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Bridal Gowns for the Modern Romantic

Locally owned Bridal Boutique located in the heart of downtown Birmingham, AL in the Woodlawn Community. We have a unique hand-picked selection of bridal gowns, bridesmaid dresses, tuxedos, and accessories. Since our opening in 2014, we have transformed our space and have had the honor of working with wedding parties worldwide.

We are open Tuesday - Saturday by appointment only.

Schedule by phone (205-767-5453) or online (http://www.imperialformalwear.com/schedule-an-appointment-1)

(Parking is available in the Imperial Cleaners parking lot.)

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Frequently asked questions

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

$1,000 - $2,499

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

$200 - $499

What are your price ranges for suit and tuxedo rentals?

$100 - $199
$200 - $299

Who do you provide services for?

Bride
Bridesmaids
Father of the Bride
Father of the Groom
Groom
Groomsmen
Ring Bearers

Which of the following services do you provide?

Appointments Only
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?

Less than 6 months
6-8 months

How often do you receive new bridal gowns?

Monthly
Seasonally

What is your return policy?

Final Sales

Reviews of Imperial Formal Wear

Taylor
Taylor Sent on 04/29/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Look no further!

If you’re looking for an honest and relaxed place to find a dress for your big day, look no further than Imperial Formal Wear! Kristina is the sweetest and she does everything she can to make your vision come true. She listens to what you’re looking for and makes sure your happiness is the first priority.
Jennifer
Jennifer Sent on 12/02/2020
5 out of 5 rating

The Ideal Dress Experience

Imperial Formal Wear is run by potentially one of the sweetest humans on the planet. The owner and crew there create a warm welcoming environment that would make even the timid of brides comfortable. It is as if you are part of the family as soon as you walk in. Besides the amazing staff, you also have a huge collection of dresses to choose from. If the selection is too daunting, the staff will ask you a couple of questions and pull some amazing choices to get the inspirational juices flowing. I had a particularly hard time deciding on a dress, as I had lost my mother only a couple months prior to the appointment. Everyone at Imperial rallied around me and made the moment worth while. Cannot recommend this place or this team of ladies enough!
Jasmine
Jasmine Sent on 11/17/2020
5 out of 5 rating

The best in town!

The girls at Imperial are a dream! Super easy to work with and dedicated to help you find your dream dress! I was able to get mine after only 3 try ons and it was so dang gorgeous for a amazing price! If you want top notch service and quality all the while saving a pretty penny, Imperial formal wear is where it’s at!
Mizznesha
Quanesha Sent on 09/04/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Great customer experience

I loved my wedding dress I instantly fell in love with it! It was a sample sale but once altered it fitted so perfectly!!! Couldn’t have been more happy with my decision!!! I recommend anyone in the area to go pick your best wedding dress!!
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User2508001 Sent on 01/16/2016
5 out of 5 rating
They are the absolute SWEETEST people I have ever met. They made my first experience trying on dresses the best. It will be hard to say yes to a dress anywhere else. I am positive I'll be back there to get my dress. I just didn't say yes today because I wanted to be sure I was making the right decision. But i would highly recommend any girl go there. From the time I walked in the door they made me feel like their first priority. Best customer service I've ever experienced.
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Katie Sent on 09/05/2015
5 out of 5 rating
This place is a little hole in the wall in a bad part of town, but definitely worth checking out! The two ladies were very helpful and I found my dress here! They don't have a big selection, but what they do have is beautiful and affordable.
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User2210743 Sent on 07/04/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Kristina was such a pleasure to work with. She was such a help in finding the perfect dress and her prices are very reasonable. I highly recommend her shop.
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User1954888 Sent on 12/06/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Imperial Formal Wear is pure amazing! I went in on a Friday morning just to try on dresses and ended up finding my wedding dress! Not only did I find my dress but jewerly, veil, and bridesmaids dress...AWESOME RIGHT! My experince with Kristina (Owner) exceeded my expectations. I would recommend Imperial Formal Wear to anyone looking for great service, quality products, and reasonable prices. 5/5 stars!
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Cambii Sent on 12/05/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Kristina at Imperial Formal Wear has been so helpful throughout this entire process. She literally goes above and beyond for you. My experience there was AWESOME compared to most bridal shops where you really don't get that one on one.
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Kelsie Sent on 11/10/2014
4.8 out of 5 rating
Kristina was AMAZING at helping me find the perfect dress. She is only open by appointment and was very flexible in scheduling this for a time convenient for me. She helped me find my dress, veil, and places she trusted to do alterations. Thank you Kristina!!
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