Ashley Grace Bridal

The dress shopping experience you dream about ♡

5.0

Praised by couples for:

Dress Selection

Staff Kindness

Tuxedos

Everyone was so kind, they worked with me and helped me get in a dress that I wanted right before it was discontinued 💜💜💜 Lauren was amazing, music was great, overall comfortable and fantastic experience 🫧✨

Milee W.

5.0

Very knowledgeable and patient, I am a bigger girl and they were able to find a dress that looked good and was very reasonably priced

Samantha L.

5.0

Teresa Thomas

OWNER

AWARD WINNER (9X)

Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot

At Ashley Grace, we understand how important a wedding day is for a bride. Our promise is to create a once in a lifetime shopping experience because we believe your wedding dress is one of the most important elements of your special day! Our passion is styling brides in the perfect wedding gown complimenting her individual beauty and style. Our mission is to provide exceptional & personalized care with a beautiful selection of gowns to choose from. We carry dresses for every bride: romantic, rustic, elegant, classic, simple, bohemian, and everything in between. We have each type of silhouette in our store, from ballgown, a-line, fit-and-flare, mermaid, trumpet, to sheath! Whether you're looking for a unique, boho lace pattern or a simple crepe dress, we have the selection for you. While we are located in Central Virginia, brides travel from Raleigh, Charlotte, NoVa and the Washington D.C. area, Richmond, Charlottesville, Roanoke and further to visit our lovely shop - because we really do offer the experience that brides dream of! Our team seeks to love on and celebrate each and every bride, so our brides are not customers to us; they are family. Exceptional Care, Exclusive Selections, Extraordinary Experience. All for you!

Woman-owned Business

10+ years in business

Speaks English

3 team members

Details

Accessories

Cover Ups

Jackets

Wraps

Hair Accessories

Flower Crowns

Headbands

Pins, Combs & Clips

Tiaras

Sashes & Belts

Veils

Dresses

Wedding Dresses

Fashion Services

Bridal Stylists

Dry Cleaning & Preservation

Plus Size Available

Private Appointments Available

Gown Collections

Awards and Affiliations

9-Time 'Best of Weddings'

2026.2025.2024.+6 more.

Hall of Fame

Earned by winning 'Best of Weddings' four or more times.

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Meet the team

Teresa Thomas

Owner

The day a bride chooses a wedding dress is a memory that will never be forgotten. At Ashley Grace, we want to make finding the dress as special as the day the bride wears it. Our goal is to give exceptional customer service and a unique personalized experience. Our bridal boutique was designed with an open floor plan to carry a large selection of gowns and finishing touches.

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Ashley Grace Bridal delivers a warm, personalized, pressure-free dress-shopping experience with attentive, knowledgeable staff. The beautiful boutique offers private fitting rooms, an extensive inclusive selection, reasonable prices, and easy customization. Many brides found and purchased their dream dress and highly recommend the shop.

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Milee W

Everyone was so kind, they worked with me and helped me get in a dress that I wanted right before it was discontinued 💜💜💜 Lauren was amazing, music was great, overall comfortabl...

e and fantastic experience 🫧✨

Samantha L

Very knowledgeable and patient, I am a bigger girl and they were able to find a dress that looked good and was very reasonably priced

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Shannon M

My experience at Ashley Grace Bridal was perfect!

Emily W

From the very start the appointment was incredible! It felt so personalized and my stylist had excellent suggestions and was able to figure out what I liked quickly. They were all ...

so kind and made my dress shopping experience unforgettable! If you are even considering Ashley Grace, book an appointment! You will not be disappointed!

Tess A

I went in to just try on dresses and ended up falling in love with my dream dress! It was super cute and intimate, having a private room was so nice easing my anxiety. I loved the ...

vibe that everyone had, super sweet and didn’t push me to show dresses i didn’t want to show. Love love love!

Caitlin F

Had an absolute wonderful time here that I ended up saying yes to my dress

Savannah F

Had the best day at AGB! Bradley was such a joy to work with she made me feel so beautiful and comfortable!

Victoria B

I had such an easy and fun experience! Everyone was so kind and helpful.

Storm D

My appointment at Ashley Grace was amazing! Emma was so personable and eased my nerves so much. Teresa was also kind and welcoming. I found my dress and I can’t wait to wear it in ...

June :)

Ann C

Everyone was so sweet and nice and made my experience 10x better than I thought it would be and I found my dream dress ❤️

Wesley S

Fabulous experience!! ✨ Such an attentive, kind, & understanding staff and I couldn’t ask for more. Highly recommend!

Savannah N

Absolutely amazing experience. I worked with a girl named Bradley and she was the absolute BEST!! I highly recommend both the boutique and the sales associate!

Brittney L

Wow. I can’t believe how amazing this experience was. First of all, the place is BEAUTIFUL. It took my breath away when I walked in. We had our own room for my family and friends t...

o relax in comfortably. Emmy helped me out and understood exactly what I was looking for. She knew exactly what to say and not to say. She was very knowledgeable about each dress which eased my mind. I don’t think I could have had a better experience! I did end up saying yes to a dress, which needed up being Emmys favorite dress in the whole store. I feel so blessed to have had her there with me. It was a perfect fit (the dress and the boutique). Thank you all for this memorable experience!

Jaedyn B

I was with Alyssa, and had a wonderful experience finding my dress! I am usually a bit uncomfortable with trying on clothes, especially in front of others, but Alyssa made me feel ...

comfortable and was very kind and understanding. She explained things well, and I did not feel pressured to choose anything other than exactly what I wanted. The full experience went well!

Kendall G

I had a great time at ashley grace!! Lauren was amazing, and so sweet. She was very patient with me as I couldn’t decide on the type of dress I wanted. I ended up finding my dress ...

and couldn’t be more in love with it!

Sarah S

I walked in to the shop that day with no intentions of purchasing that day. I had a unique situation due to the military and the consultant(I forgot her name) I worked with handled...

it so effortlessly! She did advise me to purchase that day though. Because of the timing and the way dresses are ordered and shipped out. It was an overwhelming experience as I went in there with absolutely no idea what I wanted…but my consultant did such a good job and she found dresses for me to try on to help narrow what fit me well and what didn't. She made the experience so much easier and very enjoyable! I really enjoyed my overall experience at the shop as everyone was so warm and welcoming and the selection of dresses they have is amazing as well!

Molly W

First time trying on wedding dresses and I had a blast. The process was seamless! Very on top of things and the experience was personable!

Madison M

I had such a great experience at Ashley Grace! The whole experience was so fun and memorable. ALL of the dresses I tried on were so beautiful. They have a huge collection! I got ...

to bring 7 of my girls with me, which many bridal shops don’t allow! Special shout out to Larkin who helped me find my dream dress! Thank you Ashley Grace 💕

Kayleigh L

I had the most amazing experience here! Everyone was so patient, kind, and helpful! This team made this experience so meaningful and special! The dresses are all so beautiful and r...

easonably priced! There was not a single one I tried on that I didn’t like!! Would recommend Ashley Grace to everyone I know!!

Faith W

I had the most wonderful experience and found my dress! They have so many beautiful options to try on. By far the best bridal shop I have been to! Thank you to Alyssa and Lauren f...

or all the help! Y’all are the best and have the most amazing selection!!!! I will always recommend you all to everyone :)

Lauren M

Olivia was absolutely amazing and made the process so easy. She made me feel so confident and made the process so memorable. She is truly a gift. I cannot imagine a better experien...

ce.

Amber A

Peyton was an absolute delight! I walked in slightly nervous and very clueless as to what exactly I wanted, but she was able to talk me through the vibe I was going for and what I ...

DIDNT want. She helped me find an absolutely gorgeous dress within my price range that I can still be comfortable all day in and feel my most confident. She is a perfect hype-woman without being pushy, and the whole experience felt luxurious and like I was valued. 10/10, definitely recommend for anxious brides to be.

Toni W

Today’s appointment went extremely well. I just may have even found my potential dress.

Hannah M

I had an amazing experience. This was my very first time looking at dresses and I do not have one complaint! Our stylist Lauren was so helpful, sweet, kind, and knowledgeable. She ...

made this experience less stressful!

Leigh-Anne M

Amazing experience! All of the staff are so personable and encouraging! I would highly recommend this place to any bride-to-be!

Isabella Marie B

Ashley Grace Bridal made finding my dress the easiest part of wedding planning! The store is clean and welcoming, and the different size fitting rooms range from small, intimate gr...

oups to larger ones (like mine). My stylist was extremely helpful in guiding me to dresses that fit my description, while also encouraging me to try on some outside my style to see the range. The store has a wide variety of styles and sizes, perfect for everyone. I was able to add customizations to my dress as well. Picking up my dress once we ordered it was also a simple process, and I'm so grateful to the team for being so caring and kind during the special day!

Cache D

I had the best experience at Ashley Grace! Emie was the sweetest bridal assistant who made me feel confident and sure of my choice! Everyone there was super friendly, and truly wan...

ts you to pick your dream dress over trying to make an extra buck! Highly recommend! ◡̈

Isabelle B

Ashley Grace was an amazing experience! My stylist was Olivia and she was incredible. She listened to what I wanted, she stayed in my budget, and we found a beautiful dress that I ...

said yes to! She was professional and respectful of my wants, do not wants, and price range the whole time. I am so grateful for my amazing experience.

Faith P

They were very professional and helped me realized I didn’t like strapless on me. They helped me get the idea and vision that I had and it helped a lot. The lady helped me so much ...

and I greatly appreciated it.

Katie M

A great experience!! Ryien was awesome and helped me find MY perfect gown! Great place!

Devyn A

My stylist was Ryien and she was wonderful through the whole session. I was nervous before arriving to my appointment but she was so great that I was comfortable throughout the who...

le session and we had some great laughs!

Jasmine D

I had the most incredible experience working with Clara at Ashley Grace Bridal! From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed and at ease. Clara took the time to listen to exactly w...

hat I was looking for and helped guide me toward dresses that matched my vision—without overwhelming me. She was so knowledgeable and patient, offering thoughtful suggestions but never pushing me in any direction. What stood out the most was her ability to understand my style and make me feel confident in every dress I tried on. She made the whole process fun and enjoyable, and I ended up finding the perfect dress that I never would've imagined trying on without her guidance. I can’t thank her enough for making my wedding dress shopping experience so special and memorable. If you’re looking for a personalized, stress-free experience with someone who truly cares about finding the perfect dress for you, I highly recommend working with Clara! She’s the best!

Marissa S

Just amazing! The experience, staff, and building were professional and lovely. The stylist who helped me, Alyssa, was knowledgable and attentive. She picked out the dress that I e...

nded up purchasing! I was done before my appointment finished, which shows how quickly they were able to help me find the perfect one. Definitely recommend this place. Top tier in every way.

Madison T

I had the most incredible experience at Ashley Grace! From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with such warmth and kindness by the staff, who made me feel right at home. The sto...

re itself is absolutely beautiful, with a wide selection of dresses that were both elegant and unique. The consultant who helped me (Layla) was absolutely amazing—she listened to my vision, offered helpful suggestions, and really took the time to understand what I was looking for. She made the entire process so enjoyable and stress-free, which I never expected! I tried on several dresses, and when I found "the one," it was such a special moment, and I couldn't have been happier. I highly recommend Ashley Grace to any bride-to-be—it’s worth every bit of praise! Thank you for helping me find my dream dress! <3

Bekka D

Absolutely beautiful experience picking out and purchasing my wedding dress! I loved Rhapsody and the whole team at Ashley Grace! 10/10 recommend!

Megan G

I really enjoyed coming to Ashley Grace! Having your own private room made it feel more exclusive and personable. I was lucky to find my dress, but their plus size section could de...

finitely be bigger.

Katherine D

Every trip to Ashley Grace was so fun, and handled with so much care. They helped me find my dream dress when I truly had no idea what that dream was! The shop is so light and clea...

n, and every lovely lady that works there will help make sure you find the dress (and accessories!) that really make you feel like a bride. And if you don't know what you're looking for, they will also be so patient with you as you try on several dresses of just about every style, and they will hype you up the whole time! But most importantly, they can tell how you feel about a dress, even if you aren't sure or if you have some backseat drivers in the crowd. All they care about is how you feel about it, and their only goal is to help you find that perfect dress for your big day. I will recommend Ashley Grace forever!

Jamie M

Absolutely amazing experience at Ashley Grace Bridal. The staff was so helpful and wanted to know who I was not just want I wanted. Emie the stylist I worked with so much fun! I’m ...

so glad I went and found my dress there!

Lailie Z

Amazing and couldn’t have asked for a better experience!

Devon S

I purchased both my wedding dress and rehearsal dinner/exit dress from Ashley Grace. I felt so supported and heard through both experiences. There was no pressure to pick a dress a...

nd every woman who works there is your own personal hype woman

Lydia J

I worked with Alyssa and she was amazing!!! She understood my budget and my vision and helped find the perfect dress. The whole experience was amazing. I highly recommend Ashley Gr...

ace Bridal!

Rachel M

Wedding dress shopping at Ashley Grace Bridal was a dream-come-true moment! The team was phenomenal. Everyone was personable and so encouraging. The private room made the experienc...

e even better. The prices are also very reasonable for the quality! Truly a 10/10 experience all around.

Grace W

Everyone here is so sweet and kind hearted! My stylist, Alivia, was so awesome and helpful in finding a dress for me! Lauren and Grace are also the absolute best, couldn’t have mad...

e this possible without Ashley Grace and the love that they show!

Amy L

My experience at Ashley Grace was phenomenal! The employees there were nothing short of amazing and incredibly helpful. I was able to find my dream dress, and cannot wait to finall...

y wear it :)

Christine K

My stylist was so attentive and hospitable towards me and my guests. I was a bit unsure going into the appointment, but she quickly put me at ease and helped me find my dream dress...

. The whole experience was a wonderful memory that I will cherish forever.

Casey Y

My stylist, Grace, was amazing!! I had the best experience and found the dress of my dreams 😍😍 HIGHLY recommend 10/10 expensive!!!!!

Madelyn A

Just finished my dress appointment with Ashley Grace Bridal, I had the best experience! The service was great, and the girl assigned to me did a fabulous job with picking out style...

s for my liking! Definitely recommended, everyone is so polite and encouraging, you will have a great experience with them!

Ashley M

Absolutely wonderful. I had the best experience from start to finish. Everyone was so friendly and welcoming. The dress selection was top notch. Finding and purchasing my dress was...

so simple, and laid back. 100/10 would recommend!

Madelynne E

My consultant was Clara and she was amazing! So helpful I found my dream dress the place was so beautiful and I had so much fun!!

Jordan M

Was honestly the best experience ever! They made me feel so beautiful, and helped me find the best dress!! Everyone was so kind and welcoming.

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16955 Forest Road, Suite F, Forest, VA

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