I can’t sing the Bridal Cottage’s praise enough!!! From the MOMENT I booked my appointment they made the experience so special - with texts to get my reference pictures, hear my story, and get me prepared and excited for such a special day. I was so nervous when I got to my appointment and Ella instantly calmed my nerves with her bright and bubbly energy! She really made me feel like the only bride in the building. Every second of my appointment was so special because of the incredible team and atmosphere. Thank you all so much for making my special day even more special and memorable than i expected!!

They were absolutely amazing! The consultant reached out prior to my appointment to get a feel for what I was wanting. I sent her a link to my dress inspo album and we talked a bit more. When we walked in I was greeted like they already knew me. My consultant was the best. She was considerate of my budget and made sure I was comfortable trying anything on that was outside of that prior to bringing the dress in. We had an early morning appointment, and an appointment elsewhere later that day. My mom lives hours away, so she wasnt able to make theb first appointment. I fell in love with a dress, but wanted my mom to be able to come and look with me and felt bad canceling the other appointment. They totally understood, and when I asked if there was aaanyway we could come back later so my mom could see the dress I fell in love with, they worked it so we could come back in at the end of the day. Mom was able to come in and see my dress, and thats when I officially "said yes" and did the paperwork! They also suggested an AMAZING place to eat (Im celiac and can't eat gluten) and even gave us one of their personal $5 off punch card to use!

When I first got engaged, I was years away from planning my wedding. And wedding dress shopping was one of the last things on my mind. As someone who is in a bigger body, plus-size, etc, however you want to say it, clothes shopping in general can be so, so overwhelming.

I first began to see if there were even any shops in Arkansas that would not just accommodate, but welcome, brides of any shape and size The Bridal Cottage popped up and I appreciated their website showing off their plus-size dresses. I even was able to attend one of their fashion shows where I met, very briefly, Lindy who was so warm and kind, inviting me to consider The Bridal Cottage when I was ready to look for a dress.

My fiance and sister insisted I book a Pinnacle Appointment. The Bridal Cottage was wonderful about reaching out to me before my appointment to get information about what I was looking for. From their texts, to my phone call with Alec, and their helpful resources about how to prepare for the day: I was so excited.

My wedding dress appointment was last Friday, and I was paired up with a consultant, Ella.

I could not have felt more welcomed, celebrated and beautiful. Ella was so supportive, helpful and kind. She was brilliant at her job at finding dresses, but also, she was brilliant at helping me. I've always struggled to make decisions just for me, and she was wonderful at helping me find a way to quiet all the worries in my head and help me pick what I wanted for my wedding day.

She went above and beyond and never rushed me or showed a single sign of frustration or annoyance. Her suggestions were helpful and she listened to me. There were a million moments where she checked in with me before opening the curtain. Her final touches at the end when I was between two dresses brought me to tears. I left that appointment ordering a dress I know I will feel beautiful in.

For every bride, I wish you the wedding dress shopping experience I had. It was the most magical experience. Ella was amazing, although I am of the strongest belief that every single employee of The Bridal Cottage is just as wonderful (and I had a chance to meet several during my time there!). I brought several of my most beloved friends and family members with me, and I'm sure I would not have wanted to find a wedding dress without them, but looking back I am not certain I could have found a dress I loved so much without Ella's help, guidance and warmth.

If a bride reading this and you're wondering if this is worth it, 100% it is. I have never left a dress appointment so pleased and at peace before-- ever. I will never, ever forget the wonderful experience I had at The Bridal Cottage.