On Sunday Kent and I went for a drive to Detroit to go to Target. When we got to the Target plaza, attached to it was none other than a David’s Bridal. I had heard a lot of things about David’s Bridal – that they are huge, really busy, you can take pictures, and that the customer service is horrible.
We decided to go in. I’m torn between two dresses right now, and don’t really want to be torn between anymore, but since I had been wanting to go to a David’s Bridal, it felt like fate and so I had to go in.
When I got in they said they could fit me in right away (it wasn’t busy at all so that rumour was false, all the others were true). The lady at the front desk gave me a David’s Bridal catalogue and told me to pick out three dresses. Since I thought this was just to get the idea of what I like, I took it semi-seriously. I waited for a bit on an armchair:
Then I was brought to my dressing room. The lady had found the three dresses I liked in the catalogue, brought them to my dressing room, and then disappeared. Nowhere to be found, even when I looked around the store. And I didn’t see her again! If that isn’t bad wedding dress customer service, I don’t know what is. SO different from my past three dress shopping experiences. If I had actually been looking, I probably would have been disappointed, but in reality I actually didn’t care.
Dress uno:
I liked this one at the time but looking at pictures, I think it really overwhelms me. Oh, and the lady also put this hideous veil on me.
This one I did not like very much.
This one was too big (one thing I did like about DB is that they have each dress in more than one size) but I LOVED wearing it. It was so light and airy and comfortable.
With Kento (and proof that the wedding is now officially jinxed!):
That’s it! I didn’t love any of the dresses more than the two that I have picked out, and didn’t find any others that I love because the salespeople were of no help. So I will confirm that David’s Bridal is no good. Come to Canada to wedding dress shop instead. There is way more love floating around in our wedding dress stores.
Next up – photographer shopping! We’re meeting with one on Sunday. I’m excited about him because not only is he really good but he’s also pretty cheap AND will come to the reception. Which, along with rights to the pictures, is key for me.
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It is SO WEIRD to see you in a wedding dress! Holy cow! Did Kent get all teary?
You mentioned you liked the one because it felt so light and airy – I think that is a sign that the first dress (from the previous post) is the real winner! It is too “Micaela” to pass up, and you will be so comfy and happy on the actual day!
You look beautiful by the way!
Number one and three look great on you!!
‘cept for that whole weird veil she stuck on you, you’d think since she worked there she’d have some clue of what kind of veil to put on.
You look beautiful and I LOVE the first one! That is just me. If I always go with comfort too though!
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Hey Mic
I agree that since the 3rd one in a way reminded me of the 1st dress that you picked out (in Canada) I think that that is the dress for you…
But you definately looked beautiful in the dresses!!!!
That’s so weird that she just disappeared! You should have asked someone like um where is the lady that just helped me?
And the moment you said you loved the airy feeling I agreed with what everyone else said- the first dress in the other post!
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See, I’m LOVING the way you look (no brokeback) in the first fitted dress. It looks incredible!! For that reason, I love the second dress in your other post. Seriously, amazing! I just love the way those dresses look from the back with their little train all cute and fun!
What photographer????
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Ditto to Leah…and I love #3
Allison, I think you will love MY dress
I’ve heard other nightmare stories about davids bridal (shiver). I’ll not be going there anytime soon!
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@Leah – No he did not get teary! I asked him if it was anticlimatic and he said it will be different when it’s the real thing. Let’s hope so. I’m not sure if that is the real winner. I’m still undecided. Neeed your help when you come home, need you to come see the other one.
@Jaime – Thanks! I know, the veil was crazy and weird. She had no clue…
Tipp – Thanks!! I try to do the same but there are exceptions to the rule… like a really pretty dress??
Bridget – I still don’t know! Ahhh oh well. I’ll figure it out. YAY for you commenting.
Lauren – I know, but I kinda wanted to leave anyways because I didn’t want to try on a million dresses so I was actually okay with it. You are the third person who has said the first dress in the other post whereas I am starting to want the other one.
Allison – Thanks for the input! I thiiink I’m leaning towards that one too. Maybe.
Erica – Yeahh yours is kinda that style. Although shouldn’t that mean you love #1?
Broke-Ass-Bride – haha.. I wouldn’t say it was a nightmare, but just not very wonderful! I did actually find the dresses very cheap for wedding dresses (#1 was $500 and #3 was $400).
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Aw dress shopping fun! I got my dress from DB in Buffalo. I’d have to agree – not so great customer service! The lady helping me and my girls asked if we were gonna lose weight and we said yes (we had 9 months) and she then said you’d better think realistically. We should have left, but the the prices were right *sigh*
Happy dress hunting!!
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ps… I’m a photographer too
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I’m sorry you had such a problem at David’s. I loved it there! I had an appointment when I went in and the woman doted on me 100%. She probably brought me up to 10+ dresses (though I had already chosen the one I wanted — the second).
I’ve heard it either way at David’s. You either love them or hate them!
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I mean that I love #3 on YOU. I couldn’t pull that off.
In the first picture, the one that’s kind of like a halter.. i liked that one!
Mic you are the paper bag princess. You would look beautiful in anything even a paper bag. Therefore all dresses look amazing on you. However that first dress you tried on in Port Credit is my favourite on you still.
Ps. Next Halloween remind me to be a paper bag princess.
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Just a heads up for your wedding photographer. Be very careful when a photographer is less expensive. I am a photographer myself and I have been called for last minute wedding coverage because the cheaper photographer never showed up…or because the individual has shown up and hasn’t a clue. Don’t be shy to ask for as many names of couples that this photographer has done work for. The minute you leave your meeting with him or her…start calling!!
There are just too many horror stories out there that are real. I have met with young couples that had to wait months for their pictures. Make sure that your photographer will edit your photos and THEN give you the disc uncopyrighted so that you may print as your budget allows. Hopefully this person that you are meeting with has been sent to you by word of mouth.
Good Luck to you and God Bless!
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