Ava Clara Couture Bridal Reviews
Reviews
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Reya Sent on 03/03/2024Lovely and Professional w/Great Options
Lovely Dress Shop. Ran by black woman that are friendly, helpful and great at what they do! Thanks for the amazing experience -
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Jacorey Sent on 09/25/2023Dream come true!
I had a FANTASTIC experience purchasing my dress here. I had the pleasure of working directly with Alex, the owner, & she was phenomenal! Alex stayed under my desired budget with every dress and matched my veil perfectly. I also purchased all of my accessories here and looked EXACTLY how I envisioned on my special day. Beautiful shop with beautiful dresses, and beautiful people! -
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Matea Sent on 01/24/2023Lovely Experience!
Another wonderful experience for wedding dress shopping. Booking an appointment does cost $25 for your first time. It says there is a $75 cancelation when first booking the appointment but the follow up emails said, "$50 Cancellation Fee in the case of a no show or cancellation within 72 hours prior to your scheduled appointment time". The store has the main entry with the front desk in the middle , seating on both sides, then kind of splits with two sides. The right side has two rows of wedding dresses, with 1 dressing rooms on the back left, and in the very back a full 360 mirror. The right said had one row of wedding dresses on the left... -
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Julie Sent on 10/30/2022Great experience!
Found my wedding dress on the sample sale rack! It was beautiful and the sales associates were very helpful. Highly recommend! -
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Hannah Sent on 06/07/2022Dream Dress
When looking for my wedding gown, I wanted something different and that I would be able to wear all night. My favorite designer happed to have dresses at Ava Clara, so I decided to give it a shot. Dominique helped me, and the very first dress I tried ended up being the one. Never even had to go anywhere else! Fell in love with Dominique, the other sweet staff, atmosphere of the shop, and obviously the dress! They were so sweet every time I went in and made the whole process so special. -
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Mckenzie Sent on 05/04/2021Beautiful and Professional Bridal Salon
I highly recommend Ava Clara. I found my perfect dress, they made my Maid of Honor and I feel very comfortable and we felt that we had all the time in the world to go through the choices I picked to find the dress that was right for me. -
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Cayleen Sent on 04/18/2021Such a great experience!
I fell in love with the first dress I tried on! It was such an easy and painless process. I felt so beautiful on my special day and got so many compliments. -
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Holly Sent on 12/06/2020So wonderful
I bought my dress about a year ago with my mom and two sisters. They were quite a handful but Taylor was absolutely amazing and so helpful. I told her what I had tried on before and what I envisioned in my dress and she immediately picked out 4-6 dresses for me to try on. The dress I ended up buying had just come in and it was so dreamy. I knew I loved it but everyone gave me so many compliments on the day of the wedding. The experience at Ava Clara was absolutely wonderful even with covid restrictions leading up to the wedding
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Megan Sent on 01/04/2020Felt like a fairytale!
For me, Ava Clara Bridal was my one stop shop! I honestly did not expect to find my dress so quickly on my very first appointment but I knew I wanted to have the magical, fairytale experience the first time I went trying on wedding dresses. It was exactly what I had hoped for, all of my bridesmaids were there along with me as well as my mother and grandmother. I tried on the selection of dresses they had waiting for me and perched up on a pedestal in front of their beautiful mirrors while my girls cheered me along. It was the feeling I had dreamt of ever since I was a little girl. To be honest, I... -
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Nicole Sent on 12/08/2019My Dream Dress!
Ava Clara was so good to us! I was in a time pinch a few days before the wedding and they were kind enough to open earlier than usual just so I could have my final dress fitting! Their alterations made my dream dress a reality and I can't thank them enough! -
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Lauren Sent on 12/01/2019Amazing experience!
Because I was planning on having a small wedding ceremony, I had just assumed a gown would not be a part of my wedding day. I was cycling through mail-order gowns from sites like Morning Lavender and lulus. These options were all pretty and were fine dresses, but none felt truly special.
In October this year, a relative sent me a link to a contest, “Tulle for Teachers” in which Ava Clara Couture Bridal, in Virginia Beach, generously gifts brand new wedding gowns to teacher-brides. I was selected for the event and emailed the shop with a few questions beforehand- the shop was prompt in their reply and super helpful. When the day of the event arrived,... -
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Vantrice Sent on 02/17/2019Must visit
This was my second bridal salon and the most enjoyable! The salon is cute, clean, and has unique and affordable gowns. Jamie was super helpful! She picked out dresses based off of my style I explained to her, and led me to a dress better than one I dreamed of!
I would definitely recommend Ava Clara as your first choice. You will not be disappointed. -
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Liz Sent on 06/19/2018Ava Clara has an incredible selection, friendly staff and beautiful space! You'll feel seriously bridal as soon as you step into the salon. -
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Megan Sent on 05/15/2018Ava Clara Bridal made my dress shopping experience amazing! My first consultation was with Alex, the owner, who truly has a passion for what she does. I didn't realize she was the owner until I asked her how long she had been working there haha. She has such a knowledge and love for what she does and it shows. She choose the first gown that I tried on and it ended up being the dress that I chose. She ensures that you feel comfortable during the entire process and never pushes you to make a decision you aren't ready for. I didn't purchase the dress on my first visit. I visited a couple more bridal salons and tried on... -
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Reegan Sent on 01/21/2018Ava Clara was a life saver for me!! I was in a pretty big bind only a couple months out from my wedding when I found out I was not going to be getting what I ordered. I went to them and not only was the customer service outstanding but the quality of my attire was amazing! They expedited my order so I could have it on time and I couldn't be more thankful! Great place to shop for all your wedding needs!!! -
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Ciara Sent on 09/11/2016I cannot thank Ava Clara enough for their selection of dresses. Melinda, my consultant, was even more amazing! She gave me pep talks when I was uncomfortable and found dresses I didn't even think I would like. She made finding my dress an unforgettable experience I couldn't thank her enough for her patience and understanding. I never once felt pressured to walk out of the store with a dress, even though I did. I still have 9 months before my wedding and I am looking forward to returning to Ava Clara for my fittings. -
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Andrea Sent on 08/09/2016I went to 3 other places before coming here, and I wish it was the first and only place I went to! I wanted a modest dress with sleeves which was a little tougher to find given the love for strapless, skin exposing dresses out there. My consultant Melinda instantly was able to find me exactly what I was looking for and was very calm and encouraging throughout the process without making me feel any kind of pressure or need to buy. She encouraged me to find a dress where I didn't want to change anything about it rather than finding a good dress but modifying it a lot. It was the best advice, and I knew I found... -
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Victoria Sent on 11/05/2015I recently purchased my wedding dress at Ava Clara Bridal and loved every minute of my experience. I walked in and the stylist Julia had already pulled multiple dresses that I had previously described to her on the phone and also had different ideas of dresses that I also might like. She was amazing. I later booked an appointment to have my bridesmaids look at dresses and I found a dress for them within 20 minutes! They have an amazing selection and great customer service. Definitely made me feel confident in my choices and I cannot wait to see my wedding dress in person! -
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Tiffany Sent on 03/03/2015Alex and the Ava Clara team helped both myself and my sister find our perfect dress! They did everything possible to make sure me and my family were comfortable and enjoying the experience. Each dress Alex pulled was beautiful and she was extremely responsive to my likes and dislikes. I highly recommend visiting Ava Clara not just to find your dress but for the entire experience! You are bound to have a fabulous time. -
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User4929593 Sent on 12/09/2014I loved my experience at Ava Clara!! I went a few times and each time I was always treated with a warm welcome! Alex is incredible and will help you find your dream dress which mine was actually the first one I tried on! She will also help you as much as possible with payment plans if needed. I highly recommend Ava Clara and ask for Alex! -
Jessica Sent on 12/09/2019
Wonderful Wedding Dress Shopping Experience
I can’t praise the staff of Ava Clara Couture Bridal enough. As a plus-sized bride, the thought of wedding dress shopping brought anxiety, nerves, and I was preparing for a disappointing experience. My experience at Ava Clara was absolutely AMAZING. Melinda was an attentive and knowledgeable stylist. I showed her gowns I had saved on Pinterest and she pulled nine incredible dresses well within my budget. Each one was flattering and unique. I can’t believe I had so many awesome choices. I said yes to the most perfect dress and had a ton of fun with my family and bridesmaids along the way. It was the best day! Melissa is an experienced seamstress to alter your dress to absolute perfection. My dress was everything I could have ever wanted and I’m so thankful for my Ava Clara experience! -
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Michelle Sent on 11/22/2019
Couldn’t have asked for more!
These wonderful people helped me get a beautiful dress for absolutely free!! I can’t say enough how appreciative I am for their generosity!! Their Tulle for Teachers event was truly heartwarming, and I was pleasantly surprised at the wonderful service they provided even though I wasn’t spending any money there. I highly recommend them for their dedication to the community, their courteous approach to business and their outstanding customer service! Thanks so much Gina you are truly a gem! -
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