Frequently Asked Questions
Congratulations! You are engaged and we are SO excited you have chosen La Bella Moda as a place to shop for your dream bridal gown! With over 43 years of dressing brides, we know shopping for your bridal gown can be fun but stressful! Here's a few questions we found our brides asking! Still have another question, give us a call or email us! We cannot wait to hear from you!
Do I need an appointment?
Yes! We are by appointment ONLY! No matter if you are looking for a bridal gown, accessories, picking up or dropping off, you need an appointment! We want to make sure we have a stylist to help you, and a dressing room open if needed! We are a small family business, so we typically only have one stylist here at a time!
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f you are coming by to pick up your gown, please call ahead or book online so that we can pull your dress from storage and have it all ready to go for you!
Please contact us if you have any further questions regarding scheduling or coming in. Thank you so much in advance! We appreciate your patience with this as we are a small business boutique!
What does "Ready to Wear" Sample Sale mean?
"Ready to Wear" or "Sample Sale" means that the gown is only available for purchase right off the rack!
LBM's collection of sample sale gowns is perfect for a bride with a limited timeline, a bride looking for a great deal, or a bride who prioritizes sustainability! Ready to Wear gowns are much more affordable than a made to order gown, and you can take it home with you that day!
Our bridal collection is not consignment, they have not been "worn" or "used", they are simply floor sample gowns, most of them are brand new!
Brides are responsible for alterations and optional cleaning, which you are more than welcome to take advantage of our services that we offer!
How many guests can I bring to my appointment?
For signature bridal appointments, we limit it to 2-3 guests per bride. On a weekday, we can be a little bit more accommodating, just touch base with us ahead of time! Contact us for more details and questions regarding upgrades and guest counts!
What are your payment options and return policies?
All gowns are FINAL SALE! We unfortunately do not accept returns or exchanges.
We appreciate your understanding!
We accept payment in the form of cash, check, card or Venmo!
We highly appreciate payments in cash or check!
As a Ready to Wear Bridal boutique, all gowns must be paid for in full to claim your gown as "sold" and taken off the floor!
What are your price ranges?
Our gowns are all directly off the rack and discounted under $1890.
How long is my appintment?
Bridal Appointment: 60 minutes
Alteration Fittings: 30 minutes
*Our shop is busy celebrating "yes's" during the weekend. If you would like a more intimate appointment, we suggest during the week! We typically spend about 60 minutes shopping and trying on gowns and like to allow some buffer time to celebrate "yes's!" Contact us for more information!
What designers does
La Bella Moda carry?
The main designers in our collection are LBM Private Label co., Eddy K Italia, Paloma Blanca, and Mikaella Bridal. We also have a small blend of our designers as well! Check out our "Bride" tab for more details on the specific styles we have in store as well as the size we have the gown in!
What sizes are your bridal gowns?
Our bridal gowns start at size 8 and go up to size 26. We have a large selection of gowns in a range of sizes and styles! Worried about the dress being too small or too big? Your bridal stylist will clip you and help you visualize the "final product" of an altered gown!
Do you carry plus sizes?
We do! We are an inclusive bridal boutique, and we are proud to have a lovely selection in our Curvy Collection! Contact us if you have any questions!
When should I shop for my dress?
Since our gowns are available for purchase right off the rack, there is no need to worry or stress about ordering time frames! We do recommend searching for your gown earlier on in your engagement journey, to check it off the list and have first dibs on your dream gown! Once a style you love sells off the rack, it's gone!
We have a no holds policy out of respect for all appointments to keep it fair for all brides!
Are alterations separate?
When do I start?
Since we are closing May of 2026 - all alterations for future purchases will be direcred to our partners!
Kimberly James Bridal in Philadelphia, PA is ready to take any of our brides with open arms.
Jolanta Designs, our current in house seamstress will take appointments at her private studio.
Do you offer cleaning + preservation services?
Yes we do! We offer cleaning packages for any of our sample gowns purchased at an additional cost! We pride ourselves in keeping our gowns in pristine condition, however occasional things happen when being tried on, we are only human!
We also offer cleaning and preservation packages for after your special day! All you have to do is book an appointment to drop your gown off to our store and we will take care of the rest! In abut 8-10 weeks, it will be shipped directly to you in a lovely box! Contact us for pricing!
Can I shop for accessories even if I get my gown somewhere else?
Of course! We carry a beautiful collection of veils, belts, earrings and sparkly beauties for your hair to add the finishing touch for your special day! Contact us to schedule an accessory appointment!
Have an additional question?
We are here to help you from the time you say. "YES" to when you say, "I do"! Feel free to contact us with any further questions and check out our 'Friendors' to see some awesome wedding vendors we love to work with!