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Based in Trappe, Pennsylvania, Alessia's Bridal and Formalwear is a boutique specializing in wedding dresses and accessories. Owner Alessia opened the shop in 2019, continuing a local bridal legacy—before Alessia's, the space was home to Stephanie's Bridal, a beloved store that served the community from 1977. For decades, this location has supported countless to-be-weds in their search for the perfect wedding day look.

Services Offered

In addition to a curated selection of gowns, Alessia's Bridal and Formalwear offers the Ever After Experience—a private, after-hours appointment designed for those seeking something extra special. During this personalized session, clients can bring up to 10 loved ones to help them browse Alessia’s handpicked collection. Guests enjoy light refreshments while Alessia provides one-on-one attention, guiding each client toward a look they’ll love.

Designers available in-store include Colby John, Dany Tabet, and Sophia Tolli. The boutique also offers attire for the wedding party and parents of the couple. Additional products include:

  • Jewelry and hair accessories

  • Veils

These brands offer a range of styles, from timeless classics to modern, fashion-forward gowns—perfect for a variety of bridal tastes.

Off-the-Rack Options

For brides on a tighter timeline or looking for a great deal, Alessia’s Bridal and Formalwear also offers a selection of off-the-rack gowns. These dresses are available to purchase as-is at a discounted price, making them a perfect choice for those who want to take home their dream dress the same day. With a variety of styles and sizes to choose from, you can still enjoy the boutique experience—without the wait.

  • Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions

What are your price ranges for full-priced wedding gowns?

Under $500
$500 - $999
$1,000 - $2,499
$2,500 - $3,999

How do you price dress alterations?

Flat Fee

Who do you provide services for?

Bride
Bridesmaids
Father of the Bride
Father of the Groom
Groom
Groomsmen
Mother of the Bride
Mother of the Groom

Which of the following services do you provide?

Alterations
Appointments Only
Preservation
Sample Sales
Trunk Shows

Which of the following items do you offer?

Bridal Belts
Hair Accessories
Jewelry
Plus Size Gowns
Sample Gowns
Veils

What is the average turnaround time for a bridal gown?

6-8 months

How often do you receive new bridal gowns?

Seasonally

What is your return policy?

Final Sales

Reviews of Alessia's Bridal and Formal Wear

Valerie
Valerie Sent on 05/11/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Alessias Bridal

Very pleased with the selections available. Staff are knowledgable and made our bridal gown search fun! I would highly recommend this salon to any bride to be!
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Jessica Sent on 10/07/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Best Dress Shop Around

Alessia and her team were amazing to work with from start to finish! The day I found my dress, I did not feel rushed or pressured to buy a dress. They allowed my family and I to voice our opinions and wants without any judgement. They are reasonably priced and alterations are included (unless adding material)! I absolutely felt beautiful and felt like family each time I walked in there for my alterations and they were so excited to see pictures once I was finished! Couldn't recommend more!
Wendy
Wendy Sent on 02/02/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Saying Yes to the dress

This was a wonderful day for me and the staff was great to work with!
Heather
Heather Sent on 11/05/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Great bridal shop

Made me feel like a queen!!! Friendly, kind, and budget friendly.
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Erin Sent on 08/02/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Great service, found dream dress

My mother-in-law made the appointment to go dress shopping (the appointment was back in March 2018). I found a dress ahead of time online from a designer their website said they carried. This was my second dress shopping experience (1st at Stephanie's). They had my dream dress and it fit like a glove and within my price point with alterations included. I tried on a few other dresses in different styles just to make sure and felt very supported by the consultant. During the appointment, they even helped me tweak the straps to convertible right then. Alterations were a breeze and I got a veil to match the vintage style beading. Dress was ready on time and took the stress out of the experience.
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Stephanie Sent on 10/16/2017
5 out of 5 rating
I had a wonderful experience at Stephanie's! Staff was so helpful and I got the dress of my dreams!
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Michelle Sent on 08/23/2016
5 out of 5 rating
I looved my wedding dress! At Stephanie's I originally worked with Alisha who was awesome! She had me try on a variety of dresses and I ended up buying a ball gown which was what I thought was a definite NO, but I loved it. They helped me accessorize with a beautiful belt, shoes and jewelry. I really liked that they would let me come in to try my dress on with different items to see what I liked and then when asked their opinion they were honest! I also got my bride's maids dresses here and again they were so helpful with this process. It is great that the alterations were included as well. I cannot say enough about Stephanie's! My girls and I had such a great experience and they helped to make my wedding day perfect!
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Amanda Sent on 01/03/2016
5 out of 5 rating
I went to four bridal salons and Stephanie's was the first I went to and the one i went back to. I am plus sized and they had such a large amount for plus size to choice from. Also they were very accomidating. They didn't make you feel like you were the average skinny bride. You can tell the people working here have been doing this for a long long time because they know the trick of the trade to get you to invision something if it wasn't your exact size. The girls working there are just so sweet and make you feel like you are the only one in the shop. the prices of the dresses you cannot beat for the quality. And he best part of alterations are included which saves you a fortune and the seamstress you can tell knows her stuff. Love this dress shop!
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Adrianne Sent on 10/10/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Had a wonderful experience here. Everyone was very patient as I narrowed down my dress selection. Dealing with them was easy, everyone was friendly and excited for each bride I saw in there. Thank you for a great experience, and for helping me find my dream dress!
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Amber Sent on 06/16/2015
5 out of 5 rating
My experience with Stephanie's Bridal was amazing. I worked with numerous (if not all) of the ladies that work there and they were all great. I spent a lot of time trying on various dresses, and ended up finally deciding on one. I paid for it in full up front, and within the week began second guessing my decision. I had my heart set on a dress that was in the fitting room with me the entire time, but the design on the dress I ended up selecting sold me. I called and asked if it would be possible for me to come back in and try on the original dress again that I had my heart set on and they agreed. I made an appointment for Saturday, and decided to go with the original dress I fell in love with. Not only did I feel comfortable in it, but it was more "me". I found out that day that the designer stopped making the dress the day before, and so it was not available for order anymore. They worked it out for me and were able to cancel the order I originally placed. They offered me the floor model of the dress I wanted, cleaning it and bringing it in to my size. Not only did they do this, but they did the alterations completely free of charge. I cannot say enough good things about this bridal shop, and would recommend them to anyone that asks. I originally had gone to David's Bridal and was SO happy I made the decision to go to Stephanie's. Their selection is so much better and it is a much more personalized experience. You do not have a sales rep balancing between you and one or two other girls, they are completely focused on you and helping you make the decision on the dress.
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