Amy Kuschel Bride

The ladies at Amy Kuschel custom made a new version of the "ballet" dress for me -- it was perfection!

I went here since I had found a dress I really liked by looking at their website. I called and they were able to get me in that day. Once I arrived, I was stunned. The store is beautiful, simple, and clean. Plus, the woman (I'm pretty sure it was Katrina) that helped me was nice to work with. She was helpful, knowledgeable, and relaxed. She even recommended places to look for bridesmaids dresses, accessories and so forth. Actually, of all the bridal stores I went to during the search for my wedding dress for my wedding and my bridesmaids dress for my sister's wedding, the service I received here was the best.I tried on a number of dresses and all were much more to my liking then any I'd seen or tried on in the other shops I'd been to or have been to since. When I tried on the one I saw online and walked out, my fiancé’s jaw dropped. We both immediately knew that indeed it was "The Dress". I proceeded to ask about pricing and other information.I did not order my dress from here, although I wanted to so badly. The place was nice, they had the dress I wanted, but I can't pay $2300 - $2600 for a dress-- not even a wedding dress. I'd like to emphasize that the dress I picked out was one of the simplest wedding dresses I'd seen anywhere and was thus obviously horribly over priced. Once I was told that there weren't any sales, promotions, or other ways to bring the price down other then a small discount for "decisive brides", I realized I'd have to go about getting my dream dress a different way.In the end, Amy Kuschel lost my business just because of the price. I had the same dress specifically made for me by a seamstress for less then 1/5 of the price counting all materials and labor. Now, supposedly Amy's dresses are so expensive because they are all made specifically for you and tailored to your body; however, my dress was made specifically for me and didn’t cost anything near $2300 and this was after the “decisive bride discount”.

I had a fabulous experience getting my wedding dress from Amy Kuschel. It was the first bridal salon I visited, and I only went to one more before I knew that I didn't need to look any more. I had found my dress on that first visit to Amy Kuschel. All of my interactions with the salon went very smoothly. The sales representatives were patient, helpful, and honest. The dress was made to my measurements and fit almost perfectly when I went in for my first fitting. There was a slight problem with the lining, and the women who actually had assembled my dress were called downstairs to see it on me, evaluate the problem, and determine the best way to resolve it. When I went back for the second fitting, my dress fit like a glove with no additional alterations. For the personal attention and made-to-order dress, the price was certainly reasonable.

Stunning dresses at a great price. Everything is custom made to fit you and your body, not just some same that has to be altered a bunch of times to try and make it look right for you. Their showroom is roomy and comfortable unlike all of those stuffy bridal boutiques you typically see. I highly recommend Amy Kuschel Bride!

Amy Kuschel is by far one of the best wedding boutiques in SF. I found my dress at Amy Kuschel. The best part of buying your dress at Amy Kuschel is your dress is made just for you at the SF office. You must buy your dress at the SF store in order to get the individualized tailoring. But it's well worth it. Dresses at the boutique are modern and classic in style. Prices are moderate to high. Typical dress costs between $1800 to $2200. Price includes the personal tailoring. My dress fit like a dream and I'm so very happy to have worked with the staff at Amy Kuschel. All of the ladies were very professional and sweet. Even if you don't find your dream dress at Amy Kuschel, its worth a visit.Boutique is located in downtown in SF, close to BART and other wedding boutiques.

I really liked Amy Kuschel's space - very wide and lots of room. The collection is limited to only a few standout dresses, but what's neat about it is that you can customize a standard dress to how you want it (a certain lace, a certain trim, etc etc). One thing I didn't like though was that the person helping us kept changing. I think 3 different people ended up helping us, whereas it would've been nice to just have one the entire time.

I had a wonderful experience from start to finish at Amy Kuschel Bride. Prior to my first appointment I had reviewed Amy's designs on the website and new that her elegant sophisticated gowns were exactly what I was looking for. At my first appointment, Chasa, was very nice and professional helping me browse the gowns as well as picking some that where within my budget. She was not at all pushy during any of my appointments and truly seemed interested in helping me find the perfect gown and not just make a sale. After my first appointment I had already narrowed my selections to two gowns and eventually purchased my first choice on my 2nd appointment. (If you purchase a gown by the second appointment they give you a $150 credit which I though was a great bonus for the decisive bride).All the gowns are made to your specifications so you will be measured inch by inch to ensure a good fit. All my fittings went well and it was fun watching the gown take shape. Amy's gowns are beautifully crafted right upstairs from the salon and they use high quality fabrics with a great attention to detail. For the quality of the craftsmanship her gowns are very reasonably priced! I cannot count how many compliments I received on this gown on my wedding day. It was perfect!

Amy Kuschel provided a soothing and beautiful setting to think about the finer wedding details. Every visit to the studio was a delight, and I felt confident the dress alterations were going smoothly. On my wedding day, the dress (Laurel) fit perfectly, imparting the ultimate bridal glow. I thought I would be able to recoup some of the financial losses by reselling my dress, but now after the wedding, I am so attached to my beautiful dress that I plan to keep it.

A friend recommended Amy Kuschel bride to me as she got her dress there and the minute I looked at their website I knew I would find my dress there. This was the first place I looked at dresses and I tried Genevieve and I fell instantly in love with it. I tried on several other dresses at other places and some of them ran a close second to Geneveive, but ultimately, nothing held a candle to it and I ended up choosing it and to have it custom made just for me was just perfect. I even looked forward to the fittings just so I could wear it again. It is the most beautiful thing I have ever worn! The staff and service at Amy Kuschel was fantastic and really worked hard to make my dress beautiful. I also got my veil here and it was also perfect. I cannot recommend Amy Kuschel bride enough! Thank you for the most beautiful dress I have ever owned!

No where else can you get a dress made specifically for you of such high quality at this price point. Amy, who was my consultant was wonderful. I also made some changes to one of the designs and they were done without a problem. I couldn't have been happier with my expericence at Amy Kuschel from my initial consultation throughout the entire process.

I loved my experience at Amy Kuschel. First of all, the location is great; it's close to BART and is in a beautiful building with lots of light. Family members and bridesmaids who came to the salon with me during my fittings, etc. loved the style of the space and the great service from those who work in the shop. My final dress was beautiful (I chose Novak) and received so many compliments on my wedding day because it fit me perfectly! Such a great experience; I highly recommend Amy Kuschel.

I found my gorgeous Amy Kuschel bridal gown through my local bridal salon (Bella Sera Bridal, Danvers MA). I was actually fortunate enough to grab it during a sample sale over a year before the big day. I specifically sought out an Amy Kuschel gown because I discovered that she had hosted a fundraiser event in support of same-sex marriage in California (surrounding the Proposition 8 debate). Being one of two brides myself, I knew that an Amy Kuschel gown would be good karma. Thank you, Amy Kuschel for being a fan of my right to marry the woman I love AND for making me feel so beautiful on my wedding day!

i really DREADED the whole wedding dress shopping process. went to a few places before completely feeling comfortable at Amy Kushel. when you walk in, it can be intimidating (beautiful loft in union square area), but everyone makes you feel at ease, and i was able to let the consultant know what i was looking for and my price point. Amy's style is elegant and simple...you wear the dress (not the other way around). i actually liked more than 1 dress but decided on the first one i tried on. i didn't commit on the first appt but made a 2nd appt and knew i really wanted the dress. i had some questions about making some adjustments, and the consultant called up Amy Kushel who was up in the design studio, and she came down to answer my questions in person. she's so sweet and friendly (and funny!), and was honest about what looked good/not good on me. she hung around and wanted to see my top few choices and gave me feedback on each dress.once i made the decision, i was measured in 20 different places (be sure you're wearing clean underwear and shaven!) for my dress to be made just for ME. i went in for my first fitting a few weeks ago and it literally already fits me like a glove. but, they still gave me 4+ more fittings leading up to the wedding to make sure i have a ton of chances to make it absolutely perfect. my fitting consultant is extremely meticulous and patient, and she spent a lot of time just telling me about what to expect on the wedding day and giving me a lot of other advice on things i'd not even considered.i'm surprised to say i'm looking forward to the next fittings. who knew i'd be happy & enjoy standing around in my underwear w/strangers!

A wonderful store with an amazing selection, relatively affordable, and excellent service. I can't wait to see my dress!

What is there not to love about Amy Kuschel? The girls who all work there are knowledgeable, sweet, and not pushy. The dress selection is amazing...esp if you love simple, elegant, timeless gowns. And I must say, they design dresses to fit a woman's body like a glove. The salon is beautiful. Most importantly, they designed the wedding dress of my dreams! I enjoyed going in for my fittings and seeing my dress come together. The prices are extremely reasonable as well, considering that they custom design your dress to fit!

I want to wear this dress every single day, I will never ever look back and think "that is so dated". I was lucky enough to get my dress altered at Amy Kuschel as well, which I think they have stopped doing. My dress was all French Lace, and ivory, with a V front and V back. It needed to be shortened and I was terrified that the lace could be ruined or I would have to put in a hem that would take away from the scalloped lace edges. They are miracle workers because that dress turned out perfect. I keep repeating, LISTEN to the vendors, they know best, because they do. They do these things for a living, you dont. Patricia at Amy Kuschel advised that I should get a French bustle put in the back. It was hand sewn in and she made sure that I knew how to do it so as not to disturb the delicate fabric. I have NEVER felt so beautiful as I did in that dress, which I paired with hot pink satin Louboutin's, my aunt's antique pearl earrings, and my mothers add a pearl necklace. It was the right balance of delicate, sexy, simple, and intricate that I had always wanted. Wearing that dress, I could feel the work that had gone into the design, how well the designer knew a woman's figure, and could accentuate without being overwhelming. Again, I just wish I could wear it every day and I think that this dress has a chance of being worn by my daughters or nieces someday.

Amy Kuschel was the second or third place that I visited for wedding dresses. I knew that I wanted a fitted, elegant, dress and I had heard that their dresses really complimented you silhouette. The minute I tried on their dresses I knew I was going to get my dress from them and I did! I could not have been more happier with my decision. The staff is so friendly and professional and helpful. They made the dress to fit exactly to my body. Although my dress was a bit more expensive than I had planned on spending, it was worth every single penny. The detail work and the fabrics that are used are of such high quality. Plus your fittings and alterations are all included in the original cost. I also purchased my veil from them and the color and style matched perfect with the dress. Overall, it was the best wedding dress shopping experience. I loved every minute of it and if I could do it all over again, I would go straight to Amy Kuschel. They're amazing and their dresses are stunning. My dress I think was the biggest hit at the wedding so it was all worth it!

I had an interesting experience at Amy Kuschel. This was my second stop on my wedding gown tour. The space is definitely roomy, loftish and on a weekday practically empty. The gowns if one is not familiar are definitely simple and elegant and her choice of fabric is makes what seems to be a very simple style appear amazing! Considering they do custom make the dress to you!

I wanted to like my Amy Kuschel experience. Upon sitting down w/my bm and consultant, I told her that there were certain things I wanted to see in a gown but was pretty open, since this was only my second shop. After listening to me, the consultant pretty much told me there was nothing there that would fit my needs (not in a pretentious way, but it still felt funny) then said I was free to look at the racks and if I wanted to try something on she would assist me. I ended up trying on about 6 gowns, that I probably didn't know I would like if it were not my initiative to try. That's probably why I didn't enjoy my experience at Amy Kuschel, the gowns are definitely amazing and probably would've walked away w/really thinking about one if I felt the consultant encouraged me more.

I got my wedding dress from Amy Kuschel and could not have been happier. From the first time I went there to look at dresses, through to my final fitting -- they were courteous, warm, helpful and professional. They make your dress specifically to your measurements. As a result, my dress fit perfectly and was incredibly comfortable. I also found their pricing to be very reasonable, particularly given the high quality of work and fabrics, and what I would have otherwise spent on alterations. I also got my veil and necklace from Amy Kuschel. Again, they were incredibly helpful (and not at all pushy) picking out accessories that accentuated my look and fit my style perfectly. In the end, I had exactly the enjoyable sort of experience I wanted when picking out my wedding dress and dress I absolutely loved.

My dress was the hit of the evening. I am so so happy that I found Amy Kuschel. The dress was fit for my body and it was STUNNING. From my first dress try on to my fourth fitting they were always so professional and kind. The best part of Amy's dresses is that the alterations are included in the price, which for me was exactly what sold me on them. Other places quoted me anything from 200 to 800 as AVERAGE. These dresses are for the modern women looking for something sophisticated and simple. Some ball gowns, but not a lot of puff and sparkle. I can't recommend Amy's enough. You are one lucky lady if you get one of her dresses!! Oh, and they make the dresses on the 6th Floor and the SF floor is on the 5th floor, so it's locally made!!

This is the only other place in town that had ready to wear dresses in silk in sizes 12 and 14 and 16. Her designs are simple clean and elegant. Their isn't a lot of selection because it is mostly one designer but I like her style. The prices were half of what I saw at other places. Very professional and attentive staff. Accommodated me at the last minute!

Wonderful experience. I couldn't be happier with my dress. It first I was a little flabbergasted that I was paying so much for my dress, but the fact that it includes all your fittings and alterations and is custom made to your unique body, makes it all worth it. My dress was made of exquisite silk and was constructed so well. If you are anything like me and want a simple silk dress that is stunning - this is your place. I should also note that I was so very pleased with their customer service. From trying on dresses, to fittings, to picking her up, they were top notch all the way - without kissing up. This is really good to know, since sometimes places are only good to you before you sign on the dotted line. Highly highly recommend!!!!Also, if you buy your dress on your first or second visit, you get a discount of at least $100 off.

I can't spend all day writing about how wonderful Amy Kuschel Bride is, so I'll just sum it up quickly. I loved every minute of my experience at her bridal shop from the moment I stepped foot in the door, to the moment I left with my dress and little emergency sewing kit in hand! Everyone who works there is genuinely sweet, but not over the top, and just real and patient and honest. Amber and Shasa were wonderful to work with, and I actually got to do my last fitting with Amy Kuschel herself! My dress was reasonably priced considering it was completely handmade for my body - I am still receiving compliments on how elegant and beautiful it was. I did not want to take it off. I love Amy Kuschel!!!

I found Amy Kuschel based on other reviews on the web. I had visited at least 5 bridal salon shops in the Bay Area and had found that I was so dissapointed in my look, the service, and the designs. Everything that I found that could have been pretty was very pricey and too over the top. Once I found Amy Kuschel and her gorgeous classy yet ego boosting designs, I really started getting excited about wearing my dress that day! The ladies in the store are anything but pretentious - EXTREMELY nice and customer oriented. They made every experience going there very warm and welcoming. I never felt judged for the low budget or attitude as some stores can carry. Amy Kuschel's designs are one of a kind - they have a good variety even though her dresses tend to follow a certain style. I never felt more gorgeous and was complimented exceedingly for my goddess like dress. I have never felt so good. They tailor the dress to your perfect fit and start it from scratch - they make you feel one of a kind from start to finish. I walked out of there spending less than $3,000 with all accessories and a unique dress in hand. You know you've hit the jackpot when you can't stop smiling with dress in hand, walking down Grant Avenue. You will not regret visiting this place, they can work within small budgets to produce your dream day. Go there, you won't be dissapointed.

We love this place. I brought my mother and the bridesmaids to the store. It was massive, but there were a lot of women on a saturday. All their dresses were named after women and I fell in love with the Antoinette. They use silk and it came in two colors. I had it in ivory, since my skin tone did not look right with white. The attendant gave me ideas on which dresses would look better on me. The dress was made to order, so it was well worth the price.

I absolutely love my Amy Kuschel gown and the entire experience of having the dress custom made. Her designs were perfect for me as I wanted something simple, elegant and classy, not the full, Cinderella type of dress. I went to 4 other bridal salons, found other dresses I liked, but Amy's dresses just spoke to me. My 2nd favorite place was Haute Bride, where my mom and one of my best friends fell in love with a dress.

I had a hard time deciding on my dress, but I think that was just me stressing and wanting it to be perfect. I chose the Antoinette-II, which is/was just gorgeous! I didn't want to take it off, and I want to do it again to wear my dress and experience the day all over again. It has a sweetheart neckline, unlike Antoinette which you see on the website. The material is gorgeous, the brooch details are gorgeous and even the muslin sheath at the first fitting was beautiful. My husband said he knew I would look beautiful, but he was just stunned.

It is definitely worth visiting their salon, the gowns are beautiful, and the experience is wonderful!

My overall experience at Amy Kuschel was excellent. I ordered my dress the second time I visited, and I believe you receive $150 off the dress price if you purchase w/in two visits. I selected the Marion! The consultant was very knowledgeable about the fabrics, dress types, and overall process. Amy Kuschel's dresses are very classic, simple silhouettes, and stunningly beautiful!

What sold me on Amy Kuschel was the fact that they custom make the dress. I’m a very petite person and finding a dress that fit my proportions was very difficult. Any other place, I would have had to order the dress in a pre-determined size and then alter the dress to fit me. With Amy Kuschel, the dress was made from the ground up, starting with the pattern and custom made to fit my measurements. I had about 4 fittings, each lasting not more than 30 minutes. In fact, my 2nd dress fitting was a mere 10 minutes b/c the dressmaker did such a fantastic job making my dress with my measurements. I also had intricate pleating on the bodice, so the dressmakers used my bustier to mold the pleats and to ensure they laid perfectly.

The only hiccup was that I did not have my shoes during the 1st fitting, so I had to come back in two weeks for a shoe check, and I was charged for that.

Overall, I was very, very happy with the final dress. My dress fit me like a glove; the length of the dress was perfect. Also, it was strapless, and not once did I have to "pull" my dress up.

I loved my dress! The best part was having the dress made just for me, the fittings were great and on the day I had a dress that was perfect!

I bought my wedding gown at Amy Kuschel's studio sample sale. I had a wonder sales girl- so sweet! I think her name was Casha. Their store is very nice, clean, and open. The dresses are just beautiful. I tried on several sample dresses, but bought the first one I tried! It was rather expensive, even for a sample at half off, since I had to get it tailored, which cost me an additional $700.Overall, I was very happy with the experience, though I spent twice as much as I had planned for. What's new in the world of weddings, right brides-to-be?!

This place is amazing!! The entire experience was wonderful...from the moment we walked in. Like everyone else has already said - her dresses are modern & beautiful & they are reasonably priced considering they are completely custom made. I tried on about 10 dresses & was seriously loving so many of them. I ended up settling on the Tandie dress with the sash...as did a few other brides on here. Clearly it's popular!

what a fun experience! the dress was beautiful and it was very cool to have a dress fitted just for you.

I loved my gown...it fit perfect...the lining was like a luxurious nightgown and the style was timeless. It also was reasonably priced. Dream dress

I didn't want a Cinderella type gown for my wedding, rather I want my gown to be simple yet flattering to my body type. So I had gone to Amy Kuschel since they have the type that I was looking for. When I first visited the store, they gave their honest opinion on dresses and wasn't even pushy to make a sale, which is very refreshing for a bridal store. The price was slightly above my budget, but I knew I just had to get the dress on this store. For the quality of the fabric and the labor that went into making the dress, I think it's very comparable to other high end bridal gown designers at a slightly, if not much more, lower cost.It took about 4 fittings to make my dress. Every fitting appointment is a surprise since the dress is modified to fit the details of my body, and I couldn't even be more pleased with the final result. Everyone kept complementing how I look so beautiful in my dress, and how it fits me so well.

I loved my dress! The whole experience was fabulous, i was able to meet the women who made my dress which was very special. They paid attention of every detail of the dress and when I finally picked it up it fit perfectly.

My dress was amazing. I wish I could wear it again! The service at AK is top notch. I am so glad I went with them. It was such a great experience.

Amy Kuschel dresses are beautiful and elegant. The signature sashes, though pricey, give some of her dresses the extra "zing" that completes the look. The quality of the silk satin was high. The only thing is that the boning structure lay a little oddly on my bodice, but thankfully wearing a corset helped smooth it out. Also, service can sometimes be a little "snooty".

I found my dream dress at Amy Kuschel. They have a wide selection of dresses, and everything is so white and beautiful. The quality of the dress and the silk is amazing. I actually wanted to buy a few dresses :) Great place, great prices.

A MUST VISIT FOR ALL BRIDES-TO-BE! I went everywhere from David's Bridal to Neiman Marcus to find my wedding gown. And out of them all, Amy Kuschel had the BEST service, the BEST ambiance, and a great selection of dresses. Although I ended up not buying my dress here, I loved every experience I had in this store and would recommend it to any bride.

For a couture dress, Amy's dresses are priced VERY reasonably, considering each is made to order to fit your body - no additional alteration fees are necessary. Also, the dresses are for the most part customizable - if you like a particular style but not the fabric, they will work with you to pick a fabric that you like. And if you are trying to avoid the cliche strapless gown look, there are a bunch of different options for adding straps to your dress. I just wish the website had more pictures of actual people wearing the dresses instead of just sketches.

My bridal consultant, Amber, was extremely patient during my entire two hour appointment. As soon as we walked in, I was asked for my shoe size, and there was a pair of heels in my size waiting for me inside the spacious dressing room, as well as a half slip so I didn't have to keep flashing Amber everytime she helped me into a dress.

You only go gown shopping once in your life (hopefully), so even if you don't plan on buying your dress here, make an appointment and check this place out so you know how gown shopping really should be.

Amy Kuschel is the ultimate bridal experience! The people there are so sweet and make you feel like a princess.

The airy studio with clean hard wood floors is located in a fifth floor loft in Union Square. I was immediately greeted by a very sweet (and fashioinable!) employee who immediately offered me and my sister some water. I chose about 8 that I liked, which were noted by my representative and her assistant.

Amy Kuschel's dresses start at around $1000 and is more affordable than a lot of bridal salons I've been to for the quality of fabric you get, and of course the couture experience!

Finding a wedding dress was my least favorite part of wedding planning. After a really bad experience at Glamour Closet, I was not looking forward to continuing my search. But then I found Amy Kuschel. All of the girls there are incredibly sweet and so helpful. And I found my dress immediately during my first visit there. It was simple, custom fit and absolutely perfect. I loved that they make the dresses specifically for each bride, because they all fit amazingly. What started as a nightmare actually turned into something very fun. In the end, I enjoyed going in for the fittings and watching the dress transform!

Amy and her staff were fabulous! It was so exciting having my dress made just for my measurements. The process was seamless and the end result was exactly what I wanted.

This is definitely one of the best places to get a wedding dress. I found exactly what i was looking for.
The staff was so helpful, they made the whole experience so easy!
I definitely recommend visiting the saloon.

Talk about a lot of hype. It's a beautiful boutique and they try to provide great service - they'll even bring you a tray with glasses of water when you enter. I know the dresses are made there with their own designs, I just couldn't find any I was excited about. I know they're designed well, and they're a good fit if you like very simple and classic and no embellishment. (On the other hand I want a 30s style dress and I've never met a bead I didn't like). And these dresses were all $2500-$3200 except for some $800 off the rack samples that were very dirty. They have a very good selection of jewelry.

I chose this place to be the first bridal store my mom would accompany me to because I thought it would be a great mom-daughter bonding experience, but the dresses were so far off what I was looking for I never even got the all important mom-misty-eyes.

Number of Dresses: C+
Quality of Dresses (Did I Like Them?): C-
Strapless Bra Quality: B
Cost: D+
Dressing Rooms: A-
Service: B+
Understanding of My Taste: B

Had a great experience, up until the very end, when I had lost some weight after my first fitting. Amy herself was rather snotty towards me about the situation, but in the end I still had a positive experience there, my dress was beautiful, and it is a good value for what they provide.

This was my favorite bridal salon that I visited while wedding dress shopping. The space is light and airy and the staff there are very friendly. All of the styles there went with my vision for what I wanted in a wedding gown...elegant, sleek, sexy but tasteful. You choose among the selection of styles and they custom make the dress to your measurements. All alterations are included in the price. They also have a great selection of accessories there. I purchased my veil, hair comb and earrings here. I thought this was a great value...beautiful, high quality dresses for reasonable prices.

Amy Kuschel took away the frustration that I had been experiencing in finding my dress. I went to the typical bridal shops and found the quality lacking or the price way too high. I am also curvy and any dress would require alterations. Amy offers a customized wedding dress experience with fine fabrics for 2K-5K. The shop is very pleasant and the styles are available to browse. The dress is made to order for your measurements and all of the fittings are included in the up-front price.

I checked out three bridal salons in SF and once I went here, I was sold. The bridal attendents know their gowns and styles. I love the fact that the salon doesn't book a ton of brides at the same time so that brides feel and get the attentiveness that they deserve. When I returned the second time to the salon with my mom, the attendents recommended a dress based on my desires that I communicated to the attendant, so they are able to listen and make sound recommendations. Additionally what I like the most about this salon is that the gown is made to fit your body type. I had a total of four fittings, getting fitted for the dress prototype on fitting #1, getting adjustments to the actual gown on fitting #2, getting the hem fixed on fitting #3 and getting the bustle implemented on fitting #4. If you are looking for simple (no-beading, no-puffy princess like dress) yet elegant and unique dresses that will be fitted to your body type, then check out this salon.

Everyone who works there is very attentive and knows what they're talking about. The dresses are not as beautiful as some other places but they are still pretty.

I just ordered my gown from Amy Kuschel and I'm very excited! I've visited a bunch of bridal salons and it was by far the best experience. The girls were attentive and sweet. They don't carry a huge collection but that worked out well for me b/c I didn't want to be overwhelmed. I tried on about 15 dresses in two visits and liked at least half of them. I think their prices are reasonable considering the quality of the fabric and the fact that it's custom made for you!

I adored my Amy Kuschel dress -- my goal was to get a wedding dress that fit perfectly, which I achieved b/c they make the dress specifically for your body. For every single one of my fittings Amy was there herself, fitting me, adjusting the measurements, etc. I also loved working with Theresa, who does fittings once you buy the dress. Overall, the staff was really attentive and patient. I feel like her dresses are perfect if you want modern but simple silhouettes. I bought the Tandie dress, which has spiral seaming (very flattering) and is a mermaid / trumpet silhouette. I always thought I would just get a plain white dress with a fitted silhouette, but I surprised myself and fell in love with an embellished sash. Always try lots of different options b/c sometimes you like things you normally wouldn't like!

Having my gown made by Amy Kuschel has been the best experience, by far, in all of my wedding preparations. The staff is attentive and very sweet and the gowns are beautiful. I've been in for two fittings and now know what "experience couture" on their website means. It IS an experience to have a gown made and fitted just for me!
On my gown search I tried on beautiful gowns by wonderful designers that are made all over the world. But in the end I chose the most beautiful gown that happens to be made right her in San Francisco. I'm so happy I did!

Great experience from beginning to end. At my first visit, everyone was incredibly patient as I tried on dress after dress. After I finally chose my dress, the fittings went smoothly. We needed to have the dress shipped, and it arrived exactly when promised. The dress was incredibly beautiful. Everyone told me I looked like a 1930's movie star!

I went to about 9 salons ranging from more discount places like David’s Bridal to more expensive salons like Jin Wang (my experience at Jin Wang was horrible, btw. Do NOT go there, unless you want a mediocre dress and want to pay $4000-8000K!). I loved Amy Kuschel. She makes your dress for you. You basically go to her salon and pick out the style you want and then a mock up dress is made for you, followed by your actual dress. Her workmanship is wonderful. My mom is a seamstress and was satisfied with the care and attention that she pays to her work. There were three fittings and, yes, Amy Kuschel herself helped to fit me to make sure the details were perfect. It is made of Mikado silk and I couldn’t have found a more wonderful dress. I considered other lines, but I just couldn’t beat this price to have my own dress made. Because I am about petite, it was VERY difficult to find a dress that fit. Most of the time brides try on a dress and then it will be fitted to their body through alterations. I’ve learned that if you are petite, the proportions will be all wrong.

A bride asked me how it works at Amy Kuschel. You can go to her site and check it out. Every season she has about 20 or so new dresses. How it works is that you go to the salon, look at what they have, try on the one they have at the store, and then one will be made to fit you perfectly. So, you do not design your own dress. Rather, you pick from their wonderful selection.

And might I add, the experience of being at that salon is great. Very clean, bright, and also relaxing. I went to other salons and it felt like a cat fight. Girls were trying to peel dresses off my back after I tried them on. I hated that feeling. At Amy Kuschel they DO NOT overbook, so you get attention paid to you AND it is relaxing (they offer you candy, water, etc.). Cost = approximately $2000K (you can make 3 partial payments, one at each fitting).

P.S. The place that came in a close second was Miosa in Sacramento (on J Street). They also make your dress for you, based on a number of pre-made designs. But the one I wanted cost $3000, which is a little more than what I wanted to pay. The silk is imported from Italy at Miosa and their workmanship was superb. My mom couldn’t get over it at Miosa. If you have the dough, go check them out. Way better than Jin Wang, and other high end designers such as Monique Llullier, in my view. I know people are all about name brands, but just go with what you find fits you best and what you LOVE. You can’t go wrong that way. Miosa is a little-known store, but a well kept secret in my view. If I’m ever rolling in it and need a dress, I’m going there. Ask for Michael.

P.P.S. Ive seen lots of posts from brides on how to go about finding a dress. I, myself, was totally clueless. As I noted above, if you are an average size bride (Size 6 and up), I definitely think it is worth going to salons like House of Fashion (Sacramento) and Trudy’s (Campbell) just to see what is out there and that can be altered to fit your body. Remember to bring pictures of dresses you like from the major bridal magazines b/c chances are they will have it there. What happens is that they have size 10 dresses of particular designs (I guess size 10 is the average size) and they will let you try it on (they will pin it in the back and you can try it on to get an idea of how it looks). Make sure you write down the name and size of the dress b/c you can most likely buy it for 40=50% cheaper from Netbride or Pearls Place (see my review of bridesmaids dresses for more directions). I’d recommend a line like Maggie Sottera (Australian designer, I thought her designs were very contemporary and affordable, some dresses beginning around $600). Then, there are salons like Amy Kuschel, Miosa, and Jin Wang that allow you to try on their own line and then one will be made for you in your size. Go this route if you are petite (which is what I did), or if you are picky and you want something that fits you like a glove. You’re going to be spending $1800 and up on this option, which might be worth it if you end up liking dresses in the $1500 at salons like Trudy’s anyway. Finally, there are fancy schmancy salons like Gingers in SF and Bridal Galleria in SF. They are like huge retailers of bridal dresses, much like Trudys in that they carry tons of dresses, but they are more upscale and carry designer dresses (like Monique Llulier, etc.). I didn’t go to Gingers or Bridal Galleria b/c I haven’t heard tons of good reviews from brides and I stopped looking after I found what I wanted at Amy Kuschel. If you are into name brands and designer gowns, you probably want to go to those two salons. OH YES, lets not forget about David’s Bridal. This was the first salon I went to (Colma branch). I would not rule them out. Their workmanship is not as good as a place like Amy Kuschel, but they have small sizes (and you can try these small sizes on at the store). There were some totally cute dresses, so I’d probably recommend going there first and then branching out and seeing what you like. Hope this little overview helps!

Amy Kuschel is one of my all time favorite Bridal Gown Designers. She has an elegant style and a fabulous collection! Her Bridal Salon, located in San Francisco, is amazing. An appointment at Amy Kuschel Bridal is a personal and special experience.

We just love her designs period! She has a variety of stylish and different designs for every bride and wedding concept!

I can't possibly say enough wonderful things about Amy Kuschel Bride. Her gowns are gorgeous, her personal style is simply lovely, and she is such a sweet person to boot! And if you are in the San Francisco Bay area you owe it to yourself to visit her salon. The experience is unlike any other wedding dress buying jaunt. When you purchase your gown here, they make a custom fit gown for you! Your first fitting is with a muslin copy, then they make the real deal after they have worked out all the kinks. Fit is everything, and Amy gets it right.