Finding the Perfect Wedding Dress:

A Guide to Bridal Shopping at The Bridal Boutique by MaeMe

Your wedding day is one of the most important and memorable days of your life, so we’ve put together a stress-free guide to shopping for your wedding dress. As a bride, you want to look and feel your best, and finding the perfect wedding dress is crucial. At The Bridal Boutique by MaeMe, we understand how important this decision is, and we’re here to help make your bridal shopping experience as memorable and stress-free as possible.

Here are some tips for finding your dream dress at our premier, New Orleans-based bridal shop:

1. Book an appointment: The first step in finding the perfect dress is to book an appointment with our expert bridal stylists. By scheduling an appointment, you’ll receive one-on-one attention from a professional who will help you find dresses that match your style, vision, and budget. We offer a variety of appointment types, so be sure to select the one that suits your needs best!
   • Complimentary Experience
     • 90 minute bridal appointment offered during standard business hours (Monday-Saturday)
     • Guest count up to 4 (Luxe showroom to accommodate 6 guests-limited availability)
     • Pre-appointment personal consultation call
     • Full service shopping experience
     • Off street parking
   • Matinee Experience $299

     • Semi-private 2 hour bridal appointment during standard business hours (Monday-Friday)
     • Guest count up to 6
     • Pre-appointment virtual consultation video call
     • Electronic VIB invitation for guests
     • Champagne greeting
     • Beverage station, light snacks
     • Photography opportunities
     • Bridal gift
     • Curated playlist
     • Off street parking
     • Purchase incentive
   • Soiree Experience $399
     • Private 2 hour bridal appointment offered after standard business hours (Monday-Saturday)
     • Guest count up to 10
     • Pre-appointment virtual consultation video call
     • Electronic VIB invitation for guests
     • Champagne greeting
     • Beverage station, light snacks
     • Photography opportunities
     • Bridal gift
     • Curated playlist
     • Off street parking
     • Purchase incentive
2. Do your research: Before you come in for your bridal appointment, take some time to browse the personalized link we send to all our brides, which includes our LIVE inventory showcasing our in-store collection! Unlike other bridal stores that showcases gowns they do NOT have in store, at MaeMe, we are transparent about our current inventory and which dresses you will be able to see in person while you are shopping! We even allow you to “favorite” dresses you want to try on! Our website and social media pages are also a great place to get an idea of the styles and designers we carry!
3. Be open-minded: While it’s important to have a general idea of the style and design you want, don’t be afraid to try on dresses that are outside of your comfort zone. You may be surprised at what looks best on you!
4. Bring the right undergarments: To get the most accurate fit, wear undergarments that are similar to what you’ll wear on your wedding day. Also, your stylist will be assisting you to get dressed (if you are comfortable with that!), so some of our brides wear undergarments they are more comfortable in while changing from one dress to another! Also, we recommend nude/skin tone undergarments!
5. Listen to your instincts: You’ll know when you’ve found the perfect dress! And don’t fight it. Some of our brides actually find that it seems “too easy” to find their dress at MaeMe, and so they second guess THE DRESS when they find it. Our job is to guide you in the process and eliminate the fear and stress! Our expert staff is trained to assist you in finding the dress that makes you feel AMAZING, flatters your silhouette, gives you all the design elements you are looking for, all while staying in a budget you are comfortable with. So, trust your instincts and don’t settle for a dress that doesn’t make you feel confident and beautiful… but when you do, SAY YES unapologetically! At The Bridal Boutique by MaeMe, we specialize in plus-size bridal gowns and offer the most extensive selection of designer plus size dresses in Louisiana, from some of the most sought-after bridal labels in the industry! Our expert bridal stylists are dedicated to helping you find your dream dress and creating a memorable experience you’ll cherish forever.

Ready to start your bridal shopping journey? Book an appointment with The Bridal Boutique by MaeMe today! Click here or call the boutique at 504.266.2771! We look forward to helping you find your dream dress! Xoxo