Here's Where Fashion Girls Are Buying Wedding Dresses in NYC

So you've set the date and booked the venue—now comes the most fun part of the wedding planning process (in our opinion): finding the perfect dress or suit to walk down the aisle in. Chances are you're overwhelmed by the sheer amount of options, especially if you're shopping in a bustling fashion center like New York City. With so many designer boutiques and department-store bridal suites out there, it can be difficult to prioritize your time (and we all know that a bride-to-be has limited time as it is).

If it's a dress you're after, we've narrowed down what we view as the essential NYC guide to shopping for your wedding gown. From classic designer names to cool up-and-coming labels, there is a choice for every stylish bride out there. Scroll through to see where to buy wedding dresses in NYC from our favorite bridal destinations in the city.

1. Vera Wang

A stop at the iconic bridal designer's Madison Avenue showroom is a must. Her exquisite gowns never fail to delight us. There's a reason she's dressed so many celebrities on their wedding days.

Vera Wang

991 Madison Avenue

(212) 628-3400

2. Morgane Le Fay

Liliana Casabal’s light and airy bridal collection offers minimal gowns made from luxe fabrics.

Morgane Le Fay

980 Madison Avenue

(212) 879-9700

3. Reem Acra

Reem Acra's breathtaking gowns are often found on the red carpet, and there's no question as to why. Just look at them.

Reem Acra

240 West 35th Street

(212) 421-3200

4. Monique Lhuillier

In this chic Upper East Side townhouse, you'll fall in love with the elegant gowns by the famed Filipino designer.

Monique Lhuillier

19 East 71st Street

(212) 683-3332

5. Stone Cold Fox

The ready-to-wear designer's bridal line has exactly what you think it would: the coolest selection of modern bohemian dresses that you might actually wear again.

Big Drop NYC

174 Spring Street

(212) 343-3200 x1

Coop & Spree

202 Elizabeth Street

(917) 475-1723

French Corner

1030 Lexington Avenue

(212) 628-3700

6. Bhldn

Bhldn's well-curated collection offers covetable wedding gowns, bridesmaid dresses, and accessories that we can actually afford.

Bhldn

209 West 38th Street, 7th Floor

(929) 232-3201

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This story was published at an earlier date and has since been updated by Dale Chong.