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Meet Kathryn’s Bridal!

Small town charm with big city designers!


Kathryn’s will delight you with their extensive collection of gowns. From Bridal, Mother’s of the Wedding and Bridesmaids to Evening and Prom – Kathryn’s Bridal has all your special occasion needs covered!

After an extensive career in fashion retail in the Chicagoland area, Kathryn decided to take her love for all things bridal and create the ultimate wedding shopping experience for brides. Her boutique is a stately historic home transformed into an elegant bridal utopia. The gorgeous curated collection of chic gowns along with the loving and knowledgeable staff makes finding your dream dress a truly memorable experience. It is Kathryn’s belief that shopping for your wedding gown should be an intimate and memorable experience, one that is everything you’ve dreamed of - delighting through the process. Styling brides and creating custom looks is her passion; there is no greater joy for her!

With a reputation built on excellence and exceeding expectations, each member of our team is skilled in the art of styling and all the knowledge that goes along with that. Our passion for all things wedding is what has led up to being inducted into The Knot Hall of Fame and being awarded the WeddingWire couples choice designation year after year. Enjoy an exceptional full-service experience including in-house professional seamstresses, custom invitations and tuxedo rentals in a locally owned small business.

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Frequently asked questions

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

$1,000 - $2,499
$2,500 - $3,999
$4,000 - $6,499

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

Under $200
$200 - $499

What are your price ranges for suit and tuxedo rentals?

$100 - $199
$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
Preservation
Sample Sales
Trunk Shows

Which of the following items do you offer?

Bridal Belts
Garters
Hair Accessories
Jewelry
Plus Size Gowns
Sample Gowns
Undergarments
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?

Weekly

What is your return policy?

Final Sales

Reviews of Kathryn's Bridal

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Kathryn's Bridal receives glowing reviews from multiple brides who found their dream wedding dresses with the help of the attentive and knowledgeable staff. Reviewers mention feeling beautiful, confident, and supported throughout the dress selection and alteration process. The warm and welcoming atmosphere, extensive selection of dresses, attentive consultants, and skilled seamstresses are highlighted as key factors that made the experience memorable and stress-free for brides and their families. Overall, Kathryn's Bridal is highly recommended for a personalized and exceptional wedding dress shopping experience.

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Kathryn's Bridal receives glowing reviews from multiple brides who found their dream wedding dresses with the help of the attentive and knowledgeable staff. Reviewers mention feeling beautiful, confident, and supported throughout the dress selection and alteration process. The warm and welcoming atmosphere, extensive selection of dresses, attentive consultants, and skilled seamstresses are highlighted as key factors that made the experience memorable and stress-free for brides and their families. Overall, Kathryn's Bridal is highly recommended for a personalized and exceptional wedding dress shopping experience.

Karigan
Karigan Sent on 12/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

A Dream Bridal Shop!

I found my DREAM dress at Kathryn's. Having tried on numerous dresses already, I walked into Kathryn's with a blank canvas, explained what I was looking for, and within 5 minutes found the one. I had such an amazing experience. For the first time I felt like a bride, found the most beautiful veil, and knew that I was in the right place. I had such a wonderful experience with everyone and would highly recommend Kathryn's to everyone in search of their perfect gown!
Haley Zirlin
Haley Sent on 11/25/2024
5 out of 5 rating

A Review of the Perfect Wedding Dress

Finding “THE” dress is a stressful experience for every bride. However, all of the staff at Kathryn’s Bridal made sure that I felt beautiful, confident, and excited for my wedding day. When I came in to try on dresses, I had a very vague idea of what I was looking for. Once I started to explain my vision to Kathryn and her staff, each dress that they pulled was closer and closer to what I pictured myself wearing on my wedding day. The last dress that I tried on that day was the one that I ended up saying “yes” to, and I felt so grateful, emotional, and supported in that moment. When my dress arrived a few months later, I was terrified that it wouldn’t fit me (a fear that every bride experiences). Once I relayed how I felt, Kathryn was so kind and understanding, and I was able to come try it on once or twice before alterations began, which was a total relief. The alterations process was also seamless (no pun intended) and I felt assured after every appointment that my dress would be absolutely stunning and fit perfectly on my wedding day… And it definitely did. I highly recommend every new bride check out Kathryn’s for all of their wedding dress needs! (The photos below are taken by My Whole Heart Collective)!
Shannon
Shannon Sent on 06/15/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The BEST experience!!

I would recommend Kathryn’s Bridal to anyone!! Everyone I spoke with before my appointment was extremely helpful in making sure they had an idea of the styles/designer's/specific dresses I was looking at. When I arrived, everyone was so inviting and made me feel so comfortable. When I got into the dressing room, there were at least 10 dresses pulled from links I had sent them before my appointment! I did not feel rushed, I had plenty of time to talk through my options, and was given fantastic advice. This made my day feel so special and allowed me to find the one very easily! The expansive selection here is unmatched! This is the place to go if you are looking for the best dress shopping experience!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2025 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2009 Winner
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I always hear nothing but rave reviews when bride's use Kathryn's.

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