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1. CAN I GET A CATALOG OF THE WEDDING GOWNS YOU
CARRY?
Unfortunately, it’s impossible for Danelle’s Bridal to publish a
catalog. This is because our styles and the wedding gowns we
have available frequently change. We do have selected designer
catalogs in the store for your viewing.
2. ARE
ALL THE WEDDING GOWNS AT DANELLE’S BRIDAL “IN STOCK” AND READY
TO TAKE HOME RIGHT AWAY IF I WANT TO?
We
carry both “in stock” gowns as well as special order gowns. It
should be noted that these styles could change on a regular
basis. Danelle’s stocks a nice selection of stock and sample
gowns but has a much larger special order division.
3. WHAT ARE THE PRICES OF YOUR GOWNS? Our bridal
gown prices range from $400 - $1,200. Gowns in our Couture
Pavilion range from $1,250 - $3,000.
4. SHOULD I BRING IN PICTURES FROM MAGAZINES OR
THE INTERNET OF GOWNS I LIKE?
Yes, Yes, Yes. BUT, we strongly advise that you remember two
things. First, the models used by the bridal designers average
6’ tall and wear a size 4 so unless you are this tall and wear a
size 4 the gowns may not look the same on you. THIS IS WHY IT IS
SO IMPORTANT TO TRY ON SEVERAL STYLES AND SEE YOURSELF IN THE
GOWN BEFORE YOU BUY IT. The second thing you should know is that
many designers sell gowns that are not advertised in the
magazines and are not available online. Danelle’s carries a
beautiful collection of unadvertised “one of a kind” designer
gowns. Gowns that tend to look better on “normal” sized women
so BRING AN OPEN MIND. It has been our experience that when many
women see themselves in a pictured gown they thought they loved
they exclaim “gee, I thought it would be more exciting” and,
when they try on a gown style they had not even considered
before they go crazy over how good it makes them feel. You
should also know that when a bride brings in a picture of a gown
she likes, 70% of the time we either have that exact same dress
or one that is very similar.
5. SHOULD I MAKE AN APPOINTMENT BEFORE I COME TO
LOOK AT WEDDING GOWNS?
Yes, At Danelle’s
Bridal we do not permit self-service. Every future bride is
assigned a personal consultant that will wait on her alone. We
do accommodate walk-ins but appointments are always given
preference. (With an appointment either a consultant is waiting
for you or you will automatically be “next up”.) Please call
719-593-0020 to schedule an appointment.
6. WHAT IF I FIND THE GOWN OF MY DREAMS AND I’M
NOT READY TO BUY IT YET? (I’m not ready financially or I want my
mom to see it.) CAN YOU HOLD THE GOWN FOR ME?
Sorry,
we can’t. Danelle’s’ Bridal usually has only one of each gown
(sometimes there may be the same gown in a different size but
even that is rare). If we held a gown we may be depriving
another bride from buying the same gown that she saw and loved
the day before you. The advantage of our style of store is that
if you don’t find a gown of your dreams on your visit you can
return in a few weeks and see many new and different gowns that
came in since your last visit. The disadvantage is that if you
find one of our “in-stock” gowns is the gown of your dreams and
don’t purchase it that day there is a good chance it won’t be
here when you come back. That is why we suggest that before you
set an appointment you ask yourself, “ If I found the wedding
gown of my dreams in my budget can I buy it today?” If the
answer is no just schedule a tour so you won’t fall in love with
any one gown. It’s best to be ready at Danelle's Bridal by
bringing your mom or whoever you want with you. If you’re that
lucky to find the perfect dress you won’t have to leave it
behind. We do have a lay-a-way plan (50% down, balance in 30
days) for ‘in-stock” gowns. All credit cards are accepted
though. All special order gowns require a 50% non-refundable
deposit down. Shipping times for special order gowns average 3
– 6 months. Once the gown arrives in our store the balance is
due within 2 weeks. We do accept payments after the order is
placed until the gown arrives. We do not accept checks on final
payments. Gowns must be paid in full prior to any alterations.
7. HOW IS DANELLE’S BRIDAL DIFFERENT FROM OTHER
BRIDAL STORES?
There are two BIG differences. First, although both Danelle's
Bridal and the big chain both stock wedding gowns, the big chain
store manufacturers its’ own dresses at their factory, i.e. all
the wedding gowns “they” sell were made by them (not
designers’). At Danelle’s we carry only designer gowns within a
wide range of prices. The second BIG difference is that the
chain stores have “fixed styles for the season”. This means that
for the most part their dress styles don’t change during the
year. They can even give you a catalog because they are selling
the same gowns over and over. At Danelle's Bridal we don’t have
“fixed styles”. Our wedding gown styles and inventory changes
frequently (sometimes weekly). The benefit to you, our customer
is that if you don’t find the gown of your dreams on your first
visit, just come back in a few weeks and you WILL see new and
different ‘in stock” wedding gowns. Please take a look at the
customer comment section on our web. We pride ourselves in
outstanding customer service and personalized care from start to
finish.
8. DOES
DANELLE'S BRIDAL DO ALTERATIONS “ON SITE”?
Yes, we have two seamstresses’ that provide
on-site fittings. One seamstress is a master seamstress and
both individually have over 20 years experience in the bridal
industry. We recommend having the alterations done six weeks
prior to your event. You should plan to bring the shoes you
will be wearing with the dress – along with any undergarments.
We do carry a full line of slips and other accessories to
complete your ensemble. Alteration appointments are available
Tuesdays through Fridays. To schedule your appointment please
call us at 719-593-0020. |
