Warehouse-style price and selection, with aisles and aisles of wedding gowns.

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The Scene
Brides Mart's name pretty much says it all: warehouse-style shopping for all things bridal. This seems tailor-made for the traditional bride who wants something old, new, borrowed and blue and the white gown to top it all off, but can't shell out for an original Vera Wang. Join the communal shopping fun as brides-to-be parade about in full dress, commenting appreciatively on each other's selections.

The Goods
Wedding gowns, mostly, and lots of them. This oversize store has countless options for outfitting the bride and her maids, from knock-offs of the latest designer styles to quaint cake-top chiffon. Quality and price are a notch (to several notches) below what you'll find in department store bridal salons, but the respectable copies and attractive originals make smart choices for brides on a budget. Complete your ensemble with accessories like veils and tiaras; for your bridesmaids, Brides Mart carries the inevitable dye-to-match satin pumps.