Be in Reading. Very friendly staff made me feel very welcome and helped me to choose my dress! Cant wait to go back and see them again! :)

J. W.

An absolutely amazing experience, Javaid was so patient with me & listened to what I didn’t want in a dress (as I had no idea what I did want!) I just can’t thank you enough. I LOVE my dress & I am so excited for my big day now that I have said yes to the dress.

C. B.

I could not recommend this store more highly. Emma and the team are really wonderful and helped me find the perfect dress. They have a great range to choose from (even managed to get my bridesmaid dresses!)

l. b.

Very happy with my experience in store on 06/05/2016 All the staff were so lovely and a big thank you to Emma T who spent lots of time helping me find my perfect dress for my big day. I cant wait to come back in January to see my dress and have my fittings :) Thank you to everyone at Bride To Be.

A. C.

A beautiful shop with a wide range of stunning dresses. Thank you so much to Emma at Bride to Be for making my appointments so enjoyable and stress free. I can't wait for next year!

L. M.

Great experience..walked in and the kind staff fitted me in there and then to try dresses on. They made me feel special and were supportive in the decision making process! I would definitely recommend using this boutique! Thank you so much!

J. H.

Absolutely amazing bridal shop! I had no idea what kind of dress I wanted and I was so sure I wasn't going to find anything that day but... Emma (the lady who ran my appointment) was so wonderful, she found me the perfect dress and I am absolutely in love with it. They ladies in Bride to Be really do know what they are doing and they are all so lovely. I would recommend this shop to any future bride looking for their perfect dress. Thank you so, so much Emma and Bride-to-Be! I can't wait for my next appointment when my dress arrives :)

A. C.

Lovely shop with a huge variety of dresses. Staff are so welcoming and helpful. I found my perfect dress straight away! although I do not live locally I would definitely still recommend to friends 😊

P. H.

I could not recommend more. Emma was amazing. I tried on one of each dress style. Emma listened to exactly what I liked and didnt like and at the end of the 5x dresses went and picked me up the dress I have fallen in LOVE with. Can't thank you enough.

A. D.

Really knowledgeable and helpful. I had no idea what I wanted when I started looking and Carla was great for helping me start to narrow down and focus until I found the perfect dress. All the staff made us feel really welcome and gave really honest advice which was much appreciated. I would definitely recommend.

t.

Emma was just brilliant, very helpful and attentive and she found my perfect dress one I would not have seen if not for her. Great selection of dresses, would highly recommend a visit. Thank you

n.

Lovely friendly ladies who know their stuff, great service, nothing too much trouble. And so much choice! I went to another shop after this one, but wished I hadn't bothered! I cant wait to meet my dress again next March! Thanks to Emma for making it fun. CC

M. H.

Fantastic service, really helpful staff. Emma was so attentive and gave me great honest opinions to help me find my perfect dress!! Really excited for my dress to arrive so I can try it on again :) Thank you for being so helpful!

D. B.

Amazing! Emma was fabulous and understood everything I wanted and I found my dream dress. It's such a beautiful shop and everyone is so friendly and helpful.

S. W.

Thank you very much for helping me find my dress and the bridesmaids dresses. When I came to you I was very stressed about running out of time but I found the perfect dress and the rest is history! Cannot wait for it to be ready!

H. B.

This was my first wedding dress shopping experience and it was brilliant. Jodie was so helpful and everyone made me feel so relaxed and welcome. Couldn’t recommend them more! Thank you

J. N.

Amazing service and very patient with me! The choice of dresses was excellent. Everything was explained really well, and you all seem very organised. Can’t wait for my dress to arrive! Thank you 😊

l. s.

I recently bought my wedding dress from Bride to Be after a long search. I visited the shop twice before going back to make my purchase, as well as, several trips to other bridal shops. I met with Emma on each occasion. She was incredibly professional and knowledgeable. I initially struggled to decide what style I was looking for and so I tried on lots of dresses. She listened carefully to my feedback on each dress to help hone down details/silhouettes I liked, slowly allowing me to find the right dress. What really helped to give a true idea of what a dress may look like on the wedding day was her ability to pin dresses. In many other shops, they just used clips but Emma was able to pin too, which made a real difference. She was also very helpful in showing options of how the dress could be customised. Booking appointments through their website/email was easy and they were patient with me returning three times. They were also not at all pushy. The shop has a really good selection of dresses and is well set out. Although it is an unusual location, when you enter the shop you don't realise you are in the middle of a shopping centre. It felt private and there was space for those who accompanied me. On my first visit, my young niece came along and staff were also really good with her, allowing her to look at all the dresses and be part of the experience. I highly recommend Bride to Be and look forward to my dress arriving in store.

M. R.

Lovely, friendly staff who were so helpful and an amazing selection of dresses. Thank you to Emma for your patience and for helping me to find the perfect dress.

A. B.

Lovely store, very patient with my lack of ability to make a decision. Tried on many dresses and had good knowledge about the dresses and what shape would suit me.

e. g.

The shop is lovely, warm, pink and fluffy as you'd expect. Very good selection of dresses and expert advice. A great experience.

R. H.

Really welcoming, friendly business. Jodie was amazing at helping me make a very important decision and listened to what I really wanted! All done with professionalism and privacy.

M. S.

Lovely experience at Bride to Be finding my perfect wedding dress. Special thanks to Emma for all her help in the search.

J. M.

All the shop assistants are amazing! They cannot do more for you. They are helpul, supportive and understanding, giving you advise while making your experience lovely. Thank you for everything

r. s.

Carla was great she made me feel so relaxed and helped me find the perfect dress!

J. P.

Absolutely amazing customer service! My dress is just to die for. Nothing was to much... I can’t wait to revisit for my fittings. Thank you so much

K. H.

Lovely and inviting place! Made the whole experience special and exciting! Very attentative and helpful in guiding you to your dream dress!

T. M.

Great choice of dresses and very nice and friendly team. Great and honest advice as well. Not pushy at all. Highly recommend!

K. M.

My experience of Brides to Be was fantastic! I am a plus size bride. I have always dreaded going clothes shopping and I wasn’t holding out much hope of finding anything that would suit me! As I was unsure what would suit me, the assistant advised me to pick a few I wanted to try on and she would pick some she thought would suit my shape. I tried on around 8/9 dresses but the dress I loved was the second dress I had tried on, which was picked by the assistant. It was a fitted dress which I would never have chosen a dress like that for myself. I also was conscious of my arms and the dress came with a matching jacket. I am so happy with my dress and can’t wait to wear it next year in April!!! I would not hesitate to recommend this Bridal shop for its excellent customer service!!!! Thank you Bride to Be!

M. G.

Fantastic bridal boutique. All members of staff are amazing and really helpful. I highly recommend

C. C.

Great service, very professional and friendly. Can't wait to pick my dress up, thanks Emma.

K. R.

Friendly staff and very helpful trying to find bridesmades dresses

K. L.

Excellent service and a really good range of dresses.

K. E.

Really friendly staff, good selection of dresses.

z. M.

Helpful staff waiting for my dress to arrive hoping the good service so far continues

J. F.

A wonderful experience and Carla (Bridal Consultant) was fantastic!

G. “. g. u. U.

Welcoming and professional service. Staff make you feel at ease

P. f.

Perfection with dresses and staff. Would highly recommend

S. K.

Lovely service - the ladies know what they're doing :-)

J. S.

I visited Bride to Be in October and I would highly recommend anyone looking for their wedding dress to go here. The experience was absolutely amazing and all the ladies there are so helpful and friendly. I had my appointment with Emma, I think she's brilliant, she really listened to what I was looking for and Emma actually picked my dress! She also helped me to make it my own with the addition of draped sleeves. I got a stunning veil too. I couldn't recommend Bride to Be enough and I'm so looking forward to going back around March for my fitting! X

L. H.

Nice store, helpful staff, only went in for a veil

Y. F.

Amazing, helpful staff. Great experience!

T. R.

Nice store and Superb Customer service!

A. A.

Beautiful, kind, friendly and honest!

Z. G.

My wife loved it '

T. N. T.

Nice shop !

B. W.

R. S.

L. W.

N. N.

My experience at Bride to be was great - seamless and stress-free. I tried on multiple dresses with the help from Emma and visited a couple of times with no pressure at any point. Once ordered, the staff kept me up to date with the dress’s progress, so I knew everything was at hand – something that was important to me. The dress was perfect – I received lots of compliments and my husband thought it was a great choice – he loved it! Thank you!

L. B.

I booked an appointment with Bride To Be, as I had seen a dress I liked and they were the local shop to me which stocked it. I went with an open mind as it was my first ever time to try on dresses. I had the most welcoming experience with Emma, who was so patient. I had an idea what I liked, but she helped me try on all different rages so I knew exactly what I loved. She helped me come to the final decision and I ended up purchasing my dress that day, I knew it was right when her face let alone my family’s lit up! Very professional shop with such a beautiful range of dresses to try on. They make you feel very special, and I’m very excited to go back and try on my dress when it comes in stock. Highly recommended!! Thankyou so much xx

H. a. G.

First shop I tried, and I didn't want to go anywhere else. The team at Bride To Be treated us so well, and the selection of dresses were absolutely beautiful. I'd been recommended trying the shop by a friend, and now I totally understand why. A huge thank you to Dawn who knew exactly what would (and wouldn't) work! She made me feel so comfortable, and within two appointments, we had the perfect dress which I can't wait to come back and try on in 2020. I've heard of stories from friends of going from shop to shop trying on so many dresses, but I just didn't feel the need to try anywhere else. Thank you Bride to Be and Dawn, you made my dress dreams come true! Georgie

C. G.

I thoroughly enjoyed my time at Bride To Be, they had lots of dresses that I'd seen online and liked and was able to try on before finding 'the one'! Emma was fantastic, she gave excellent advice and gave me plenty of time to try on the dresses, I did not feel rushed or pressured in to buying a dress at all. I'm definitely more excited for my wedding day now I've bought my dress. Thank you Emma and Bride To Be!

E. M.

I have visited Bride to Be in September. Booking an appointment was really straight forward. Jodie was looking after me. She was really nice and friendly, and she made me feel welcome as soon as I’ve walked through the door. Their selection of dresses are amazing! Although I wasn’t planning on buying a dress that day as my wedding is not till 2021, Jodie brought out a dress and I just could not leave it, so I said yes to the dress! :) She also suggested several seamstresses for the alterations, and when I needed advice she was there to help. Nothing seems too much trouble. I would highly recommend Bride to Be to any bride looking to find their dream dress. :)

T.

From day one of coming into 'Bride To Be' as a plus size bride I was self-conscious even more so on seeing how beautiful everyone was, but I have to say EVERYONE was amazing! So welcoming and so kind! I was made to feel beautiful from day one of choosing, to fitting and to alterations! Thank you for being so lovely and helping me find my princess dress and making me feel good about myself. Highly recommended God bless you all ❤️

C. H.

Bride to be was the first shop I visited and I’m so glad it was. As soon as you walk in the atmosphere is lovely and welcoming. Emma (Em) helped me and straight away knew what dresses to put me in. The first one I and my team absolutely loved but we carried on to be sure. Nothing was too much trouble and the guidance and reassurance put me completely at ease. Having tried on a good range of dresses we all knew dress number one was THE dress. I wanted to be sure so we agreed to go and have some food to think it over. There was no pressure from anyone at all and it was appreciated this was a big decision. Needless to say later on we returned and said yes to the dress! The team were all excited for me and clearly truly care about their clients. As Emma was in appointments she kindly introduced me to Dawn and Stephanie who let me step into my dress one last time before my measurements and order went in. I honestly can’t thank the team enough. I was a little daunted going in but they make the experience wonderful and very special. Thank you so much ladies!

E. T. M.

I can hardly put into words how much I loved my appointment at Bride To Be Bridal Boutique. Carla took care of me and my ladies that day, and we loved every minute. I felt in good hands and never had the feeling of being pushed into a certain direction (like a more expensive dress for example, which happened to me at a different store). The shop and staff is super professional and welcoming and they set expectations very clearly. I could go on how much I loved it there :) Looking forward to pick up my dress and put it back on <3

E. H.

I'd heard from a friend that Bride to Be was the perfect place to find your wedding dress. I'd had a pretty unsuccessful day wedding dress shopping so I thought I would see what they had to offer. I didn't have an appointment but they saw me anyway. Their selection of gowns is fantastic. The staff were all so helpful and encouraging and most importantly, very honest about which dress suited me best! I bought the first one I tried on - it is beautiful and I am totally in love with it. I can't wait for the wedding day! I can't thank the team at Bride to Be Reading enough - they are so professional and knowledgable and it was a fantastic experience...I'll be back for my accessories :)

S. O.

Bride To Be was my first bridal shop appointment and my last! I was very nervous prior to my appointment but when I arrived, Emma made me feel very relaxed and had picked out styles she'd thought I'd like based on suggestions I had made whilst booking the appointment. Emma bought out a selection of absolutely stunning dresses and had all the patience in the world whilst I was trying on the various styles and different veils - I knew instantly the dress I had chosen was "THE DRESS" and could not be happier with my purchase, the attentiveness of the staff and how comfortable I felt. I'm really happy I've bought my dress through such a reputable company and excited to go back to see Emma, the team and my dress again!

K. A.

Brilliant experience from start to finish! After booking my appointment at Bride to Be, I had a lovely email from Emma explaining the process on the day, the rough price range for the store and also asking a bit about me and my wedding plans etc. I immediately felt at ease and was looking forward to the appointment.The shop has a lovely calming atmosphere and all of the staff are really knowledgeable. With all of Emma's expertise I found my dress in no time, and with no stress whatsoever. I can't wait for it to arrive in store so I can go back and try it on again! Thank you Bride to Be and Thank you Emma!

E. J.

I first contacted Bride to Be in March 2018 to book an appointment to start trying on dresses in May 2018. The service was excellent right from the beginning! I was accommodated in every aspect, able to book an appointment time quickly and easily that suited me perfectly. I described to Emma what I was looking for in a dress and she picked out a range of shapes and styles to suit me. Once we’d narrowed down the shape I tried on around 10 dresses and picked out 2 that I liked the most. I had other dress shops to go and look at and there was absolutely no pressure to choose a dress right then and there which was lovely. I ended up booking another appointment when they were having a preview of the gowns for next year. Emma brought out my two favourite gowns from last time and some new ones that I liked from the new selection. I absolutely fell in love with one of the gowns and chose my dream dress! Emma was so lovely, bringing out the prosecco to celebrate!! I can’t thank the staff at Bride to Be enough in helping my choose my dream dress!

E. G.

We had a great a experience at Bride to Be earlier this year when shopping for a wedding dress for my sister, so when I got engaged in May I knew there was only once place I wanted to go for my dress! We were made to feel so welcome, the staff remembered us and were as friendly as the first time we had visited! Emma was so accommodating and patient with me and helped me find the perfect dress! I would recommend Bride to Be to any bride, whether you know what type of dress you want or not! Thanks again for everything, can’t wait to come back for the fitting!

A. J.

I cant recommend this shop highly enough, all of the staff were extremely friendly and helpful and they have a great selection of dresses. In particular I would like to say a huge huge thank you to Emma for helping me choose my wedding dress!! I was quite nervous beforehand and really worried I wouldn't find anything I liked but Emma immediately put me at ease and we found my perfect dress. We enjoyed the experience so much we are returning next week for a bridesmaids dress!!

M. M.

Buying a wedding dress is a very special thing to do, and Bride to Be really make sure that it is. I was extremely well looked after by Jodie who could not have done more for us. She was patient, and at the same time assertive, encouraging me to choose between dresses where necessary to narrow down the choice... until we found the one! Everyone I have met from the store team so far have been lovely and very efficient. I'm looking forward to my fittings soon!

a. B.

I have bought my dress from Bride to Be, and the service was amazing. I was given plenty of time to choose dresses, try them on and make a decision. I was even allowed to try it on again at another appointment when I had a slight dress wobble, again with no pressure to hurry up or choose. Emma was amazing and gave me brilliant advice regarding dress shapes, styles, and alterations. I'm so glad I bought my dress from here.

K. M.

From the moment I went dress shopping I knew bride to be was the perfect place to buy my dress. The welcome was warming the staff were so caring and understanding of what I wanted my dream dress to look like. I needed alterations and they did this so quickly and professionally they took the time to invest in me and my dress I did not feel they wanted to just take my money and shove me out the door. Amazing shop fantastic staff would definitely recommend.

L. W.

Beautiful selection of dresses and such excellent service. Emma and the team were extremely friendly and patient in helping me find my perfect dress. Emma really understood what style I was after and picked out the one! :) Thank you Bride to Be for making my dress shopping experience so perfect! Definitely would recommend to anyone

R. W.

I was so happy with the service that I received when I came here a few weeks ago. Emma was incredibly helpful and very knowledgeable of their dresses and what styles would suit what body shape. They were able to help me find the exact dress that I wanted and i couldn't be happier. I bought my dress, veil, accessories and all of my bridesmaids dresses from the shop. They made me feel incredibly comfortable and I cannot wait to go back for fittings. Thank you for helping my find the perfect dress. I recommended the shop to my Sister-In-Law to be who is also getting married this year and after having no luck at previous shops found her perfect dress too! Bride To Be have a dress for everyone!

G. M.

The ladies at Bride To Be were fantastic! Emma took her time with me, helping to narrow down what I wanted and suggesting alterations which could be made if there were elements which weren't exactly to my taste. I found the perfect dress and Emma carefully pinned on extra fabric to show me what it would look like with these alterations. I know that I was a little indecisive with my initial ideas but the ladies were all very patient and helpful! The shop itself is very nicely presented with plenty of space so that even with other appointments going on, I didn't feel overlooked and I felt like I was their focus. There are plenty of styles to choose from and I'm grateful to Emma and all the staff at Bride To Be for all of their help! I can't wait to wear my dress!!!

B. M.

Had a fantastic experience at Bride to Be Reading. Staff went above and beyond to accommodate us, even when my Mum had forgotten to confirm our appointment. After learning that my Mum and sister had to drive home to Devon that day, Emma and the rest of the staff went out of their way to make time for us to have our appointment - even though the mistake was 100% ours. The range of different dresses is wonderful, plenty of different styles and sizes to try on. The only tiny (insignificant) criticism I can think of is that the dressing rooms are a bit smaller than a few other places which I went, but it didn't make any difference to the overall experience. I found my dress on the first appointment, but felt I needed to come back another time before making a decision. When I came back I loved it even more and was sure I'd found the right dress. The staff were all very accommodating, particularly to my mum's request that I not be shown any prices whatsoever. They were also happy for my mum to make payment over the phone as she was not with me when I made my final choice. I love the fact that all the alterations are done in-house, as it feels more streamlined and secure. Would 100% recommend.

Y. G.

Had a brilliant experience here yesterday with my Mum, despite Covid. We were allowed to touch the beautiful dresses on the hangers and my maid of honour was on the other end of a video call. All the staff were so friendly and complimentary. Thank you to Emma for being so patient and helpful when searching for THE dress - which we found!! I can't stop thinking about my dress and can't wait until my first fitting.

S. S.

Honestly, I couldn't be happier with how everything went down! I booked my appointment in March 2020 and I was able to bring my mum along. It was such an amazing experience. I would say I am a plus sized bride and already had in my head that I wasn't going to find the dress of my dreams. Still, I tried to be positive. Having already tried on dresses elsewhere, I was a little uneasy. When I got to the shop, I was greeted by a lovely gentleman who made sure I felt comfortable whilst there. I was then introduced to someone who would help me find dresses to try on. She was very helpful and even pushed me out of my comfort zone to try something I never would've picked myself. That day, I found the most stunning dress. I didn't feel pressured to buy there and then but how could I not when it was literally the one! I was not rushed, I could admire how I looked in the mirror for as long as I liked. It's safe to say, tears were shed from myself and my mum. We bought the dress, a veil and a jacket to cover my worries. I felt so beautiful. Lockdown then happened I was very happy to have placed my order for my dress. Fast forward a few months and I'm needing my first fitting. I phoned the shop and the gentleman was very kind and explained all the new procedures that would be taking place during my fitting. He explained about wearing a mask during the appointment and that I could only bring 1 guest. If I had any questions, I could call him back and he could help me! We get to my appointment time, and there is no one else around - you literally get the entire shop to yourself! You ring the doorbell so he can let you in. I was then directed to a hand sanitising station where myself and my guest could have some. He wore a face shield and we wore our own face masks. Although I never imagined wearing a face mask during a dress appointment, I wouldn't say it was intrusive. I hardly noticed I was wearing one. The shop was very safe and continues to be now. I could visually see and I experienced the new things that had been implanted due to the virus. I was/am very happy about my experiences. I thought I would be nervous but I would say I wasn't at all! I felt so at ease! Brides shouldn't feel discouraged due to the new guidelines, because Bride To Be have made changes to make sure that brides still get their dress shopping experience. It's a magical experience and make note, Bride To Be have gone above and beyond to make sure that the needs of brides are catered for. I would 100% recommend for brides make an appointment. It's an experience you don't want to miss out on.

G. M.

What an amazing experience finding my dress at brides to be was. Emma was brilliant with me and so patient. I had already emailed before hand with a list of dresses I liked from the website, Emma had these ready for me when I arrived but also allowed me to have a look around the shop to see if anything else caught my eye - and boy did it. I was lucky enough to find the dress of my dreams (not one from my list) with the help of the lovely Emma. At no point did I feel rushed or pressurised and I was made to feel special from start to finish. Thank you so much for all of your help and I can’t wait to try my dress again in January. X

L. G.

I found my dress back in October after just one visit. Carla was so helpful and listened to everything I was after in a dress to help me whittle it down to the one. There was such a variety of styles and nothing was too much trouble, we even tried on a few veils with the dress so I could see what it would look like. Having the dedicated one on one time in your own space within the shop also really helped, and we were given a glass of prosecco once I’d said yes to the dress which was a lovely touch :) would definitely recommend Bride to Be. My sister also got her dress from here 5 years ago and had just as good experience.

A. R.

Bride to be was my third Bridal shop visit. As soon as I arrived the staff were so friendly and welcoming, it really made me feel at ease. They had a really great selection of dresses and I didn't feel rushed or pressured at all during my appointment, which I had in previous shops. I actually found my dress here, and its perfect. I was so happy with the overall experience and feel confident with my choice. Thank you Bride to Be!

H. F.

Absolutely fantastic. Shopping is really not my thing, and I am so not the excited bride-to-be that couldn't wait to try on dresses, but Emma took all of the 'scary' out of it all and helped me find a beautiful dress. They had a really varied range, and listened to the very limited specifications I gave them and quite quickly I found myself trying to choose between two gorgeous dresses. My mum came with me and she agreed that Emma gave us some really good advice without ever telling me which dresses to go for. Could not recommend them, or the shop, more.

Z. W.

WOW, WOW, WOW!!!!! So long story short, I purchased my dress from a different shop, and when alterations started the seamstress could not understand my vision! I had 8 alterations in total and my dress was still not right. Feeling deflated after so many wedding cancellations due to COVID anyway, to then have my dress not going right - I went to BRIDE TO BE in tears with my dress - straight away they knew the problem. They fixed it within seconds!! Tatiana and Carla were extremely helpful and very very reassuring for a stressed out bride. I wish I had gone to them from the beginning. My wedding is in a month and I am now so excited to wear the dress of my dreams - which is all down to this amazing shop. It’s definitely a 5* from me!

A. M.

My sister and I had such a wonderful time with Emma and the team. It was our second time being in the shop having been in to try on dresses for my sister’s wedding 2 years ago. There was no pressure to buy or “sales pitch” the ladies were just happy to make the experience fun. Emma had a great knowledge of dresses. Having narrowed down my search she was able to pull out many options along the lines I liked. I look forward to picking up my dress in a few months! The RBA dress guarantee was a great bonus.

H. W.

Had the BEST experience with Bride To Be in Reading! Thank you so much to Carla and the rest of the team for helping me find my dream dress! Amazing range of dresses and a fab environment to try them all on. You all made me, my mum and my maid of honour feel so welcome and comfortable which is so vital for buying such an important dress! A professional and helpful team I wouldnt have any doubt in recommending to anyone in search of a bridal shop! Cannot wait to come back for my fittings!

H.

I said Yes to the Dress at Bride to Be! I had a brilliant time trying on lots of different dress/belt/veil combinations. Emma was very understanding and even took my favourite dress off the mannequin so I could try it on! The shop is lovely and there is lots of choice! Would highly recommend!

l. d.

This is, by a long, long way, simply the best bridal shop we visited. I was very self conscious before going(I'm not a young,slim thing!) but was made to feel at ease straight away. All the staff are so welcoming and Carla is simply brilliant! She has endless patience and was so non judgemental that she encouraged me to step outside my comfort zone and I found the dress of my dreams.My whole experience here was just magical and she has given me the self confidence to follow my heart. We did visit other bridal shops where the staff were cold and pushy- I could not wait to go back to Bride to Be to confirm my decision! They are fantastic and I can't thank them enough!

F. H.

I came into Bride to Be feeling deflated and exhausted having been to several bridal shops already in the previous weeks and not having found the one. Carla understood me immediately and was so patient and helpful, allowing me time to browse and encouraging me to be open to different styles. I ended up finding the most stunning dress and I cannot wait to wear it next May to marry my best friend. Would definitely recommend the customer service at Bride to Be of Reading!

J.

I have had an outstanding experience with Bride To Be. I would like to thank Javaid for his service and professionalism. I absolutely love my dress. The alterations were made over lockdown in great timing and I am so very pleased with the results. Not only have I bought my dress from here, but other bridal accessories too. Thank you very much, I cannot recommend this store enough!

S. W.

Bride To Be is such a beautiful shop with so many different gowns to choose from. Emma was absolutely amazing, this was my first ever time trying on wedding dresses and she made me feel very comfortable. The rest of the team were lovely too and I was so happy to find my dream dress there! Would highly recommend - customer service was top notch!

J. B.

I found my perfect dress here! Emma was amazing, she really put me at ease and helped me sort through all the possibilities. The shop itself is lovely with a wide range of gorgeous, high quality dresses. Everyone is so friendly and helpful. No stress, all success!!

J. +. H.

Emma was fantastic, I found my dress on my first visit and as the dress was too big Emma pinned it before i went out to show my mum and look in the mirror. She pinned it perfectly to match my figure and was really helpful with suggesting different styling options. I went in with a budget in mind and she supported me in finding the perfect dress within that! A really friendly and professional service, i am recommending to all my friends! Thank you Emma :)

O. C.

Wonderful experience at Bride To Be! I was five months pregnant at the time and very worried about fitting into any of the dresses. All the staff were so lovely and made me feel so calm and confident in my own skin. I am getting married 5/6 months after the baby is born so I was looking for a dress to be forgiving but timeless at the same time. They helped me choose styles of dresses that suit me and what I was looking for. I tried on lots of dresses. The atmosphere was calm but exciting. All the staff were so helpful and understanding. After many disappointing experiences elsewhere, I finally found my dress at Bride To Be!! Over the moon with the experience and support I had. Would recommend to everyone.

J. A.

Very welcoming and polite staff. Found my dress after just trying 7 dresses on. Olga was so approachable and professional I ended up going for her chosen dress! It was definitely a great experience for a first time bride. Thank you for all your help and would definitely recommend!

F. H.

Made the whole process easier and enjoyable. Great at selecting different dresses at the start, listening to my feedback and knowing what would look good. Meticulous communications throughout. At every fitting my dress was handing up and presented ready. The seamstress was amazing, pointing out changes I wouldn't have thought of such to make the dress truly mine. They also held the dress, fully insured, on premises up to the day before so no worries about trying to keep it stored at my house.

D. H.

I couldn't have been happier with my choice of dress shop and even more my choice of dress!! All of the staff were very caring, helpful and friendly throughout the whole process and various fittings that I had. My big day was last week and everyone complimented me on my dress (by Sincerity). I felt a million dollars and it fitted me so well. The dress wasn't overly expensive as quality dresses go so Bride to Be is great value for money. I highly recommend them and thank you to each and every member of staff for helping me have my perfect day! Xxx

E. C.

After trapsing around more bridal shops than I knew was good for me, I was beginning to feel as if I was never going to get 'The One' feeling everyone was talking about... I visited Bride to Be after seeing their amazing collection of gowns online. The moment I stepped in the shop, I felt at home and the girls are all so lovely in there. I was actually on my own the first time I tried the dresses, and Emma was amazing in already having the selection I'd asked to try on, and in picking out other styles too. Emma went and picked a veil for the first dress I tried and I remember thinking 'Thats it!' Emma was a true star in finding my dress, and for me, she made the entire look a 100% yes with her choice of veil I probably wouldnt have considered myself, but it matched perfectly. She is a real pro, and after revisiting with my mum I said.... YES TO THE DRESS at Bride to Be ! Girls.. If you still haven't found your dress or had 'The one' feeling, then I really recommend Bride to Be Reading, and after speaking to friends, I have found that many others have purchased their dress here, and have only amazing things to say about the boutique. xx

H. S.

I was nervous about going to try on dresses as had convinced myself that it would be a stressful experience. How wrong I was! I was made to feel very welcome and relaxed and I didn’t feel pressurised at all. Emma was very helpful, straight talking and honest. I tried on about four or five dresses but I really fell in love with the first dress I tried on and ended up buying it. I’m so happy with my dress and can’t wait to wear it at my wedding! Thank you Emma & team!

S. J.

Absolutely AMAZING EXPERIENCE!! If you are getting married and you have not been to this store you must go.Living in Reading i felt i needed to go elsewhere to get my dress but i was completely wrong and i went out of Reading and i did not have a great experience at all. Bride to be Bridal boutique has friendly staff who have the patience of saints. I had no clue what dress i wanted and Emma/ Javaid took their time and went through all the styles with me and did not rush me at all. Emma gives her honest opinion on dresses and she is very good at picking styles so if you have no clue don't worry Emma has you covered. The atmosphere here is so relaxed and the only mention on money is to see what your budget is for your dress. You will not be rushed into making a decision on the dress there and then you can take your time, but stock does change so not too much time!! Javaid is an absolute gem his phone manner is incredible as he called me when i made my first appointment and it felt like i knew him for years!!!! i can not sing their praises enough!! AMAZING STAFF/ AMAZING STORE and i found my AMAZING DRESS. Thanks for a fantastic experience xxxx

L. P.

The best bridal shop I visited by far, Emma was absolutely amazing, kind, helpful and really made me enjoy my fitting experience. It was the first shop I went to and by the end of the day it was definitely the best shop for choice and friendliness. Emma asked questions about the type of wedding I was having and if I had an idea of the type of dress, she listened and found me the most amazing dress. I was so happy I found my dress here and I cannot recommend the shop and Emma enough.

E. S.

I could not recommend Bride to Be enough! The shop is absolutely beautiful! Emma and the whole team were so lovely! They were really welcoming and I immediately felt comfortable after feeling so nervous, so thank you to both Emma’s and the girls :) I wasn’t exactly sure what type of dress I was looking for but I explained what I liked and Emma found the PERFECT dress for me. I couldn’t believe it and I am forever grateful. I will 100% recommend Bride to Be Reading to anyone looking for their perfect gown. I am not local to Reading but as I had read so many great reviews we travelled up and I’m so glad we did. I can’t wait to get back to try my dress on when it’s ready!

k. r.

A visit here yesterday with my beautiful friend to find a wedding dress. We were there a very long time!!!! But the gentleman who dealt with us had time, patience, advice, care and above all a sense of humor as 2 over 50's who have not tried on such beautiful gowns in a very long time finally said yes to a dress for my friend and an amazing bridesmaid dress for me. A perfect afternoon spent being so looked after..... cannot recommend enough ... thank you.

L. B.

A friend at work recommended Bride to Be to me and when I got there I was helped by Emma to find the most amazing wedding dress! The whole experience was brilliant, really took into account what I wanted in a dress and used their professional judgement to find me a gorgeous dress. I would 100% recommend Brides going to this shop. Amazing.

K. C.

Bride to Be we’re absolutely brilliant! I dealt with Emma the manager who I couldn’t have asked for better service from! They helped me find the perfect dress and even provided me with different ideas about how I could make it my own. Would 100% recommend this business if you are looking for supportive, honest and friendly opinions to find your wedding dress.

S. L.

The service at Bride to Be is exceptional - welcoming, attentive and professional. Everyone that i have dealt with has been wonderful and it has made my whole experience simply fantastic. I recommend that you do not go anywhere else and make Bride to Be your first call if you are looking for your perfect dress and want to be treated like a VIP :-)

S. C.

I visited Bride To Be twice and saw Em on both visits. I chose some dresses from the rail myself but I ended up not liking them once they were on. Em offered her opinion and recommended that I try two styles of dress on (which I had previously disregarded), I tried the dresses on and they both ended up being my finalists! On my second visit to Bride To Be, I purchased one of these dresses for my Big Day! I can't thank Em enough for her expertise and help and could not have asked for anyone better! The Boutique itself is lovely, it's bright and sparkly and has a fantastic variety of dresses from different designers - I would highly recommend! :)

C. F.

I could not have been happier with the personable/professional service I received from Emma & Dawn. Given some personal circumstances buying my wedding dress was more of a daunting task rather than an exciting one but they put me totally at ease and made me feel good about this special purchase again. I could not have been happier with my choice of shop and the range of dresses they had to offer. Every occasion I am there they make me feel welcomed and special. Real experts in their field would 100% recommend.

L. K.

Bride To Be really have the most stunning dresses and I would highly recommend them to any woman looking to find her dream dress. There is so much selection and all the dresses are beautiful! The team in the store are so friendly and helpful and will be sure to find the perfect dress. I was so pleased to find my dress in the store and all the fittings and alterations were handled quickly and expertly done - Thank you B2B xx

E. L.

I couldn't have asked for a better first wedding dress appointment. All the staff in bride to be were the perfect combination of friendly and efficient. They helped me decide what to try on while feeling like I wasn't sure what I wanted at all. Of the five or six dresses I tried it was the first one that I picked that I purchased and they gave me lots of options to really make the gown my own. I'm so excited to go back and pick it up!! Thank you!!

L. C.

Wonderful experience all round. I was specifically looking for a Matina Liana/Essence of Australia dress and so happy to find that Bride to be in Reading stocks this designer. You would never know the shop existed in the Broad street mall, but I am so happy I found it. On my first visit I found 'The One', after excellent customer service the lovely Emma gave me sound advice and honest opinions. She was so patient, even when I asked to try on the same two dresses that I burst into tears in (for good reasons can I add!), and try on a dress that was on a mannequin in the shop window. Not only that, you get a glass of bubbly to celebrating finding your dress! It's a lovely shop with really friendly and helpful staff. A bonus too that if you purchase a wedding dress from them you get 10% at a local florist too. I can't wait to go back for my dress alterations. The perfect wedding dress shopping experience. Thank you Ladies x

C. M.

Whilst they recommend you only bring 2 guests, my bridesmaids wanted to make a day of the first time trying on dresses, so I had 6 guests. I called them in advance and they were more than happy to accommodate them all, and the service we received on the day was amazing. They were so helpful, gave great advice and so friendly... plus, they helped me find THE dress on my first shopping trip and we were all given a glass of bubbles to celebrate! Would highly recommend Bride to Be :-)

H. B.

Dawn (and all the staff) was so friendly and welcoming. She was great at guiding me to pick out dresses that would suit me and make me feel amazing - so much so that it was a real struggle to pick one dress out of so many beautiful dresses! Dawn pinned the dress so I could see exactly how it would fit once tailored. There was no pressure to buy on the day and the store even opened early for me a week later so they could fit me in at short notice to make my final decision. I'm so happy with the dress I've chosen and can't wait to collect it this summer. Thank you so much!

H. C.

Having been to a couple of dress shops before - bride to be tops the lot! I had a wonderful assistant (Emma) who really helped every step of the way!! Having tried on a variety of dresses, it was great to finally find "the one" and it was perfect. A very relaxed atmosphere which was great, and a cheeky glass of bubbly to celebrate was a lovely touch. I'm so looking forward to trying my dress on again when it arrives in store! Thank you emma, and thank you ladies for letting my bridesmaids try on some dresses too!

D. D.

My experience at Bride To Be was a lovely one! Having never been in a wedding dress boutique or even tried a wedding dress on before, Emma and the team made me feel very comfortable and confident from the moment I walked in. As soon as we got escorted to our area of the boutique, Emma gave me and my family the chance to walk around the store and pick out dresses as well as picking out her own. She always asked me how I felt about the dress before she asked my family their thoughts which I feel is important and the fact she involved my family meant a lot to me. Emma listened to my thoughts about every dress and picked out ones based on my preferences. She also encouraged me to try a completely different style dress to eliminate it and I am so glad I did. I actually liked all of the dresses I tried on and so I was struggling to say exactly what I did not like so much about each one - Emma made this easier by asking specific questions about each dress to help me realise what I liked and did not like. I felt so comfortable in the store which I appreciate a lot, shopping for THE dress can be daunting but I would do it all over again with these lovely ladies. They were all so kind and complimentary. Once I said 'YES' to the most beautiful dress, me and my family were given a glass of champagne to celebrate and my family were allowed to take photos of me in the dress. Emma also offered to take a group picture of me and my family. Great selection of dresses! The measuring of the dress and paperwork part went very quick and was not dragged out at all. All of the payment agreement was explained properly and I was given lots of information to take away with me including preferred photographer details ect. I would encourage any brides-to-be thinking about shopping for their dream dress to book an appointment with Bride To Be Bridal Boutique! (The dress I said 'YES' too was picked out by Emma AND was the very first one I tried on!!)

L. W.

Yesterday was my first time dress shopping and with covid and the new measures I was incredibly nervous about how the consultation would go. The staff at Bride to Be were extremely welcoming, attentive and friendly. Despite the new circumstances and only being able to have one person in my entourage the whole atmosphere was incredibly relaxed. I was able to facetime my cousin and maid of honour, which was so encouraged and supported through interaction by my consultant. Nobody missed out on anything, it was just fantastic. I would highly recommend shopping for your dress here. Thank you to the staff for creating such a wonderful environment and allowing the experience to be so personal and special for both myself and my mum. Saying yes to my dress still felt just as special as it would have done before covid and having to wear masks made no difference.

H. C.

Went to Bride to be as they stocked a bridesmaid dress I was after....sadly it was discontinued however the lovely Isabella was so amazing! She pulled lots of different dresses for the girls to try, she was super friendly, very attentive, listened to what everybody had to say but also gave the right amount of opinion needed to assist with final decisions. She was very chatty and helpful. Even asked to see my wedding dress even though I didn't buy it with them!! 10/10 recommend, just sad I already got my dress as they were so lovely!! Lots of choice for brides or even bridesmaids, do not hesitate to go if you're thinking of going. Thank you ladies!!

g. W.

Very friendly staff, welcoming and helpful, Tatiana was amazing, perfect dress would recommend to anyone.

T. H.

Just like to say a massive thank you to Emma who helped me along with my mum chose the perfect dress. Emma was very patient with me trying on lots of dresses that were all beautiful and finding the right dress for me which went on and off 5 times and giving great advice along with it when choosing such a big part of your day! I can’t wait to see my own dress at the end of May. Many thanks again Tara ❤️

C. A.

My mum and I visited in January without realising we needed to book an appointment, but all of the girls were amazing and managed to squeeze me in between appointments. First we were seen by Emma, she was so lovely and helped me pick out a bunch of different style dresses but had an appointment she had to attend to half way through (completely understandable as I didn't make an appointment) and Stephanie took over. Steph was just as lovely and attentive as Emma and again, helped me pick a bunch of different dresses. They were very open about pricing and made us aware of dresses that were going to be in an upcoming sale as well. In the end, I think I asked every single girl that worked there which dress I should choose - I feel like I got genuine, honest responses from everyone and I don't regret my choice at all. Thank you all so much for making the day so enjoyable, especially when I hadn't booked! I couldn't recommend you highly enough.

S. h.

My second visit to Bride to Be but this time with my bridesmaids, after buying my dream wedding dress here a few weeks ago. Covid19 restrictions and wearing a mask, could have spoilt what should be such a special experience; But both times was made wonderful by Davaid and the huge range of stunning dresses. His patience is impressive, he has a lovely sense of humour and very kind nature. Davaid really listened and with his eye as a designer was great at finding the dresses to flatter. We made a great choice visiting this beautiful bridal boutique. I highly recommend booking an appointment

F. H.

I visited Bride to be in March to look for a wedding dress and came away having put the deposit down on a beautiful Stella York gown! From the moment I rang to make an appointment the staff were incredibly helpful and accommodating. The environment was really relaxed and Emma, who was the consultant at my appointment, was friendly and full of good advice. Thank you for a lovely experience - I can't wait until my first fitting! Francesca

L. S.

Could not have asked for a better experience trying on my dress! I have been dreaming about this for the last 3 months of lockdown, and to be honest was quite nervous about the appointment as I have not been shopping for months. However, Javaid and the team could not have done more to put my mind at ease, and I had an incredible experience. There are lots of safety measures in place, but it doesn't detract from the experience at all. Staff are wearing transparent masks so you are all safe but can still see facial expressions. Dresses are sprayed at cleaned at the end of the appointment, and you are separate from other customers to adhere to social distancing. Javaid took the time to listen to what I wanted, and then carefully selected dresses for me to try which suited my figure and wedding style better than anything I had come up with prior to the appointment. He has a great eye for detail and knows what works well with your shape and colouring, and is happy to advise and help. The store is gorgeous with a great selection, I had a fab time and can't wait to come back and try my dress on again :) Thank you Bride To Be!

L. G.

Amazing experience at Bride to be, the perfect place to find your wedding dress. The entire team were incredible and gave their honest thoughts when trying on dresses, Emma however went above and beyond and I can’t thank her enough for helping me choose the most perfect dress. All Brides need to go here they really are the best!!

M. A.

Today was wedding dress day.....The one day i was not overly looking forward too! in my mind being plus size 18 i was not going to find anything! I was introduced to both members off staff, and i was asked my ideas, then taken around to see dresses... and i still wasnt convinced when i was shown the dresses .... so i tried on the dress i chose....oops no way!! and so it left the dresses picked for me... well it took 1 dress to know they clearly know their job... and i should stick to mine... my fears and worries all laughed away i found my dream dress and although it needs alterations i felt BEAUTIFUL....... Thank you.... cant wait to try it on again.... ps a glass of bubbly wouldnt go a miss 😘

J. C.

I had been to two other bridal shops before Bride to Be, and Bride to Be was by far the best experience. The staff were so friendly and helpful, and I really felt as though I could trust their opinion. The range of dresses was impressive and the shop floor was well ordered to help you pick styles you were interested in. I tried on about 6 dresses, and ended up buying my wedding from there too. I would highly recommend Bride to Be!

K. E.

I cannot thank Bride to be enough, I had flown in from Spain especially to shop for my wedding dress so had very limited time which added to the stress of finding that perfect dress. Emma could not have done enough and gave me great advice which made it a less stressful experience, we all had such a wonderful day. I am looking forward to flying back in March for my first fitting, thank you for making it so special Emma and all at Bride to be.

L. C.

I had an amazing experience in Bride to Be! The shop is fantastic and there is a wide choice of dresses, but the team is even more fantastic. I had my first appointment with Javaid and I think Carla (sorry in advance if I have mistaken the name). It was the very first shop I've been in, and I found the one straight away, really I didn't expect it at all. I've loved that the team really understood what I was looking for, and more importantly didn't put pressure in the choice at all! I've tried around 6/7 dresses but as soon as I saw the one I chose, I knew it was THE ONE! Thank you for everything you have done. I look forward to wear it on my wedding day :)

C. G.

Excellent experience with this bridal shop. Huge selection of dresses and the staff were really helpful. Bought my dream dress here! Lots of styles and sizes to suit all brides. Would recommend a mid week appointment as the shop is much quieter.

K.

Stephanie was so helpful and really listened to what I wanted (and didn't want!). She encouraged me to try on styles I hadn't thought of and took into account how things would look on my body shape. She was honest when she thought one dress suited me better than another and was great at picking a veil that made the dress look even better. I'm so excited to wear my stunning dress on the big day! Next stop: fittings. I'd really recommend Bride To Be - they have a broad range of dresses and made (a slightly nervous) me feel wonderful. Thank you Stephanie!

A. B.

Bride To Be have an absolutely beautiful collection of wedding dresses and all the staff there are attentive and helpful. I had two sessions with Em who was brilliant and made the experience so enjoyable. i have purchased my wedding dress through Bride To Be and cannot wait to go back for the first fitting. i would highly recommend using Bride To be for any bride looking for that special dress.

J. H.

I cannot express enough the skill, kindness and dedication of this team in finding you ‘the one’! I had a fairly fixed idea of what dress I wanted, to the point that the team offered to order it in especially for me, having not yet tried any on I was placed into the skilled hands of Emma.... she listened first to what I found appealing in certain dresses, she got a measure really quickly of my personality and style, bought me out a dress that would have met the similar criteria of the one I was so set on, listened with what I did and didn’t like, with each dress she edged closer and closer to the dress that was meant for me! I’ll say now it is not like the dress I thought I wanted!!! She knew what gowns would best suit my frame, she picked up on the tiniest of details that I’d umm’d and ahhh’d about for each dress I tried.... until the bingo moment where I stepped into a dress that found a flood of unexpected emotion washing over me and a usually verbose me stumped for words just staring in the mirror (I don’t do mirrors normally!) she slipped a veil that couldn’t have matched the dress and me better! (So obviously I bought that too!) I really didn’t know what to expect, wedding dress shopping as a girl who rocks around in pumps and jeans 99% of the time.... and doing so during COVID! I was scared that I’d feel misplaced or pressure or a bit inadequate..... fears that were so totally unfounded! I walked out of there buzzing with my dad saying ‘well that was easy!!’ Our calls and messages whilst waiting for the dress and notifying of change of date etc etc were met with the familiar warmth and friendliness. So accommodating and kind! Well Saturday I went back to try the dress on again pre alterations, and the flood of emotion washed over me again. The lady with me (I’m so sorry I didn’t grab your name- I was post night shift tired and giddy with emotion!) was friendly, bubbly, funny.... made me feel like a princess (and made me promise not to come back like a stick for my fitting..... As I was formulating a gym and diet plan to shift the inch I secretly kinda knew I’d put on over lock down! The tape measure just confirmed it!) the love for the shoes I’d bought with me from another lady in the shop was so lovely too! I can’t express enough what a pleasant experience this has been, you feel like they are on your journey with you, that they are invested in ensuring you feel like a princess in your dress.... with such a huge collection of beautiful gowns (can’t I have lots of dresses?!) With this team behind you and the selection of dresses you’ll be sure to find the perfect dress and have a wonderful time doing so!

K. P.

Thank you to bride to be for helping me find my wedding gown! Especially Emma who was just great at helping me figure out what I even wanted! Very patient and didn't feel pressured or rushed at all. After going to other dress shops I just couldn't wait to get back to bride to be! The quality and staff really separated it from the others I had been to! Wide selection of beautiful gowns. Thanks again for all your help and I can not wait for my dress to come in! X

K. S.

Really wonderful and professional team at Bride to Be! A great selection of beautiful quality dresses to pick from and a lovely comfortable setting to try them on. Carla was really helpful and patient in my dress search and helped me find the perfect dress to suit me - Can’t wait to collect it!

R. T.

I would highly recommend Bride To Be in Reading. It has a huge range of beautiful wedding dresses and a lovely team who went out of their way to make our experience special and helped me find ‘the dress’. Emma even emailed me a dress that she thought I would like that wasn’t in the shop originally but came in afterwards and without that email I would not have tried it on so a big thank you.

L. S.

I had a great experience at this store. I went to my appointment dreading it but Emma really put me at ease, listened to what I said I would like and got me a variety of dresses to try on. I was lucky to find my perfect dress here and I can't wait to go back and try it again when it arrives. Thank you, Emma, you were great!

T. F.

I found my perfect dress in Bride to Be :) Emma looked after me and gave me great advice on different styles that would suit me. She went out of her way to find the right dress that I had in my head (I was super picky with what I was after) and I'm so glad I booked the appointment! Thanks Emma I can't wait to get back in my dress for my big day :) Fay

S. B.

I contacted Bride To Be by email late on Friday to inquire about an appointment after weeks of fruitless searching for my wedding dress. By 9:30am the next day I was booked in for an appointment that day. Lorraine showed me around and was so very helpful and patient with me as I tried on different styles of dresses. There was one dress I tried on twice, went away and was able to come back to same day to try the dress AGAIN at which point I decided that was definitely the one! The ladies at Bride To Be were so patient with me while I made my decision and I didn't feel pushed or uncomfortable at any time (despite the fact that I overran my appointment time!). I had the most enjoyable experience and can't wait to actually get my dress now! Thank you so much Bride To Be!

H. S.

I cannot express how amazing Javaid and his team was throughout my journey of picking and fitting my wedding dress. Very compassionate and calming people and understandable. Thank you making my day special and happy and for giving me great opportunities and support. Highly recommend!!!!!

N. H.

I had a particular designer in mind when I got in touch with Emma and she was incredibly helpful in finding the style I was after. Her feedback on the day was invaluable and she made the whole experience very relaxing. I would definitely recommend Emma and the Bride to be Boutique if you are currently searching for your dream dress.

F. B.

A lovely boutique in reading with a large selection of gowns. Found my dream dress here! The staff are lovely very friendly especially my consultant Emma, very accommodating and offer a great service. I would recommend. One happy bride 2 be 👰🏻💍

P. M.

I found Bride to Be via a Google search as I needed to find a bridal boutique stocking Essense of Australia gowns as close to Swindon as possible and easy to access via a train journey. My daughter had tried on a particular Essense gown back in Suffolk and had fallen in love with it but needed to use a bridal boutique closer to home in order to attend fittings. From the first email contact to the final fitting we couldn’t have been more impressed with the service we recieved from the staff. I think what impressed us the most was the ‘can do’ attitude of all the staff from sourcing a sample of the dress my daughter wanted (as the shop did not stock that gown themselves) to the ordering and alterations. Practical, realistic and no nonsense advice gave my daughter confidence in her choice of dress. The experience of the staff shone through at all stages. The alterations were perfect - and we were shown how to corset the back of the dress in detail - taking videos of the staff fitting my daughter into the dress. This was to prove essential as the bride’s father had to get her into her dress as we were running late and everyone else, including bridesmaids and Mother of the Bride had left for the venue! The result was a stunning, confident bride in a beautiful, much loved dress. I cannot recommend the boutique and staff enough. Excellent.

T. A.

Such friendly and helpful staff! I appreciated their honest opinion and felt that they shared my hope of finding 'the dress' rather than 'a dress'. such a beautiful shop and plenty of dresses to try...I can't wait to wear my beautiful gown down the aisle on my big day. Thank you Emma for your help... (despite my distracting giggling sisters!)

P. C.

My appointment with Emma was great, she suggested an amazing dress which she thought I would like and that ended up being "the One". All the staff were very friendly and helpful, specially Emma that helped me in both appontments to choose the best dress. Super professional and they have stunning gowns. I recommend it to anyone!

L. B.

I would highly recommend a visit to Bride to Be in Reading to find your perfect wedding dress. The staff are all so friendly and welcoming and they have a great selection of beautiful dresses. I really was spoilt for choice! You are sure to find your dream dress here - I know I did!

A. S.

Emma from Bride to be was great! She was so helpful and made me feel at ease trying on all of the dresses. All the staff were lovely and helpful and made my party who attended with me feel really involved and I found my perfect dress! Thank you so much! 💕

C. L.

Would like to say a massive thank you to Kasane at Bride to Be! Myself, Chief Bridesmaid, Mum and Mother in Law had a fantastic experience. We were warmly greeted and served with complimentary drinks. Kasane took me around and choose a selection of dresses, and given my own dressing room. I was given all the privacy I required and advice! And by the end of the experience I said yes to a dress! It was beautiful and stunning and we all celebrated with a glass of bubbly! Thank you so much and I will look forward to my fitting! I would highly recommend and already have done so!

B. R.

I could not recommend this store more highly. Emma and the team were absolutely wonderful. They listened to the type of dress I thought I wanted and Emma then suggested a dress which turned out to be the one! If you are looking for a bridal shop with a great range of dresses and welcoming staff that go above and beyond to find the perfect dress for you, then this is definitely the shop to visit.

M. “. C. E.

I had my first experience of wedding dress shopping last Friday, 20th Sept, and this day will be an amazing memory for ever. My initial aim was just to get some ideas of what dresses would suit me etc... had no intention of purchasing a dress... Carla was my assistant and she was truly amazing, she made me feel at ease straight away. My mum and maid of honour attended with me, and we all looked for dresses as well as Carla. Carla showed me a dress and I was like, ummmm no. Then I tried my first dress on, and really liked it, but things about were not quite right, so then Carla suggested I try the dress on I said no too. That was it, that was my dress, as soon as I put it on, I fell in love with it, my mum cried, maid of honour had a tear in her eye, then we added the veil and a sash belt!! That was it, I said yes to the dress. I can not thank Carla enough, she was AMAZING all through my appt....

m. m.

So being a first time bride is quite daunting not knowing what to really do or expect, but at bride to be Reading my experience was just wonderful. From the moment I entered the shop even now throughout my wait of my dress being made I feel like I'm not just a number or customer and the advice given while trying on dresses really helped boost my self esteem. The dresses are of amazing quality. I would definitely recommend them to any bride wanting a beautiful dress along with a friendly atmosphere.

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