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On WeddingWire since 2013

Fairytale Brides on a Shoestring Boutique is a not-for-profit bridal salon in the Washington, D.C. area. This boutique’s mission is to empower women through the sale of reduced-price DESIGNER wedding gowns and accessories and then donating net proceeds to women's charities.

Services Offered
This boutique offers discount designer bridal gowns, veils and accessories. Dresses found at Fairytale Brides on a Shoestring Boutique are donated from other bridal salons, designers, and generous individuals. This shop offers options such as:

  • Bridal belts
  • Custom accessories
  • Hair accessories
  • Jewelry
  • Plus-size gowns
  • Sample gowns
  • Shoes
  • Veils

  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

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

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

Who do you provide services for?

Bride

Which of the following services do you provide?

Rentals

Which of the following items do you offer?

Bridal Belts
Hair Accessories
Jewelry
Plus Size Gowns
Sample Gowns
Shoes
Veils

How often do you receive new bridal gowns?

Monthly

What is your return policy?

Final Sales
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Reviews of Fairytale Brides on a Shoestring Boutique

4.9 out of 5 rating
4.9 out of 5 rating
163 Reviews
99% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.9 out of 5 rating
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Fairytale Brides is highly recommended by multiple reviewers for its selection of unique and affordable wedding dresses. The staff, including Missy, Claudia, and Elizabeth, are praised for their helpfulness and patience in finding the perfect dress. The shop itself is described as intimate and beautiful, and reviewers appreciate that the proceeds from the dresses go towards local and national charities. Overall, Fairytale Brides is a hidden gem that offers an excellent experience for brides on a budget.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Fairytale Brides is highly recommended by multiple reviewers for its selection of unique and affordable wedding dresses. The staff, including Missy, Claudia, and Elizabeth, are praised for their helpfulness and patience in finding the perfect dress. The shop itself is described as intimate and beautiful, and reviewers appreciate that the proceeds from the dresses go towards local and national charities. Overall, Fairytale Brides is a hidden gem that offers an excellent experience for brides on a budget.

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Kaitlyn C. Sent on 11/05/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Delightful Experience

Missy was a true gem who made the experience so enjoyable. It was my first stop, and I found three unique and lovely dresses. I ended up going back after experiencing other stores (second hand and traditional bridal boutiques) because I couldn’t stop thinking about Missy’s kindness or the dresses. I went with one of the three, and I feel like this dress is perfectly me for my wedding day!
Claire
Claire S. Sent on 10/08/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Phenomenal experience

I am so glad I found out about this store! The prices were amazing, so much so I was able to get two dresses. I was a bit worried at first as someone who wasn’t sure what my dress size is, but the volunteers were super helpful. I advise trying on various different sizes. Highly recommend checking them out!
Sarah
Sarah A. Sent on 11/07/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Make this shop your first stop!

I adore this store and everything they do! They are a non-profit with tons of discount dresses. I came here for my first-ever wedding dress appointment, and Claudia was incredibly helpful. She answered all of my questions and was very patient and helpful while I tried on nearly every dress they had! Even though I didn't end up finding my dress here, they had many beautiful styles and I highly recommend this as a first stop.
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