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The White Dress by The Shore offers chic couture for brides and maids in the quaint atmosphere of an antique home.

HOURS BY APPOINTMENT | 860.669.4596

Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 10-5
Thursday: 12-8 (join us for our Champagne Appointments from 5-8)
Saturday: 10-4
Last appointment is 1-1/2 hours prior to closing

Contact us via email at: info@thewhitedressbytheshore.com

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Frequently asked questions

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

$2,500 - $3,999
$4,000 - $6,499
$6,500 - $7,999

How do you price dress alterations?

By Piece

Who do you provide services for?

Bride
Bridesmaids
Flower Girls
Mother of the Bride
Mother of the Groom

Which of the following services do you provide?

Alterations
Appointments Only
Cleaning
Full Customization
Preservation
Rentals
Sample Sales
Trunk Shows

Which of the following items do you offer?

Bridal Belts
Hair Accessories
Jewelry
Sample Gowns
Shoes
Veils

What is the average turnaround time for a bridal gown?

6-8 months
9-11 months

How often do you receive new bridal gowns?

Seasonally

What is your return policy?

Final Sales

Reviews of The White Dress by the shore

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4.8 out of 5 rating
4.8 out of 5 rating
148 Reviews
96% recommend it
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  • Professionalism
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Morgan T. Sent on 05/18/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Cannot recommend enough!

This was the first bridal store I visited and I was 100% not expecting to get anything. I was lucky to have Erin with me and she pulled all of the most beautiful dresses that perfectly fit every single one of my different ideas/requests. We were down to the last dress that Erin had picked out because she just thought it would look good on me and that I should try it and thank God she did! It was the most gorgeous Anne Barge that I definitely would not have picked out myself but looked like it was made for me! We ended up wanting to alter the back to make it into a 'V' instead of straight across and she just texted the rep while I was still trying it on and made it happen almost immediately.
Prior to this, I also got a bridesmaid dress from here and Olivia was amazing through that whole process as well!
Further, I brought my dress also to get cleaned & preserved through the services they provide. They are so kind, responsive, and easy to contact and talk to.
Cannot recommend this bridal boutique enough!
Carly
Carly M. Sent on 01/02/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Products Amazing Service

I had the best experience at the White Dress. It was the second store I had visited (after a not so great experience) and I was blown away by Erin's kindness, knowledge, and professionalism. I went in describing a dress I wanted (and didn't want) and she recommended me try something (that I swore I didn't want) as she thought it would be complementary to my body type. Of course, it's the dress I ended up picking!!!! The women at the white dress were kind, it had an adorable atmosphere, fun, communicative, and even sent me a text on my wedding day to say congratulations!!! They also gave me recommended seamstresses organized by county- I ended up using two of them for different dresses and was blown away by both! I would recommend the white dress to anybody!
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Kayla P. Sent on 10/26/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely Love TWD!

Absolutely loved shopping for my gown at TWD. Shayna was incredibly helpful and helped me feel so comfortable during my experience. I loved my gown and veil from TWD and would highly recommend them to any bride!

Professional Network & Endorsements

6 Endorsements
Siri Boutique Siri Boutique Wedding Dresses

The White Dress by the Shore has an excellent selection of Siri Dresses for Mothers of the Occasion. Beth Chapman and her staff are very professional and do not let one detail slip by. They give their customers wonderful service.

Shades Shutters Photography Shades Shutters Photography Wedding Photographers

An unmatched selection of beauty, elegance, and grace is what you will discover at The White Dress by the Shore. A superior staff of experienced stylists will guide you {and even your bridal party} in making the most sophisticated choice for the most important day of your life. Polished and refined, consider The White Dress by the Shore part of your planning experience.

Wild Expressions Florist & Wedding Gallery Wild Expressions Florist & Wedding Gallery Wedding Florists

I was one of the wedding professionals at a bridal event last year where The White Dress by the Shore did the fashion show. The staff was so nice and the runway type of of fashion show that they produced was so much fun !

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