Promise...for the savvy bride 4.5 out of 5.0 4.6/5.0
4931 A St. Elmo Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20814
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Services: Dress & Attire
Established: 2003
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At Promise…for the savvy bride we have modernized the art of dressing today’s stylish brides. If you are looking for a couture wedding gown that is sophisticated, elegant and contemporary, then Promise is the place for you. 
 
We want your experience at Promise to be as exciting, fun and personal as the wedding itself. Our entire staff is dedicated to providing a fresh approach to meeting the needs of today’s stylish, cosmopolitan brides, with unparalleled service in a warm and inviting environment.
 
Your wedding gown is one of the most important style statements you’ll make and should reflect your personality and your own sense of style completely. At Promise, we are committed to helping you create an ensemble as special and unique as you are. From elegant and graceful to glamorous and contemporary, Promise offers an exclusive collection of bridal gowns that are handpicked each season.  Promise also offers an impressive collection of chic, wearable bridesmaid dresses in an array of fine fabrics and trend-setting colors, so that your Maids can look as stylish as you. 
 
Almost everything in our boutique can be personalized, from design details and the color of your gown to the edging on your veil and the stones in your necklace. We have an extensive selection of carefully selected traditional and contemporary accessories to complete your look. From veils to shoes to jewelry, as well as undergarments we can help you find just about anything you might need to look fabulous. 
 

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Cakes Unique
 Always wonderful to work with! My brides have consistently raved about Promise.

Additional Questions and Answers
How do I decide what kind of gown I’m looking for?
In the beginning, we recommend that you keep an open mind.   Until you start trying gowns on, you most likely won’t know exactly what style is right for you. To identify what you might like, start by looking through bridal magazines or on wedding web sites. Your wedding day look should be a reflection of your own sense of style. So, think about what clothes or styles you have in your closet that you love. Begin to collect pictures or ideas of the bridal designs or looks that really appeal to you. When you’re ready to begin shopping, call us to schedule your appointment. 
 
When should I begin looking for my gown?
This depends entirely on you. We recommend that you order you bridal gown 8 to 9 months before your wedding date. This allows for the time it takes for the gown to be custom made and the time we prefer to have for the fitting process. If you want to do a lot of shopping and plan to visit every bridal salon in the area, then you will want to begin shopping for your gown about a year in advance of your wedding date. If you are very decisive, know almost exactly what you want and have pinpointed the shops that carry those styles, then you may only need to visit 2 or 3 shops, or a month or two, before finding the right dress. 
What is the price range of your collection?
Promise is a couture bridal boutique. All of our bridal and bridesmaid gowns are made to order. The majority of our bridal gowns are priced between $2500 and $4000. Some of our simpler gowns are priced closer to $2000, and some of our more exquisite designs are priced closer to $7000. Our bridesmaid dresses are priced between $225 and $400. Throughout the year, we hold various sales and promotions that effect the price of our gowns. Most notably, twice a year, in the Summer and in December, we offer select bridal and bridesmaid gowns “As Is” off-the-rack for up to 50% off. 
 
I’m ready to purchase my wedding gown, now what?
Congratulations! It is an exciting day when you find your dress. When you are ready to purchase your gown, we will take your measurements and compare them to the size chart provided by the designer to select the appropriate size of your gown. We will then discuss fabric and color decisions with you. The paperwork/order form is filled out and signed by you. At Promise, we require a deposit of 50% of the cost of your gown to place the order. The balance, which includes tax and shipping, is due when your gown arrives at the boutique 3 to 4 months later.