Best Bridal Salons in Alexandria, Virginia

An Overview of Alexandria's Bridal Salons Offering High Quality Wedding Apparel

Stephanie Espiritu
Alexandria, Virginia is largely populated by professionals working in the federal civil service, the U.S. Military, or for one of the many private companies which contract to provide services to the federal government.

However, it is also home to picturesque views, an abundant amount of attractions, and a vast array of bridal salons which is a great benefit to those lucky ladies that will soon say "I Do."

Here is an overview of the best bridal salons in Alexandria, Virginia.

"Hannelore's of Olde Town" is located at 106 North Lee Street and has been serving Alexandria brides and beyond since 1984.

Its reputation for outstanding service, selection, and style shines through when stepping through its doors and continues to be a favorite of brides to be.

With over-sized dressing rooms, brides will find much needed privacy when trying on gowns at "Hannelore's of Olde Town." Home to over 20 designers such as "Anne Barge," "Eve of Milady," "Jenny Packham," "Lazaro," and "Paloma Blanca," brides will find a unique gown that accentuates their beauty and sense of style.

In addition to wedding apparel, accessories including hair pins, veils, and tiaras are available from top designers "Christina Garcia," "Toni Federici," and "Homa," just to name a few.

To learn more about "Hannelore's of Olde Town" log on to www.hannelores.com.

For the discriminating bride, "Katherine's Bridal Boutique" is dedicated to helping brides have a joyful and memorable experience when purchasing a wedding gown.

Conveniently located at 3104 Duke Street, "Katherine's Bridal Boutique" offers some of the best lines and services that can be found in the Alexandria area.

Designers such as "Janell Berte'," "Alvina Valenta," "Manale'," and "Demetrios" grace the racks at "Katherine's Bridal Boutique" which ensures every bride a gown of their dreams.

In addition to wedding apparel, accessories such as headpieces, jewelry, handbags, and shoes, are available which will compliment every bride on her special day.

To learn more about "Katherine's Bridal Boutique" including alteration and gown preservation services log on to www.katherinesbridalboutique.com.

Located at 225 North Washington Street, "Ellie's Bridal Boutique" takes great pride in the quality of their service and their relationships with their brides.

With the majority of their client base stemming from referrals the staff at "Ellie's Bridal Boutique" knows the value of excellent customer service and quality wedding apparel.

Offering exquisite gowns from designers such as "Allure Bridal," "Alfred Sung," "Casablanca," "Angelina Bridal," and "Jim Hjelm," in combination with stunning accessories, brides and their parties will look and feel amazing.

In addition to bridal apparel, "Ellie's Bridal Boutique" offers quality alterations and wedding gown preservation services for every member of the wedding party.

To learn more about "Ellie's Bridal Boutique" log on to www.elliesbridal.com.

Joy Houston, owner of "Joy Houston Bridal," is one of the leading fashion designers in her field. By attending three different fashion schools, Joy acquired an extensive amount of experience in custom design wedding apparel.

Competitive with other traditional retailers, "Joy Houston Bridal" features an elegant and unique collection of bridal, bridesmaid, flower girl, and formal attire, and believes that every woman has her own unique natural beauty.

By using custom-made silk fabrics from Asia and hand embroidered symbols from nature, "Joy Houston Bridal" proves to be highly popular with Alexandria brides and those in the surrounding areas.

"Joy Houston Bridal" is located at 687 South Washington Street and can be visited on line at www.joyhouston.com.

For the bride who wants anything but traditional, she will find it at "Gossypia," located at 325 Cameron Street.

"Gossypia" is an eclectic boutique known for its artistic apparel and carries lines such as "Flax" and "Eileen Fisher." "Gossypia" offer brides a diverse selection of informal, encore, and destination wedding gowns that will truly demonstrate her unique sense of style and personality.

To put the finishing touches on the bride to be, "Gossypia" has an assortment of ethnic and sophisticated jewelry that will suit every taste, including earrings, pendants, bracelets, and necklaces.

In addition to wedding apparel and accessories, "Gossypia" carries a vast array of items such as pillows, mirrors, pottery, and art which explains why it is unlike any other bridal salon in the area.

To learn more about "Gossypia" and its unique products and services log on to www.gossypia.com.

"Bridals by Natalie," located at 8727 Cooper Road, has been serving Northern Virginia, Maryland, and D.C. brides for the past 14 years.

The staff at "Bridals by Natalie" takes pride in providing the finest quality merchandise at a fair price with extraordinary service. Doing this earned them an impeccable reputation with brides not only in the mid-Atlantic but also at their Florida location.

Brides will find exquisite wedding apparel from "Mary's Bridal," "Impression Bridal," and "Mori Lee" and discover a breathtaking collection of accessories including jewelry, headpieces, and shoes.

In addition to wedding apparel "Bridals by Natalie" carry a variety of formal wear for sweet 16, prom, first communion, and other special occasions, which makes it highly popular with not only brides but clients of any age.

To learn more about "Bridals by Natalie" log on to www.bynatalie.com.

Finding the perfect wedding gown doesn't have to be difficult. Brides will find unique, exquisite, traditional, and breathtaking beautiful wedding apparel in any one of these bridal salons, which prove to be the best in Alexandria, Virginia.

Published by Stephanie Espiritu

Stephanie Espiritu is a military wife with two boys and has lived throughout the United States. She is a small business owner but spends most of her time volunteering in the community. Her main writing focus...  View profile

  • "Hannelore's of Olde Town" is one of the best bridal salons in Alexandria, Virginia
  • Alexandria, Virginia is home to the popular "Joy Houston Bridal" salon
  • "Katherine's Bridal Boutique" is one of the best bridal salons in Alexandria and popular with brides
Alexandria, Virginia is largely populated by professionals working in the federal civil service or the U.S. Military, but is also home to some of the best bridal salons in the mid-Atlantic.

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  • Jack Wellman7/28/2010

    I must say you are good news for any bride to be my friend. Nicely done. I see that once again, you are so very thorough.

  • David A. Reinstein, LCSW7/28/2010

    Have you toured the country reviewing Bridal Shops... or have you been to so many to have married once in each of the towns whose shops you have visited? Is your last name really Gabor?

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