FAQs

What is an off the rack wedding dress store?

Most bridal shops carry sample wedding dresses in standard sizes (typically 8–12), then special order your wedding gown based on your measurements, which can mean waiting months and crossing your fingers everything turns out just right.

At GARNET + grace Bridal Boutique, we do things differently. All of our designer and exclusive wedding dresses are sold off the rack, so you can take home your exact wedding gown the same day! No long waits, no surprises with sizing or color, and no stress over shipping delays! We’ve heard all the horror stories, and we’re here to help you avoid them!

We work directly with designers and buy our wedding gowns in bulk, which allows us to offer them at up to 60% off retail prices. Most of our wedding dresses range from $1,299 to $3,200, with an average price around $1,500. We also offer a flexible payment plan, just ask your stylist for details!

Looking for a great deal? Sign up for our email list to be the first to hear about our wedding dress sample sales, where wedding dresses are usually priced under $1000!

What size wedding dresses do you carry?

We carry sizes 0 to 30 in bridal gowns. Most bridal boutiques carry wedding gowns in sizes 8 to 12 to try on. We know it’s just as important for petite and plus size brides to try on their gown before buying, so we make a concerted effort to bring in gowns in smaller sizes, like 0 to 6, as well as sizes 16 and up.

What wedding dress designers do you carry?

Because we’re an off the rack bridal boutique, our wedding gown selection is always changing. We buy our gowns direct from some designers, but also from other stores. We travel to the national bridal markets to connect with designers to bring you today’s trends.

We’ve carried the following major wedding dress designers in our stores: Allure Bridals, Allure Romance, Stella York, Essence of Australia, Pronovias, Luna Novias, Rosa Clara, Watters, Wtoo, Ti Adora, Maggie Sottero, Casablanca Bridal, Justin Alexander, Sincerity Bridal, Lillian West, Moonlight Bridal, Aire Barcelone, Christina Wu, Mon Cheri, Sophia Tolli, Kitty Chen, Kenneth Winston and more. We also carry boutique collections not found online and wedding gowns from independent brands. We want our selection to be large and unique with over 500 wedding dresses in stock.

Where are your bridal stores located?

GARNET + grace Bridal Boutique has two locations. One is located in Whittier, California in the Los Angeles area, while the other is in Hayward, California near Oakland. We have a huge, free lot for our LA area bridal store, but we recommend carpooling to our Bay Area bridal store. Find maps and hours on our Locations Page.

Do you charge for wedding dress shopping appointments?

There is no charge for two visits to our bridal stores. For an extra special shopping experience, you might want to book a VIB Appointment. While all of our brides receive personalized service and expert help from one of our trained bridal stylists, brides who desire additional pampering may choose to schedule a VIB Appointment. When booking a VIB Appointment, brides will receive:

• An individualized assessment for body type and personal style.
• A Senior Stylist for one-on-one assistance.
• Complementary bottle of champagne.
• Dedicated space to bring more guests – we can seat up to five people during a VIB Appointment!

This ultimate shopping experience is perfect for up to five of your closest friends and family members. The $75 is due at booking and is non-refundable for any reason.

We do require a credit card to schedule any type of bridal gown shopping appointment. Clients who do not call to cancel or reschedule 48 hours or more before their appointment may be subject to a $50 no show fee.

You can book online using our Appointments Page. Just use the drop down menu from the top to pick your preferred location.

Do I need an appointment to go wedding dress shopping?

It’s not necessary, but we really like to work with brides one on one. We can’t give you our best level of service if we don’t have a stylist (or a room!) available for you. We always do our best to accommodate walk in brides.

Do you offer Champagne Bridal Appointments?

Yes! We offer VIB appointments in both our bridal stores. For $75 you share a bottle of champagne and a sweet treat, work with a Senior Stylist during your 90 minute appointment, and are able to bring up to five guests. 

Are LGBTQIA+ clients welcome at GARNET + grace?

Yes! We celebrate all kinds of love at GARNET + grace, so all LGBTQIA+ clients are welcome. If you have special circumstances or want to speak with a manager about your wedding dress shopping experience in advance, feel free to call us!

How long do bridal appointments last?

We book first visit appointments for one and a half hours.

How soon should I shop for my bridal gown?

Most experts recommend you purchase your wedding gown about a year in advance. But not everyone has that much time! GARNET + grace is the perfect solution for all brides because we sell all of our designer wedding gowns off the rack, so whether you have one year or more or just one week before you wedding, we have the perfect bridal gown for you!

Can I bring my family with me as I try on wedding dresses?

Please do! We can seat two to three guests at your appointment. Please call to schedule an appointment for a larger group.

What is your wedding dress refund policy?

We’re unable to issue refunds due to the uniqueness of each wedding dress. Gowns purchased on our 90 day payment plan can be exchanged one time in the first 30 days for a wedding dress of equal or greater value.

Do I need to tip my consultant?

Tips are never required but greatly appreciated. You can tip in cash or through our credit card machine on your wedding dress invoice.

Can we take photos in the wedding dresses?

Gosh yes! We’ll even help because we know how to get that camera angle just right to photograph your wedding dress contenders and help you get to YES!