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For those who are set to tie the knot, one of the most important parts of the wedding is, of course, the bride’s gown.
From the ultra lavish options to the sleek and minimalist ones, the GCC, much like its track-record in other realms, supplies us with abundance when it comes to bridal-wear. Cutting through the noise to bring you only the best, here are five of the GRAZIA team’s most loved options in the wedding dress space.
With locations, price ranges and overreaching themes/styles, this is our full-proof guide to securing your “option A” in the wedding dress shopping realm.
You&I Bridal
Bringing a personalised aspect to wedding dress shopping, You&I Bridal is one UAE born bridal spot that has very quickly established itself as a game changer. Founded by the unstoppable British textile design graduate Hollie Briant, an entirely tailored and bespoke wedding dress shopping experience awaits you at this Media City located boutique. From fabrics and silhouettes to measurements and alterations, you will be matched with on point of contact that will carry you though the entire stressful, yet rewarding, process seamlessly.
Vanila Wedding Boutique Dubai
Founded in 2008, if you’re on the hunt for UAE bridal boutiques with an A-list clientele, this award winning option has the beauty and fragrance mogul Mona Kattan’s stamp of approval. Collaborating with the widely sought-after perfume-leaders Kayali, on a heavenly wedding fragrance collection that leaves a trail of infatuating sweet sandalwood scents as you glide through your big day, this spot is based in JLT. Centering polished mesmerizing silhouettes, cuts and styles across all its bridal offerings, if you lean minimalism chic and ultimately stunning in your wedding style this is the ultimate haven for you.
Poppy & Ginger
Whether your dream of oozing unrivalled elegance or opt for ultra feminine cuts, entrenched in a medley of lace goodness with subtle pearly touches, Shop 9 on Sheikh Zayed Road promises to deliver even your wildest fantasies when it comes to your big yes dress. With prices ranging from Dhs8000 to Dhs22,000, Poppy & Ginger’s versatility goes far beyond style and silhouettes and even offers range in price point and payment methods. Carrying a talented array of designers, with the likes of Jane Hill, Made With Love, Aleena Leena and more, this bridal spot has an ever-loved catalogue of modern and refined bridal wear in its arsenal.
The Bridal Atelier
Of all the UAE born bridal boutiques, chances are the one you’ve heard of is this Al Qouz 3 based whimsical space. Recently relaunching with a new name, The Bridal Atelier, if you were hoping to make an avant-garde yet ultra-refined statement in your day of nuptials, this spot delivers the attire for it in abundance. From all-engulfing Disney-like gowns to a minimalist array of slip floor-length dresses that flow and wave as you take the aisle, this concrete finish spot hold all the bridal essence you never knew you even had access to, let alone would thrive in.
Contessa
If you’re looking to exude nothing but ounces of fantastical glamour, the City Walk located bridal showroom Contessa has pieces that let even your imagination reach new peaks of ravishing fairytale-like enchantment. Centring opulence in each facet of its experience, from the space to pieces, this luxury-focused boutique carries a medley of emerging designers, with ample options in design and style. From the ultra bedazzled options to the statement shoulder pieces, this is where you’ll find a wedding dress sure to cause a commotion.
