Among Belle Bridal Atelier’s offerings is Katherine Tash, including the Ilaria style from the Primavera collection.
Fall for the one at these Chicago wedding dress ateliers.
1. BELLA BIANCA With a host of styles from bohemian-chic to classic elegance, this boutique is filled with bridal couture from brands like Anne Barge, Galia Lahav and Sareh Nouri. 875 N. Rush St., Floor 2, bellabianca.com
2. BELLE BRIDAL ATELIER With an eye toward the nontraditional, fashion-forward bride, founder Giselle Ghofrani offers custom gowns as well as designs from top houses J. Mendel, Viktor&Rolf Mariage, Marchesa and more. 1755 N. Damen Ave., bellebridalatelier.com
3. DIMITRA’S BRIDAL COUTURE This bridal salon features leading gown designers including Zuhair Murad, Inbal Dror and Ersa Atelier. 1009 N. Rush St., dimitrasbridal.com
4. HAUTE & CO. BRIDAL With bridal gowns and formalwear for curvy women, this boutique has made a national name for itself with luxury style and amazing customer service. 1760 N. Clybourn Ave., hauteandco.com
5. LBR BRIDAL It’s all about customer service at LBR Bridal, where owner Maria Rubino and her experienced staff keep the focus on the bride’s positive experience and ensure she’s dressed in her dream gown for the big day. 2165 N. Milwaukee Ave., lbrbridal.com
6. LOVELY BRIDE The Chicago outpost of this international bridal boutique carries a range of styles from designers including Lovers Society, Prea James, Vagabond and Watters. 1657 N. Wells St., lovelybride.com
7. JENNY YOO Known for her modern lines and tailored dresses, designer Jenny Yoo brings her singular aesthetic to the Windy City. 311 W. Superior St., jennyyoo.com
8. MIRA COUTURE This Gold Coast gem specializes in custom-made bridal and eveningwear in addition to a selection of ready-to-wear pieces. 70 E. Walton St., Floor 2, miracouture.com
9. ULTIMATE BRIDE Appointment-only boutique Ultimate Bride features contemporary and classic couture wedding gowns and eveningwear from top designers like Carolina Herrera and Monique Lhuillier. 106 E. Oak St., ultimatebride.com
10. WEDDINGS 826 With more than two decades serving brides from its Lincoln Park atelier, Weddings 826 has built its reputation as a one-stop luxury shop, offering gowns, accessories and alterations all in one convenient spot. 826 W. Armitage Ave., weddings826.com
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