IDoTheDressIDo

FAQs

IDoTheDressIDo is a unique bridal salon. We are different from many others you may have researched.  Below are some common questions our brides find helpful in preparing for an appointment with us.

1. How do you keep your dresses SOOOOO affordable?

We get our dresses from every imaginable source. We buy through brokers, direct from manufacturers, wholesalers, and frequently buy inventory from stores that are overstocked or closing.   Our job is to listen to you, REALLY LISTEN and put you in a dress that matches your criteria at a price you want to afford, we do it every day and we will do it for YOU!

2.  How many dresses do you have to choose from and what styles, sizes and designers do you carry and do you order dresses? 

We typically carry 600 to 800 dresses at any given time. The stock constantly changes with new dresses coming in almost daily. We also have a huge selection of veils, tiaras, head pieces and bridal belts, etc.  We have 6 hoop and 3 hoop petticoats and a serious collection of A-Line petticoats!   We carry a large variety of dresses in every color, fabric and shape imaginable. Sizes range from 00 – 32. The current inventory of dresses can be found here.

3.  How many people can I bring to my appointment? 

We are asking appointments to be 6 guests including the bride.   We know children are sometimes, well children!  We request you leave them at home for the child's safety and so the bride can relax and enjoy her appointment.

Strollers cannot be accommodated in the shop.   If you would like to have a larger group of guests, we offer a private bridal fitting where  you can have the shop to yourself.  Please call for more information about a Private Appointment 210-592-6433   We also offer catering. 

You may bring in Champagne for your party, there will be a $20 corking fee and we can supply champagne glasses and a refriderator.  We do not allow food for any non-private appointment. 

4.  What should I wear to my appointment? 

A bridal consultant will be with you to help you in and out of the dresses. We require underwear for all appointments.   Do not worry about wearing a specific bra, wedding dresses will have cups sewn into the gown during alterations. When trying on dresses it depends on how comfortable you are. Some brides keep the bra on, others take it off so they can see the dress in its entirety without straps in the way.

Spanx: These are not required for your appointment; you will not need them on your wedding day. Most wedding dresses are designed with a full "cage” inside. 

Shoes: Shoes are not allowed during your appointment, please do not bring them with you. We have a pedestal for you to stand on to see the complete look. 

5.  How long are your appointments?

Our appointments are scheduled for 1.5 hours, however some take longer and some are over quicker.   

6. What is your cancelation policy?

If you are unable to make your appointment, you must cancel or reschedule within 24 hours of your appointment or you will be charged a $50 cancelation fee. If you arrive later than 15 minutes beyond your appointment time, you will be charged a $50 cancelation/late fee. If you are charged the fee and reschedule for another appointment, the $50 fee may be applied as credit towards the purchase of a dress. There are NO exceptions to this policy.

7.  Do I need an appointment to come in and look around? 

APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED TO TRY ON DRESSES.  Please book your appointment for bridal on our BOOK NOW PAGE.  You may walk in at any time to look at our inventory of dresses and have all your questions answered, walk in any day for veils, or other accessories. We are CLOSED on TUESDAY and SUNDAY.

8. How do I book an appointment?

Step 1 - Visit our BOOK NOW page.

Step 2 - Fill out and submit the “Tell us about yourself” form

Step 3 - Then "Click Here for Available Dates & Times" to schedule your appointment

Step 4 – After booking your appointment, check your text/email for a confirmation.

Book an appointment online today and walk away with a wedding dress in hand on your appointment day!

9. Can I put a “Hold” on a dress?

We will hold a dress for 48 hours with a $100.00 hold fee.

We will hold a dress for 5 days with a $200 hold fee.

. You may place up to 3 dresses on hold, each dress is $100 all the money goes to the one dress you choose.

· We take the dress(s) off the floor to ensure no one else can buy or try on the dress during the hold period.

· When you come back for the dress, the $100.00/$200.00 hold fee goes towards your dress purchase.

· Please note: if you do not come back for the dress during the 48 hour hold time the $100.00/$200.00 hold fee is non-refundable and non-exchangeable. 

· If you come back for a different dress the $100.00/$200.00 fee will not be applied to that purchase. The $100.00/$200.00 fee is only for the dress you place on hold.

10.  Do you buy dresses? 

We do NOT buy dresses from individuals. 

11. Do you offer layaway?

We do offer layaway under the following terms and conditions:

· Wedding Dresses Only

· Your 1st payment will be 50% of the total purchase.

· Your remaining balance will be due in 2 week or 3 weeks, depending on what works best for you.

· A $25.00 late fee will be applied if you miss or short pay your 1st payment.

· If you miss your 2nd and FINAL payment, all payments and the dress will be forfeited and return to the floor to be sold.  All items left 30 days or more from the last payment regardless of payment status and including full payment items will become the property of IDoTheDressIDo.  All payments and items will be forfeited and items will be placed on the floor for sale.  

· You will NOT be contacted or reminded of payments due.

· All payments are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

12. Do you do alterations?

Most wedding dresses will need alterations. Our skilled Bridal Consultants can give you an idea of what may need to be done, however we are not seamstresses and cannot quote prices.
 

The mean AVERAGE of most regular bridal alterations is $300 - $600, some will be less some will be more.   Re-design is different.  It can go from simple changes to a complete overhaul.  There is no way for us or the seamstress to know how much it will cost until she sees the dress and sometimes not until she takes it apart.  Alterations are always a consideration when buying a wedding dress.  It is NOT ready wear and takes talent to make the dress fit you exactly, as this is the most fitted gown of your life.  

All seamstresses work and all alterations are an extra cost, and work is not done by or affiliated with IDotheDressIDo. Check out the "Preferred Vendors" Page for terms and conditions.    

                                                   All dresses are all off the rack.

                                   All items are final sale and all items are AS IS!

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