Effie's Bridal Trunk

and when they could tell I wasn't in love, they started pulling others and they found the one I fell in love with! They listened to what I was saying and did not make me feel rushed! Loved the small shop feel with sooo many options to choose from!

o helpful and kind. I would absolutely recommend them to anyone getting married. ❤️

wasn’t rushed at all. And just because it’s a small shop, doesn’t mean they didn’t have a ton of options, they had a lot to beautiful dresses to choose from! I worked specifically with Reanna and she was so great to work with. She’s friendly, definitely knew what she was doing, and had great recommendations and feedback! The overall process was so seamless and communication was top notch, they sent random updates while waiting for the dress to arrive. I also purchased my veil through them and did the dress preservations. I’m happy I was able to do it all with them! I’d recommend everyone at least put Effie’s on your list because it truly was a wonderful experience. 

their experience and expertise they were right! It was the one. Communication was great, they allowed me to come in the next day again to make sure it was the one before hours.

at she recommended ended up being The One! She's so sweet, friendly, informative, and absolutely EXCELLENT at picking out the perfect dress! I recommend her & Effie's to anyone looking for a wedding dress!

new dresses to try on based on what styles I liked and didn’t like. I had a few appointments to try on dresses and pick up the dress I bought. I had the whole store to myself each time so it was a very relaxed experience and I didn’t feel rushed to make a decision. The selection of dresses is huge and they often have great sales going on.

tate got her dress here. My fav thing they do is let you pick out your dresses yourself to try on and they pick ones out based on your style!

e in my price range. We got to look through all the dresses ourselves to pull to the dressing room. The staff helped with "guiding" questions to support the decision making process, but gave us space to make the decision myself. The dress came in 3 months earlier than expected, and I was recognized by staff when I returned to the shop to pick it up. Definitely recommend Effie's!

I said yes to the dress!!! ❤️ It was just perfect! They were so sweet, and patience, and they let me walk around and pick whenever I wanted to try, and it was just amazing. The quality of the fabrics, the style, colors. The dress of my dreams!! Highly recommend!!

gown that is meant for YOU. They're not looking to put you in a pretty gown and send you on your way. They take the time to get to know you and your likes/dislikes and find the dress that will make you feel comfortable and beautiful. I started going to Effie's my senior year for a prom dress and now have found my wedding dress with them. In all those years that passed, their quality and service have remained unmatched. Effie's is worth the time and money because I look back at my wedding pictures smiling at how beautiful I felt that day. Thank you Effie's, I am sure I'll be back with friends looking for their perfect dress!

with! 100% recommend.

a great surprise that I got my dress shipped into the store a month and a half earlier than expected too! The bridal stylist I met with (I'm so sad I can't remember her name) was so kind and accommodating, and really took her time to help me without pushing me in a certain direction which I appreciated so much as I was so anxious going in to try on dresses for the first time! Overall, I would definitely recommend them. Just to be aware they don't do alterations in the store but give a list of recommendations and a rough price estimate of what you may expect which was nice to prepare for.

ere my 4th bridal ship that I visited and I was lucky enough to find my dress with the second one I tried on that day! My dress came back absolutely beautiful.

uettes, they have so many different styles to choose from. So glad I found my dress here after going to so many different salons!

the end. I would make this one of your first stops on the search for a dress!

m dress that day! My dress even came in a few weeks early! When I went to pick it up, the team was extremely helpful in making recommendations for alterations, jewelry and veils. I was also able to stay under budget! Would highly recommend to brides looking for dresses under $2,000.

ng. I love to dress that I picked out from them. The lighting in the store created a romantic ambience and beautiful backdrop for the trying on the dress the first time and when it arrived. I was treated with care and professionalism. Thanks to Effie’s Bridal, my dress was a showstopper! Loved my experience there!

d with the customer service at Effie’s, I returned there to purchase my dress. They made everything so easy, and it’s obvious everyone loves what they do and work hard to find the perfect dress for every bride.

pened to me. Instead of being excited and giddy, I was confused and in tears being sewn into my dress, so it would stay shut. I spent $2k on an Allure Couture dress with Effies. After the wedding I called, provided photos of the elastic that fell apart (my alterations only hemmed my dress, nothing else, and it was the correct size), and was told they would “try” to talk to Allure. Allure is one of their largest vendors. After weeks of follow up, I was told “sorry, no warranty”. Reading past the fake “!” in the text thread (below), they weren’t responsive and didn’t care. Why would they - They already had my money. It was and it still is heartbreaking to be treated like that and to have gone through that experience on my wedding day. Brides - Effies is a nice place to buy a dress, I agree, but if something goes wrong after you leave the store, the don’t stand behind their dresses. It’s sad, but important to know. I’m stuck with a dress that need to be fixed at my own expense. After weeks of back and forth, Effies offered me new loops from Allure. The same loops that fell completely apart – like, what? Oh and $25 to get them sewn on which we all know does not cover that type of alteration. I said thanks for the insulting texts, no thanks. Go somewhere else to buy your bridal gown. It’s not worth the heartbreak.

on, which was so much fun. Amanda was so helpful in narrowing down styles and fabrics, and helping me see what each dress would look like on me. I found a dress I loved so much that I bought it that day, and it was perfect. I am so thankful I went to Effie's, I loved my wedding dress!!

s but my consultant pulled some too based on my feedback. Fun but professional environment.

es in the realm of what I was looking for (and overall) so when I didn’t find a dress the first time, I knew I wanted to return at least one more time to Effie’s and I’m so happy I did! I originally went on a Saturday and it was busy (though I never felt rushed) but when I returned it was a weeknight and I think I may have been the only bride shopping which meant all the dresses were on the racks and not possibly in dressing rooms. Throughout both appointments both my consultants (and other employees) were friendly, patient and I felt like they were really listening to me and pulling dresses that they thought I would like (including expanding my horizons). (I’m terrible with names so I apologize for not being able to give a shout-out to the individual consultants- but honestly EVERYONE there was fantastic!) In addition, I appreciated how they were watching my body language and not trying to force me to say yes to a dress that I wasn’t in love with, even if it looked good. They were low pressure and willing to work with me for as long as I needed to make sure I got the right dress for me. The dress I ended up falling in love with was the second to last dress I tried on- the moment I put it on, I didn’t want to take it off. It checked all my boxes- v-neck, appliques all over, defined waist, buttons down the back, train, and it even had sparkly tulle! When I said yes, they were ready with the champagne which just made the experience a little more special! The day of the wedding, and after, I received so many compliments on the dress and how it was “so me.” I would recommend (and already have!) Effie’s to any brides!

lped me feel comfortable and confident as I picked out what will probably be the most meaningful (and expensive!) outfit I will ever buy. They have a great and varied selection, and gave me the opportunity to browse on my own with my maid of honor, which I appreciated. They also had very kind and helpful staff, who never gave a single sigh of frustration at how many dresses I was trying on! If they fall within your budget, I would definitely recommend stopping by their store in Saint Paul!

too many great options! Their manager was a delight to work with, and in the end he helped me choose one that I adored. Somehow the gown had all the elements I came in wanting, yet was still different than I expected. In addition to a beautiful beaded veil, I chose Willowby by Watter's Papillon dress, an ethereal garment with butterfly wing beading on the bodice and dreamy layers of creamy tulle for the skirt. Shy of having another wedding, I am on the lookout for any excuse to wear this dress, which truly made me feel like a fairy princess, again! Thank you, Effie's, for your excellent selection, lovely atmosphere, and friendly staff that helped make all this possible.

ng that looked nice and check that off my list. My consultant at that store didn’t show up, so the manager took my appointment unprepared and multitasking. I and left without making any progress thinking maybe I should try something better. I made an appointment at Effie’s on a weekday morning and had THE BEST support from Andrew. He was so patient and helpful with me not really knowing what I wanted. He could tell what I was thinking about a dress and could put it into words when I couldn’t. I tried on so many dresses, I thought he’d suggest we come back another day, but he didn’t. I eventually found my dress from Lis Simon, a designer you can only get at Effie’s in MN. It is not in yet, but I didn’t want Andrew and Effie’s to wait months for a well deserved 5-star review, or for fellow brides to miss out on the recommendation. You will be in the best of hands here. ♥️

nd then they popped a bottle of champagne, it was very special and so much fun. I had great customers service the entire time. although, one of my bridesmaids dress was incredibly late, the management and staff at Effie's were very accommodating in helping my bridesmaid find somebody for last minute alterations. I really appreciate it all of the help that they gave us.

to work with and I love their shop & location. I had my appointment with Andrew, who is the best of the best. He showed me many great options for my style, laid out options for customizations as needed, and was respectful to my budget. As soon as I tried on my Mikaella dress, I knew it was the one. I received so many compliments on my dress, and I am so thankful to Mikaella and Effie's Bridal Trunk for bringing it to me!

nd, friendly, and responsive team makes the whole wedding dress experience easy! When I came in to try my dress on the final time, their was a scheduling mishap. However, they were quick on their feet and was able to squeeze me in (without feeling rushed) and made it possible. I highly recommend Effie’s to anyone looking for their wedding dress!

ht a few accessories there (belt and hair vine). I would certainly recommend Effie's to anyone looking for their wedding dress or bridesmaid dress!

dresses, and although I knew what I wanted she helped make it a reality. When I said yes to my dress, they popped champagne for me and my crew - so fun! We also got our bridesmaids dresses through Effies, and that entire process was wonderful too. I was struggling to decide on dresses for my girls, and they were very patient with us. After the wedding, I brought my dress into Effie's to get preserved, and once again that entire process was seamless. I highly recommend Effie's to everyone! They have gorgeous gowns, but their staff is what makes the experience.

aw me back, but the customer service and experience could not be matched. Amanda did an amazing job making the entire experience stress-free, fun and special all at the same time. Would recommend 100 times over!

d to see their opinions with choices that I would not have thought of. I never once felt rushed and they even celebrated with me when I found the dress that I loved! So thankful for this inviting, friendly, and relaxed experience to find the perfect dress.

sweet and gave me a discount on my dress (I came in one day before the Black Friday sale started), which helped me get my dream dress in my budget! I loved their champagne toast after I said yes to the dress!