Gabrielle's Bridal Boutique

This is a beautiful boutique in Los Gatos. They carry high end brands such as Vera Wang, Ines De Santo, Bonaparte, Melissa Sweet and etc. I went there twice and almost bought my gown there (but ended up finding The One at Bridal Galleria in SF). I had a very good experience at Gabrielle's. Gabrielle herself helped me with my appointments. She was very patient and nice. I felt bad I ended up not purchasing the *almost-was* gown (Melissa Sweet Lia) because she was just quite a sweetheart. This was one of the VERY few salons out of the 10 I went to where I was actually given a hand held mirror so I could see the back of the dresses too. Unbelievable how few salons did that. Gabrielle started this business after being a bride herself not too long ago. So she really knows how to relate. I'd recommend this place for good service and beautiful gowns.

My experience at Gabrielle's was fabulous. The small, chic shop is located in oh so quaint Los Gatos. I now want to live in Los Gatos because it was just so darn cute but I digress.

Initially, my Mom and I missed the street after exiting the freeway. (Hey, that quaintness means small street signs.) I called one of my attendants (who was already at the salon) for directions and Gabrielle ended up on the phone helping me. Annoyed at my Mom (long drive + mishap = cranky Mom), nervous, embarrassed and twenty minutes late, Gabrielle was still warm and welcoming to me which was a huge relief cause I really needed the relaxation. She took the time to find out what style of dress I was going for, the time of my event and the location to get a better idea what styles would fit. Did I mention that this place wasn't a mad house on Saturday? Personal, one-on-one service. Hooray! Next, she along with my party helped me pick out dresses. Gabrielle doesn't have the largest collection of dresses but she has the best selection. I tried on 8 dresses in total all of which she helped me in and out of. Not only was she very responsive and personable but she also made suggestions on how to customize the dresses (by the way she can do that with all but 2 of designers so open your horizons) and also took notice of my body shape which widen my prospects for gowns. Gabrielle helped me the entire time. My attendants thought she was cool and friendly while my reserved Mom and very opinionated sister found her service to be fantastic all continued to rave about her even after visiting another salon later that day.

I loved my experience here and would HIGHLY suggest visiting this boutique. I didn't get a chance to check out her bridesmaids dresses but my attendants did and found some they liked. Sadly, I found my gown somewhere else.

Some general notes:

She carries designers that range in price. They are all listed on her site so if you do your research before going shopping the prices should not be a shock.

I'm not sure whether she provides strapless bras since I was smart enough to bring my own. I learned from my previous bridal shopping experience in Sacramento to bring one since the store's bra wasn't in the most pristine condition.

I felt that her salon was very private considering she only sees one person at a time. Sometimes less is more.

Enjoy shopping for your gown. For once, I did.

I didn't actually try on or buy any dresses here, but Gabrielle is the sweetest most helpful person around. A+ for personality! I noticed she has some gorgeous high end dresses as well at her shop. It is also one of the nicest bridal salons I have ever seen, with tea and other beverages. More pleasant than Saks!