If you're starting the hunt for your dream wedding dress, you may already know what you want, but where to find it is another question! We've scoured the country to find our top nine picks for the best Irish bridal boutiques, stocked to the brim with the best wedding dresses you can imagine.
We've given you the best tips and tricks for picking the wedding dress that works for you; now it's time to go out and find it!
1/ The One
Co. Dublin
Quickly becoming a household name in the Irish wedding industry, Sinead Corcoran's Rathmines boutique, The One, is the go-to boutique for the bride looking for something a little edgier for their wedding day. With a myriad of our brides, including Irish influencers Anna Kirwan and Lauren Arthurs, falling in love and finding ‘the one’ at The One!
Stocked Designers: Yolancris, Georgia Young, Moira Hughes, Darla Couture and Maison Michel.
2/ Pearl Lane
Co. Galway & Dublin
Pearl Lane provides bridal gowns for the relaxed, modern bride looking for a unique yet timeless wedding dress. A treasure trove of unique dresses ranging from ultra-modern to vintage chic, take a trip to one of their two beautifully appointed showrooms and walk away with the wedding dress of your dreams.
Stocked Designers: Rime Arodaky, Made With Love, & For Love, Caroline Takvorian, Hera Couture, Otaduy and Anna Kara.
3/ Marian Gale Boutique
Co. Dublin
Dressing Irish brides for over forty-five years, Marian Gale Boutique is a fashion institution, and for good reason! With a broad range of dresses and accessories, they offer in-house tailoring to ensure your wedding dress fits you like a glove. Did we mention that you can order your wedding dress, bridesmaids, flower girls, and mother-of-the-bride dresses in one fell swoop?
Stocked Designers: Luna Novias, Rosa Clara, Adriana Alier, Pronovias and Nicole.
4/ Verona Bridal
Co. Antrim
An award-winning Bridal shop in Belfast City Centre, Verona Bridal prides itself on its unique collection of fab, luxe fashion. The first stop on every fashionista bride's list, from celebrities to social influencers, Made in Chelsea stars to Arab princesses, Verona is the go-to bridal store for brides craving the movie experience.
Stocked Designers: Milla Nova, Berta Privee, Jenny Yoo, Elysian Bridal, Cizzy Bridal, Berta, Reem Acra, Marquise, Zavana Couture and La Premiere.
5/ Aibheil of Adare
Co. Limerick
Nestled in picturesque Adare, Aibheil of Adare has established itself as a must-stop bridal shop in Munster. Operating on an appointment-only basis, you can guarantee you'll have the full attention of your staff member for the length of your visit. Known for having pristinely clean dresses, do keep in mind they have a strict no false-tan policy!
Stocked Designers: Pronovias, Maggie Sottero, Mikaella, Paloma Blanca, Enzoani, Rembo Styling, Madi Lane Bridal, Marylise and Alberto Palatchi.
6/ Sharon Hoey Luxury Bridal Boutique
Co. Dublin
Established in the bridal industry for over thirty years, Sharon Hoey's core beliefs have remained the same. Passionate and excited about every detail of your bridal look, their bridal appointments are praised as the best in Ireland. The store is also home to the Sharon Hoey Collection and the designer's online exclusive collection Pretty in Pink.
Stocked Designers: Sharon Hoey Couture, Suzanne Neville, Tosca Spose, Temperly and Mikaella Bridal.
7/ White Blossom Bridal
Co. Down
White Blossom Bridal is located in the scenic town of Warrenpoint, at the foot of the Mourne Mountains. This contemporary boutique offers a relaxed, intimate environment for wedding dress shopping, with exclusive designers offering gowns for the modern bride who wants something different.
Stocked Designers: Divine Atelier, Lola Varma, Sophie et Voila, Nicolas Montenegro, Alejandra Svarc and Chana Marelus.
8/ The White Gallery
Co. Down
When it comes to The White Gallery, exclusivity is key. They showcase a selection of luxury, high-fashion wedding dresses, including haute couture, French Chic, and dreamy, romantic wedding dresses. Their team is dedicated to providing hard-to-find styles, with each designer they carry being exclusive to their Northern Ireland and Ireland boutique.
Stocked Designers: Vivienne Westwood, Laure de Sagazan, Halfpenny London, Maticevski, THE WHITE ERA and Christie Nicole.
9/ The White & Gold
Co. Cork
The White & Gold bridal lofts are for Ireland’s modern, cool brides. Bursting at the seams with some of the most beautiful gowns you've ever seen, Sorcha and her team have put in the hard work to curate a collection of exclusive international wedding dress designers. Book your appointment, and be prepared to fall in love!
Stocked Designers: A La Robe, Alexandra Grecco, Bon Bride, Ingrid Olic, Jane Hill, Katherine Tash, Love Story London, Maria Fekih and NEWHITE.
- Gráinne