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CAROLYN ALLEN’S BRIDALS & TUXEDOS IS A SMALL, FAMILY-OWNED AND OPERATED FULL-SERVICE BRIDAL SHOP WITH AFFORDABLE PRICES SERVING THE CENTRAL FLORIDA AREA.

We specialize in on-site Fairy Tale Wedding services, expert in-shop alterations and tuxedo rentals and sales. We also sell bridal accessories! Orders for tuxedos, on-site wedding dress steaming and preservations can be placed online.

Feel free to call 407-238-2722, email, or visit our website to schedule an appointment to find out how we can serve you! We hope to see you soon!

  • Asian-owned
  • Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions

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

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

What are your price ranges for full-priced suits and tuxedos?

$200 - $499
$500 - $999

What are your price ranges for suit and tuxedo rentals?

$200 - $299

How do you price dress alterations?

By Piece

Who do you provide services for?

Bride
Bridesmaids
Father of the Bride
Father of the Groom
Flower Girls
Groom
Groomsmen
Mother of the Bride
Mother of the Groom
Ring Bearers

Which of the following services do you provide?

Alterations
Appointments Only
Cleaning
Full Customization
Preservation
Sample Sales

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 Carolyn Allen's Bridals & Tuxedos

Michelle
Michelle Sent on 03/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect Alterations

I used Carolyn Allen's Bridal for my wedding dress alterations. They were quick, affordable, kind, and THOROUGH. They didn't rush me in and out and really listened to my concerns even if they were crazy (just a bride, being a bride). I went to a fitting alone and starting crying over the dress being a little too tight - they sprung into action, consoled, reassured me, and made sure they explained their resolution. My dress looked perfect and would highly recommend.
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Amanda Sent on 03/09/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible Bridal Shop

Carolyn Allen’s is a wonderful bridal shop! The family has been like a family to mine between my sisters wedding last year and mine this year. Such a sweet family that went the extra mile to make sure my dress was perfect for my big day. Definitely recommend this shop!!
Renee
Renee Sent on 03/30/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Skilled and personable shop!

A small and friendly shop! I love how I got to view photos of their available dresses in a binder, rather than sifting through racks of dresses. It made it so much easier, especially because I had no idea what I wanted in a dress! They even have their binders organized by price so you can make sure you stay within your budget. Sue and her family always welcomed me with open arms each visit, and made me feel comfortable. They share in the excitement of your big day! They’re knowledgeable about dresses and the wedding industry, and ensured my dress was altered exactly to my liking. Thank you Carolyn Allen’s for helping me find the most important dress I will ever purchase!
Jessica
Jessica Sent on 10/12/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect for Alterations and Tailoring for Wedding

Sue and Keith were so wonderful to work with on the alterations for my wedding dress and for my husband’s suit! They are so detail-oriented and have so many years of experience, we knew we could count on them to help make us look our best for our wedding day! It was so easy to communicate with them, and they made sure everything looked perfect for the happiest day of our lives. We 100% recommend you choose Carolyn Allen’s for all your alteration and tailoring needs!
Gina
Gina Sent on 12/11/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Best of the Best!

Sue and her team are amazing at what they do! They came to our resort room to steam 6 gowns, 1 bridal gown, and press 7 suits! They were completely finished in less than 2 hours! They are so careful with each garment and are so sweet and easy to talk to! I would definitely recommend to anyone who is inquiring!
Shanna
Shanna Sent on 11/06/2019
5 out of 5 rating

A delightful family business worth visiting!

I was referred to Carolyn Allen's Bridal by a random stranger on Facebook who absolutely RAVED about them. And I am not disappointed! Sue and her family are the kindest, sweetest people you will ever meet, and are committed to making you feel like a princess for your special day. She even customized the sleeves of my dress to make it a unique reflection of me. It's clear that she takes great care and pride in her work. I had visited another dress shop in downtown Orlando to look at the same dress, but chose to drive further to Carolyn Allen's because of the attentive service and professionalism that I found there. I very highly recommend!
Caroline
Caroline Sent on 09/02/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Great Experience from Start to Finish

I had a fantastic experience working with Carolyn Allen Bridals for my wedding dress. Kathleen was very helpful when I went in to try on dresses. She provided a book to look through to pick which dresses I wanted to try on, and based on my style she provided some additional selections as well. She did not put any pressure on me during the shopping experience and allowed me to come back before I purchased to try on the dress once more. Many other stores that I visited had rules about how many dresses you could try or whether you could take pictures, but Carolyn Allen was extremely flexible and accommodating during shopping.
I ended up buying a Stella York sample dress on a huge sale that was well under my budget. I knew the dress would need a lot of alterations, but Sue was there when I was purchasing my dress to talk me through what work she could do to make the dress fit me. When it came time to do the alterations, Sue had to practically rebuild the dress, but she did an amazing job! She was so patient when I asked for every little detail to be perfect, and the extensive alterations were extremely affordable. By the end of the process, Kathleen and Sue made me feel like family! I’m so glad I ended up at Carolyn Allen – you will truly be taken care of and receive top-notch service!
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Kimberly Sent on 08/07/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Dress and Bridesmaids Dress

I had researched the style of dress as soon as I got engaged. Stella York was the designer that I was drawn too. Carolyn Allen carried wedding dresses and bridesmaids dresses (Sorella Vita). When I arrived I felt very comfortable. As I tried on many dresses the staff was very patient, accommodating and informative. The have been around and seen it all when it comes to weddings. I also had my bridesmaids buy their dresses there as well. The majority of my bridesmaids went back to get their dress altered there. Everyone of them mentioned to me how nice and accommodating the staff was. I will be going back to them to get my dress preserved, cleaned and would recommend alterations as well!! Great place that treats you like family!
Brittany
Brittany Sent on 07/05/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing experience!

Our wedding was at Disney, and I needed my dress as well as my Mom's dress steamed. They did a fabulous job and were wonderful to work with throughout the whole process!
Jennifer
Jennifer Sent on 06/02/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Saved the Day!

I had arranged for Carolyn Allen's to steam my dress the day before my Disney wedding - They were so great to work with! They were so accommodating and it was so convenient that they were able to come to our hotel to do the steaming services. Sue absolutely saved the day - Not only did she do the steaming, but upon arriving in Florida, we discovered that somehow during our travels there were a few spots on the gown that had become discolored. I was absolutely horrified, but Sue was able to get the spots out completely!! I was amazed!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2010 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2009 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

5 Endorsements
Jamie Reinhart Photography Jamie Reinhart Photography Wedding Photographers

I have had nothing but wonderful experiences with Carolyn Allen's Bridals & Tuxedos-my brides have always been happy with them, and they even provided me with a custom dress for a styled shoot! Everyone at the shop is super sweet and just a pleasure to work with!

Celebration Hotel Celebration Hotel Hotel Weddings

Great place to shop for that special day! Amazing staff and wonderful selections at the right price. They are wonderful and highly recommend.

About Face Design Team About Face Design Team Wedding Hair & Makeup

I love Sue and her team at Carolyn Allen's! I have worked with them many many times over the years and they are true professionals and really wonderful people. Always on time, pleasant to be around and they do a fantastic job helping you with all your bridal gown needs. I highly recommend them.

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