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Gilded Rose Atelier is a wedding gown boutique located in Barrington, Illinois. Fostering a comprehensive selection of carefully-curated, elegant dresses that were chosen by Lulu Cleary, this well-renowned shop aims to provide brides with both a bespoke service and a dream gown. The store's vast collection of gowns showcases an array of delicate details such as luxe fabrics, rich beading, intricate lace, and more.

Services Offered

Lulu Cleary and her team of attendants endeavor to equip their clients with skillful guidance, unparalleled service, and hand-picked gowns. Appointments can be scheduled at the salon in order for brides to try on their preferred attire. In addition to the boutique's bridal attire, Lulu and her team can provide wedding wear for bridesmaids, flower girls, and mothers of the couple. Furthermore, brides can procure their veil, jewelry, belt, and hair accessories at the salon, in addition to their stunning dress. Lastly, Gilded Rose Atelier houses gowns crafted by the following designers:

  • Lihi Hod
  • Christos Costarellos
  • Half Penny London
  • Marchesa Notte
  • Dany Tabet
  • Marcela De Cala
  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

What are your price ranges for full-priced wedding gowns?

$2,500 - $3,999
$4,000 - $6,499
$6,500 - $7,999
$8,000+

Who do you provide services for?

Bride
Bridesmaids
Flower Girls
Mother of the Bride
Mother of the Groom

Which of the following services do you provide?

Appointments Only
Full Customization
Preservation
Sample Sales
Trunk Shows

Which of the following items do you offer?

Bridal Belts
Hair Accessories
Jewelry
Plus Size Gowns
Sample Gowns
Undergarments
Veils

What is the average turnaround time for a bridal gown?

Less than 6 months
6-8 months
9-11 months

How often do you receive new bridal gowns?

Seasonally

What is your return policy?

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Reviewers had overwhelmingly positive experiences at Gilded Rose Atelier, praising the top-tier quality dresses, attentive and knowledgeable staff like Irene and Michelle, and the beautiful venue with a special atmosphere. Many appreciated the no-pressure environment, personalized service, and accommodating nature of the staff, such as owner Lulu, making dress shopping a stress-free and enjoyable experience. Customers highlighted finding their dream dresses effortlessly, feeling well taken care of, and highly recommending the boutique to other brides. The variety of stunning gown options, professionalism, and customization services were also commended.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Reviewers had overwhelmingly positive experiences at Gilded Rose Atelier, praising the top-tier quality dresses, attentive and knowledgeable staff like Irene and Michelle, and the beautiful venue with a special atmosphere. Many appreciated the no-pressure environment, personalized service, and accommodating nature of the staff, such as owner Lulu, making dress shopping a stress-free and enjoyable experience. Customers highlighted finding their dream dresses effortlessly, feeling well taken care of, and highly recommending the boutique to other brides. The variety of stunning gown options, professionalism, and customization services were also commended.

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Joanna S. Sent on 10/17/2020
5 out of 5 rating

10 stars!

I wish I had more stars available to give! What an amazing experience. I was a little anxious about the process before shopping for my dress. LuLu and Michelle made the entire process from beginning to end so comfortable and so fun! I left with the most perfect dress for myself, and my mom left with her’s too! They are so helpful and knowledgable. And the store is an absolute dream. I hope those women know how special they made me feel. I am so grateful and SO happy to have found this gem.
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Claire B. Sent on 02/16/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Must Visit!

I went to Gilded Rose on a whim because I saw they had an open appointment and had great reviews online. I went there on my first day trying on wedding dresses to see if I could try on different types of dresses, to find the style I liked most. I didn't expect to find my perfect dress there! The quality of dresses is top tier and each was more gorgeous than the last. I went back to Gilded Rose two more times to show off the dress to different people and they never pressured me to say yes or buy the dress in that moment. It was such a relief to try on dresses in an environment with no pressure, where I knew I was saying yes to the dress that I loved the most and at a place that cared about me as a person rather than just focusing on getting a sale. I told all my engaged friends that they must go to Gilded Rose to try on dresses!
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Maddie G. Sent on 04/02/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Sweet and wonderful!

My experience at Gilded Rose Atelier was better than I could have hoped! A trunk show lead me to their shop, otherwise I might not have heard of them since I live in Wisconsin. I am so thankful to have said yes to my dress there! The space is beautiful, and by booking a private appointment, I had room to walk around and really experience the dress fully. Lulu helped me out, and she is the sweetest and made me feel comfortable, answered any questions I had, and offered her professional opinion in ways that really helped me make my final decision. It was a wonderful experience, so thank you!
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