A wedding is a harbinger of immense responsibility, and that all starts with the actual preparations for the wedding itself, which sometimes require months to complete.
A vital component of these preparations is the bridal dress, and that is something that requires immaculate amounts of precision and detail in everything from the design to the fabrics and tailoring.
Bridal dresses have a huge market in the subcontinent, but it is difficult to find retailers who deal in something with a bit of desi flavor in the United States.
This article will help you find some quality and trustworthy vendors.
The Bollywood Closet
It is the official retailer of Sabyasachi, a label belonging to world-renowned Indian fashion designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee.
They have been in business for the last eight years.
They have made a name for themselves by pampering their customers with personal stylists, custom fittings, and something close to an authentic Sabyasachi experience.
They have served thousands of customers in the US and Canada, dealing in saris, lehengas, jewelry, and even apparel for men.
Their wedding lehengas especially are known for intricate designs, unmatched embroidery work, and inspired tailoring.
For more information, visit their website www.thebollywoodclosetusa.com.
Location:
Contact:
(678) 200-2725
barkha@thebollywoodclosetusa.com
Anita Dongre
Anita Dongre, also known as the Queen of Pret, is one of the top fashion designers in India, and she has opened her very own flagship store in New York.
The three-storied building opened in May 2018 and has captured the hearts and minds of customers by making luxury fashion affordable.
She has also dabbled in bridal dresses, and jewelry, menswear and even has a sustainable label called “Anita Dongre Grassroots.”
Her dresses reflect her Indian heritage and the expertise of Indian artisans.
Be sure to check out her website www.anitadongre.com.
Location:
473 West Broadway
New York 10012
Contact:
Tel: +1 (646) 490 5755
Email: nyc@houseofanitadongre.com
Pia Ka Ghar
Desirable among many would-be brides in the States, Pia Ka Ghar stands out by incorporating the traditional Kantha in its designs.
Kantha is a type of colorful embroidery from West Bengal. By utilizing it in its dresses, the company is also simultaneously employing and empowering women who have expertise in this craft.
It was established in 2010 by Pia Ganguly and nowadays offers a lot of variety, from saris, jewelry, lehengas, and sherwanis.
All these are from the top designers from the subcontinent, like Sabyasachi Mukherjee, Ritu Kumar, and Rahul Mishra.
To browse their products online, visit www.piakaghar.com.
Location:
12159 Page Mill Rd, Los Altos Hills, CA 94022
Contact:
650-559-0825
pia@piakaghar.com
Megha And Jigar
Hailing from Hauz Khas, New Delhi, this company has recently opened a store in the heart of California.
They bring with them their classic culture, and it reflects in their awe-inspiring saris and glittering lehengas.
Vibrant colors, contemporary designs, and a unique royal touch give their dresses a modern aesthetic.
Their attention to detail, focused tailoring, peerless fabrics, and awe-inspiring embroidery work together to create unforgettable bridal couture.
Their designs are sure to exude an aura of style and authenticity in your wedding.
Whether it be the bride or groom, Megha and Jigar are pleased to dress you up, so you look the best version of yourself on the big day.
For more information, visit their website www.meghaandjigar.com.
Location:
34822 Gladstone Pl
Fremont
94555
CA, USA
Contact:
+1 (415) 910 9917
+1 (650) 505 4770
Pure Elegance
For a glimpse of India, one should enter the Pure Elegance boutique, a 3000 sq feet delight-filled to the brim with dazzling colors and world-class embroidery.
It helps that it is situated in the de-facto Indian culture center that is Edison, New Jersey.
A diverse collection of fabrics and designs from all over India will leave you spoilt for choice; Indian women across the states swear by the variety Pure Elegance offers.
With a plethora of dresses ranging from banarasi/embroidered/kanjivaram sarees, salwar kameez, jewelry, and of course, bridal outfits, the company has everything you could possibly need for a wedding.
Be sure to check out their website www.pure-elegance.com to place an order today or simply for more info.
Location:
1655 Oak Tree Rd #230
Edison
NJ 08820
Contact:
+18887873353
bisouNYC
If you want to spare yourself the hassle of traveling store to store and want a luxury collection right at your fingertips, look no further than bisouNYC.
It is an online-only store that deals in bridal dresses, sarees, and Anarkali.
It seamlessly blends contemporary looks with a traditional touch and has satisfied countless NRI brides who want a taste of home in what they wear.
This is all due to their marriage of trailblazing designers with traditional Indian craftsmen and embroiderers with decades of experience in their craft.
To browse their extensive collection, be sure to check out their website, www.bisounyc.com.
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Libas Designs
If you opt for something a little lighter on your wallet than the multitude of full luxury options out there, Libas Designs is the one for you.
With their frequent clearance sales, they offer salwar suits, bridal lehengas, sarees, and Kurtis at the most affordable prices.
That is not to say they sacrifice the quality too much.
All their products are comparable to the ones sold in designer boutiques, with excellent quality fabrics, embroidery, and visually impressive designs.
For more information, be sure to check out their website, www.libasdesigns.com.
Location:
1 Knoll Top Ct
Denville, NJ 07834 (USA)
Contact:
PHONE : (609)-426-9847
CELL PHONE # 609-529-9638
FAX : (609)-426-9847
email: info@libasdesigns.com
JivaCouture
Another online-only marketplace for bridal couture, it offers designs from various famous Indian designers like Anita Dongre, Anushree Reddy, and Payal Singhal right at your fingertips.
You can browse their collection to your heart’s content, and to further complement the online shopping experience, a “Star Gazing” collection is also available.
This is a unique marketing feature that allows you to see the dresses offered in their collection as worn by Indian celebrities.
The dresses themselves are epitomes of expert artisanship, owing to their designers, who are masters of their craft.
Embellished handiwork, colorful shades, and intricate embroidery make their dresses one of a kind.
Be sure to check out their website to their full catalog at www.jivacouture.com.
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Andaaz Fashion
With eye-catching dresses and a separate wedding section for all your needs, this vendor is renowned for its dedication to customer service.
With incentives such as free custom fittings, alterations, hassle-free returns, round-the-clock customer service, and quick deliveries, Andaaz Fashion has won the trust of many customers in America and worldwide.
Employing skillful designers and tailors in their setup, they have the manpower required to cater to everyone’s personalized needs.
They deal in everything from floral/long dresses, bridal wear, palazzo suits, organza/sequins sarees, and lehenga cholis.
To browse their full collection, visit www.andaazfashion.com.
Location:
5401 NW 72ND AVE
MIAMI FL 33166-4941
USA
Contact:
+1 (914) 487 4413
India’s Popup
An exclusively online marketplace, it has everything a bride-to-be would want at her wedding. They also offer stylists to whom you can specify your needs and receive expert advice on what you should wear.
Customers are spoilt for choice with unending collections of exemplary bridal dresses overseen by Archana Yenna, one of the premier names in Indian high fashion and luxury apparel.
Their collections offer a wide variety of different styles and designs for every occasion.
Their bridal collection has eye-pleasing colors with a dash of vibrance, and contemporary touches for the modern bride.
For more information, visit www.indiaspopup.com.
Contact:
+1.214.245.5324
Kynah
Aiming to provide bridal dresses with Desi sensibilities to brides in the United States, Kynah offers premier designs which mix modern trends with traditional aspects of Indian culture.
All this results in dresses which have a little something for everyone to admire.
They have been dealing in sarees, gowns, bridal lehengas, and much more, all at accessible prices, since 2017.
Kynah literally means ‘female leader’, and Kynah has had more than its fair share of leadership, being at the forefront of the Western bridal couture market.
To browse their entire catalog, be sure to check out their online store at www.shopkynah.com.
Location:
Santa Monica, California, USA
Contact:
hello@shopkynah.com.
Terra Inde
Terra Inde, based in the heart of New York’s Fashion District, is the primary retailer of many premier Indian bridal brands like Papa Don’t Preach, Mrunalani Rao, Falguni Shane Peacock, Shloka Khialani, and many more.
That’s not to say it doesn’t have designs from emerging players in the market as well, featuring dresses from future stars in the fashion industry as well as from those with a bit more experience.
It also offers free shipping for orders over $200, virtual and in-person appointments, and immaculate customer service. Be sure to check out their collection at www.terrainde.com.
Location:
252 West 38th Street
Suite 304
New York. NY 10018
USA
Contact:
646-247-1582
