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Carine’s Bridal Atelier is a bridal boutique located in Washington D.C., specializing in bridal fashion. For many years, the team has provided local and international brides with premier gowns for their wedding day, as well as in-house alterations. At Carine’s Bridal Atelier, the team uses their expertise to help you find a wedding gown that fits your personality, style, and figure.

Experience
Over 15 years ago, Carine began her career in New York City when she joined the design team at AEFFE. More recently, she worked at Priscilla of Boston, as well as with world renown designer Vera Wang. Twice a year, Carine travels back to New York City for fashion week and bridal shows, where she hand selects gowns for her boutique.

Designs Offered
Carine’s Bridal Atelier has many exclusive relationships with famous designers. Some of the legendary designers offered in the boutique include:

  • Carolina Herrera
  • Ines di Santo
  • Lela Rose
  • Mira Zwillinger
  • Monique Lhuillier
  • Oscar de la Renta
  • Reem Acra
  • Romona Keveza
  • Savannah Miller
  • Vera Wang
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Frequently asked questions

Who do you provide services for?

Bride

Which of the following services do you provide?

Alterations
Appointments Only
Sample Sales
Trunk Shows

Which of the following items do you offer?

Hair Accessories
Jewelry
Sample Gowns
Undergarments
Veils

How often do you receive new bridal gowns?

Seasonally
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4.7 out of 5 rating
118 Reviews
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93% Recommended by couples
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Sarah Sent on 12/30/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing End of the Year Sale

I had an amazing experience with William at Carine’s. I wasn’t considering it originally because I thought it was out of my budget, but my wedding planner (Kaitlin at Cheers Darling) told me to try their End of Year sale, where everything’s $3,500 and under. William helped me look through both the sale and the regular section and pulled a few more dresses that he thought I’d like. I ended up falling in love with one of the sale dresses he pulled. Since it was a sample, he gave me (and the friend who came with me) some privacy so we could look over it for damage (a minor tear, a couple buttons missing), and then came back to answer questions (could we fix this button/raise this backline/etc.). He told me he’d call me in a few months to come in for alterations and accessories, and we left with my dress. It was all totally relaxed and easy, and I couldn't be happier with my dress.
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Melissa S. Sent on 05/31/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing bridal salon

I had a wonderful experience with Carine’s! I went dress shopping in July of 2019, and my mom and I had a great time. We had our own private area to try on dresses, and there was only one other group in the salon at the same time as us. Briana was so helpful in picking out dresses in the styles I said I was interested in, as well as suggesting some silhouettes I never would have expected for myself. We ended up falling in love with a beautiful Lela Rose gown that we purchased that weekend! My original wedding date was supposed to be in August of 2020, but due to COVID we had to postpone. Carine’s was able to store my dress for a small extra fee, and I felt safe knowing the whole time it was in good hands. When it finally did come time to do my fittings, we had a great experience with the alterations team as well. At my last fitting we noticed the bodice of my dress wasn’t laying flat, but we were leaving for my wedding the next day. The team fixed the problem while we waited, and my dress was perfect on my wedding day! Thank you to the team at Carine’s for helping me find the dress of my dreams and for being so great to work with.
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Stacey Sent on 05/18/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Carine's cares about their customers

The whole team at Carine's was super helpful, caring and professional. I had a great time trying out dresses there. Ended up making a special order of a dress that was not readily available in the showroom. The team really listened to my needs, responded promptly, was flexible with the arrangement and made it happen. Thank you and I am very excited to be getting married in my dream dress!
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6 Endorsements
Pretty Entertaining Pretty Entertaining Wedding Planners

Carine's Bridal Atelier is one of our favorite bridal salons in the whole DC area. The space is beautiful and intimate, with a wide selection of gowns that are displayed well. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly, and they're experts at helping their brides find just the right dress at just the right price point. They're also skilled stylists, ensuring that their clients find not only the perfect gown but also the accessories that will complement it best. We recommend Carine's without reservation!

Carl Ray Makeup Artist Carl Ray Makeup Artist Wedding Hair & Makeup

The Most Beautiful Gowns! Carine & her team are the BEST at what they do! xo

Hair by Giselle Hair by Giselle Wedding Hair & Makeup

Carine's bridal is wonderful, always personable and professional! I would highly recommend them for your gown, veil, hair accessories !!!!

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