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March 2024 by Gracie b
Bought my Dress and veil here yesterday. I feel it is my sworn duty to tell all of the brides out there about Gilded Rose. Some context, I am planning an entire wedding for 160+ guests in four months. So I needed a dress asap. After going to multiple dress salons and trying samples/rush order gowns over the course of three weeks I was starting to feel the pressure. I made an appointment with their sample boutique, it’s attached to the main showroom. Wow, they had an incredible selection of beautiful well maintained dresses not a broken zipper or torn dirty hem in sight. It was like walking into my Pinterest board. Michelle helped me find my dress. She was so patient and never pushy. She listened to me and hit it of the park with her dress selection. Michelle made my appointment special and really brought a sense of calm during a time of heightened stress. I slept on it, came back the next day and she fit me in for a last minute mini appointment to try on my favorites again. She was balancing other brides and she still made it work. Just incredible service. I would recommend Gilded Rose to any bride looking for her gown. Worth the drive from Chicago, 10/10!
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February 2024 by Lisa Mclaughlin
Lulu was so wonderful working with both my friend and myself. She has exquisite taste. The inventory is exceptional and so very beautiful. Thank-you!
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December 2023 by Emily Tumen
I can't speak more highly of the service I received at Gilded Rose Atelier!! Michelle and Lulu made my experience so very special. Not only did Michelle give me amazing styling services, but they were both extremely encouraging and patient with me/my chaotic family as I tried on 5,000 dresses, accessories, etc. They truly went above and beyond for me and I couldn't be more grateful. This place is truly a hidden GEM!!
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December 2023 by Shelly Valenti
THE most adorable bridal boutique I have been to!! I was at 5 others before I found this one and am so so happy I did!! Bought THE most beautiful, perfect dress for my son’s wedding!!!Michelle made it so easy and was so helpful!!
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November 2023 by Alba Joana RIco
Michelle's assistance exceeded expectations; her customer service was exceptional. She swiftly addressed each of my inquiries, and her timely responses played a crucial role in facilitating the seamless ordering process for the jumpsuit I desired. I wholeheartedly recommend Gilded Rose, and, above all, I highly recommend Michelle.
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October 2023 by Sandy Hanna
I cannot compliment Lulu and her staff more! As a Mother-of-the-Bride, you want your daughter to have a “magical” experience and find the fairytale dress of her dreams. We had been to several other shops and the experience and the atmosphere at the Gilded Rose Atelier in Barrington was BY FAR the best experience in the area. The shop is beautiful, and you feel relaxed when you walk through the door. The selection of dresses are top quality with well-known designers that often times allow for customization, which was great as my daughter changed several aspects of the dress (sleeves, cut of the back and underlayer) to make it perfect for her! Lulu was very knowledgeable and asked a lot of questions to bring dresses for my daughter to try on that met her criteria. Also, and most importantly, she always asked what she did not like about a given dress and then adjusted the selection she brought in accordingly. So appreciative of her thoughtful approach and non-pressured sale.I also have to comment on the “trying on” experience as well. The guests get a show and sit on very comfortable couches under beautiful lighting being visited by Benji, who is the owner’s dog and loves the attention from the guests as they await the bride-to-be to try on the next gown. Meanwhile, the bride is in a very spacious and private dressing area, behind a curtain. After slipping into a new dress, the curtain would open, and my daughter would be in front of floor to ceiling mirrors like a fashion show where she could see the full experience of what she looked like in the dress. WOW……that was amazing!! As a mom, you want your daughter to select her dress and I tried not to show emotion initially as I watched her try on one beautiful dress after another. When they opened the curtain for what would be her “Yes to the Dress”, I could not hold it in and started to cry. I will never forget my daughter turning around, looking stunning and saying, “I love it, it’s perfect”!!Overall, this is the best experience I could have hoped for and can’t wait to see her on her wedding day. Thank you to Lulu, Michelle and Benji for creating that memory! You truly are unique and made this experience the best it could be!! If you are reading this and deciding where to go, it would definitely be worth your while to go and visit Gilded Rose Atelier in Barrington so you too can have a magical experience!
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August 2023 by Ashley Krippinger
Gilded Rose is such a beautiful bridal store to shop at with an incredible selection of dresses and accessories. Lulu and Michelle were both so helpful in finding my veil and bridal accessories! Absolutely loved my experience!
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July 2023 by Kira Cole
I purchased my wedding dress at Gilded Rose recently and am so glad I did. I’m in the city and was not looking forward to driving out to Barrington to find a dress, but Michelle made it all worth it. Gilded Rose was my second appointment out of five different boutiques (the rest in Chicago), and the most pleasant experience. They give you adequate time to find what you need, listen and pull pieces that surprise you, and provide different options of material and price where available. The dress I ultimately chose was not one I had gone there to see, but Michelle chose it for me and did a great job! After my first trip to Gilded Rose, I came back months later and they remembered everything. I’m so excited to receive my dress for my 2024 wedding. Thank you to everyone at Gilded Rose for such a wonderful experience!
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June 2023 by Renee Zagozdon
Gilded Rose was easily one of the best bridal gown shopping experiences I’ve had thus far. Michelle was absolutely AMAZING and provided my mom and I superb customer service. She was so nice and friendly, I would easily recommend her as a stylist to anyone looking at bridal gowns. She expertly pulled several styles I instantly fell in love with. I really liked that I was never pressured at any point during our 2+ hour appointment to commit to a dress, which I’ve felt during some other bridal gown appointments. The store itself is absolutely beautiful and super clean. I love all the fun little accessories they have for sale too - especially the Voluspa candles!! If you’re in the Barrington area I would highly recommend making a bridal gown appointment here - amazing!
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June 2023 by Carrie Madden
Loved my experience at Gilded Rose Atelier. Irene was a great consultant and helped pick out many dresses that were all within the style I described to her. She was very conscious of my budget which is really appreciated and I was able to find a stunning dress on my first visit! I am thrilled with my choice and would recommend this store to anyone looking for a lower budget dress, I bought one of the sample dresses which was still in great shape!
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June 2023 by Natalie Orozco
Such a gorgeous boutique! All the dresses are stunning and high quality. I originally came because a friend of mine had an appointment but I ended up falling in LOVE with a Beccar dress on our way out. I already had my wedding gown from a different store picked out but there was something about this dress! So I came back and specifically chose to work with Michelle. She went above and beyond and is absolutely wonderful! My wedding is in November, she called the designer to ensure my gown would arrive on time. I am also plus size and at times it can be uncomfortable but I never felt that way at this boutique. I highly recommended working with Michelle or the owner both are such amazing people. I can’t say enough nice things about this cute boutique. Trust me that you will not regret coming here! Located in barrington and absolutely worth the drive if you are not close by. It’s such a beautiful experience and the perfect place to take pictures as well.
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March 2023 by Steven R.
Very poor service...no flexibility...advertised dresses they couldn't order...poor selection...waste of time
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March 2023 by Klaudia Szymel
Please stop what you are doing and book your appointment now! Gilded Rose Atelier was the first place and last place I went. Were their about a million other bridal shops in between? YES! I probably went a little wedding dress crazy but honestly, no other place compares. The service was outstanding, the dresses stunning, and at no point ever did I feel pressured.Some of the other places I went, I felt like if I tried on more than 3 dresses, I had to either pick a dress or leave. At Gilded Rose, they are patient, kind, and incredibly knowledgeable. You'll be in the best of hands and the team will make sure you have the best bridal experience!
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March 2023 by Charnell Watson
My experience with Gilded Rose Atelier was amazing from the moment I called to request an accommodation for extra seating, which was given with no hesitation and kindness! When I first came to my appointment with my mother, grandmother and two sisters, I was immediately in love with the beauty of not only all of the dresses but the venue itself! Michelle greeted my entourage and I quickly and warmly. She asked what I envisioned to wear on my big day, as well as my budget and she quickly came back with 6 beautiful gowns for me to try on. The first gown she picked AND I tried on moved me to tears while leading to an emotional expression of acceptance from my family! They all were moved to tears and I felt like I had finally found my dream dress after trying on about 12 dresses prior at different Bridal shops. Michelle was so patient, knowledgable, and kind. I will recommend her and the shop to anyone I can!! I am so happy I saved the best for last ;)
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February 2023 by Julie Mirandola
I would give more stars if I could! Michelle and Lulu were phenomenal! So patient, helpful and accommodating. It’s a beautiful little boutique with quality dresses. Wonderful experience!
