La Belle Reve

04/15/2008 Posted by MelodyParker

I have always dreamed of having the perfect wedding. I became engaged this past Christmas. My boyfriend proposed to me on the day after Valentine’s Day. Boy was I surprised! He put the ring in a box of chocolates! Before I did anything… Before I found a reception hall…Before I made a guest list…The very first I had to find was the right dress. I went to three bridal stores in Seattle and I was so disappointed. I had heard of La Belle Reve through a friend of my Mom’s. The store was so beautiful and I liked the sales girl a lot. I found my favorite gown of all in my first visit. I picked a gown by Madina Vadache. It is Silk Stretch Charmeuse Halter dress, very slender and close fiting with Chantilly Lace and silk ribbon trim. To me, fashion is everything. I just love this dress!!! This is the most important day of my life! I will love the photos of me wearing this dress forever.

Pros: I just love this store!

Cons: I couldn't find it at first with all the construction across the street

04/15/2008 Posted by JenniferHalsey

I was only in Seattle for a few days. My fiancé Brian lives in Kirkland. We met in Costa Rica during a scientific symposium. We plan to get married in Seattle in a small wedding on September 6th. I didn’t plan to look for a gown in Seattle. I live in Boston and there are plenty of places to shop for a wedding gown. I was in the car with my future mother-in-law Marge. She suggested that we visit La Belle Reve. I didn’t really want to look for a wedding gown on this trip. My time is pretty limited but I told Marge yes. I was just being polite. I’m a research scientist and I don’t like to spend a lot of time shopping in stores. I thought La Belle Reve was very beautiful, quiet, and charming in an understated way. I felt relaxed and didn’t feel pressure to buy anything. There were about four full racks of gowns. I didn’t feel overwhelmed by the selection. I felt like every gown was handpicked for its quality. I didn’t see any big puffy white dresses, which I think look just ridiculous. Marge encouraged me to try a few on. I never made it past number two. My favorite--An off the shoulder champagne colored satin sheath. It was truly elegant and stunning. The sales girls were so helpful. Even though I was sure this was the right gown, the sales girls seemed concerned for me. They wanted me to be sure. I know what I like. I make my decisions fast. I knew this was the gown for me. Six weeks later, when I returned to Seattle, the sales girls remembered my name, the name of my fiancé and they even remembered Marge. Overall, La Belle Reve was a very positive experience for me.

Pros: warm and appealing retail store with wonderful sales people

Cons: I can't think of any.

10/08/2007 Posted by chelseaj

I had the best experience at La Belle Reve. The women were so kind and everyone made me feel very comfortable. No one was pushy or snooty, just very helpful and knowledgeable. The dresses were beautiful. As soon as I walked in I knew I would find my dress. I also enjoyed that they had different jewelry and shoes for you to try out with each dress, it helped complete the picture. The prices were much more reasonable especially for the high quality of the dresses. My dress was the second one I tried on, but they made sure I tried on everything I had picked out just to be sure. Now I have no question that I picked my perfect dress. It was such a wonderful experience that I can't wait to go back for my first fitting.

Pros: Woderful employees who truly enjoy helping you find your perfect dress.

Cons: None

08/12/2007 Posted by mtien

A month away from my wedding day, I still hadn't found that perfect gown. To my surprise, there was a new bridal gown place right at the corner of 10th and 108th in downtown Bellevue. I stopped by to check it out hoping to find a gown. I found not only a PERFECTLY simple, beautiful and elegant gown, but also received an excellent customer service from Anna. She was absolutely wonderful and patient with helping me pick out a gown that would complement my body type and style. She made the whole experience feel so easy like a breeze. Not hussel and pretentious like another popular bridal gowns shop that I went to (I won't name that shop, but almost all brides know what that shop is). I was IN and OUT within an hour. I got the gown 10 days before my wedding. I am thankful that I found La Belle Reve. They are on the top of my list for BEST customer service and bridal gowns selection. Keep up the GREAT work, La Belle Reve. I want everybody knows about your great service. A lot of brides need your help.