Lovely Bride San Diego
Our San Diego bridal shop is located in the heart of North Park. If you’re looking for a wedding dress shopping experience that makes you feel like the best version of yourself, we’re the perfect match! Some of our designers include MWL, SAINT Bridal, Alyssa Kristin, Renhue, Aesling, and many more. Our wedding dresses range from $2,000 – $5,000, with the majority of the gowns ranging from $2,300 – $3,600. Transparency is our thing at Lovely. Click on our Dresses page to register on our portal to see all of our dresses and prices before you shop.
San Diego Lovelies, we can’t wait to meet you!
Lovely San Diego Bridal Designers
Lovely San Diego Sales Events
Lovely San Diego IRL
Bride: @jespetersennn
Photographer: @sarahleephotoss
Bride: @cla_natarelli
Photographer: @barbarossa_studio
Bride: @cheridan.taylor
Photographer: @carolinaserafiniphotographer
LOVELY SAN DIEGO
Find Us
Lovely Bride San Diego
3013 UNIVERSITY AVENUE
SAN DIEGO, CA 92104
(619) 230-5003
SD@LOVELYBRIDE.COM
Follow us @lovelybridesd
Hours of operation
Wednesday:
11AM – 6PM
Thursday:
11AM – 6PM
Friday:
11AM – 6PM
Saturday:
10AM – 5PM
Sunday:
10AM – 5PM
Monday:
CLOSED
Tuesday:
CLOSED
Lovely San Diego Reviews
Emani Silva
3 months ago
I cannot recommend Lovely Bride enough. From start to finish, the entire experience was incredible. They had such a great variety of dresses, and I always felt like the focus was exactly where it should be—on the bride. That meant so much to me, especially because so much of my day-to-day life and work is spent focusing on other people.
My consultant, Nicole, was genuinely the best. She made the experience fun, comfortable, and so special. She somehow managed to understand exactly what I was looking for and helped me find my dream dress. Nicole, if you ever want a new friend, let me know—you’re absolutely GOATed.
The fitting process was also flawless. My dress fit so perfectly that even my tailor was shocked by how spot-on it was. Every detail felt thoughtful and intentional, and I left feeling so confident and excited.
If you’re looking for a bridal shop that truly prioritizes its brides and delivers an amazing experience from beginning to end, Lovely Bride is it.
THANK YOU NICOLE!!
My consultant, Nicole, was genuinely the best. She made the experience fun, comfortable, and so special. She somehow managed to understand exactly what I was looking for and helped me find my dream dress. Nicole, if you ever want a new friend, let me know—you’re absolutely GOATed.
The fitting process was also flawless. My dress fit so perfectly that even my tailor was shocked by how spot-on it was. Every detail felt thoughtful and intentional, and I left feeling so confident and excited.
If you’re looking for a bridal shop that truly prioritizes its brides and delivers an amazing experience from beginning to end, Lovely Bride is it.
THANK YOU NICOLE!!
Vivian Cuevas
3 months ago
This was only my second (and last lol) bridal shop appointment I had and I cannot express enough how an amazing an experience I had. Nicole, who is also the shop owner, assisted me in my try on and she was just a breath of fresh air. She was so knowledgeable and approachable, made the entire experience so comforting and fun. Her customer service is beyond exceptional and by the end of the appointment it felt like we were all friends on a shopping trip laughing, joking, and just being girls together. The wonderful experience did not stop there. She brought the same energy when I returned to pick up my dress. Made sure everything was as I expected before walking out with my dream dress. Again, it felt like old friends reuniting. Nicole is so personable and overall such a joy to work with. I couldn’t be more thankful that I was blessed with this experience with her and her team. I would highly recommend this shop and if I could get married twice I would come straight back here! Thank you to Nicole and Lovely Bride for being apart of my wedding journey🤍.
Sara
3 months ago
Nicole is the best! I was a bit rushed when it came to finding my dress because I had kept postponing the appointment. I was honestly scared I wouldn’t find anything I truly liked.
Lovely Bride was my very first bridal experience, and Nicole made it absolutely wonderful! She was such a caring, patient, and helpful stylist throughout the entire process.
I knew the style I liked on me, but I wasn’t sure which model would be the right fit. She listened carefully to every piece of feedback I gave and helped me find the perfect dress, it has everything I had been envisioning! I couldn’t have asked for a better experience!
We also chose express shipping since I’m getting married in September (I ordered the dress in March), and everything went so smoothly from start to finish. I’m beyond impressed and incredibly grateful for her help! She’s so knowledgeable and was able to find my size right away, the dress fits perfectly!
Thank you thank you Nicole!!
Lovely Bride was my very first bridal experience, and Nicole made it absolutely wonderful! She was such a caring, patient, and helpful stylist throughout the entire process.
I knew the style I liked on me, but I wasn’t sure which model would be the right fit. She listened carefully to every piece of feedback I gave and helped me find the perfect dress, it has everything I had been envisioning! I couldn’t have asked for a better experience!
We also chose express shipping since I’m getting married in September (I ordered the dress in March), and everything went so smoothly from start to finish. I’m beyond impressed and incredibly grateful for her help! She’s so knowledgeable and was able to find my size right away, the dress fits perfectly!
Thank you thank you Nicole!!
Emily Halverson
5 months ago
I had the best experience shopping for a wedding dress at Lovely Bride! The entire appointment felt fun and relaxed!! I felt zero pressure to make any quick decision and if I expressed liking particular parts of one dress versus another I was given options to fit my preferences and make it work.
Nicole was so helpful and patient :’) I ultimately found my dress and I am so grateful for her help!
Nicole was so helpful and patient :’) I ultimately found my dress and I am so grateful for her help!
R.
7 months ago
I was recommended Lovely Bride by my sister in law who got her wedding dress at a Lovely Bride in New York (the different locations are the same company, but individually owned). Before my first appointment I was able to look at various dresses in Lovely’s online portal. This allowed me to pick some favorites and gave us a great starting point when I arrived for my appointment. My stylist, Nicole, also gave me a quick check in call before the appointment to go over my preferences, make sure everything was up to date, discuss any questions I had, and generally prepare for the appointment so we could make the most of our time. I brought 5 guests to the appointment. While we were a laid back group, Nicole found the perfect ways to integrate her advice with my guests opinions. She also did a great job at gleaning what I liked and didn’t like about certain options without me even articulating it very well. Nicole also made herself available for a follow up appointment so I could retry my favorites and ultimately make a purchase. I would certainly recommend this shop for its selection, price points, and helpful stylists.
Marley Cohn
7 months ago
Nicole was amazing and gave me a great experience with my mom and sisters! It was perfect! She even picked a few dresses for me that she thought I would like outside of my choices. I found my dress in the one appointment! Would highly recommend!!
Jamie Padilla
9 months ago
I came to Lovely Bride specifically as they had a few dresses from a designer I liked. I had my first visit at the shop in May with family, and enjoyed my experience. We spent all 90 minutes trying on lots of dresses, although I didn’t have a date/venue. They let me return free of charge with a friend to confirm between my two favorite dresses, and I said “Yes” to a gorgeous dress. Nicole helped me both times and she was so nice and helpful. I really appreciated her making me feel comfortable, not pressured to make a decision, and she was always engaging. I’d definitely recommend this shop to anyone I know!
Katie Challis
9 months ago
Delaney was AMAZING! Helped me feel so comfortable and respected my budget. She is incredibly good at her job. If you go, request her I promise it will be amazing!
Bailey Clark
11 months ago
I had SUCH an incredible experience here & ended up saying yes to the dress—after visiting several other stores and getting worried I wouldn’t find one I loved! Nicole was AMAZING to work with!!! She was so knowledgeable on each dress, the designer recommendations, and different ways you can style it (from veils to accessories to different bustle styles). The experience here was far superior than other stores—from when I first booked an appointment & chose my favorites in the portal, to the two appointments I had to lock down the dress. What I especially loved was that they weren’t pushy at all in urging me to make a decision, and they took a million pictures of me in each dress in the store & natural lighting so I could sit with each one and decide over time. Candidly, before I booked, I wasn’t sure if I wanted to pay for an appointment, so I was prioritizing spots with free appointments, but it was truly worth every penny. 1000% recommend going here!
Kailey Buchheim
11 months ago
had such a good experience here compared to other boutiques & found my perfect dress. Delaney was so incredible – she was so helpful, took away the nerves, & made everything so fun! She really made the experience perfect for me & my people! Would highly recommend!
Laura T
1 year ago
Delaney was sooo helpful, personable, real and sweet. I had my very first fitting here with a group of my best friends, and she made the whole experience that much better. The shop itself is stunning, intimate, and boasts a wide array of gorgeous dresses. I would highly recommend!!
Brooke Z
1 year ago
Lovely Bride provides service a level above other dress shops I’ve visited in San Diego. Delaney was wonderful to work with and made the experience fun! The girls here know how to clip a dress!! It’s so important to visualize how the dress will fit you, and they know what they’re doing! Would recommend this shop to anyone.
Sydney Novak-Federmeyer
1 year ago
I had the best dress shopping experience at Lovely Bride in San Diego! The gals that work there, Delaney and Nicole, were amazing, helpful, and felt like a part of the friend group just helping me pick out a dress. They weren’t too salesy or pushy (which I experienced at other places) and made me feel super comfortable the whole way through. I highly recommend!
Michele Aguayo
1 year ago
My daughter’s bridal experiences was the best. Delaney felt like she was a part of #TeamBride from the moment we walked in the door. She picked the perfect dress and veil and my daughter said Yes to the Dress! Thank you Delaney!
Torez Ramsey
1 year ago
I just bought my dress from Lovely Bride San Diego and worked with Delaney. She was sooo incredibly helpful and kind. I literally flew to the Bay from Miami and then flew down to San Diego with my mom to try on a specific designer that they had at this store and it was SO WORTH THE TRIP. Delaney listened to my feedback and gave amazing support and guidance with this huge decision. I’m so happy I made the trip and I can’t wait for my dress to get in!!
Masha Savelieva
1 year ago
I had an incredible experience at Lovely Bride! Delaney was amazing to work with and I had so much fun during my appointment. I went alone but it felt like I was just hanging out with a friend. I didn’t find my absolute DREAM dress here but I’m late to the party and I can’t get it in time for my wedding. Regardless, I highly recommend this boutique. The selection of gowns is gorgeous and the people are great!
Sandra Aguirre
1 year ago
Went here a couple weekends ago to look for my wedding dress and had such an amazing experience with Delany! I went there alone not really knowing what to expect, but Delany walked me through the entire process, listened to my feedback and pulled dresses closer and closer to what I was looking for. I ultimately ended up purchasing a dress else where, but the experience here was so lovely! Thank you Delany as well as the other stylist in the shop today, such lovely and helpful people!
Andrelli Oliveros
1 year ago
I had an amazing experience at Lovely Bride in North Park! This was my very first time shopping, and no one close to me has gotten married yet, so I didn’t know what to expect. Delaney was my stylist and she was awesome! She made me and my party feel very comfortable, and she led the appointment well. Not only is she an expert as a stylist, but she’s extremely easy to get along with, which made the appointment so much fun! I just placed my dress order, so thank you Delaney! 😀
P.S. Plan to get to your appointment early! There’s only certain spots that can accommodate more than 90 minutes so securing parking will take some time.
P.S. Plan to get to your appointment early! There’s only certain spots that can accommodate more than 90 minutes so securing parking will take some time.
Mary Ann Madarang
2 years ago
I stumbled upon a Lovely Bride ad on Instagram and was in love with the styles of dresses so I immediately made an appointment. This was the third bridal shop that I visited and my experience was immaculate. I came in by myself this time and Delaney made me feel so comfortable from the start. She was very knowledgeable of the designers and their dresses as well as the inventory of the store. I was very impressed. She also didn’t pressure me into purchasing on the spot and saying “yes” to the dress which made my experience ten times better. I came back a week later after taking some time to think about my decision and left with my dream wedding dress!! The whole store was so chic and the inventory wasn’t overwhelming.. the vibes were on point! I will definitely recommend Lovely Bride and Delaney to all my friends, clients, and anyone looking for the best wedding dress shopping experience.
Taryn Guiney
2 years ago
I said Yes to a dress!! From the moment we walked into Lovely Bride, Rebekah made us feel right at home. She is extremely knowledgable, so much fun and such a gem of a human! I never felt pressured, she genuinely wanted me to find a dress I loved and felt confident and comfortable in. Send over your top 5+ dresses before you go and Rebekah will pull at least 10 dresses you will love ◡̈
Highly recommend Lovely Bride
Highly recommend Lovely Bride
Alexa Vasquez
2 years ago
Had the best experience trying on dresses! Delaney was so courteous and helpful, tried on all the dresses I had chosen on the website and then based on that she gave me one that was similar to what I was liking and turned out to be MY dress!! I love it
Malia Noble
2 years ago
Sydney Boomgarden
2 years ago
I had the BEST experience at Lovely Bride. This was my 3rd shop I’ve been too. Going into it was feeling frustrated with the process and afraid I was never going to find the dress. Delaney was so kind and sweet but overall helpful in listening to me & figuring out what I wanted. Because I had no idea lol. I said yes to the dress & I am obsessed!!
Brenley Noori
2 years ago
Love, love, love. I ordered a dress here a couple of weeks ago and they have been so responsive and helpful since. Highly recommend
Jaymie Dugan
2 years ago
Delaney made this experience so amazing!! While I did go with another dress from a different boutique, Delaney made me want to pick a dress from Lovely just because she was so much more helpful and understanding! She listened to exactly what I wanted/needed and made the experience so fun along the way. She has an amazing eye for accessories and style as well. If I could wear two wedding dresses I would have, simply because I loved what she picked and the way she styled me! I picked Lovely on a whim and I’m so happy I did. Request Delaney, if possible. You will not regret it.
Sujinda Sarah Dangvan
2 years ago
I had such a wonderful experience at Lovely Bride and Delaney was so awesome! You can tell that she is so passionate about helping you find ‘the one’ meant for you. My friends and I loved how patient and attentive to detail Delaney was when it came to specific comments on certain dresses, which made the process much easier! Her outgoing and friendly attitude made our time at Lovely Bride very fun and comfortable! 10/10 I would recommend this shop to future brides!
melodie mandanis
2 years ago
We loved this place! Nicole was so great and enjoyable. She was able to help us find what we were looking for based on our preferences. Thank you Nicole! She is awesome!!
bella mandanis
2 years ago
Love lovely brides!! They had amazing, modern, unique dresses. The service was fantastic. Nicole was amazing, so helpful, knowledgeable, funny and a doll. She reassured us and Nicole was the best.
Cassidy Hamilton
2 years ago
September 2024 bride here – Highly recommend Lovely Bride. I was in a tricky predicament where I already had a dress I felt rushed into buying last fall, and I decided to come in to try another that I felt could be the real one. Delaney answered my first email and was there all the way through the process of saying yes to the right dress 🙂 I even brought in the first one to compare and discuss, which Delaney never made me feel weird about. The entire time it was so clear that Delaney genuinely wanted to help me make the best decision for me, regardless of whether she would be selling me a new dress. I’m so grateful to her for helping me get on track with the dress of my dreams.
Side note – lots of great places to eat + a cool neighborhood in north park, so definitely worth making a day out of it if you live far.
Side note – lots of great places to eat + a cool neighborhood in north park, so definitely worth making a day out of it if you live far.
Shayna Lewis
2 years ago
Had the best time at Lovely Bride! Nicole is such a gem and really made the whole experience. This was my first time wedding dress shopping and, even though I didn’t buy a dress here, it will forever be memorable. Thanks Nicole and all the Lovely ladies!
Kendra Rettig
2 years ago
I had the best experience trying on dresses with Delaney! She made the process super comfortable and seamless and let me take my time to make my decision. I did end up getting my dress here and I felt so confident leaving that I made the right decision. She had the most positive energy which is just what I needed that day!
Katie Page
2 years ago
Delaney was the best! Really great at making it the best experience and making sure you pick the dress that’s meant just for you!!! Definitely would recommend her and Lovely Bride!
Tiffany Le
2 years ago
Loved loved loved my time here with Nicole! She made me feel so welcomed and beautiful throughout my appointment. Nicole was able to read my emotions and body language before I even voiced my opinions and adjusted styles accordingly. I loved how she interacted with my bride tribe too!
Claire Morris
2 years ago
I went to Lovely Bride in hopes to find my wedding dress, as the previous two places I went to were both misses. What an amazing experience! Nicole was SO helpful and patient, and had great recommendations. She was also just so friendly and easy to get along with, that it made my experience that much better. I felt comfortable voicing my opinions and being myself there. I am so happy to say that I found my dress with Nicole and am SO excited!!! Thank you again for your help and guidance, I definitely recommend Lovely Bride!!!
Samantha Sinclair
2 years ago
This was my third bridal shop that I went to in San Diego. I went there specifically looking for Made with Love wedding dresses. The girls were so helpful and knowledgeable. I felt no pressure to make a decision. They pulled dresses that I wanted to try and pulled dresses based off of the things that I was saying while in other dresses. I could have spent an hour and a half in there (that is the only thing I would change), but I found my dress! I couldn’t be more satisfied! They also explained to me that their alterations expert was their go to seamstress and was very familiar with their dresses. I felt at ease knowing that. I can’t wait to get my dress and see it on. Lovely is defiantly a low pressure salon and not overwhelming what so ever!
Alyssa Burke
3 years ago
Being a first time bride and this being the first time trying on wedding dresses I was so nervous. But Nicole made me feel so comfortable before i even walked through the door! She called me to confirm my appointment a few days before and we had such a lovely chat about what I’m looking for. She has dresses pick out when I got to my appointment. She listened to everything I was saying and picked dressed quickly around my comments on each dress. She found my dress without me even knowing how to describe it. She made the day so special and amazing! I had other appointments booked for the day and that none of them gave me a call and made a connection before I walked in the door and that meant so much to me. I’m not comfortable in my body so I was so nervous about my appointment. But Nicole made my day so special, and I felt so beautiful! She was she even found my vail! Such a wonderful experience and I did say yes to my dress! I would have never been able to find it without her ❤️ they even helped me cancel my other appointments once I found my dream dress!
Suzanne Tanis
3 years ago
11/10 experience at this boutique. By bestie’s daughter is getting married, and Nicole was incredible on this journey to finding the perfect dress. I cannot recommend this place enough, it was such a beautiful and unforgettable experience! Thank you, Nicole and Delaney!
Mariella Wilde
3 years ago
MOH here. I cannot recommend this boutique enough. My bestie bride had an outstanding experience that exceeded the products and attitudes of all other places. The selection was unbelievable. On top of everything, they offered to pay for the cancellation fees of the other locations we reserved after she said yes to the dress at Lovely! Nicole assisted my girl with her fitting and I have to say, she was born for what she does. She made my best friend feel so heard, so beautiful, so encouraged and celebrated, especially given that trying on clothes in general is difficult for her. And the manager Delaney was so helpful. Truly, she curated a beautiful and unforgettable vibe. Seriously, can we do this again tomorrow?
Sugar Burke
3 years ago
Nicole was amazing. She called my daughter ahead of time and got information on her direction for the wedding. She really listened and we left Lovely Bride with a dress and my daughter was so happy. Delaney the manager was so informative and made the day amazing and easy! ❤️❤️❤️
Katie Riley
3 years ago
I went as a bridesmaid to my brides dress fitting, Nicole and Delaney were amazing! They made us all feel so welcomed and were so good at listening to our brides likes and dislikes. Nicole was amazing at picking out dresses and showing how they could be altered, and our bride was able to find her dress there! They were so excited with us and helped us celebrate. They were absolutely amazing and I can’t recommend them enough!
Heather Schwarz
3 years ago
I cannot say enough amazing things about my experiences with Lovely and the amazing Delaney!
This was my 5th and final dress shop I went to and by far the best dresses and support I had throughout SoCal!
Delaney was so supportive with changing dates and times for my appointments. She supported my ideas and made suggestions that got me into my dream dress. The whole process felt so genuine. She never pressured me to make a decision at my first appointment and even allowed me to come back to try on the one I loved for my sister. The pickup process was seamless and let me tell you, this girl was SPOT on with my sizing and trying on my dress felt like a dream. Thank you so much Delaney and the Lovely team.
This was my 5th and final dress shop I went to and by far the best dresses and support I had throughout SoCal!
Delaney was so supportive with changing dates and times for my appointments. She supported my ideas and made suggestions that got me into my dream dress. The whole process felt so genuine. She never pressured me to make a decision at my first appointment and even allowed me to come back to try on the one I loved for my sister. The pickup process was seamless and let me tell you, this girl was SPOT on with my sizing and trying on my dress felt like a dream. Thank you so much Delaney and the Lovely team.
Savannah Miller
3 years ago
Loved the selection at this store. Delainey was also super helpful and patient with me trying on dresses! Highly recommend!
Drew Vagen
3 years ago
I had the BEST experience at Lovely Bride with Delaney!
This was the 5th bridal shop I went to. After having a horrible experience at my previous appointment (different bridal store), I was so refreshed and excited with my experience at Lovely Bride. Delaney right away took into consideration my likes, preferences, styles, etc. and brought me so many great options (in sizes that fit me)! Delaney was also amazing at helping me narrow down my choices and listened to my feedback on each dress. She made me feel comfortable in expressing my opinion and confident in my choices.
I ended up finding the one and saying yes to the dress! So thankful I came here and got to work with Delaney.
This was the 5th bridal shop I went to. After having a horrible experience at my previous appointment (different bridal store), I was so refreshed and excited with my experience at Lovely Bride. Delaney right away took into consideration my likes, preferences, styles, etc. and brought me so many great options (in sizes that fit me)! Delaney was also amazing at helping me narrow down my choices and listened to my feedback on each dress. She made me feel comfortable in expressing my opinion and confident in my choices.
I ended up finding the one and saying yes to the dress! So thankful I came here and got to work with Delaney.
AmandaHeather Valencia
3 years ago
Great shopping experience! I found my dress here! I had an intimate appointment with my mother, MIL, and Delaney! She is such a gem! Delaney is very easy to talk to, sweet, and caring with her brides! She is also very thorough in trying to understand your style, vision, and budget. 10/10 duh I recommend!
Janice Naranjo
3 years ago
I went dress shopping at this boutique this weekend and found my dream dress! Erin was my stylist and she was so fun to work with. She was knowledgable about the gowns and about the designers. She accommodated me last minute when I wanted to try the dress on once more. The boutique is small, but the dresses are beautiful and the experience was amazing. Thank you Erin!
Stephanie Jensen
3 years ago
I have been to multiple stores and this by far had the most beautiful gowns! Delaney was amazing at selecting gowns and made it a delightful experience. I would definitely recommend this shop.
Brenda Goodell
3 years ago
Delaney was so helpful! We super appreciated her advice. Good vibes & great selections .
Alex Watt
3 years ago
I had the best experience with Erin at my bridal appointment. I felt truly cared for and was able to try on a variety of dresses. She listened to my feedback dress by dress which helped me land on a dress I didn’t even think of before I came in! It was so fun and memorable, can’t recommend enough.
Ella DeGea
3 years ago
I had one of my bridal appointments at Lovely with Erin and I can’t rave about her enough. Erin was so helpful and worked with my vision to try and find my dress. Though I went with another option I had my heart set on, Erin was able to get me in a dress that was a very close second and a favorite for everyone. The store has a really nice variety of options and the team was super helpful. Highly recommend!
Brynna Macleay
3 years ago
I had the best experience here!! Delaney let me try on tons of dresses and ended up finding my dream dress for me! 10/10 recommend this store. Such a calming experience.
Kim Quinlan
3 years ago
Delaney (sp) was “the” best and attentive to the upcoming brides vision. She had her try on so many dresses outside of her wheelhouse. I believe and I’m sure Delaney will agree…it is very important to listen to the brides wishes but also provide her with ones that she would look gorgeous in. Loved them all ~ made the pick and this is the place to go if you are searching for the perfect dress and the best customer service. Cute shop and love the area. Ask for Delaney❣️
Audrey Herpel
3 years ago
Delaney is a god send. Seriously, I came in so overwhelmed had tried on so many dresses. So much so that I came by myself and she was a total friend. Helped me figure out how to modify my dream dress & made it so much fun. Highly recommend this place, especially Delaney!
Jeanette Bunn
3 years ago
My daughter made an appointment at Lovely Bride, which was our 4th appointment in two days. We had four of us in total. Three of the four, flew in from other states and Spain for this special moment. Lovely Bride had just changed locations, only a few blocks from the original one. My daughter tried on dresses not knowing if she would be able to find her special dress. But thankfully, she was able to say “Yes, to the dress” from Lovely Bride. Not only was Delaney helpful, her charismatic personality helps put you at ease with absolutely no pressure. Our dress even came in just under $2,000! Thank you Lovely Bride! I am not able to post photos until after the wedding.
Kori Hayne
3 years ago
Delaney was the BEST! She goes above and beyond. My mom and I had such a good time wedding dress shopping yesterday because of her. Delaney has such a fun and friendly personality. Her approach to helping you find your dream dress is extremely thoughtful. She doesn’t skip a detail and makes sure you feel the most comfortable throughout the whole process. Highly recommend Lovely Bride!!
Debbie Douglass
3 years ago
I really enjoyed Delaney service, she took the stress out of dress shopping. Couldn’t have done it without her!
Ashley Stuhlmann
3 years ago
Delaney was absolutely amazing!!! So helpful and knew exactly what direction to lead me in. Highly recommend this location! She helped me find the most perfect dress!!
Amber Stuhlmann
3 years ago
I am the sister of the bride and my sister can be rather picky and indecisive when it comes to wedding dress shopping. Delaney made her feel so comfortable and was so hands on and explained what style would look good on her and why. She explained the whole process from start to finish and was very involved. She not only made the bride feel comfortable but all us family as well. As a result my sister found her dream dress!
Chloe Vanhoof
3 years ago
I cannot thank Delaney from The Lovely Bride in San Diego enough for her help finding my dress. I had already shopped a bit, and had one bad experience at another shop when I got to my appointment. She knew what I was looking for, understood the style, listened to me and ultmately helped me say yes to my dress. It was a fun, safe space, and felt very comfortable and easy. So happy with my experience!
Mia Gonzalez
3 years ago
Went into Lovely Bride this weekend and it was the BEST Experience! It was my first bridal shop stop and Delayne made it the best possible day. A day before our appointment she called me to get all the details of my wedding and my vsion fro a dress. When we arrived she was warm, bubbly and welcoming. The shop is intimate and only accommodates one Bride at a time which was ideal! We had an hour and 15 minutes to try on all the dresses and accessories. Highly recommend anyone to come into Lovely Bride!!!
Gina Gonzalez
3 years ago
Delaney was AMAZING!!! She made the entire experience very heartfelt and like she was part of our social circle. We absolutely LOVED her!
Taylor Sterling
3 years ago
I went to 3 dress shops while searching for my dress and Delaney was by far the most knowledgeable and amazing consultant we worked with. She knew exactly the questions to ask to help me narrow down and was so supportive when I chose to go with a dress from another store. She was the best
Jennifer Romano
3 years ago
I can not say enough about how great this place is, and how delightful Delaney is. The dresses she procures are the most amazing quality and craftmanship, everything is gorgeous, beautifully made, and the details she brings to all of her dresses are stunning!!!
Erika Bailey
3 years ago
I can not rave enough about my experience at Lovely Bride in San Diego! I had two appointments at this bridal dress shop and both experiences were beyond perfect. Nicole was 100000% the best bridal dress stylist I ever could have asked for! My first appointment was with my best friend when she was visiting town and I was 99% sure I had found “the one” at that point! But I wanted to show my mom in-person before purchasing so I reached out to the shop again to schedule another appointment. Due to my mom’s work schedule, she was only able to visit for a few days and when I reached out to schedule an appointments for the days she would be in town, Nicole let me know that the shop would actually be closed during those days. I was absolutely devastated and 100% freaking out, but Nicole called me and CAME BACK EARLY FROM HER VACATION (I repeat, CAME BACK EARLY FROM HER VACATION) in order for me to be able to show my mom the dress in person while she was still in town!!! She said she had another bride who also needed an appointment that day (or the guilt would have really eaten me alive to cut her vacation short!), but truly – what place has that type of customer service? Needless to say, my mom loved the dress as much as I did and I knew it was 100% the one after that! I can’t say enough good things about the process at Lovely Bride. I visited 4 other bridal dress shops in total and my experience at Lovely Bride was hands down my favorite. They carry a smaller selection of designers compared to some other shops, but I feel like that really makes them know those designs inside-and-out and I was already pretty certain I wanted a Made with Love dress, so it worked out perfectly! Nicole was so knowledgeable about all of the styles and she was so kind and comforting as I tried on each design. She made me feel SO comfortable throughout the entire process, and she really has the sweetest most bubbly personality ever! Also, the shop is SO cute and is my exact style haha I just absolutely loved all the pink and how it was decorated. The dress bag is adorable, and you also get treated with a cute surprise when you purchase your dress here (I won’t spoil it!). Nicole just had the best energy ever and she was never pushy at all which also made my experience here stand out from some of the other shops. I could not recommend more highly to any brides looking for a place to shop for their wedding dress! Thank you, thank you, thank you so much Nicole and Lovely Bride!!! I am so so so grateful!
Kelly Hardwick
3 years ago
Delaney was so helpful and made this whole experience amazing! She made me feel very comfortable and helped me find my perfect dress. I love all the different dress options and styles that were available and I loved being the only one in the store for my appointment. I will definitely be recommending Lovely Bride San Diego to all brides I know.
Madison Dorman
3 years ago
This is the third dress shop I went to in search of my perfect dress! Delaney was super kind and helpful and helped me fine the one for me. I totally was not anticipating walking out of this store finding something I would truly like as I had one I already found at another store I really liked. I told Delaney what styles I liked and after trying on each one she recommended something else. She pushed (nicely) to try on something I would not have picked out for myself. I fell in love with the dress and she just knew. Delaney is just the best and I can’t recommend this shop enough! I should add that I’m a mid-sized girly and trying on dresses can be daunting for me. She was so supportive, sweet and helpful and made me feel so comfortable in my own skin and the dresses! Thank you!!
hailey seheult
3 years ago
I had the BEST experience at Lovely Bride, SD. I had Delany as my bridal stylist, she was super helpful and NOT pushy (which was important for me as a bride). I felt beautiful if everything she picked and wound up saying ‘YES’ to the first dress I tried on! So excited to get my dress in. I can’t recommend Delany more!
Robyn Zortman
3 years ago
Came here for my best friends dress and had the absolute best experience. Our 3rd shop of the day, so safe to say we were EXHAUSTED. Daleny had a clear plan of action for our bride to help narrow down the styles she had already fallen to love throughout the day and provided so much structure, energy, and VIBES for the appointment that were so clearly lacking at every other bridal shop. I can’t recommend her more! She was everything we didn’t know we needed for this special day!
Annie Maloney
3 years ago
Delaney was AMAZING! So kind, Knowledgeable, and made my experience absolutely perfect. I found the perfect dress and had so much fun doing it! Thank you, Delaney!
Kelly Faunce
3 years ago
Delaney made my sister’s day so fun, easy, and relaxing! She knew exactly what would work for my baby sis and made the group feel so special. Loved every moment and seeing my sister find her PERFECT dress!!
Catherine Oswald
3 years ago
I had such a great experience at Lovely! I love that the studio only allows one bride at a time, it feels so special and intimate! Delaney was an amazing stylist! She genuinely cared to get to know me and my party and asked questions to help me narrow down my options. Would definitely recommend to future brides!!
catie schmitz
3 years ago
I had emailed some with Delaney and made an appt to come into the shop. She was timely (early) and let me in to start our appt. She had already pulled the dresses I requested to try on and even had some fun surprise styles I tried on. She was attentive and took pictures of me since I went alone and wanted to send pics to my mom and sisters to see. She was super informative regarding my measurements and giving me guidance on sizing and wasn’t pushy to make me purchase that day which was such a relief from other bridal shoppes. She called me to go over ordering details and was very patient and talked me through everything. I had a great experience and would recommend this shop to anyone. It was easy to find and Delaney gave me parking tips too. 🙂 5/5 stars
Jessica Keife
3 years ago
We went dress shopping for my sister today, and our stylist Delaney was just the best. She was so knowledgeable, fun, and really helped our indecisive bride narrow down her vision. Although the shop is small, they had a wide variety of dresses that matched my sister’s aesthetic. We had a great experience and we highly recommend!
Courtney Clark
3 years ago
We had a great appointment at Lovely Bride. It was our favorite bridal shop in San Diego! Delaney, the manager, is SO knowledgeable about the gowns and what kinds of modifications can be made. She was incredible to work with! Highly recommend making an appointment here!
Marilyn Crawford
3 years ago
My daughter tried on dresses yesterday with Delaney as the guide. Her expertise and humor made it a great experience. She was inquisitive and then sensitive to my daughter’s desires. We highly recommend Delaney and are very grateful for her help in finding a perfect dress.
Jade Vitt
3 years ago
I had the most wonderful experience at Lovely Bride! I had a day full of wedding dress appointments in San Diego and Delaney was the only person who took the time to get to know me and my vision for my dream wedding dress beforehand. She was SO incredibly helpful and consultative throughout the entire process. It was a totally pressure & stress free experience because of her and I ended up finding my perfect wedding dress! I cannot recommend her and Lovely Bride enough!!
Kelsey
3 years ago
My experience at Lovely Bride San Diego was an absolute 10/10! Before walking in my mom and I were open minded and didn’t expect to find THE dress.
But when we started trying on dresses, Nicole was the absolute best and helped point out dresses outside of my pre chosen ones. It was such a fun experience and she was so helpful and the best hype woman. I was nervous the experience could be awkward but she made it so enjoyable and memorable. OH and I found my dress and immediately was wow’ed by it the moment I put it on! Lovely Bride has such gorgeous and unique dresses, I’m so happy to say I said yes to the dress here!
But when we started trying on dresses, Nicole was the absolute best and helped point out dresses outside of my pre chosen ones. It was such a fun experience and she was so helpful and the best hype woman. I was nervous the experience could be awkward but she made it so enjoyable and memorable. OH and I found my dress and immediately was wow’ed by it the moment I put it on! Lovely Bride has such gorgeous and unique dresses, I’m so happy to say I said yes to the dress here!
Sydney Hess
4 years ago
My group and I had a fabulous experience at Lovely Bride! Nicole, our stylist, was so wonderful. She had all my preferred dresses ready and was able to help with suggestions and ideas based on my style and where the wedding is taking place. Nicole was able to place me in 3 dresses I absolutely loved that I wouldn’t have originally chosen. Our group really enjoyed having the whole store to ourselves to cheer and enjoy the appointment. I highly recommend working with this shop.
Jodie Goodwin
4 years ago
Was there with a large party. Most came from out of town. Our assistant, Nicole, was professional, personable, helpful, and took her time. Made plenty of suggestions beyond the picks. She made it a delightful experience and was genuinely enthusiastic and very good at her job. ❤️
Naomi Harrison
4 years ago
After several bridal shops this one had everything I needed and more. Nicole is an absolute darling – I wanted to invite her to the wedding! She is a complete pro and made me feel so at ease, she has the best advice. Every bridal shop needs a Nicole! The dress selection is amazing. After going to shops and finding nothing I liked, I was spoiled for choice with options here! Thank you thank you and keep up the good work!
Bri Davis
4 years ago
Let me just say Nicole is amazing. She made my appointment enjoyable. She was delightful and attentive. She also recommended options that took me out of my comfort zone and let me tell you her taste is impeccable. She made this experience so wonderful and my whole team love her as well. Thank you Nicole for your amazing energy, attention to detail and great laugh & good time.
Emily Burke
4 years ago
I found my dream dress and loved every single moment of my experience at lovely bride thanks to Nicole!! She made me feel so comfortable and is literally the clip QUEEN. I went to other places after my first visit and nobody could get a dress to fit me like she could. This makes such a huge difference so you can see what it will actually look like in your size!! Thank you thank you 💛💛
Katie Gilliland
4 years ago
I went to three bridal salons and Lovely Bride was my favorite! Nicole was so sweet, bubbly, and fun and made the experience so great for me and for my bridesmaids. They had a great selection of dresses and I loved that we had the whole bridal salon to ourselves. Highly recommend!
Chanel Argue
5 years ago
This was the first time trying on wedding dresses and I wasn’t sure what to expect. As soon as we arrived, we were greeted by Nicole. She was sweet, welcoming and knowledgeable. She helped me get on the dresses which I really liked. She even picked out my favorite dresses – one that I never would have picked but really blew us all away. Thank you Nicole for going above and beyond to make my experience special !
Jobellie Custodio
5 years ago
I had the pleasure of being taken care of by Nicole. She was warm and welcoming from the start. This was my first time dress shopping and Nicole went above and beyond my expectations which put my nerves at ease.
I really did enjoy building my Lovely Bride profile before my appointment. I feel completing this process helped the appointment flow efficiently. The dresses I favorited on my profile were set on the side already by the time I arrived to the appointment instead of spending time flipping through dresses. At the end of the appointment, I was torn between two dress. I didn’t want to take either of them off. After a week of contemplating, I finally decided on THE dress.
The boutique itself is big and spacious. Very cozy and unique as well. The windows let’s in a lot of natural sunlight which made it more fun to see yourself in the dresses.
Covid safe protocols were in place such as masks and limited guests at the boutique. I also liked the idea of one bride and their party at a time in the boutique. Creates more of an intimate experience and all the attention is focused on your appointment.
The Lovely Bride team is also quick to respond, great customer service.
Highly recommend this boutique for first time dress shoppers.
Thank you Nicole and Lovely Bride San Diego for all you do!
I really did enjoy building my Lovely Bride profile before my appointment. I feel completing this process helped the appointment flow efficiently. The dresses I favorited on my profile were set on the side already by the time I arrived to the appointment instead of spending time flipping through dresses. At the end of the appointment, I was torn between two dress. I didn’t want to take either of them off. After a week of contemplating, I finally decided on THE dress.
The boutique itself is big and spacious. Very cozy and unique as well. The windows let’s in a lot of natural sunlight which made it more fun to see yourself in the dresses.
Covid safe protocols were in place such as masks and limited guests at the boutique. I also liked the idea of one bride and their party at a time in the boutique. Creates more of an intimate experience and all the attention is focused on your appointment.
The Lovely Bride team is also quick to respond, great customer service.
Highly recommend this boutique for first time dress shoppers.
Thank you Nicole and Lovely Bride San Diego for all you do!
Maria Garvin
5 years ago
The Lovely Bride was my first appointment for wedding dress shopping and I was so happy with the entire experience. The store has such beautiful and unique dresses, and my time there felt intimate and special. I worked with a staff member named Delaney who was very friendly, easy going and attentive. When I asked the store to accommodate a rush order for me, they worked quickly to make it happen. When I ultimately decided to go with another dress, they were gracious and accommodating; and they congratulated me on finding my dress. I can’t say enough good things about the experience and I highly recommend this bridal boutique!
Elizabeth RC
8 years ago
I had the most wonderful appointment with Rebekah at Lovely Bride yesterday afternoon! It was everything I’ve ever dreamed of and more! It was the true “bridal” experience I had hoped for. I love that they take only one appointment at a time, so my family and I had the store to ourselves along with Rebekah the owner. She was absolutely lovely…such a warm friendly personality that instantly put me at ease. She was so accommodating and I cannot say enough positive things about her and the entire appointment!
Google rating score: 4.9 of 5, based on 103 reviews
Hear It From Our Brides
Tailors We Recommend
Tailor Love
3523 Fifth Ave
San Diego, CA 92103
San Diego, CA 92103
(619) 788-9756
carla@tailorlove.com
Belia Bridal Alterations & Accessories
4070 Goldfinch St
STE D
San Diego, CA 92103
STE D
San Diego, CA 92103
(415) 999-6023
Kim’s Alterations
566 S Coast Hwy 101
Encinitas, CA 92024
Encinitas, CA 92024
(760) 436-2263
Neighborhood Guide
Lovely charleston fave local spots
parking guide
Street parking is usually available in North Park surrounding the shop. North Park Garage is just around the corner and is a 4 minute walk.
