It doesn't cost money to make an appointment at Kleinfeld, but if you say yes to the dress, then that's a different story. You're expected to show up 15 minutes before your appointment time to check in. Each bride is allotted 90 minutes and can try up to four dresses - yep, that's it! Once you make an appointment, you'll receive a confirmation email where you're reminded to save photos you love ahead of time, that way you can show your consultant where your head's at. Funny you should ask; my guests bent the rules a bit.
While I was in the dressing room with Antonella, my future brother-in-law's girlfriend Meagan scurried off to find me some dresses she knew I'd love she totally gets me! When I greeted my crew in the first dress that Antonella brought into my fitting room, Meagan was instructed not to hand-select dresses from the racks.
Instead, if you see something you like, you must tell your bridal consultant and ask to try it on. The bride doesn't exactly get to shop during her 90 minutes - her lineup is presented to her in the fitting room. I was lucky enough to work with Antonella, who is so kind and very funny it's no wonder she's featured on Say Yes to the Dress so often.
You are allowed to request a bridal consultant upon arrival if you're familiar with the Kleinfeld crew, but if you do not request, you'll be paired up randomly. Antonella shared her personal story with me, which was pretty cool. She scored an interview for a consultant position and has been working at Kleinfeld for 13 years. But she has a history in styling and is clearly talented at her job.
It definitely helps to get your start in the fashion industry, whether it's in styling or merchandising. Each consultant takes an intern under her wing for the day, who learns how to help style, fit the dresses to the bride's body by cinching with clips, and search for dresses quickly when a consultant requests one.
These people know the Kleinfeld brands like the back of their hands - and they're well-versed in the store's stock! In short, yes. It also depends on the designer you're shopping, and if you attend a trunk show at Kleinfeld, there is a bit of a discount if you purchase day-of.
That being said, two brides said yes to the dress while I was shopping in the store, one of whom I met earlier on in the day - she and her family are from Michigan and traveled to New York just for a weekend at Kleinfeld. This experience certainly makes brides feel special and as though they are shopping the best of the best when it comes to princess-style ballgowns. She explained that you must apply for the show via TLC , and Kleinfeld works with the network to choose brides with a unique storyline.
These brides do try on more than four dresses, or what is typical of a standard appointment. They usually stay at Kleinfeld for a two-hour window instead of 90 minutes , and Antonella is advised that she'll be filmed working with a client once she gets into work. By the time I arrive at Kleinfeld Bridal for my cousin's a. Before going any further, I must confess that despite the Manhattan bridal salon's status as heralded host of the beloved TLC show "Say Yes to the Dress," I have watched a grand total of 15 combined minutes since it debuted in Yet when my cousin asked me to join her for a dress consultation a few months ago, I decided I had to see for myself what all the fuss is about.
Read more: Millennials have a new attitude about weddings — and its sending bridal stores into a downward spiral. From the sharply dressed employees rushing around in Louboutins, to the palpable excitement radiating from fawning friends and family members, I was immediately transfixed.
The store itself is immaculate, awash in ornate gowns made with delicate lace, chiffon, tulle, and silk in hues of cream and ivory.
Everything appears to be endlessly shimmering, thanks to the sheen emanating from the elaborate bridal jewelry displays and embroidered specialty dresses. My "Say Yes to the Dress" ignorance aside, Kleinfeld has had enduring appeal in an uncertain bridal market.
While TLC has certainly played a role in Kleinfeld's success, so too has the store's commitment to customer service and willingness to adapt to a modern era. In recent years, Kleinfeld has debuted private labels with buzzy designers like Christian Siriano and partnerships with e-commerce companies like Zola. Here's an inside look at what it's like to shop at one of the most celebrated bridal stores in the US:.
The staff, which includes the seasoned styling consultants depicted on TLC's "Say Yes to the Dress," is people strong and services 17, brides annually. Source: Kleinfeld. TLC does most of its filming during quieter weekday hours, so unfortunately I will not be in the background of an upcoming episode.
In order to be featured on the show, you have to formally apply on the Kleinfeld website and prepare for at least five hours of filming. Source: Insider. View On One Page. How Much Is a Kleinfeld Appointment? Previous Next Start Slideshow. You May Also Like.
Celebrity News. Celebrity Instagrams. The Royals. For more than 70 years, thousands of brides have traveled to Kleinfeld Bridal in New York City to find their wedding day looks. Not only does Kleinfeld have 30, square feet filled with the largest selection of wedding dresses in the world, it also has the greatest professional staff of over employees who are dedicated to finding and perfecting your bridal look.
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